Chapter 451: More Happiness

Shi Jin recalled the last time she saw Fu Heyan at the Fu residence. Her eyes were red and it made her feel terrible.

At that time, she must have been pressured by Old Madam Fu to give birth, yet she did not know what to say. It was inevitable that she would reveal her vulnerability.

Everyone saw Fu Heyan's carefree, uninhibited, and mature demeanor, but in fact, she was also under immense pressure.

Shi Jin made up her mind to nurse Fu Heyan back to health.

She had just checked her pulse and there was indeed something wrong with Fu Heyan's body.

Shi Jin needed some time to find suitable medicine for her to adjust. However, this matter could not be rushed, especially since she had been ill for a long time. She had to think of a way slowly.

When she returned to Orchid Pavilion, she plunged into the backyard.

More and more Chinese herbs were available.

She squatted inside and waited for a long time.

When Fu Xiuyuan returned, he saw the shoes she had changed out of in the shoe cabinet, but she was nowhere to be seen.

Butler Chen quickly said, "Master Fu, Miss Shi is looking at the flowers in the courtyard."

Fu Xiuyuan nodded, changed his shoes and walked out.

From afar, he saw her squatting down, holding a medicinal herb to her nose and sniffing it.

As Shi Jin was sniffing, she felt someone beside her. Without looking, she knew that it was Fu Xiuyuan. She reached her hand out to him. "Help me up. My legs are numb."

Fu Xiuyuan helped her up. Shi Jin's legs were really numb so she leaned towards his embrace.

Fu Xiuyuan caught her firmly and picked her up by the waist, placing her on the bench beside him.

He picked up her feet, removed her shoes, and slowly massaged them. "Why did you stay so long if you knew you're going to get numb?"

"I was thinking of a prescription, so I stayed a little longer."

"What patient did you meet again?"

"There are no patients. I'm just thinking about it." Shi Jin would not reveal Fu Heyan's secret easily.

Fu Xiuyuan increased the strength of the massage. "Aren't you tired of taking on so many other people's matters?"

"Doctors are benevolent." Shi Jin smiled. "Besides, watching others get better gives you a sense of accomplishment. Especially if that person is someone you care about, you will feel even happier."

Fu Xiuyuan looked at her smiling face and couldn't take his eyes off her. The longer he stayed with Shi Jin, the more he wanted to stay like this.

Perhaps it was her resilience and freshness that had awakened his inner heart and allowed him to feel vitality.

His hand slowly moved to her waist. "You can take care of others, but you must not let yourself work too hard."

"Yes, I will." Shi Jin nodded. "So, to prevent me from working too hard, is Mr. Fu..."

The pair of hands did not lower themselves at all. Instead, they pulled her closer to him. Their noses touched and their breaths met. "No."

Then, a lingering kiss landed on her red lips.

***

In the blink of an eye, it was Fu Heyan's wedding anniversary.

Gu Zehan sent the gown he had prepared to Shi Jin. Only then did Shi Jin remember that Fu Heyan had agreed to wear the dress given by Fan Xiaozhi. However, there was no problem with having too many clothes. So Shi Jin still brought it along as a gift for Fu Heyan. She could wear it in the future.

Today, Fu Xiuyuan did not go to the company and specially made time to attend Fu Heyan's wedding anniversary celebration.

Their car soon arrived at the Qin Residence, and many cars were already coming and going.

Shi Jin took a look. There were really no outsiders. They were all familiar faces. The moment she got out of the car, Lan Tian ran over. "Sister Shi Jin!"

He Ziheng, Qiao Zhuoli, Pei Junyi and the others were also there. They were family friends with the Fu family and had a good relationship with Fu Heyan. So they all came to celebrate with her.

He Ziheng walked up without any formalities. "Little sister-in-law, you look good. Do you want to have a drink or two today?"

"I remember you just got released from my blocked list?" Fu Xiuyuan said calmly to He Ziheng.

He Ziheng shrunk his neck. "Boss, let us drink instead! We won't let the girls get involved."

Shi Jin raised an eyebrow. "Do you want to enter my blocked list?"

"Hey, the weather is really good today! Why don't we all drink fruit juice?" He Ziheng looked at the sky and said.

Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin ignored him. He Ziheng laughed and followed Qiao Zhuoli and the rest in.

After entering, the men went to the side to drink tea and chat while Shi Jin went to look for Fu Heyan.

There were a few other guests sitting in the living room. Fu Heyan immediately came forward to introduce them to Shi Jin and the rest.

"This is my mother-in-law, this is my aunt, that's Qin Fan. And you've seen Xiaozhi before."

Madam Qin was Qin Sinian's mother. She looked poised and elegant, but she was also gentle and kind.

On the other hand, her aunt, Qin Fan's mother, the second wife of the Qin Clan, looked a little rough.

Qin Fan and Qin Sinian were similar in age. However, he did not have Qin Sinian's imposing manner. Instead, he appeared to be very gentle. It could be seen that he did not have any competitive spirit and was rather scholarly.

"This is Grandma." Fu Heyan smiled. "Shi Jin is my friend too. This is your first time meeting everyone, but you don't need to be so formal."

The people from the Qin family had heard of Shi Jin's name before, but they were separated by a family after all, so they weren't too clear about her situation in the Fu family. Fu Heyan didn't say much about her relationship with Fu Xiuyuan, and everyone accepted that she was Fu Heyan's friend.

Old Madam Qin was the grandmother Fu Heyan had mentioned. Her face was covered in wrinkles and she looked a little unapproachable. She was strict and her smile was dignified.

Shi Jin already knew that the reason the Qin family was able to gain a foothold back then had something to do with Madam Qin's domineering attitude. From the looks of it now, she was really an elder that people would fear for no reason.

After introducing everyone, Fu Heyan smiled and said, "I'm going upstairs to change."

"I'll go with you. Just in time, the clothes I prepared for Sister-in-law are here too." Fan Xiaozhi stood up with a smile. "I hope that the clothes I sent this time can express my sincerity to Sister-in-law."

Second Madam Qin said, "You are already pregnant. Don't worry too much and care more about yourself. Your sister-in-law doesn't need your clothes."

"Sister-in-law is definitely not lacking, but what I'm giving you is a token of my appreciation," Fan Xiaozhi said very sensibly.

Madam Qin nodded. "You're considerate. With a child in your stomach, it's better to take it easy."

Fu Heyan faintly said, "I have a maid here that can help me change my clothes, so there's no need for Xiaozhi to go through the trouble. It's important for you to take care of the baby."

When Shi Jin heard these people's words, they were all flaunting Fan Xiaozhi's pregnancy. She could not help, but find it laughable.. What era was it now, and they were still considering pregnancy to be the most important thing?

Chapter 452: I Did Give Her Face

Old Madam Qin said, "The child is important. Heyan, why don't you go upstairs yourself?"

Fu Heyan did not want Fan Xiaozhi to accompany her anyway. Shi Jin and Lan Tian walked to her side and accompanied her upstairs.

Once they were upstairs, Lan Tian could not help but say, "Fan Xiaozhi is getting more and more overboard."

"How old are you? What do you know? Don't talk nonsense." Fu Heyan stopped her.

Lan Tian stuck out her tongue and didn't say anything.

Only then did Shi Jin realize that in the Qin family, Fu Heyan didn't have everything going her way. Madam Qin was okay, but Old Madam Qin was obviously unhappy with her inability to have children.

She felt Fu Heyan's pulse and realized that she was very angry. She didn't know why before, but now she knew.

No matter how well Qin Sinian treated her, he could not help being negligent at such an occasion. He could not possibly notice the attitude of the female elders at home.

Fu Heyan couldn't possibly tell him about it. No matter how straightforward she was and how mature she was, as long as it involved the affairs of her family, how could she remain unaffected?

Although Fan Xiaozhi did not come up, she still got someone to bring the clothes up.

Fu Heyan took it over and found a pair of scissors. She cut open the exquisite box and took out the clothes inside.

What caught her eye was a very exquisite traditional wedding dress that was very suitable for the theme of this wedding anniversary. The embroidery on it was very exquisite and the dragons and phoenixes were vivid and lifelike.

However, such a good gown was not red in color. Instead, it was peach-colored. It made one's heart skip a beat.

"Although this color looks good, there's something weird about it," Lan Tian mumbled. "Don't you think so, Shi Jin?"

Shi Jin asked Fu Heyan, "Sister, didn't you see Fan Xiaozhi make this dress?"

"She showed me the sample, but it wasn't like this when she showed it to me."

"That's why I said it wasn't right, right?" Lan Tian said, but she couldn't tell what was wrong.

"It's not right. A traditional gown like this adheres to the ancient rules and etiquette. It has always been deep red or bright red," Shi Jin said. "That's why you find it strange. Pink and peach blossoms are not usually used for the wife."

"It's for a concubine!" Lan Tian blurted out, "I knew it was weird. I even saw it in a book last time. What is this Fan Xiaozhi trying to do?"

Fu Heyan threw the clothes aside. "I'm not wearing it anymore! I've really given Fan Xiaozhi face! I'll go find her now!"

She had been enduring it for days. Originally, she had planned to go on a holiday with Qin Sinian on their wedding anniversary, but she had been taught by Old Madam Fu to be magnanimous as a wife and think more about her husband, so she decided to stay and spend more time with her family.

However, in the end, Fan Xiaozhi actually tricked her like this!

Lan Tian also said angrily, "She's really too much! She liked Brother Sinian before, but Brother Sinian didn't like her at all. She went for the next best thing and married Brother Fan. Now, she even used such a thing to humiliate others!"

Shi Jin stopped them. "Sister, if you go and look for her now, do you believe that she will have a miscarriage any minute?"

Fu Heyan sobered up at Shi Jin's reminder.

When she came to her senses, she was very indignant. Because Fan Xiaozhi was pregnant, she couldn't even properly scold her.

Fan Xiaozhi was hateful, but the child was innocent.

"Coincidentally, I have clothes for you too. You can wear mine."

"Okay."

Shi Jin took her gift box out.

Fu Heyan opened it carefully and took out the dress.

This was also a traditional gown. The design was similar to the one Fan Xiaozhi gave her earlier. After all, the style of this gown had already been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. The design couldn't be too innovative. It had to be dignified and elegant.

However, compared to what Fan Xiaozhi had just given her, the detail of this dress could be seen with the naked eye. Both used embroidery, but this dress had dark golden threads on the red color. It was low-key and luxurious, but it was not too extravagant.

Both had a design of dragons and phoenixes, but the embroidery of this set was more exquisite. The dragon claws and phoenix heads that were bound by golden threads were the finishing touches.

Fu Heyan could tell that this was no ordinary item, not something that an ordinary designer could take out.

Thinking about Shi Jin's second brother, Gu Zehan, she immediately understood. "Shi Jin, I really don't know how to thank you."

"The biggest thank you would be seeing you put it on and walk out beautifully."

Shi Jin and Lan Tian helped Fu Heyan change into her clothes.

***

Downstairs, Fan Xiaozhi was waiting while attentively pouring tea for her elders.

Old Madam Qin said, "That's enough. Sit down and don't hurt the baby."

"My fetus is relatively stable now, pouring tea for the elders is not troublesome or tiring." Fan Xiaozhi was still gentle and soft.

Old Madam Qin did not like her initially, but after she married into the family, she obediently gave birth to a child, which finally changed her opinion of her.

Seeing that she was obedient and sensible, Mrs. Qin asked, "Have you checked? Is it a boy or a girl?"

Her question was direct, and Fan Xiaozhi's expression immediately changed.

She had already given birth to two girls in a row. She got pregnant so quickly again because she wanted to completely surpass Fu Heyan, but she didn't dare to check.

Second Madam Qin smiled and said, "Mom, it doesn't matter if it's a boy or girl. If it's a daughter, we can just let Xiaozhi give birth to another one. It's not like our family can't afford it. Xiaozhi, am I right?"

Fan Xiaozhi forced a smile. She knew all too well how tough it was to give birth. She had originally wanted to give birth to the third child and then develop her career like Fu Heyan. At the very least, she wanted to have more connections and a place to stand. Who knew that her mother-in-law and grandmother would say that again?

Madam Qin put down her teacup and said, "Giving birth so many times must be difficult."

Second Madam Qin could not help but laugh. "Sister-in-law, it's better than not being able to give birth. Our huge Qin family needs an heir to inherit it. The outside world is made of those who value sons over daughters even though we're no longer in the age of emperors and have no throne to inherit, but our Qin family indeed has a throne, no?"

Madam Qin had never urged Qin Sinian and Fu Heyan to do anything, and she was often criticized by Second Madam Qin on this matter. She said calmly, "We should let nature take its course."

These words made Fan Xiaozhi feel bitter. Look at how magnanimous Fu Heyan's mother-in-law was. What kind of person was her mother-in-law?

"Heyan is here." Madam Qin didn't want to say more and changed the subject.

Fan Xiaozhi immediately looked upstairs.

Everyone looked upstairs as well..

Chapter 453: Hiding A Beauty In A House

Fu Heyan was dressed in a traditional red gown with dark gold patterns on it, making her look otherworldly. Her slender figure made the gown even more dazzling.

She did not have a soft personality and looks, so she was more compatible with such a dignified and generous outfit.

When she walked down, Qin Sinian, who was drinking tea with the guests, had a sparkle in his eyes.

Fan Xiaozhi clenched her palms. "Sister-in-law, why didn't you wear the dress I gave you? But this is also very beautiful. What I gave you is indeed incomparable."

She was hinting that Fu Heyan was disregarding her gift.

Fu Heyan then looked at her and said, "The clothes you gave me are too expensive. I don't deserve it. Xiaozhi, I think that the dress you gave me is really pretty, especially suitable for you."

She turned to the servant beside her and said, "Bring that gown to the Second Young Madam. Consider it a gift from me. I'll give this gown to you on your wedding anniversary next year. I won't give you anything else then."

The servant immediately took the peach-colored gown and unfolded it in front of everyone.

If a young girl like Lan Tian had to think about what was wrong with this exquisite gown, Old Madam Qin and the others could tell at a glance.

It was fine if Fu Heyan wore it, nobody would care about the meaning behind it, but if she hadn't worn it, it would have been obvious that something was wrong.

Fan Xiaozhi forced a smile. "So Sister-in-law doesn't like this style? When I showed you the sample previously, you didn't say anything. I thought you liked it. I'm sorry."

"When you showed me the sample, I really liked it. After all, you used bright red at that time. In the end, you changed it to peach red. After all, peach red is fresh and tender. It's more suitable for you, Xiaozhi," Fu Heyan said with a smile. "Someone, wrap it up and send it to Xiaozhi's villa."

Lan Tian also said, "Sister Xiaozhi is indeed more suitable for this color. She's soft and weak. This color is fresh and pretty. Our Sister Heyan is tall, so she's more suitable for this dignified color."

Fu Heyan and Lan Tian's words were sharp, but both of them were smiling and their words were flawless.

He Ziheng and the other men did not react immediately, but the female seniors had already seen through the problem.

Even if everyone had some opinions about Fu Heyan treating a pregnant woman like this, they couldn't say anything. After all, Fan Xiaozhi was the one who provoked her first, so she deserved the result.

Actually, Old Madam Qin liked Fu Heyan's personality. Like her, she could also be the matriarch of a wealthy family. It was because of her refusal to give birth that Old Madam Qin's heart turned cold and her attitude towards Fu Heyan slowly turned sour.

"Xiaozhi, since your sister-in-law is kind enough to give it to you, just accept it," Old Madam Qin said.

Fan Xiaozhi had no choice, but to accept it.

She glanced at her husband and mother-in-law. Neither of them had any intention of speaking up for her. She felt even more wronged.

After this little episode, everyone continued to drink their tea. The men were accompanied by Qin Sinian, the female guests were accompanied by Fu Heyan, and there were also a few close relatives, Old Madam Fu, and Fu Heyan's friends.

Fan Xiaozhi also brought along a friend of hers without notifying them. As the host, Fu Heyan didn't directly invite her out since she was already here.

He Ziheng drank his tea and suddenly slapped his forehead. "Why do I remember that in ancient times, only concubines would wear peach red?"

After he finished speaking, there was a second of silence.

Qin Sinian slowly brewed the tea and looked at Qin Fan deeply before saying, "Qin Fan, try this tea. It seems pretty good."

"Let me try."

The silence was broken.

Qin Fan took a sip and said with a smile, "The taste is indeed not bad. I can only get good tea from you, Cousin."

"There are better ones."

"Even better? So what you gave us wasn't the best," He Ziheng said.

Qin Sinian picked up a cup of tea. "It's not easy to get good tea. I've always kept the best for Heyan. I've never been willing to share what she likes to drink, and I can't even bear to drink it myself. In our house, even if she's not picky, I have to give her the best." Everyone praised him for treating Fu Heyan well. Fu Heyan was so blessed.

Only Qin Fan suddenly realized something. He recalled that He Ziheng had said only concubines would wear peach red. His thoughts were on the gown Fan Xiaozhi gifted.

Qin Fan understood why Fu Heyan was unwilling to wear that outfit. His heart sank. He could still understand Qin Sinian's words. The key was that he really didn't expect Fan Xiaozhi to not know the rules to such an extent and publicly use such clothes as a gift.

There was no way she made a mistake by chance, because she studied a lot of clothing. It was definitely not a coincidence that she had given such clothes.

More importantly, Fan Xiaozhi's actions... showed that she still had a problem with Fu Heyan.

Why did she have a problem? Wasn't it because she liked Qin Sinian back then?

The more Qin Fan thought about it, the more frustrated he became. He could not sit still and felt uncomfortable. He wished he could confront Fan Xiaozhi on the spot.

Qin Sinian had also achieved his goal of hinting to Qin Fan, so he continued to serve everyone new tea with a good temper.

As the head of the clan, he had to put Fan Xiaozhi in her place. However, with his status, he didn't want to get into trouble with Fan Xiaozhi. Thus, it was more convenient for him to start with Qin Fan.

He would not interfere in other people's affairs.

***

When Shi Jin saw that Fu Heyan dealt with Fan Xiaozhi's provocation cleanly, she was slightly relieved.

Fan Xiaozhi was slapped in the face. She was no longer as talkative as before, but she still brought her friend and walked around like she was the owner.

Shi Jin looked at Fan Xiaozhi's friend. That woman was pretty, but she was similar to Fan Xiaozhi. She was far inferior to Fu Heyan.

Logically speaking, there shouldn't be any trouble.

With that thought in mind, it was lunchtime. Shi Jin had no choice, but to stop thinking about it and help Fu Heyan invite the guests to the table.

During the meal, Fu Xiuyuan specifically chose the seat beside Shi Jin.

He Ziheng smiled and said, "Boss, you really don't give us any chance to toast you."

Madam Qin and the others were not surprised to see Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin sitting together.

Shi Jin was the prettiest girl in the room. It was reasonable for Fu Xiuyuan to want to sit with her. Besides, they had vaguely heard that the beauty Fu Xiuyuan kept hidden in his house was Shi Jin.

"Are you a little distracted today?" Fu Xiuyuan asked softly..

Chapter 454: Why Is This Woman In Your Study?

"Yes, I'm fine. I'm just thinking about what to do about our wedding anniversary in the future."

Fu Xiuyuan was obviously delighted. "Do whatever you want."

"You said it yourself. When the time comes, all the autonomy will be mine."

"Of course."

Fan Xiaozhi brought her friend over to propose a toast. "Shi Jin, this is my friend Tang Yusha. We can be considered friends. We'll toast to you."

Tang Yusha also smiled. She knew that people would not hit a smiling person. She did not get an invitation today because she came with Fan Xiaozhi, so she was very willing to be humble.

"I don't drink." Shi Jin looked at them indifferently. "And you're pregnant, so you'd better not drink."

The smile on Fan Xiaozhi's face stiffened: "Then I'll use tea as wine..."

"Pregnant women should drink less tea, or it will be bad for the fetus."

Fan Xiaozhi was the Second Young Madam of the Qin family after all. She was unhappy that Shi Jin had embarrassed her. "Then I'll toast Master Fu..."

Fu Xiuyuan did not speak, but his expression was clear: Shi Jin is right. I won't drink it either.

She had run into a wall with Shi Jin. After that, when the others saw that Fu Xiuyuan refused to drink her tea and wine, they also made up excuses not to drink. Fan Xiaozhi did not get to toast anyone.

Lan Tian said slowly, "I'm here to attend Sister Heyan's banquet. I want to stick to the festive atmosphere. Sister Heyan, why don't you have a drink with me?"

He Ziheng and the others also understood and said with a smile, "That's right, Sister Heyan, come drink with us."

Old Madam Qin also secretly despised Fan Xiaozhi for not being presentable. However, when she thought of the child in her stomach, she held back her anger.

Actually, she knew very well that the reason why Qin Sinian and Fu Heyan were tolerating Fan Xiaozhi was also because she gave Fan Xiaozhi the confidence.

She was also using Fan Xiaozhi to warn Fu Heyan to calm down and give birth to a child.

After the meal, other than Fan Xiaozhi, her friend, and Second Madam Qin, everyone was still happy.

Shi Jin suddenly thought of something and asked Fu Xiuyuan in a low voice, "Did you smell the perfume on Fan Xiaozhi's friend?"

"Mm? Who is that?"

It turned out that Fu Xiuyuan did not listen to Fan Xiaozhi at all, nor did he take a look at Tang... Yes, Tang Yusha, who was smiling harmlessly beside her.

"Forget it. I'll take a look there myself." After saying that, Shi Jin walked towards Fan Xiaozhi.

Tang Yusha was flattered. "Hello, Shi Jin. I just entered the entertainment industry. I hope you can take care of me."

"Not really. I'm not that experienced either." Shi Jin stood close to her and could finally smell her scent.

She frowned slightly. Tang Yusha greeted her politely and then said with a smile, "I'll go to the washroom first."

After she left, Shi Jin realized that it was the smell of Chinese herbal medicine. It should be a refined perfume. It covered the smell of the herbs and exuded a faint, elegant fragrance.

This smell was indeed not bad. Ordinary people would not suspect anything when they smelled it. However, Shi Jin was very knowledgeable about Chinese medicine and was very knowledgeable about its effects. She had come here today to keep her guard up at all times, so she naturally had some doubts.

"Sis, do you have orchids at home?"

"Do you mean those flowers that bloom in winter have a light fragrance and calming effect? Previously, Qin Fan got someone to send over a few pots. They are in my bedroom and your brother-in-law's study."

The more Shi Jin thought about it, the more she felt that something was amiss. She asked softly, "Where's Brother-in-law?"

"Your brother-in-law usually takes half an hour to deal with overseas work at this time. There are a lot of things going on over there recently, don't mind him." Fu Heyan smiled.

"Sis, find some people immediately. We'll go to Brother-in-law's study together. It's very important!"

Fu Heyan didn't understand what was so important about this, but seeing Shi Jin's solemn expression, she didn't ask for the reason. She immediately called a few people and walked towards the study room with Shi Jin.

When the others saw them rushing upstairs, they couldn't help but look over.

Madam Qin said, "What happened? Let's go take a look."

Only Fan Xiaozhi clutched her palms, feeling a bit uneasy, a trace of complacency on her lips betraying her true emotions.

When everyone heard what Old Madam Qin said, they followed her.

Shi Jin held Fu Heyan's hand and ran towards the study room upstairs.

"Sister, no matter what happens, you have to stay calm. No, I don't think anything will have happened yet..." Shi Jin did not bother to look at Fu Heyan's confused expression and kicked open the study door.

In the study room, Qin Sinian was working on the computer. Tang Yusha was standing beside him with a cup of tea in her hand.

Stunned by the loud noise, Qin Sinian looked up. Tang Yusha's hand trembled and the tea almost spilled.

Upon seeing Shi Jin and Fu Heyan, Qin Sinian smiled. "Why are you two here?"

While he was talking to Fu Heyan, Shi Jin opened all the windows.

Although Fu Heyan didn't see anything she shouldn't have seen, when she thought about how Shi Jin had brought her up in such a hurry, it definitely wasn't such a simple matter.

She said patiently, "Why is this woman in your study?"

Tang Yusha hurriedly explained, "I..."

"I'm not asking you. Qin Sinian, tell me." Fu Heyan interrupted Tang Yusha and said to Qin Sinian.

It was Tang Yusha's first time in the Qin villa. She did not go anywhere else, but to Qin Sinian's study room. No matter what she did, people would think too much.

Qin Sinian also knew that this matter was done without consideration, so he said, "This lady said she wanted to apologize on behalf of Fan Xiaozhi. She shouldn't have given you such a gown on such an occasion. She was the one who lacked consideration. Because Fan Xiaozhi's stomach wasn't feeling well, she came over on behalf of Fan Xiaozhi."

"Yes, I'm here to apologize on behalf of Xiaozhi," Tang Yusha said pitifully, her voice slow and soft.

At this moment, Old Madam Qin and the others had come up. When they saw the situation, they secretly felt that Tang Yusha's actions were a little rash, but fortunately, it wasn't a big deal. There was no need to mobilize so many people.

Old Madam. Qin said, "Since that's the case, it's nothing much. Everyone can leave now."

Tang Yusha showed a trace of regret on her face, but she did not retort and immediately wanted to leave.

When she passed by Shi Jin, she grabbed her wrist.

"Shi Jin?" Tang Yusha was surprised.

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows slightly. "You came to apologize on behalf of Fan Xiaozhi and said that you shouldn't have given her the gown, which means that you know what you did wrong.. Since you know, shouldn't the person you are apologizing to be Fu Heyan? Why did you bring it to Brother-in-law?"

Chapter 455: I Don't Need An Outsider Like You To Worry

Tang Yusha hurriedly explained, "I saw that there were many people around Young Madam, but Young Master Qin didn't have many people, so I thought it would be more convenient."

"Oh, is it really convenient for a man and a woman to share a room alone?"

"Shi Jin, how can you say that about me? I'm here to apologize sincerely. I don't mean anything else. Even if I do, this is the Qin family and this is my first time meeting Young Master Qin. What can I do? You're not only guessing at me, but also at Young Master Qin. Everyone knows how Young Master Qin feels for Young Madam. Are you saying this to question Young Master Qin and make the couple feel upset?"

Old Madam Qin and Madam Qin also thought of this, so they didn't want things to escalate.

Old Madam Qin said, "Shi Jin, that's enough. It's just a small matter. Today is a good day. Don't worry about these small details."

He Ziheng and the others also laughed. "That's right, even if a woman wanted to pounce on him, Brother Sinian would not be tempted."

Qin Sinian revealed obvious frustration.

Indeed, he had always kept himself clean and was very self-restraint. Usually, his study room was rarely open to the public except for the butler who cleaned it, let alone a woman he just met.

No wonder Shi Jin would have such thoughts

When Shi Jin heard the conversation around her, she knew that everyone was trying to minimize the issue. She calmly said, "Indeed, Brother-in-law wouldn't have such thoughts. But what if someone drugged him?"

"Shi Jin, you can't slander others!" Tang Yusha panicked. "The tea I brought is right here. You can get someone to check it and see if there are any problems!"

"There's nothing wrong with this tea. It's just a clean cup of tea, but the perfume on your body was specially refined. It won't have any problems just by smelling it, but the perfume on your body, when combined with a blooming orchid, has a bewitching effect," Shi Jin said. "Tang Yusha, you bought this perfume at a high price just to enter this study room because this study room happens to have a pot of blooming orchids. Am I right?"

Tang Yusha avoided her gaze. "I didn't. I don't know anything about perfume or orchids."

Shi Jin looked at her. "It doesn't matter if you don't know, but it's precisely because these two drugs are mixed together that they can achieve such a good effect. Because of this, Brother-in-law let you in when you knocked. Otherwise, he would've blocked you at the door.

"As for you, once you enter, as the scent on your body grows stronger, the bewitching effect will become stronger. No one can say what will happen in the end."

Qin Sinian finally understood why he let Tang Yusha in just now. He really didn't have that intention. After she was let in, he continued to sit in front of the computer until Shi Jin kicked the door open.

In the middle, he was indeed in a trance. He thought that something had happened to him, but he did not expect Tang Yusha to be the cause.

"I didn't. I don't even know what you're talking about!" Tang Yusha denied.

"Alright, since that's the case, I'll let you stay in the same room with this pot of orchids alone and try out the situation. Is that alright?"

"Shi Jin, you said that Young Master Qin was bewitched by me. Now that so many people are here, why aren't the others bewitched? Shouldn't everyone be bewitched?"

Shi Jin shook her head in amusement and said, "Brother-in-law stays in this room every day. The orchid scent on him is heavier than all of us. Therefore, when you came over, the fragrance on your body mixed with his and produced a strong medicinal effect.

Now that there were so many of us, the effects of the medicine were naturally diluted. Moreover, we hadn't been in contact with orchids like Brother-in-law, so it naturally wouldn't be effective on us for a short period of time. Also, I opened the window as soon as I came in. I'm afraid the two fragrances have mostly disappeared, right? "

Up to this point, how could everyone not understand?

It turned out that Tang Yusha came prepared and deliberately wanted to climb into Qin Sinian's bed.

Doing such a thing on the couple's wedding anniversary was simply evil and disgusting.

Tang Yusha's expression kept changing as she clenched her fists.

Fu Heyan immediately said, "I have orchids in my room as well. If we find a room to lock her up, wouldn't she answer everything we ask her?"

Shi Jin nodded. "Theoretically speaking, this is the case. Therefore, even if she doesn't speak now, we can still get her to do so. However, that kind of method is indeed very disgraceful."

Tang Yusha's fingers were trembling. This drug was extremely rare, so the effect was very good. She had only bought a very, very small bottle and used it all today.

Shi Jin was right. If she was really locked up, she would tell them everything she knew and lose all her dignity.

She had calculated everything, but she had not expected Shi Jin to know about this drug.

She suddenly sneered. "Yes, I did it on purpose. I came to Young Master Qin's room on purpose. Because I've admired him for a long time and wanted to become his woman. Is that wrong?"

Hearing her say that, everyone shook their heads. She was so self-righteously destroying someone else's family and still felt that she was innocent. She was really shameless.

Qin Sinian was also secretly afraid. As he was at home, he did not have much guard against such a person and was almost taken advantage of. Fortunately, Shi Jin noticed this plot in time.

Tang Yusha stared at Fu Heyan and said loudly, "You, Fu Heyan, didn't you seize the position of Young Madam of the Qin family because of your family's power? But you refused to give birth to Young Master Qin's child? The Qin family is big and powerful, but the leader of the family doesn't have any children. You failed as a Young Madam! You should have given up your position long ago!"

After she finished speaking, she received a resounding slap.

It was Fu Heyan.

"There's no need for an outsider like you to worry about the matters between us husband and wife! If you lust after Qin Sinian and the Qin family, then just say it. Even if you put on such a high-sounding hat, it won't cover up the selfishness in your heart."

Fu Heyan's words made everyone feel satisfied.

Who was she, an outsider who came for the first time, to stick herself in private matters?

However, her words had torn a hole in Fu Heyan's heart. Although she looked calm, her heart was aching.

Qin Sinian held Fu Heyan's hand. He knew what his wife was thinking, and his heart was filled with infinite love.

The two of them had tried the test tube baby procedure twice, but they failed. Fu Heyan had sacrificed a lot and suffered for a long time..

Chapter 456: Luckily, She Was Cautious

Qin Sinian said, "Whether Heyan and I want a child or not is our business. Only she and I can decide. Outsiders don't need to interfere. Today, I will solemnly say this to everyone present. In the future, if anyone mentions having children in front of Heyan and me, don't blame me for being ruthless and escorting them out!"

Old Madam Qin and Second Madam Qin's expressions did not look too good. Clearly, they could tell that Qin Sinian was warning them by saying these words.

"As for you..."

When Qin Sinian looked at Tang Yusha, it was as if he was looking at a rag. "Get out of the Qin villa now! Don't let me see you in the future. Otherwise, I'll drag you out every time I see you."

He asked He Ziheng behind him, "What did she say she was doing?"

"She seems to be an artist who just entered the industry and graduated from some film school." He Ziheng said.

"Ban! Her!" These two simple words came out of Qin Sinian's mouth with an indisputable tone.

Tang Yusha fell to the ground. Her future, her career, everything was gone...

The butler led a few security guards and dragged her out.

Fan Xiaozhi who was hiding in the crowd quietly took a few steps back in fear, her face was pale.

"Qin Fan, Fan Xiaozhi." Qin Sinian called them out.

"Cousin."

"Master... Master Qin." Fan Xiaozhi usually called him 'cousin' like Qin Fan, but now, she no longer dared to call him 'cousin'.

"You two are impressive. You've done a good job of luring the wolf into the house. Very good, very good!"

Qin Sinian's voice was emotionless.

However, Qin Fan's body trembled a few times. He knew that his cousin was truly enraged. He also knew that his wife usually made some small movements. Qin Sinian did not fuss over it, just like how an elephant would not fuss over a fly's provocation, but now, these things almost hurt Fu Heyan. How could Qin Sinian not care?

Qin Fan hurriedly said in a low voice, "Cousin, it's my fault for not restraining Xiaozhi properly. When we get back, I will definitely teach her a good lesson. Xiao Zhi, hurry up and apologize to sister-in-law."

Fan Xiaozhi immediately stood up, wanting to apologize.

"I can't afford it, there's no need to say any more." Fu Heyan said lazily, "I'm tired, everyone can disperse. Those who are pregnant should go back and rest well, lest they say that they have stomach pains or something and I end up having to bear the responsibility."

"Sister-in-law..." Fan Xiaozhi cried.

Fu Heyan had even exposed her plan. She wanted to use the child in her womb to act pitiful, but she had no choice, but to force it back.

Second Madam Qin also put in a good word for her. "Heyan, this is their fault. I will teach them a good lesson later. It won't happen again."

"Next time..." Qin Sinian said, "My Qin family only receives members of the Qin family. Outsiders don't have to come." "

Second Madam Qin's expression froze while Fan Xiaozhi froze.

These words clearly told Fan Xiaozhi not to come again. If Second Madam Qin were to speak up for Fan Xiaozhi again, she would become an outsider as well.

Qin Sinian only recognized Qin Fan as his cousin now.

Qin Fan grabbed Fan Xiaozhi's hand and brought her out.

Second Madam Qin also left quickly.

"Honey, I never thought that Tang Yusha would do such a thing." Fan Xiaozhi tried to explain.

"Do you think I'm a fool? Those orchids were expensive. You were the one who convinced me to buy them for my cousin and sister-in-law. So, you were planning this long ago. Even I was included in your scheme." Qin Fan had a gentle personality, but as someone from the Qin family, he had no problem with his intelligence.

Fan Xiaozhi quickly shook her head: "This is just an accident..."

"An accident? Is the peach-colored clothes you gave her an accident too?" Qin Fan looked at Fan Xiaozhi in disappointment. "I thought that you would have some feelings for me after marrying me. It turns out that in your heart, the person you want isn't me at all."

"Hubby, I'm not like that. I'm even willing to bear a child for you..."

"Are you doing this for me? You know very well what you're doing this for!" Qin Fan shook off her hand and got into his car to leave.

Fan Xiaozhi wanted to cry, holding her stomach and squatting down.

***

Qin villa.

Old Madam Fu was also present to witness the farce just now. She said calmly, "I originally thought that Heyan would be treated like she was in the Fu family after marrying into the Qin family. Now I know that I was too relaxed."

Qin Sinian hurriedly said in a low voice, "Grandma, I'm sorry."

"In-law, you are being too serious. It's common for children of the younger generation to cause trouble. Besides, wasn't it unsuccessful? Why don't we flip the page?" Old Madam Qin knew that she was in the wrong, and her tone was somewhat negotiable. She really didn't like women like Fan Xiaozhi and Tang Yusha.

Fu Henian could not bear to see Qin Sinian stuck in the middle and shook Old Madam Fu's arm. "Grandma, Sinian has already settled everything. You should calm down too. You don't want my wedding anniversary to be like this, do you?"

"Oh, you." Old Madam Fu could not blame her granddaughter. "If not for Shi Jin, things would have been difficult today."

Qin Sinian sweated while Fu Heyan was scared.

Indeed, if Shi Jin had not noticed the problem in time, the balance between the couple would have been broken.

"Forget it, I won't say anything more. You two can discuss your own matters. I'm tired, so I'll be going back." Old Madam Fu stood up and was even more satisfied with Shi Jin.

When Old Madam Qin saw this, she said, "Old in-law, I'll send you off."

Seeing this, the others also took their leave. He Ziheng, Lan Tian, and the others didn't want to stay for too long, so Fu Heyan sent them out. Only Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin had not left.

Fu Heyan looked at Shi Jin with lingering fear and said, "Thank goodness I have you today, Shi Jin."

"I only thought about it because I smelled something wrong with her perfume. I thought I'd rather be more cautious than make a mistake, so I gave it a try."

Fu Xiuyuan recalled that she had been feeling uneasy all this while because of Fu Heyan's matter. It was fortunate that she was so paranoid.

"Sister, I'll go to your room and check on those orchids for you. What if something happens again?"

Fu Heyan couldn't have asked for more. "Come, help me take a look, and check your brother-in-law's study too."

Shi Jin finally relaxed. She finally understood why Qin Sinian and Fu Heyan had drifted apart in her previous life. In her previous life, she did not attend their wedding anniversary and did not know what had happened.

However, she could guess that Tang Yusha must have gotten her way in the end. Not only did she have sex with Qin Sinian, but it was known by everyone. After all, after doing such a big thing, she must have hoped that someone would see what happened..

Chapter 457: Hard To Reconcile

With Fu Heyan's personality, it was naturally difficult for her to reconcile with Qin Sinian, even though Qin Sinian was also a victim.

Fu Heyan must have struggled for a long time. With Qin Sinian's hard work, there was hope that they could reconcile. However, Tang Yusha must have gone to look for Old Madam Qin under the pretext that she was pregnant.

Old Madam Qin looked down on Tang Yusha, but she valued the child in her womb very much. She must have taken Tang Yusha in and let her give birth to the child.

Under such circumstances, how could Fu Heyan really reconcile with Qin Sinian?

The two of them naturally drifted further and further away. They were still struggling and experiencing psychological torture.

Fu Heyan's hand was injured, so it was reasonable for her to walk towards depression.

It was no wonder that in her previous life, Fu Heyan fell to that state despite having a good family background and good looks.

It was just that Shi Jin couldn't be bothered to pay attention to her matters at that time and Fu Xiuyuan wouldn't have had the chance to mention it to her, so she had no idea about it.

Now that the problem was resolved, Shi Jin was finally at ease.

With this experience, she believed that both Qin Sinian and Fu Heyan would be more careful and cherish each other's feelings and life.

"What are you thinking about?" Fu Heyan saw that Shi Jin was in a daze and gently nudged her. "Is there something wrong with my orchids?"

"There's nothing wrong with the flowers. The perfume that Tang Yusha got is also very rare. Ordinary people might not be able to get it. Don't worry." Even so, Shi Jin still checked Fu Heyan's room.

After confirming that there was no problem, she asked half-jokingly, "Sis, have you ever thought of solving the problem from the source?"

Fu Heyan was smart enough to understand what she meant.

She shook her head and said, "Shi Jin, it's not that I don't want to have children. I love Sinian very much. Before we got married, I had longed to have a child with him and build a happy family of three... But I..."

"I understand. Your body isn't very healthy," Shi Jin said bluntly.

Fu Heyan already knew that she was skilled in medicine, so it was normal for her to figure out the issue when she checked her pulse.

She nodded and said sincerely, "I was afraid that Grandma would be worried if I told her, so I didn't tell her. I didn't even manage to keep my pregnancy as a test tube baby. Sinian kept saying that it's okay, and the two of us are fine, but actually, I'm more anxious to be a mother than anyone else."

"Sister, you can't be too impatient," Shi Jin said softly and handed her a tissue.

It was rare for Fu Heyan to show such a weak side, so she quickly wiped her tears and tidied herself up. She smiled and said, "I'm not in a hurry. Sinian has already made his views clear. What else can I ask for from a husband like him?"

"If there's a way to help you recover, are you willing to give it a try?"

"Of course I'm willing. All these years, which method have I not tried?" Fu Heyan bitterly smiled.

"Do you dare to take my medicine?"

Fu Heyan was stunned. She knew Shi Jin's medical skills, but she had never thought that she could even cure this. How old was she?

However, since Shi Jin said so, Fu Heyan did not reject her. She suppressed the suspicion in her heart and said, "Why wouldn't I dare? When my hand was injured, didn't I also have the guts to let you treat it?"

"Alright, I'll get someone to bring you the medicine then."

Fu Heyan thought about her hand injury and suddenly had a lot more confidence in Shi Jin. Perhaps she could really recover from Shi Jin's medicine?

"Shi Jin, I have a request."

"Yeah?"

"Don't let anyone else know about this. I'm afraid that your brother-in-law will have meaningless hopes. If he's disappointed again..."

Shi Jin smiled and said, "Sure, I won't even let Fu Xiuyuan know."

The two of them went downstairs. Fu Xiuyuan and Qin Sinian were having tea.

"Sister, Brother-in-law, we'll leave first." Shi Jin dragged Fu Xiuyuan away.

Watching them leave, Qin Sinian walked over to Fu Heyan and put his arm around her waist, saying in a low voice, "Heyan, I've let you suffer."

"You took such good care of my feelings. These grievances aren't considered grievances."

Qin Sinian hugged her tightly.

***

After returning to Orchid Pavilion with Fu Xiuyuan, Shi Jin hurriedly prepared a set of Chinese medicine ingredients for Fu Heyan.

However, in her current situation, she still needed some precious medicinal herbs to improve her condition. Shi Jin was currently unable to find that medicinal herb in the market, and Du Xian didn't have any leads either. Shi Jin could only use other herbs to replace it and nurse her back to health first.

***

On Yao Jiahong's side, he started preparing for the concert.

However, halfway through the preparations, he encountered a problem.

Orchid Pavilion.

Yao Jiahong sat on the sofa in the living room.

Fu Xiuyuan accompanied Shi Jin downstairs.

The two of them sat opposite Yao Jiahong. They didn't make any intimate actions, but they looked very compatible.

"Brother Yao, what is it?"

"Wen Yongwei wants to join the concert that I've prepared for you."

Wen Yongwei, who had been exposed by Shi Jin, was still working at the Shen Group. When she participated in the show, there was a contract stating that they would be bound together.

Shi Jin and Wen Yongwei were still within the time limit of the contract.

In other words, even if Wen Yongwei was still popular and Shi Jin was the one that's unpopular, Yao Jiahong had the right to request Wen Yongwei to bring Shi Jin along.

Even Shen Shuangnan from the Shen Corporation could not directly reject Wen Yongwei.

Shi Jin's eyes were like flowers as she smiled calmly. "I thought it was something big. If she wants to join, let her join."

"But this was supposed to be a concert in your name." Yao Jiahong looked up at Fu Xiuyuan.

Yao Jiahong now cared more about whether her interests were damaged than Shi Jin herself.

Fu Xiuyuan lowered his eyes to look at Shi Jin. "Since that's the case, let's take this chance to break off ties with Wen Yongwei and talk to Shen Shuangnan. This is Wen Yongwei's last chance. If she shows any signs of performing poorly, don't even think about getting together with Shi Jin again."

Fu Xiuyuan was confident that in front of Shi Jin, Wen Yongwei would definitely perform poorly.

Speaking of which, if it wasn't for Shi Jin's support, her title as the champion wouldn't have been able to keep her from flopping.

Yao Jiahong nodded. "Okay, I'll go talk to them. It's just that this concert will have to trouble Shi Jin."

***

This was an opportunity that Wen Yongwei had no choice, but to seize.

There was no need to talk about the previous failures. The movie that followed had dragged the entire Wen Family down with it.

Although there was Diamond Music behind her, Wen Yongwei couldn't turn the tables. The company was also on the verge of giving up on her.

Kang Cheng's success depended on this.

The Shen Corporation had already sent him an ultimatum. "If Wen Yongwei doesn't succeed, she will never be able to get together with Shi Jin again.."

Chapter 458: Refund The Money

Wen Yongwei furrowed her brows. There was still more than a year left before the contract for her and Shi Jin's joint performance. Now, the Shen Group was only giving her one chance. They were too biased towards Shi Jin.

If she was popular right now, wouldn't she be bringing Shi Jin along?

Kang Cheng could tell that she was unhappy. He spread his hands and said, "There's no other way. The entertainment industry is just that realistic."

"Director Kang, can you fight for me?"

"Yongwei... soon, I won't be a manager anymore."

Kang Cheng said.

Wen Yongwei fell silent.

Kang Cheng left. This time, the transition from director to manager was a failure.

He had thought that he had come across a money tree that could bring him fame and fortune, but who knew that this would be the outcome.

If he had chosen Shi Jin instead of Wen Yongwei...

***

News of Shi Jin's concert had already been leaked.

When the official announcement came, everyone realized that it was actually a concert with Wen Yongwei. Many people could not help, but feel disappointed.

"Do they have to perform together?"

"It can't be helped. They debuted together. That was the contract they signed back then."

"What is this, charity for Wen Yongwei?"

"Doesn't that mean that each of them will have half of the concert time?"

"I'm starting to wonder if I should buy a ticket."

"That's right. If I spend that much money and half of it is to listen to Wen Yongwei... I've had enough..."

Then, everyone saw that half of the tickets released online were from Shi Jin and the other half were from Wen Yongwei.

In other words, half of the venue was for Shi Jin's fans and the other half was for Wen Yongwei's fans.

Shi Jin's fans were finally satisfied. They no longer needed to sit together with Wen Yongwei's fans.

Although they did not want to waste their time on Wen Yongwei, everyone was still willing to go and watch for Shi Jin.

The pre-sales soon began.

Shi Jin's fans immediately rushed in to buy.

There were 80,000 tickets total, and the 40,000 tickets from Shi Jin's side were sold out in an instant.

On Wen Yongwei's side, her father and her family tried their best to get everyone to buy more tickets to support her.

The Wen Family had many friends and family, and all of them were sent by Wen Jili to buy tickets.

However, when the concert was about to start, Wen Yongwei had only sold less than 10,000 tickets.

Ten thousand against forty thousand. The organizers were having a headache.

On Wen Yongwei's side, she felt that it was alright. She had been left behind by Shi Jin for so long, and the number of people who supported her had still reached a quarter of Shi Jin's number. She was actually quite satisfied.

She was satisfied, but the organizers were not satisfied at all. They did not want to waste so many empty seats. They secretly took out the seats on Wen Yongwei's side and sold them under Shi Jin's name.

Shi Jin's fans were already troubled over not being able to get tickets. When they heard that there was a way to buy tickets, they flocked in. Soon, the 30,000 tickets were sold out.

Before Wen Yongwei went on stage, she took a look at the ticket sales. Had her votes been sold out?

She took a deep breath. So her fans were still around! These fans were still waiting for her.

She knew it. No matter how bad it was, there was no way she couldn't gather forty thousand people.

It was just that she wasn't as popular as Shi Jin and her publicity wasn't good enough. Her fans didn't know about her situation in time.

Back then in the finals, her vote count had reached tens to hundreds of millions. How many real fans did she have? Even now, they were still supporting her!

Wen Yongwei perked up at the thought of this.

She went on stage and gave her best performance. However, below stage, the response was average.

After that, it was Shi Jin's turn to go on stage. The audience cheered.

After the two of them took turns to sing two songs, the organizers were worried that they would not be able to answer to so many fans of Shi Jin who had entered the venue, so they directly told Wen Yongwei, "Yongwei, there's a problem with your accompaniment. Can we let Shi Jin go on stage instead?"

"How could there be a problem?"

"There's just a problem. Why don't you sing acapella?"

How could Wen Yongwei sing in acapella? It was already exhausting to sing normally. And this was a venue with 80,000 people.

Ordinary singers would find it difficult to control such a scene.

When Shi Jin was informed to sing on stage at the last minute, she was also very surprised. "Doesn't Wen Yongwei have a few more songs?"

"There's a problem with her side, so you're the only one who can take over. Is it okay to add a few more songs?"

"No problem." Shi Jin naturally had no problem.

She was fully prepared and could sing a full concert without having to accompany Wen Yongwei.

After she went on stage, she sang one song after another. The organizers did not cut the song or request for Wen Yongwei to come on stage.

Wen Yongwei clenched her fists and posted on Weibo. "Why can Shi Jin sing more than seven songs? What do you mean I can only sing three songs at the same concert? Can anyone give me an explanation?"

Her Weibo post attracted some discussion. There were some fans on her Weibo, but they were unwilling to buy concert tickets.

The discussion did not become popular. So Wen Yongwei directly bought a marketing account and questioned Shi Jin. She also questioned the investor behind the Shen Group why he insisted on supporting Shi Jin.

The matter was finally brewing.

The curiosity of some onlookers who did not know the truth was piqued. "Yes, why is it like this?"

"Look at this screenshot. The fans who bought Wen Yongwei and Shi Jin's fans are almost the same. Logically speaking, the two of them should have the same line-up."

The fans who claimed to have bought Wen Yongwei's ticket also started to make a fuss. "I spent more than a thousand yuan for nothing. I saw Wen Yongwei singing two or three songs before she left the stage. The rest of the time was all spent on Shi Jin's performance. I have to say, Shi Jin is impressive. She spent so much of Wen Yongwei's fans' money for her own sales."

"Shi Jin, refund the money!"

"Refund, refund!"

Everyone felt that Shi Jin was in the wrong.

When the Diamond Music team saw the situation, they immediately called Wen Yongwei.

Wen Yongwei had already thrown caution to the wind. She wasn't afraid of anything anymore and questioned repeatedly, "Why should I delete my Weibo post? Can't I seek justice? Indeed, I'm not as popular as Shi Jin, nor do I have as many fans as her. But look, my tickets were also sold for real! No matter how unpopular I am, even if I don't have any fans, I still have to take responsibility for my 40,000 fans at the venue, right? Why must I give in to Shi Jin and give way to her for everything? I've already given in enough, giving in to her in everything! Now, I still have to give in to her! On what basis? Why should I give in to her when I sold my ticket with my own abilities?"

She refused to listen to the other party's explanation..

Chapter 459: Ignite The Entire Place

The concert was still going on, but the discussions on Weibo were still brewing. There were all kinds of comments.

Not everyone was a fan, so many people criticized Shi Jin's actions.

Yao Jiahong was busy working backstage. So he only saw the content on Weibo after the event ended.

Shi Jin was handling her makeup and hair when she heard the news. She asked calmly, "So what exactly happened?"

"It's the organizers' responsibility. They secretly changed Wen Yongwei's tickets to yours and sold them. Most of the people present are your fans, so they cut down the number of songs Wen Yongwei sang at the last minute." Yao Jiahong had already made some inquiries.

Shi Jin frowned slightly.

Yao Jiahong had already called the organizers and asked them to clarify things immediately.

Wen Yongwei had posted a lot of Weibo posts in a row, and with the marketing accounts adding fuel to the fire, the situation was getting worse and worse.

A moment later, the organizer announced and sent out two pictures. The first picture was of the ticket sales. It was obvious that Shi Jin's 40,000 tickets were sold out very quickly.

Wen Yongwei's tickets were sold sporadically. Only less than 10,000 tickets were sold two hours before the opening.

Three minutes after the organizers changed Wen Yongwei's tickets to Shi Jin's, they were sold out again.

The second picture was filled with Shi Jin's fans. The area that belonged to Wen Yongwei was small to begin with, and there were many empty seats.

Because the tickets were bought by Wen Jili himself, many people realized that they didn't have time after they received the tickets, so they just left it there.

The organizer said, "We're sorry. It was our fault for making such a mess. Initially, we were the ones who paid for this concert. At first, we only talked about Shi Jin. However, Wen Yongwei was added later on. We had no choice, but to agree.

However, after Wen Yongwei joined us, the situation of our tickets became very worrisome. We couldn't sell half of her tickets.

We had also spent a lot of money to organize this concert. The promotions in the early stages, the coordination in the middle stages, as well as the cost of security, if we had to empty 30,000 of the 80,000 people venue, our costs would be worrying.

We had no choice, but to make this last-minute decision to make up for our losses.

We are deeply sorry for the troubles that have been brought upon all sides, but we really hope that we can accept more concerts from truly capable singers."

Following the organizer's announcement, everyone realized that there were so many twists and turns.

Wen Yongwei's impromptu and forceful participation had brought a lot of trouble to the others, so they had no choice, but to change their strategy.

Everyone looked at the ticket sales and realized that most of the tickets were sold to Shi Jin's fans.

This was because the ticketing software had specially made an arrangement. The tickets were split by name, and the fans had to choose the person whose tickets they wanted. And no matter how much fans wanted to attend the concert, they would definitely not contribute to the opposing side.

More than 70,000 tickets were sold under Shi Jin's name.

"Wen Yongwei's fans are really annoying."

"No wonder the organizers want to support Shi Jin. If it were me, I would support her too."

"Everyone needs to earn money to survive. It's just that the organizers were wrong to hide it from both sides."

"Didn't they say that Wen Yongwei forced herself into this concert?"

"If there's a chance next time, I'll buy a ticket from Shi Jin too. I heard that her title of Live King is not just for show."

On Wen Yongwei's side, she was stunned by the outcome. She couldn't even gather a few thousand fans who were willing to spend money?

The Shen Group had also sent an ultimatum. "Reality has proven that this is really the last time you and Shi Jin will perform together. There will be no more chances in the future."

Wen Yongwei's legs went weak, and she collapsed to the ground.

***

Shi Jin's concert was a huge success.

Wen Yongwei's appearance did not affect the integrity of the concert.

Her powerful live performance ability was very suitable for such a big event. She could ignite the entire place.

The live recording cut off Wen Yongwei's part and only restored Shi Jin's entire performance.

The fans present watched Wen Yongwei's performance as if they were watching a commercial break.

Because of this, Shen Shuangnan specially arranged to meet Shi Jin and Yao Jiahong.

"I'm really sorry about the incident at the concert," Shen Shuangnan said. Just like before, his voice was clear and precise. "But there won't be a next time."

Yao Jiahong opened the contract. "Then I hope it can be written into the contract."

It was truly infuriating to be trampled all over by Wen Yongwei.

Shen Shuangnan waved his hand and called his secretary over, asking him to go through the details with Yao Jiahong.

"The collaboration between Shi Jin and the Shen Group is not over yet. I have a movie and a variety show to introduce to Shi Jin," Shen Shuangnan said.

He said 'introduce' in hopes that Shi Jin would cooperate.

There was no problem with Shi Jin's side. As long as the job content was suitable, wouldn't working with anyone be a collaboration?

She glanced down at the script. Judging from the screenwriter's name, he was definitely a famous screenwriter.

After scanning through a few pages, it was not bad. As for the variety program, it wasn't an amateur team either.

Shi Jin nodded and was about to reply when she looked up and saw a plant on Shen Shuangnan's table. Her gaze was attracted and she could not help but take a closer look.

"You like this?" Shen Shuangnan asked with interest.

"I just found it interesting and took another look." Shi Jin did not express much joy or disgust.

"My mother left it for me. It's been a few years now." Shen Shuangnan sighed.

Shi Jin pursed her lips. She rarely did this.

This was truly a pity.

It was a pot of primitive Desert savior, a very expensive plant that was also very rare.

It was a succulent, but it was shaped like a blooming rose. It was originally black and white, and the longer it was raised, the darker its color became.

Shi Jin had been looking for this type of plant before. Initially, she had wanted to add it into Fu Heyan's medicine. However, after taking a look at the auction houses, she realized that there were very few pure species. There were even less pure ones that were so black.

It would take time to raise one of such a quality on her own.

Shen Shuangnan's basin was worth at least ten million, but from the looks of it, it was Shen Shuangnan's mother's belongings. Shi Jin could only think of another way.

After that, they chatted about some work matters before Shi Jin bade Yao Jiahong farewell and left.

When she came out, she received a call from Old Master Shi.

Speaking of which, it had indeed been a long time since she received his call.

"Grandfather."

"Shi Jin, when are you free? Come and visit."

"I'll come over now," Shi Jin promised.

Old Master Shi could not contain his joy. When Shi Jin was still in the Shi family, he really doted on her and had deep feelings for her.

Very quickly, Shi Jin arrived at the recuperation center..

Chapter 460: Full Of Ugliness

Old Master Shi was still in good health. With Shi Jin's medication, he no longer needed to stay in the hospital.

When he saw Shi Jin, his face shone with joy.

"Why are you so thin?" Old Master Shi complained when he saw her pull down her mask.

Yao Jiahong cried out at the side. "I really didn't deduct Shi Jin's food."

In the past, he didn't allow her to eat hotpot or drink cola, but after that, he couldn't dissuade Fu Xiuyuan, so Yao Jiahong turned a blind eye to it now.

"Hurry, I still have some delicious food here. Get someone to bring it out from the kitchen."

Soon, a pile of food was placed in front of Shi Jin.

The recuperation center was different from the hospital. Old Master Shi had his own kitchen, so it was much more convenient for him. It was just like being at home.

Shi Jin could not refuse and sat down to eat with him.

While they were eating, the nurse came to Old Master's side and said, "Old Master, Eldest Young Miss is here."

"Tell her to leave." Old Master Shi's face darkened.

The nurse was about to say something when Old Master Shi put down his chopsticks. The nurse had no choice, but to leave.

Shi Jin found it a little strange. Usually, Old Master Shi treated Shi Xuexin well. Even if he was unhappy, he would not show it too much. What was going on?

"Grandpa, don't be angry. Have some tea." Shi Jin couldn't bear to see Old Master being angry.

"Alright, alright." Old Master Shi took the cup of tea. "Shi Jin, you've been doing well. Don't talk about those unhappy things. As long as I see you well, I'll be satisfied."

Shi Jin did not ask what was going on.

When she came out, she gathered her clothes and looked outside. She saw Shi Xuexin's car leaving.

Yao Jiahong whispered from the side, "Shi Xuexin has found a big shot. He's rich and powerful, the kind that's in his fifties."

Shi Jin understood why Old Master Shi was so angry. In the past, he was willing to meet Shi Xuexin, but now, he didn't even want to meet her.

Ever since Shi Xuexin made a fool of herself in the piano competition, Chu Ling had completely cut off all ties with her. The two of them had loved each other so much in the past, but they could not last.

However, she never expected Shi Xuexin to turn around and do such a thing.

It was no wonder that Old Master Shi was so angry. Instead of remaining the daughter of a wealthy family, she did such things.

Old Master Shi had been prideful all his life, but now his granddaughter was doing such a thing. How could he take it?

Shi Jin shook her head secretly. However, this had nothing to do with her. She did not bother to think too much about it. She only knew that she should take more time to accompany Old Master Shi.

When she returned, she prepared some calming tea for Old Master Li and Old Master Shi. However, when she received Shen Shuangnan's movie and entered the cast, Shi Jin realized that some people could not be avoided.

This movie had two female leads. Previously, the other female lead had been selected to be a capable starlet. However, when it was time to begin filming, Shi Xuexin took over the role.

This was the handiwork of that big shot. Not only did he want to support Shi Xuexin, but he also wanted to support her in the right way.

"Shi Jin, I trust you have been well since we last met." Shi Xuexin took a step forward with a smile on her face.

Shi Jin looked at her indifferently. "I hope that with your acting skills, you will be able to perform well in the drama."

"Of course I can! Otherwise, do you think my long wait was for nothing?" Shi Xuexin deliberately wanted to be in the same cast as Shi Jin.

Not only did she want to become famous, but she also wanted to become famous by crushing Shi Jin. She had offered herself to an old man in his fifties just to wait for this day.

Shi Jin walked to the side and sat down. Yao Jiahong asked in a low voice, "Should we call Master Fu..."

"No need. I can handle it myself."

It was just Shi Xuexin, if she had to call Fu Xiuyuan for that, she thought too highly of Shi Xuexin.

Moments later, Shen Shuangnan's WeChat message arrived.

"Shi Jin, I'm sorry. I don't know about Shi Xuexin's man among the investors."

"It's okay. It's all part of work."

Shi Jin's reply was nonchalant, but Shen Shuangnan felt a little guilty. Now that the contract was signed, it was not impossible to break it, but he wasn't in a position to break the promise for Shi Jin.

Shi Jin might not be willing to accept his kindness.

"If anything happens, let me know in time."

"Okay." Shi Jin agreed immediately but would not tell Shen Shuangnan.

Besides, she was also looking forward to seeing what kind of trouble Shi Xuexin could cause.

Shi Xuexin also sat down not far away. Not only did she bring her manager and assistant, but she also brought a scriptwriter who was in charge of explaining the scenes to her.

Naturally, the manager this time would not be Hu Lai.

This scriptwriter was not here to change the script. The script was written by a big shot and had a wide popularity base. There was nothing to change.

The screenwriter's role was to tear apart the emotions in the script and feed Shi Xuexin bit by bit so that she could get into character.

Hence, the filming for the first two days went rather smoothly. Although Shi Xuexin would sometimes have bad takes when she was in a scene with Shi Jin, she managed to hold on.

This script, "Love of a Lifetime", was based on the original novel by a great author who had already passed away. It described the struggles of two sisters under the transition of society in the Republic of China. The characters in this world would inevitably feel sad and helpless.

Shi Xuexin had always liked to pretend to be pitiful, so she was very suitable for the younger sister in the script. She had an aura that made one feel sorry for her.

No wonder that big shot liked her type.

After reading the script, Shi Jin started to study the prescription for Fu Heyan.

Her body was badly damaged and she had undergone two IVF procedures. Although she looked fine on the surface, she was actually suffering on the inside.

Shi Jin realized that all the medicine she had taken in the past relied on nourishment. However, her body was now completely weak and could not be nourished. She had to recuperate slowly.

She was scribbling on a piece of paper while Shi Xuexin sat by the side, pouting.

Initially, she thought that Shi Jin would have some capabilities. Now, it seemed like she was nothing much.

After filming for the entire day, Shi Jin was changing when Fu Xiuyuan arrived.

The crew did not have a deep impression of him, but they had heard of his name from the previous crew.

So someone still greeted politely, "Hello, Mr. Fu."

"Mr. Fu?" Shi Xuexin, who was particularly concerned about Shi Jin, immediately looked in that direction.

Shi Xuexin had seen Fu Xiuyuan before. At the birthday party, that man's performance had made Chu Ling look like nothing.

At that time, she knew that Fu Xiuyuan was not an ordinary person. Now that she saw him again, she could not help, but be curious about Fu Xiuyuan's identity.

She immediately got someone to find out.

Soon, the assistant came back and said, "It's Fu Xiuyuan. I heard that he's helping Shi Jin, but looking at their relationship... I feel that it's not that simple.."

Chapter 461: None Of Her Business

"Fu Xiuyuan." Shi Xuexin felt that the name was extremely familiar.

She looked up again.

Fu Xiuyuan was picking up Shi Jin and talking to her in a low voice. The man's side profile was cold and defined, his looks and height impeccable.

His gaze had always been cold and dark. Only when he looked at Shi Jin did he reveal a gentleness that was shocking.

When she came back to her senses, Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin had already left.

Shi Xuexin was deep in thought.

***

After Shi Jin got into the car, she looked back.

"What are you looking at?"

"Shi Xuexin is asking around about you."

Fu Xiuyuan chuckled lightly. "My situation has nothing to do with her."

He had never taken this person seriously.

"She can only do such things sneakily."

Shi Jin did not take her seriously either.

Shi Xuexin secretly made a call to her mother, Yu Xiuhua. "Mom, has Shi Jin broken off the arranged engagement? Would that family mind such a thing?"

She remembered that Old Master Li had told her that this engagement that had been set a long time ago could not be broken. No matter what happened, she had to fulfill the engagement.

When she saw that man's mother secretly, she was so old and ugly that she almost fainted from shock.

Fortunately, her and Shi Jin's identities were clarified later on, allowing her to break off the engagement. If that family found out about Shi Jin's situation, would they make a scene?

When Yu Xiuhua heard the whole story, she said, "I'll immediately investigate."

However, after a day and a night, Yu Xiuhua still didn't manage to find out anything. After all, the Fu family rarely appeared in the capital. Fu Xiuyuan had always kept a low profile. With Yu Xiuhua's abilities, how could she find out about the Fu family?

Shi Xuexin was anxious, but she could only hold it in temporarily.

***

Shi Jin already knew about the news and realized that Shi Xuexin was still spending time and effort to investigate Fu Xiuyuan.

"How funny." Shi Jin shook her head secretly.

Shi Xuexin was really like a fly. She did not bite, but was extremely repulsive.

The next day, Shi Jin arrived at the set.

Shi Xuexin walked up to her and asked directly, "Shi Jin, I remember that you have a fiancé. Have you found someone else?"

"Shi Xuexin, don't you have a fiancé too?" Shi Jin asked back. "Then what about that old man who came to visit you two days ago?"

"Shi Jin, you!"

Shi Xuexin felt like she had been stepped on.

Shi Jin raised her dark red lips. "I advise you not to privately investigate my matters. If you want to know, I'll tell you. That's the person I like, Fu Xiuyuan. At the same time, he's also the fiancé that the Li family has always arranged for me."

"What?" Shi Xuexin looked surprised.

This Fu Xiuyuan was actually the Li family's arranged marriage? Shouldn't that man be old and ugly? How could he have such looks and figure which was even more outstanding than Chu Ling?

"There's no need to be surprised. He is. So, Shi Xuexin, there's really no point in making an issue out of this." Shi Jin looked at her coldly.

Shi Xuexin clenched her fists. Back then, Old Master Li had asked her to visit his fiancé's family. At that time, she was still young and Old Master Li had only asked her to walk around casually. It had nothing to do with romantic feelings.

However, due to her preconceived notions, she pretended to be sick several times and did not go over.

Old Master Li saw that she was very resistant to this kind of thing. After that, he never mentioned that matter again, nor did he let her go to the Fu family.

Later, when she returned to the Shi family, she heard that the man had a violent temper and would scold and beat Shi Jin. She was thankful that she had escaped countless times, bit from the looks of it, she was truly a fool.

If she had been on good terms with Fu Xiuyuan back then, she wouldn't have ended up like this.

Besides, if she got to know Fu Xiuyuan first, even if she wasn't from the Li family, why would he like Shi Jin?

"Shi Jin, you're really lucky. He used to be my fiancé."

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows and looked at her in amusement. "Shi Xuexin, where did you get the confidence to say that he is your fiancé? He is engaged to the Li family, and I am a member of the Li family. No matter what happens, it is not your turn to say the word 'original'. In this world, not everything is 'originally' yours!"

After Shi Jin had left for quite a while, Shi Xuexin was still in a daze.

The assistant came over to help her change her clothes. Seeing her like this, she reminded her in a low voice, "Boss Xiang is coming over soon, Xuexin."

Boss Xiang was the big boss who was currently supporting Shi Xuexin. He had power, influence, means, and especially many underground backgrounds.

This was the main reason why even Shen Shuangnan could not touch Shi Xuexin after she was signed.

If Shi Xuexin did not have his support, she would have long been reduced to a nameless nobody.

Shi Xuexin immediately perked up. Indeed, she coveted Fu Xiuyuan, but ever since she became Boss Xiang's woman, she no longer had the right to choose.

The assistant had been with her for some time and had received a lot of benefits from her. She persuaded her, "That Fu Xiuyuan is indeed good-looking, but he most likely relies on Shi Jin. Think about it, Shi Jin works so hard, but what has she gotten? You're different. What you earn now is all yours. Boss Xiang even gives you things from time to time. You can have whatever you want. Why do you need to compare yourself to Shi Jin?"

Shi Xuexin reached out to touch her face as the discomfort in her heart gradually eased.

"Xuexin, it's time for your scene," someone shouted.

Shi Xuexin walked over. Today's scenes were with Shi Jin.

After putting on her makeup and changing her clothes, she realized that Shi Jin was not there at all. The person who came to cooperate was actually a substitute.

"Shi Jin is using a stunt double to try out the scene?" Shi Xuexin asked.

"Shi Jin is filming a solo scene over there. Let the stunt double test the lighting effects, positioning and filming trajectory," someone explained.

Shi Xuexin was so angry that she laughed. "Oh, she can use a stand-in during the test scene and I have to personally try?"

The director could not say that it was because when Shi Jin was filming, she would pass in one take. Hence, there was no need for her to try. It was the same even if she used a substitute.

However, Shi Xuexin was different. Her acting skills needed to be honed, and she needed to be strengthened.

"Shi Jin's situation is a little special," the director said simply. "Other than her, everyone else needs to try in person."

"Ha, these double standards are a little too much, isn't it?" Shi Xuexin's assistant retorted immediately.

"Xuexin, let's go and rest."

Shi Xuexin immediately left.

"Wait!" The assistant director caught the director's gaze and immediately went forward to persuade Shi Xuexin..

Chapter 462: Double Standards

Shi Xuexin refused to try the scene no matter what.

The assistant also took advantage of Shi Xuexin's backing to be arrogant. "We'll try it whenever Shi Jin comes. The two female leads should be treated the same way."

"There is indeed something going on with Shi Jin, so please cooperate."

"Why can't the treatment be the same between the two of them? You guys aren't in the right either." The assistant shrugged. "Anyway, we'll do whatever Shi Jin does. We're not making things difficult for you, right?"

The assistant director was so anxious that his forehead was covered in sweat. He just did not dare to offend Boss Xiang. Otherwise, why would he give Shi Xuexin face?

Shi Jin could film at least ten days worth of scenes in three days. Could Shi Xuexin?

The assistant director shook his head and went back to report to the director.

Shi Xuexin called Boss Xiang directly. "Boss Xiang, I can't come to have dinner with you tonight. The production team insisted that I do something useless and waste my time. That's fine, but if Shi Jin doesn't want to do something, she can choose not to do it. As for me, I have to do everything. I'm really sorry, Boss Xiang. I'm probably dragging you down."

After Shi Xuexin hung up, she heard someone shouting, "Boss Xiang is here."

Shi Xuexin knew that Boss Xiang had come to support her.

As Boss Xiang walked over, many people stood up.

The aura that he had gained from his experience in society made Boss Xiang, who was in his fifties, still maintain the dignity of a superior. His gaze was rough and sharp, making people fearful.

Shi Xuexin did not expect him to arrive so soon either. She quickly stood up. "Boss Xiang."

"What happened?"

"Boss Xiang, it's just a small matter." The assistant director rushed forward and said, "I didn't expect that it would alarm Boss Xiang."

"A small matter is still a matter. Why, is it that in your production team, there's even a trend of double standards, one for each person?"

"No, it's just that when Shi Jin is filming, it's indeed faster. It's not a big problem without a test scene. That's why we..."

With someone backing her up, Shi Xuexin's tone became much firmer. "She filmed quickly because you guys supported her. I was deliberately delayed, so I can't speed up even if I wanted to. Who's to blame?"

The assistant director was speechless.

The assistant added fuel to the fire by the side. "I heard that Shi Jin's personal scenes are about to be completed, and Xuexin is still here to waste time. What's the matter? So everyone only cares about Shi Jin's time. The others' time is not important. They can waste our time however they want, right?"

"It's really not like that." The assistant director could only tell the truth. "Shi Jin's side is fast because all her scenes are basically done in one take. She didn't waste any time."

"Are you saying that Xuexin is wasting time?" the assistant asked unhappily.

Boss Xiang took out his cigar, cut it slowly, and took a puff. "Since you said that there's no problem with Shi Jin not doing the test scene, then let her come over and start filming."

Although his words were neither harsh nor soft, his attitude was very obvious.

The assistant director did not dare to offend him and went to discuss with the director.

The director could only say, "Alright, let Shi Jin come over and film with them."

Shi Jin had just finished her solo scenes. She heard that they wanted her to film in front of Boss Xiang.

She frowned. "Why is that?"

"Shi Xuexin doesn't want to do a test shot, so she called Boss Xiang over. Boss Xiang wants to see if you and Shi Xuexin can film without the test scene," the director said in a low voice. "Shi Jin, they're quite serious. Please do us a favor."

Shi Jin took a look at the time. "I still have twenty minutes left for today's shoot. We agreed to leave in twenty minutes. If anyone delays my time, that won't do either."

"Yes. I'll let you leave when your time is up."

Shi Jin walked over with the director.

She stood in front of Shi Xuexin. "I heard that someone wants to watch me shoot without a test scene?"

"It's not that we want to. It's just that the director and assistant director said that you can shoot very well even without a test scene. Naturally, we want to see it for ourselves. If there's a chance, we should learn from you." Shi Xuexin acted appropriately and generously in front of Boss Xiang.

"I just told the director that I only have twenty minutes. If it's because of someone else that I have to do more than one take, I have no reason to keep you company."

Looking at Shi Jin's arrogance, Boss Xiang felt that Shi Xuexin had indeed suffered.

If Shi Jin had been like this all the time, Shi Xuexin would definitely have been suppressed. He puffed out a ring of smoke. "Alright, if you don't have any problems, you can leave after filming. If it's Shi Xuexin's problem, cut her out from this scene. You do whatever you want to in the future. If it's your problem... you'll be cut out as well. In the future, both of you will do test scenes. You'll be treated equally."

"Boss Xiang is a straightforward person. Let's do that." Shi Jin agreed readily.

Yao Jiahong nodded at the side. "Alright, Boss Xiang. I've remembered all the conditions."

Shi Xuexin was secretly delighted. Although she did not have a test scene, there was a scriptwriter who explained the scene to her. She was rather familiar with the scene and lighting arrangements.

This scene was between the two sisters. It was as long as three minutes. If Shi Jin's scenes were deleted, it would definitely affect her character's image. By then, the two female leads might change into a single female lead.

Shi Jin had not come over earlier and was completely unfamiliar with this scene. Shi Xuexin did not believe that she could act well.

"Ready, action!"

This was a scene where the younger sister was bullied and harassed. The older sister, played by Shi Jin, still picked up the teacup and knocked on the head of the perpetrator to save the younger sister even though she was afraid herself.

It was also an important part of completing the character of the older sister.

Shi Jin walked over and instantly got into character.

She was wearing a cheongsam and looked very beautiful. However, there was always a hint of sadness in her eyes. That was the mark that life had given her.

When she saw that her sister was in trouble, her eyes first flashed with a hint of fear at the identity of the abuser. She subconsciously glanced at the gun he was carrying, then her eyes became determined. She picked up the teacup and smashed it at the back of the man's head.

After smashing him, she looked at the blood on her hand and sat on the ground in shock.

Seeing that person fall to the ground, she rushed forward and grabbed her sister's hand. "Go!"

At this moment, her tone and actions were full of love and care for her younger sister.

Even though she did not get along well with Shi Xuexin in real life, her eyes were filled with concern, heartache, care and love for her.

She did not come for the test scene just now, but she was very clear about how the lighting was arranged. Every positioning was just enough for the lights to fall evenly on her body, allowing the camera to record her movements and facial expressions without any difficulty..

Chapter 463: Why Suppress Yourself?

Shi Xuexin could not help, but show a hint of jealousy when she saw how well she performed. She handed her hand over and ran out together with her.

"Cut!" The director shouted and said to Shi Xuexin, "Xuexin, your sister came to save you. You should be happy, touched, scared, remorseful, and blaming her for not coming. Why would you have hatred?"

Shi Xuexin also realized that she had not acted well earlier. She gritted her teeth and looked at Boss Xiang.

Boss Xiang crossed his legs and puffed out smoke rings.

"Sorry, Boss Xiang. I was a little nervous just now."

"Try again." Boss Xiang was very tolerant.

The second take, Shi Jin was even more engrossed in the act than before. When Shi Xuexin stood up, she stepped on the actor playing the abusive man, twisted her ankle, and fell on the ground.

Not only that, her position was not right. The light did not land on her face. They were in the same frame, but Shi Jin's side was high-definition while hers was blurry.

The director did not say anything and just showed the replay to Boss Xiang.

Yao Jiahong stood at the side. He looked at the time and said, "There are seven minutes left. We can do it again."

Shi Xuexin immediately said, "Yes, I'll do it again. It was an accident."

Boss Xiang put out his cigar and stood up. "Alright, there's no need to shoot anymore!"

After two scenes, it was obvious who was better.

With his status, what he hated the most was those who didn't keep promises, and secondly, being useless.

Shi Xuexin's face turned pale immediately. "Boss Xiang."

Boss Xiang caressed her face. "As my woman, being beautiful is enough. Be good. As for you guys, you can do whatever you want with this scene."

"Boss Xiang!" Tears welled up in Shi Xuexin's eyes, making her look even more pitiful.

Boss Xiang had already left.

"Boss Xiang!" Shi Jin called out to him.

Boss Xiang turned around, his facial features stern.

Shi Xuexin glared at Shi Jin. Although Boss Xiang was in his fifties, he had taken good care of himself. Among all the men of his age, he was considered quite good-looking.

Shi Xuexin was worried Shi Jin would...

Shi Jin said calmly, "I was busy filming and didn't say anything before. Look over there."

She pointed to the no smoking sign hanging on the wall.

Boss Xiang's expression changed slightly and he left in a huff.

Someone at the side immediately put away the ashes of the cigar that Boss Xiang left behind.

Shi Xuexin's plot failed.

Shi Jin picked up her things and left.

"Brother Yao, remember to overlook them when they edit this scene."

Yao Jiahong immediately replied, "Okay."

***

At night, Shi Jin agreed to go to Gu Qingqing's place for dinner. When she went out, Fu Xiuyuan was already there. The timing was just right.

Fu Xiuyuan drove personally and when Shi Jin got into the car he could smell the smoke on her. "Someone in the crew smoked?"

"Yes, but I've already brought it up. It should be gone next time."

"Okay." Fu Xiuyuan didn't ask further. He knew that Shi Jin wasn't the type to let herself suffer.

Li manor.

Gu Qingqing cooked personally. It was rare that everyone was present today, including Gu Jingyuan and Gu Zehan.

Li Juekai also just finished filming a movie.

During dinner, Gu Qingqing mentioned Zhu Junrong.

"That Elder Zhu from last time?" Shi Jin asked.

"Yeah, didn't he add you on WeChat? Why is he asking me about your situation?"

Shi Jin smiled. "Because I rejected him. I don't have much time to learn violin recently."

"No wonder." Gu Qingqing also smiled. "But Elder Zhu is really a rare teacher in the academic world."

When they were about to finish eating, Yao Jiahong sent the edited scenes over.

Shi Jin took a quick glance. The screenwriter was a big shot. The edited scenes did not require Shi Xuexin's participation. Shi Jin's part was enough.

That scene did not have Shi Xuexin's scenes, but it did not affect the shape of Shi Jin's character, nor did it affect the integrity of the scene.

That screenwriter was also present today and had seen the whole situation. He was willing to endure the hardship of changing Xuexin's scenes.

"Okay, let's leave it at that."

Shi Jin had such a temper. If people did not trouble her, she could not be bothered to argue with them, but if someone wanted to go over her head, she didn't mind fighting with them.

***

Shi Xuexin was much more well-behaved during the shoot the next day.

She understood Boss Xiang's attitude. He only liked her looks. As for acting and filming, it was just an additional right for her when she was pampered. If she was obedient, he did not mind spending money to support her, but if she continued to be ungrateful, there would be nothing else.

She tested scenes when she had to and did not dare to fight with Shi Jin over anything.

Shi Jin's own filming was also much faster.

"Miss Shi, someone brought you something."

Shi Xuexin's assistant stood up immediately. "Xuexin is here. Bring it over."

"Xuexin, Boss Xiang delivered something to you."

Boss Xiang was not completely heartless towards women. He had embarrassed Shi Xuexin in front of everyone yesterday, so he would make up for it today.

A smile appeared on Shi Xuexin's face. "Put it away."

Most of the crew members were normal people and did not fall for this trick. However, there were still some people who liked to curry favor with Shi Xuexin. When they heard that she had received a gift from Boss Xiang, they could not help, but surround her and ask, "Quickly open it and see what it is."

"It must be a very expensive gift. Boss Xiang has always been generous."

"Exactly. How enviable."

As everyone spoke, Shi Xuexin opened the gift box.

The assistant was the first to speak. "It's actually a diamond necklace!"

"Oh my god, this is too beautiful and precious!"

"It really matches with Xuexin."

"Boss Xiang is really too nice to you. This necklace should be worth more than ten million yuan."

Shi Jin put on her headphones.

She did not mind that someone was supporting Shi Xuexin. In this society's reality, there was nothing wrong with someone using such methods to obtain a better life.

However, she could not help but think of Old Master Shi when she saw Shi Xuexin's proud expression towards what should be a shameful act.

He was an old man who had been aloof and self-respecting his entire life, yet he had a granddaughter like Shi Xuexin in his family.

Shi Jin didn't dare to think about it, so she couldn't be bothered to look.

Shi Xuexin had always enjoyed this kind of flattery. In the past, she was afraid that others would compare her to Shi Jin, afraid that she would become someone obsessed with money. Now, she realized that it was actually quite good to be obsessed with such things. There was no need to suppress herself.

The assistant took a look at Shi Jin and said, "Boss Xiang is also a magnanimous person who likes to keep things quiet. After all, he doesn't want to argue with those people who have a bunch of crazy fans, but deep down, he still likes and supports Xuexin. Xuexin, this is his encouragement to you.."

Chapter 464: A Gift With Sincerity

Many people in the production team despised people of Shi Xuexin's status. However, to be honest, many people were envious of celebrities with backgrounds like Shi Xuexin.

Everyone had complicated expressions.

"Shi Jin, there's something for you here!" Someone from the stage manager delivered something to Shi Jin.

It was only then that Shi Jin took off her headphones and took the item. "Thank you."

Shi Xuexin's assistant immediately smiled and said, "Shi Jin, who gave you a gift?"

Yao Jiahong raised his head and looked at the assistant. The assistant felt guilty and mumbled, "I'm just a little curious."

Shi Jin saw that the box was not big and was tightly wrapped. She reached out to open it.

A hint of surprise appeared on her face when she saw the Desert Savior plant.

This was the pot that Shen Shuangnan kept on his office table. After a long period of nurturing, the color had already become pure black. It was very expensive and rare.

The previous time, she had wanted to say something, but Shen Shuangnan said that it was left behind by his mother, so Shi Jin did not say anything.

In the end... this pot of Desert Savior was right in front of her.

A WeChat message also came in at this time.

She clicked on it.

"This time, Shi Xuexin has indeed caused you a lot of trouble. She was signed into the production team by the Shen Group. I have to take responsibility for this."

In other words, Shen Shuangnan was the one who had given Shi Jin this pot of Desert Savior as compensation.

The key was that with just one look, Shen Shuangnan knew what she was thinking.

The keen eye of those in power were quite scary.

"President Shen, I don't deserve this gift. This gift is too precious."

"I don't know how to appreciate these flowers and plants. It's a waste to leave them with me. Why not give them to the right person?"

"The item is too precious. I can't accept it. However, I can help you raise it for a month. After a month, I'll return it to you."

"Since that's the case, you can keep it for now."

Shi Jin passed the item to Yao Jiahong. "Brother Yao, help me look after it."

Yao Jiahong knew her preferences and habits, so he immediately put it away properly.

Shi Xuexin's assistant could not help but laugh. "I think someone gave Shi Jin a pot of succulents."

She was afraid of angering Shi Jin, so she didn't use a sarcastic voice and pretended to tease her.

"Yeah, it's really a pot of succulents."

"The person who sent the gift is so innocent. Who would gift succulents?"

"Gifts are about the meaning behind it. The gift itself doesn't matter." Shi Xuexin said with a smile. "Giving a gift that matches the heart of the recipient, that's the most important thing. Shi Jin is quite happy. Isn't that the most important?"

The others agreed and said, "That's right. Shi Jin can earn money by herself. She doesn't need anyone to give her anything valuable. As long as the gift is sincere, Shi Jin will be happy."

"That's true. After all, not every man is as capable and generous as Boss Xiang."

"Actually, I'm quite envious of Shi Jin. In this materialistic society, there are still people who can give such interesting gifts."

Shi Xuexin smiled slightly. "Actually, compared to diamonds, I prefer gifts that require effort."

That tone was humble, but she was clearly flaunting.

Because these people were speaking in a normal tone, Shi Jin only looked up at them once before looking away.

Shi Xuexin was very satisfied. She sent Boss Xiang a WeChat message to thank him and mentioned Shi Jin's gift.

The assistant said at the side, "I reckon Boss Xiang will also give such a gift next time."

"How would Boss Xiang have the time to buy such things?" said Shi Xuexin. "He's too busy."

Everyone complimented her again, and soon, it was time for filming.

Shi Jin patted her clothes and stood up, walking towards the filming location.

Standing behind Shi Xuexin was a young actress. When she saw the black succulent Shi Jin had just received, she was very curious. She searched online and covered her mouth.

"What happened to you?"

"Look at this price!"

"The Primordial Desert Savior, even the worst quality one is 6 million!"

"The darker the color, the purer it is. Not only does it require money, but it also requires a long period of cultivation to produce that color."

"So the gift that Shi Jin just received... was really the Desert Savior?"

Everyone looked in Shi Jin's direction. She was filming and was not affected at all.

Everyone's gaze shifted to Yao Jiahong. He was carefully carrying the succulent in a box towards the car.

Looking at the way he carried the item, everyone had confirmed that it was indeed a pot of Desert Savior, and it was of excellent quality.

The smile on Shi Xuexin's face gradually faded. She reached out to touch the diamond necklace and immediately felt that it was not as valuable as before.

***

Halfway through the filming of "Love of a Lifetime," the live variety show that Shen Group had planned for Shi Jin, "Come to My Home", was about to start filming.

"Come to My Home" was a live broadcast variety show where the guests would visit each other's homes and stay for a day.

Shi Jin already knew the names of the other five guests beforehand. Coincidentally, there was also Shi Xuexin.

It seemed like Boss Xiang had really invested a lot for her.

The other four guests were Xia Peifeng, Wen Wang, Lin Yao, and Shen Xinghe. All four of them were male.

In the nanny van, Shi Jin looked at the name list and said calmly, "Xia Peifeng and Wen Wang are here too?"

One was the prince of the creative world, while the other was a big shot in the violin world. They were both people who were indifferent to worldly affairs.

This was especially so for Xia Peifeng. He had never participated in any variety show before, and it could be said that he kept a very low profile. His participation was really surprising.

And because of that, the popularity of this program was already unbelievably high before it even started airing.

It could be said that the Shen Group had planned this variety show for Shi Jin in consideration of her popularity.

"I heard that these two were very eager to join," Yao Jiahong said. "The production team was also very surprised."

"Alright." Shi Jin did not mind. After all, they were all big shots and had no conflict with her.

"The first stop is Lin Yao's house. Lin Yao is known as the Never Aging Prince. He has been famous for a long time and is still in a very good state. He is a technological enthusiast and an intelligent person. It is said that 90% of the furniture and household appliances in his house have been AI-controlled. This time, he mainly wants to showcase the modern technology of his house."

Shi Jin understood.

Lin Yao had shown it on Weibo previously and attracted the interest of many netizens. A long time ago, someone had expressed that they wanted to see the full picture of his home.

The first stop of "Come to My Home" this time was to go to his house. It was obvious that they wanted to attract the attention of the audience to the greatest extent..

Chapter 465: Very Satisfying

Lin Yao's family was located in Northern City, a distance away from the capital.

After Shi Jin took the plane to Northern City, she drove to Lin Yao's home in the city center.

When Shi Jin arrived, the other guests had also arrived.

As the host, Lin Yao was already waiting. At the same time, all the cameras turned on and started to broadcast everyone's every move.

The fans were also in high spirits, and the bullet screen was filled with comments.

Shi Xuexin's plagiarism incident at the piano competition had been mocked by the crowd for a long time. However, she had kept a low profile for a long time and did not take on any jobs. Now, her voice had become softer.

A few audience members asked, "Why is she here? Is she even worthy?"

"Even Shen Xinghe has a better reputation than her."

The comments were quickly deleted and the commenter banned from commenting.

"Lin Yao is so handsome! He was like this when I was in primary school. I'm already a mother, yet he's still like this?"

"Wen Wang, a very famous and experienced pianist. I'm really looking forward to it."

"Brother Brother Brother ahhhhh!"

"Our daughter seems to have lost weight again?"

Lin Yao looked very young. He was already in his forties, but he still had a baby face. His style was no different from someone in his twenties.

"Welcome, welcome!" Lin Yao greeted everyone and welcomed them into the room.

Wen Wang was an elder and walked in front. He waved his hand and summoned Shi Xuexin to him.

After he met Shi Xuexin at Shi Xuexin's birthday party, he thought highly of her. Even after such a huge event during the Warsaw Piano Competition, Wen Wang did not give up on Shi Xuexin.

When she saw Wen Wang taking care of Shi Xuexin, even though Shi Jin did not know about their relationship, she more or less understood why Wen Wang had actively chosen this program. It was most likely because of Shi Xuexin.

The commenters started to feel strange. "Master Wen is actually so nice to Shi Xuexin?"

"Does this mean her talent is real?"

"We'll see."

Xia Peifeng waved at Shi Jin gracefully.

Shi Jin smiled faintly as a response.

"Back then, Xia Peifeng hated Shi Jin very much in 'Ultimate Singer Songwriter'. It is indeed awkward for them to meet now."

"Brother is fine alone, don't drag him in."

"My daughter is fine alone, don't drag her in."

Xia Peifeng wanted to say something, but when he saw Shi Jin's cold attitude, he did not know what to say. He could only follow silently.

On the other hand, Shen Xinghe was carrying a box and happily said, "Teacher Lin's house is really big."

He was the one who had the least popularity among all the guests. The reason he was able to come this time was because his senior brother from the same company had accepted an overseas movie at the last minute. The company had given him the free schedule.

"I heard that it covers more than three thousand square meters," Shi Jin added.

After they started chatting, everyone started to get lively. They chatted and laughed as they walked in.

Lin Yao walked in front and passed by a fountain. At this moment, no water spurted out.

Shen Xinghe said, "What a pity, we didn't see the fountain. With this appearance, the water that spits out will definitely be beautiful, right?"

Lin Yao said, "Xiao Lin, open the fountain."

The originally dry fountain suddenly emitted water, forming beautiful water pillars.

Everyone had heard of the artificially intelligent devices in Lin Yao's house, but this was the first time they had seen them. They could not help but be very interested.

"What else can it do other than voice control?" Shi Xuexin asked curiously.

Lin Yao proudly demonstrated to everyone, "Xiao Lin, weight mode."

"What is weight mode?" Shen Xinghe asked.

Lin Yao walked over, and one of the water pillars suddenly rose up. Shi Jin also walked over. The water pillar that she stood over rose slightly higher, but did not exceed Lin Yao's.

"Shen Xinghe, come and try." Shi Jin called out to him.

After Shen Xinghe stood over, the water pillar was slightly taller than Lin Yao, forming a powerful water pillar.

"Hahahaha, Shen Xinghe doesn't look heavy, but his weight is actually quite considerable," Lin Yao joked.

"I am 1.8 meters tall after all." Shen Xinghe scratched his head.

"Even so, you're not the tallest person in the room," Shi Jin said slowly. "But you definitely have the tallest water pillar."

"Of course not!" Shen Xinghe refused to believe it and looked at Xia Peifeng who was taller than him.

Xia Peifeng did as he wished. The water pillar was indeed lower than his.

"Awww." Shen Xinghe bit the corner of his shirt.

"Xiao Lin, music mode." Lin Yao thoughtfully changed a mode for Shen Xinghe.

The comments appeared: "Hahahahahaha."

The fountain no longer sprayed water according to its weight, but a romantic piano piece, Chopin's famous Nocturne was played.

Shi Xuexin's face turned pale when she heard the piano music. She was here to clear her name, not to continue reminding everyone of her ugly past in Warsaw.

Wen Wang immediately said considerately, "Let's talk inside."

After entering, everyone once again witnessed Lin Yao's furniture and appliances.

Xiao Lin helped to turn on the lights and pull open the curtains. And the robot version of Xiao Lin brought tea for everyone.

"Xiao Lin No. 45 is sincerely at your service." The robotic voice of Xiao Lin sounded.

"They have numbers?" Shi Xuexin asked curiously.

"Some robots are in charge of serving tea, some are in charge of cleaning, and some are in charge of organizing the work," Lin Yao introduced. "The functions of the various robots are different. Right now, all the functions have yet to be combined into one robot."

"That's still impressive," said Shi Jin as she put down her tea.

"Is it possible to make it like the AIs in Iron Man?" Shen Xinghe asked. "Robots can do anything. They can do whatever you want them to."

Lin Yao shook his head. "You can only do that in movies, hahaha."

He pressed the remote, and one of the robots delivered fruit.

The guests were not the only ones who were enjoying the show. The filming crew was also dazzled, and the audience could not take their eyes off of it.

Lin Yao took out a few small robots and gave them to everyone. "Everyone, this is a gift for all of you. It's just a small gift to show my respect. I wrote the operation code myself. It can be changed or adjusted."

"Mine has alarm mode! After the alarm goes off, if you don't get out of bed, it will start running and making noise!" Shen Xinghe studied it and was overjoyed.

Shi Jin teased, "It's quite suitable for lazy people."

"Exactly. It suits me." Shen Xinghe sat beside Shi Jin.

How could he not know that every time Shi Jin talked to him, it was to help him get more screen time? If not for Shi Jin, he probably wouldn't even get screen time.

The one Shi Xuexin received was a music player with many functions.

The others more or less received similar ones with novel functions.

This made the audience very satisfied..

Chapter 466: She Knows This?

After dinner, everyone sat in Lin Yao's courtyard to rest and chat.

The atmosphere was very good and the comments were very friendly. Except Shi Jin and Shi Xuexin did not speak to each other or participate in the other's conversation.

Lin Yao tried to mediate between them and tried to find a topic to talk about. "Shi Jin, I heard that you were filming with Xuexin? Then you must be very familiar with each other?"

"Yep, it went okay," said Shi Jin.

"Pretty good." Shi Xuexin said in unison.

The atmosphere was awkward.

Naturally, the fans could see this too. "Can she stop using Shi Jin's popularity?"

"Please let my daughter be alone."

"I think I can see Shi Xuexin's grievance."

Wen Wang said, "Why don't we use Xuexin's robot to edit a violin piece? What do you think, Mr. Lin?"

"Good idea." Lin Yao readily agreed.

Shi Jin stood up and said, "I remembered that I still have something on. I'll go to my room first. Everyone, please excuse me."

Wen Wang naturally did not expect her to participate.

Lin Yao was also a little unhappy. He knew that these two were sisters, so he tried to mediate between them, hoping the results on screen would be better.

Shi Xuexin obviously appreciated his kindness, but Shi Jin's attitude was a little disrespectful.

Shi Jin quickly returned to her room.

The production team was prepared and immediately split into different groups to follow the different guests.

The live broadcast was immediately cut into two sides. One was on Shi Xuexin's side, and the other was on Shi Jin's side.

Shi Jin turned on her computer and casually typed on her keyboard.

The fans were all very curious about what she was doing. When the cameraman went forward, everyone could clearly see what code she was typing on the computer. However, it didn't seem like a code that could be used. Also, she was very slow. They didn't know what she was doing. However, her fans were still watching with relish.

She sat in front of the computer, her features beautiful under the light. Just this scene alone was enough for everyone to be satisfied.

On the other side, Shi Xuexin was discussing violin with Wen Wang.

Wen Wang took out his violin and handed it to Shi Xuexin for her to perform.

Shi Xuexin immediately switched on the tiny robot Lin Yao had given her and selected a rhythm accompaniment. She played a melodious tune and instantly won a lot of praise.

Wen Wang smiled and said, "You're improving."

"Thank you, Teacher Wen. Actually, I only practiced casually in the past. It was only after I followed you that I made great progress."

"You have your own talent. Practice well. You will definitely achieve something in the future."

"I also have to thank Teacher Lin," Shi Xuexin said humbly.

Because she had used the little robot that Lin Yao had given her, Lin Yao was also involved. "I'm very proud to be able to participate in your performance."

The comments were also a little surprised. "She knows this?"

"Was the piano incident a misunderstanding last time?"

"One more song!"

"So Shi Xuexin is actually Master Wen's disciple!"

"Was Shi Xuexin wronged last time? But she really did copy Shi Jin's song."

"Reasonably suspecting that there's some unspeakable secret behind this."

"Can you stop dragging Shi Jin in?"

When everyone mentioned Shi Jin, they thought of her going to her room alone.

The haters were upset. "Did Shi Jin hide on purpose?"

"I wouldn't believe you if you said she wasn't guilty."

With that said, more and more people rushed to Shi Jin's live-stream.

She was still sitting in front of the computer, calmly adjusting something.

Suddenly, the scene changed. Everyone saw Shen Xinghe walking over casually.

He went to cut fruits for everyone, and when he saw that Shi Jin wasn't around, he walked over with a plate of fruits.

When he reached Shi Jin's room, the door opened automatically. Because Lin Yao's house was fully equipped with automated equipment, Shen Xinghe did not mind, and everyone found it interesting.

He stepped in with the fruit and shouted, "Shi..."

Before he could finish shouting, a small robot grabbed his ankle. "Don't move. Tell me your name!"

It was Shi Jin's robotic voice.

Shen Xinghe staggered and laughed. "Hahahaha, it's me, Shen Xinghe."

"Shen Xinghe, what are you doing here?"

"I brought you some fruits, Sis." He looked down and said, "Oh no, the fruits all fell. There's only a little left."

When he staggered just now, a lot of fruit fell.

"Alright, bring it over first."

Only then did Shen Xinghe walk in. The little robot reached out to pick up the fallen fruits.

The camera quickly gave it a close-up shot. Seeing that he was agile and knew how to throw it into the trash can after picking it up, the audience could not help but laugh.

"Teacher Lin is too amazing! He actually created such a smart robot!"

"The voice is exactly the same as Shi Jin's."

"The key is that it can talk in real-time! Did you guys see that when the camera was pointed at Shi Jin, she wasn't the one speaking?"

"But the other robots don't have many functions. Previously, Teacher Lin said that every robot can achieve different functions."

Shen Xinghe placed the fruit in front of Shi Jin. When he saw Shi Jin working on the computer, he leaned over to take a look.

The robot followed. "Shen Xinghe, you are blocking my light."

Shen Xinghe looked down and realized that he was indeed blocking Shi Jin's light. He quickly moved aside. Then, he asked in surprise, "Are you talking or is the robot talking?"

"It's me, and also him."

"What do you mean?"

"Just now, I gathered the language combinations of various programs that I used in the past. I chose my own common words and high frequency phrases, as well as the various phrases that I recorded for this livestream. He can use my language habits and my voice to complete the conversation with you."

Shi Jin did not speak. She continued typing on the keyboard. The robot was using her voice to answer Shen Xinghe.

Since Shi Jin was not in a hurry to use it, she took her time when programming. When Shen Xinghe arrived, she was just halfway done.

Shen Xinghe scratched his head and said in surprise, "Is it the code that Teacher Lin Yao said we can rewrite ourselves?"

"Yes, that's right," the robot replied.

"What else can you do apart from making him talk?"

The robot reached out its hand, intending to shake Shen Xinghe's hand.

Shen Xinghe shook its hand.

This kind of small robot was only half the height of a human and looked like a child, but it used Shi Jin's serious voice. It was funny and interesting.

Shen Xinghe touched the robot's face and the robot immediately hit his knee. "You can't touch a girl's face."

Shen Xinghe quickly said to Shi Jin, "I'm sorry."

The comments went crazy. "So this is a code that Shi Jin wrote herself?"

"But this is very difficult, right?"

"F*ck, amazing."

"Once again, I witnessed the power of a genius."

"Beautifully done!"

Chapter 467: The Mindset Of Digging Treasure

Shen Xinghe asked, "Then can he talk to me and do things without you controlling it?"

"Try me." The little robot punched him.

At the same time, Shi Jin turned to speak to the cameraman. "Mister, do you want some fruit?"

The comments went wild. "That's amazing. I want the same robot!"

"Yes!"

"Will Shi Jin release the same model?"

"10,000,000 petitions to request for the same design."

Because of the code that Shi Jin had edited, there were not many people left on Shi Xuexin's side in the live-stream. Now, all of them were streaming in from Shi Jin's side.

Many people stayed at Shi Xuexin's side with the intention of looking at Xia Peifeng. However, Xia Peifeng did not talk much to Shi Xuexin, so there were fewer cameras on him. As a result, there were even fewer people there.

Especially since Shen Xinghe was a loud and funny person. He was being bullied by the little robot, making the audience laugh even more.

The director ran over and asked Wen Wang and Shi Xuexin, "Master Wen, Xuexin, do you want to go to Shi Jin's side?"

The cameraman moved to the side and Shi Xuexin turned off her mic. "Why?"

"There are a lot of viewers over there at the moment." The director was taking special care of Shi Xuexin on account of Boss Xiang.

"I'm not going." Shi Xuexin shook her head. She did not believe that she could not win against Shi Jin with her performance.

Wen Wang shook his head. "I'm not going either."

He had preconceived notions and did not fancy Shi Jin at all. He had also wanted to help Shi Xuexin on this show.

Seeing that the two of them were not going, Lin Yao, as the host, was too embarrassed to leave and continued chatting with them about music.

Xia Peifeng really wanted to go, but knowing Shi Jin's attitude towards him, he thought about it, picked up a can of coke, and drank it gloomily.

At night, after the day's recording ended, everyone could finally rest.

Shi Xuexin checked her Weibo and wanted to check her trending status.

Her manager had already bought trending searches for her.

She was currently ranked in the 30s. Instead, it was Shi Jin who ranked first. Even Shen Xinghe was ranked higher.

#1,000,000 petitions begging Shi Jin for the same robot # had been pushed up by tens of thousands of people.

The video of Shen Xinghe and the little robot playing became the source of laughter for this episode. Especially when the little robot jumped up and hit Shen Xinghe, it was a perfect demonstration of what it meant by "jumping up and kicking your knee".

On Shi Xuexin's Weibo, there were indeed people praising her talent. However, there were few people so the praise was repetitive. Clearly, it did not cause much of a stir.

Shi Xuexin secretly pinched her palms. Why was the production team so biased towards Shi Jin? Even Lin Yao?

She did not believe that the little robot's code was written by Shi Jin!

The next morning.

Shi Xuexin was still sleeping when a crisp voice came from outside. "Shen Xinghe, wake up! Shen Xinghe, wake up!"

She saw that it was getting late and quickly got up.

It turned out that the one calling Shen Xinghe was his little robot. After the little robot called for a while and he did not get up, the robot started jumping and shouting.

Shen Xinghe got up to chase after the little robot, but it ran away instead, running faster and faster.

"Teacher Lin, didn't you say that he would stop once I got up?" Shen Xinghe shouted at Lin Yao.

Lin Yao, who was drinking tea, was also a little surprised. The key was that the program he had set up did not even include Shen Xinghe's name. The robots were chosen randomly, so it shouldn't know Shen Xinghe's name at all.

He didn't have the habit of looking at Weibo, so he didn't see Shi Jin's modification of the program.

"Ahhhhhh, Teacher Lin, how can I make it stop?" Shen Xinghe couldn't catch up to the little robot. It ran around the courtyard.

"Shen Xinghe, stop fooling around." Shi Jin stood up and shouted.

"I wasn't..." Shen Xinghe shrugged innocently.

The little robot that was jumping around happily stopped running and obediently returned to Shen Xinghe's side.

Shen Xinghe was dumbfounded. "So, Sis, you also edited my program!"

"Didn't you ask me to edit it for you last night?" Shi Jin raised her eyebrows and asked.

"Ahhh, then can you change it to make it massage me, massage my feet or something?"

"You want it to also bathe you, scrub your back, pour you tea, warm your bed, and feed you, right?"

Shen Xinghe's eyes twinkled. "That would be great!"

"Go to bed early."

"Ah?" Shen Xinghe scratched his head. "Didn't I just wake up?"

"Anything can happen in your dreams."

Shen Xinghe scratched his head in embarrassment.

This method of waking up made the audience laugh like crazy.

Lin Yao could not help, but glance at Shi Jin. Was it her company or the program team that found an expert programmer to rewrite the code of these little robots, but on second thought, why would a programmer who could write such an impressive code help Shi Jin?

However, he really wanted to get to know this programmer.

The start of the day came amidst this chaos.

Shi Jin did not want to steal Lin Yao's limelight. In the following period of time, she did not do any programming or robotics. She followed the program obediently.

Lin Yao brought everyone around to see more of his high-tech stuff.

Shi Xuexin did not manage to obtain anything throughout the day.

Wen Wang did not look too good either. As a master of the violin world, he did not manage to help Shi Xuexin gain any popularity. He was rather down.

However, this time, it allowed Shen Xinghe to enter the eyes of the public. He was quite good-looking and had a lively expression. He was not afraid to joke around and had gained a lot of fans. As for Shi Jin's fans, they were already numb from her outstanding achievements.

The newly attracted fans had the mindset of digging for treasure. "So Shi Jin is the top scholar in the college entrance examination!"

"So she knows how to play the piano!"

"So her lyrics and melodies are so good!"

After filming for the entire day, Shi Jin got into the car and headed to the capital.

"The next episode will be at your house. Where do you want to go? I can communicate with the production team and arrange it in advance," Yao Jiahong asked.

Shi Jin thought about it. Orchid Pavilion was out of the question. It was even more impossible to go back to the Shi villa.

She had a few of her own houses to choose from.

At the critical moment, she received a message on WeChat.

Shi Jin opened it and saw that it was a message from Shen Xinghe. "Sis, your robot is with me."

"It's yours now."

"Ah!! Thank you, Sis!" Shen Xinghe sent an excited voice message.

Then, it was a message from Zhu Junrong. "I saw your show. You know, you can totally learn the violin from me."

"Elder Zhu, have you received the tea leaves I gave you?"

"I got it. They taste good. What do you say about the violin?"

After that, it was from Old Master Li.. "Shi Jin, where do you plan to stay during New Year's this time? Do you want to come to visit me?"

Chapter 468: Unabashed Tears

"Grandpa, can I come over to your place to record a variety program?"

"Sure!" Old Master Li agreed immediately. "But what should I prepare? Do I have to appear on screen? Do I need any special training?"

Shi Jin could tell that he was nervous. "Grandpa, you don't have to. You can do whatever you want when the time comes. You don't have to make any special preparations."

"When are you coming over? I'll pick you up?" Old Master Li could not wait any longer.

"Next week at the earliest."

Shi Jin looked at the time. The new year was indeed coming soon. It would be good to go back and accompany Grandpa.

She switched back to Shen Xinghe's message. "Sis, why isn't the robot using your voice anymore?"

"I gave it to you. Of course I changed it to your voice. However, you don't have many public videos, so its language structure might not be perfect."

For the first time, Shen Xinghe shed tears for his lack of popularity.

***

Orchid Pavilion.

Fu Xiuyuan was reading financial news on the sofa in the living room.

A clear and beautiful voice sounded. "I'm back."

He lifted his eyes and looked towards the door, but he did not see the person he longed for. Instead, he saw a small robot talking as it walked towards him.

The little robot held a rose in its hand and handed it to him. "Mr. Fu, this is for you. Do you like it?"

Fu Xiuyuan reached out to take it. The robot's movements were very mechanical, and its voice was mechanical. He still looked into its eyes seriously. "I like it very much."

"Do you like me or the flowers?"

"I like the flowers." Fu Xiuyuan pursed his thin lips slightly. "But I like you even more."

Shi Jin's laughter could be heard. Her aloof Mr. Fu was becoming more and more good at flirting.

Fu Xiuyuan asked in a low voice, "When are you coming home?"

The sound of footsteps came from behind him. When he turned around subconsciously, the girl had already pounced on him and entered his embrace.

The coldness she put up in front of everyone else was gone. Now, she was just a kitten in his arms.

Fu Xiuyuan smiled.

***

After Shi Jin returned, she arranged to meet Fu Heyan the next day.

In a high-class private clubhouse, Fu Heyan had arrived early.

She seemed to be in a good mood. Her face was full of smiles as she walked with big strides. She was wearing a beige coat and wide-legged pants of the same color. When she saw Shi Jin, she stood up and said with a smile, "You're here. Quick, take a seat."

Shi Jin took off her jacket and put it down. She took out the medicine that she had prepared and pushed it to her. "Sis, try this."

"Okay. Since it's from you, it must be useful."

"You have to be confident." Shi Jin smiled. "It's not my medicine, it's your own body."

Fu Heyan smiled, but there was a hint of loneliness in her smile. "Si Nian and I had originally planned to let the matter go, or we could adopt in the future. We don't have to give birth on our own, but every year, we have some hope. Even though it's very slim, we still want to try it ourselves."

"Don't be discouraged."

"I'm not discouraged. As long as there's a trace of hope, I will try my best." Fu Heyan took the medicine and smiled. "Don't worry, I will drink it when I get back. I will not give up."

The two of them bade each other farewell.

Fu Heyan returned to the car, thinking as she held the medicine in her hand.

She knew that Shi Jin was very capable and that she should believe her. However, she was afraid that she would be disappointed if she held too much hope.

The abilities that Shi Jin had displayed previously were all on external injuries. As for pregnancy... No matter what, she had to try seriously.

***

The new episode of the variety show had not begun recording, so Shi Jin went to the filming set of "Love of a Lifetime" first.

"Sis!" Shi Jin had just arrived when she heard a warm greeting.

She looked up and saw Shen Xinghe's familiar figure.

"Why are you here?"

"I have a role." He carried his luggage. "Do you know how many fans that little robot helped me gain last time? 80,000, a total of 80,000! Then there's a role with three lines in this film. The actor they found previously couldn't make it, so I came."

Shi Jin glanced at him. "Have you memorized your lines?"

"I'm already familiar with it and can recite it by heart! Actually, it's not my turn to film today, but I wanted to observe first since there's nothing much to do anyway."

Shi Jin had seen young people with dreams before. When there was no chance, they would work hard and wait. They would improve first and then obtain a suitable opportunity.

Shen Xinghe was that type of person. Sooner or later he would be able to soar into the sky.

"Then work hard so that when I write code in the future, that little robot can also have more material to learn from."

"I will definitely become famous!" Shen Xinghe raised his fist. "I will try my best to let the robot have a full vocabulary!"

With her back facing him, Shi Jin smiled.

Shi Xuexin's assistant shook her head. "It would be a miracle if he could become famous."

Shi Xuexin looked at her assistant unhappily.

The assistant immediately shut up. She knew that she had said the wrong thing. Initially, under Wen Wang's lead, Shi Xuexin had the highest chance of becoming popular during the live broadcast of 'Come to My Home'. Who would have thought that Shen Xinghe would emerge as the dark horse?

Shi Jin was also doing well. Only Shi Xuexin did not have any trending topics.

It was really hard to know who could be popular with the audience.

After Shi Jin finished filming, she received photos from Old Master Li.

There were several images in a row.

She clicked on it and smiled.

In her previous life, she had actually gone back when she was down and out, but at that time, her grandfather had already passed away from worry.

Now that she saw the clean little villa and how peaceful it was, she was overjoyed.

This was great.

"Grandpa, the town is getting prettier."

"It's been developing well these few years. More and more young people are coming back. When you come back, I'll bring you around to take a good look."

"Okay. The sweet potatoes that grandpa left for me last time were really delicious. I want to get more this time."

"Well, is one truck enough?"

Shi Jin laughed. "That would be enough to feed a pig."

"Haha, when are you coming back? I'll raise you myself."

Shi Jin looked up at Yao Jiahong. "Brother Yao, when are we going back for the filming?"

"I'm currently confirming the schedule. I'll let you know soon." Yao Jiahong should have confirmed it last night, but it was still being reassessed now because the schedule had changed at the last minute.

"Why?" Shi Jin asked.

"Shi Xuexin changed her schedule to the front."

Initially, 'Come to My Home' had intended for Shi Jin to appear in the second episode to attract as many fans and viewers as possible. However, Shi Xuexin's first episode didn't give her the popularity she wanted. She could not wait for the second episode and wanted to go to her own house. Hence, they changed the timing at the last minute.

The production team didn't dare to offend Boss Xiang, so they were trying to persuade Yao Jiahong..

Chapter 469: Fake

Moreover, they were also considering whether it would be better to place Shi Jin as the finale act.

Shi Jin glanced towards where Shi Xuexin was. "Is she sure?"

"I'll try my best to coordinate..."

"There's no need to coordinate. Let's leave it at that," Shi Jin said calmly, a mocking smile on her lips.

Actually, the sequence of events did not matter. It was just that Shi Xuexin's actions were akin to a fly buzzing around your ear: it didn't bite, but it was repulsive.

"Show me the location she chose."

"Here. In a villa on an island."

"It's Boss Xiang's house." Shi Jin knew at a glance.

Yao Jiahong found it strange. "Why didn't she choose the Shi family's villa? The Shi family's villa is quite nice too. Why go to Boss Xiang's place? After all, there will be many people talking about their relationship."

"The Shi family is riddled with problems, we can't film there." Shi Jin said calmly.

Yao Jiahong wasn't aware of the whole situation. He only knew that the Shi family, which was a newly-advanced wealthy family, had once been extremely glorified. He didn't expect them to have fallen that far.

Of course Shi Jin knew more about the situation.

The current situation of the Shi family was rather worrying.

Old Master Shi did not care about the way things were run in the past, and now that he recovered, he was still at the nursing home.

Shi Qing's business had fallen drastically compared to before... After all, in the last eight years, many of the businesses in the Shi family were actually supported by the Li family.

The Li family had always kept a low profile in the past. They did not say anything, but that did not mean that they did not exist.

Once the Li family's investment was withdrawn, the situation became very worrying.

Previously, Shi Xuexin had taken advantage of her status as Gu Jingyuan's younger sister and managed to get a few cooperations. However, the other party realized that they could not even see Gu Jingyuan after cooperating with the Shi family, so they had no intention of working with the Shi family anymore.

In addition, the Chu family had also cut all ties with Shi Xuexin. The Shi family was now strong on the outside, but weak on the inside. Otherwise, Shi Xuexin would not have resorted to becoming Boss Xiang's woman.

However, Shi Xuexin had brought this upon herself.

"Since she wants to film her place first, just let her." After saying that, Shi Jin went to film her scenes.

Yao Jiahong knew that Shi Jin always knew what she was doing and immediately confirmed the schedule with the production team.

Shi Xuexin's assistant was very happy when she received the news. She said to her, "It's confirmed. We'll go to Boss Xiang's mansion next week."

"Clean up in advance. Don't let anything leak." Shi Xuexin wanted her pride, so she could not show off her relationship with Boss Xiang.

"I know, I'll make the arrangements. Speaking of which, it seems that Shi Jin's background isn't that powerful after all. She still has to obediently give up her schedule because of Boss Xiang."

Shi Xuexin was secretly pleased with herself. She had adjusted her schedule this time because she wanted to shoot her own mansion earlier. She also wanted to test the capabilities of Fu Xiuyuan, who was backing Shi Jin.

Now that she got what she wanted so easily, she was relieved.

So Fu Xiuyuan was nothing much.

***

On the weekend, the group headed to Shi Xuexin's luxurious villa on the island.

The audience had long been waiting in front of the television and computer to see where Shi Xuexin lived.

The introductory video had already said that Shi Xuexin was the real daughter of a wealthy family. The place she lived in was grand and majestic.

Nowadays, people enjoyed watching rich people. Shi Xuexin had an impressive family background and was well-liked by the production team. Naturally, they wanted to shoot this episode from the best angle.

As soon as everyone got out of the car, they were shocked by the luxurious villa that looked like a castle.

Lin Yao, Wen Wang, and Xia Peifeng were all people who had seen a lot of wealth, but they could not help being stunned. This villa occupied the entire island. The huge Roman stone pillars stood tall, glorious and rich.

"Welcome, everyone. Please come in!" Shi Xuexin stood at the door.

The English butler was dressed in a tuxedo and had a row of servants with him. He stood at the door and said, "Welcome, honored guests. I am at your service."

Everyone was dumbfounded. "Oh my god, is this the life of a rich CEO waking up in a 3000 square meter bed?"

"Shi Xuexin is really capable!"

"Is she going to clear her name this time?"

After entering, Wen Wang asked, "I seem to have seen this marble tile somewhere before?"

"Master Wen, this was specially bought from the Versailles Palace in the sixteenth century," explained Shi Xuexin with a smile.

Wen Wang nodded. "It is indeed extraordinary."

The bullet screen said, "Oh my god? How much does it cost?"

"Is she going to go back to inherit the family business after failing to become famous?"

"Sigh, such a person is still working hard. What reason do I have to slack off?"

"I'm starting to believe that she won't plagiarize. She's so rich, why would she plagiarize?"

"What does plagiarism have to do with money?"

Lin Yao was also shocked. "That famous painting over there... Could it be Qing Ming's Ink Bamboo?"

"Yes, it's hers." Shi Xuexin's face was filled with arrogance.

Lin Yao could not help but nod. "Qing Ming has been famous for a long time. The works she created are all national treasures. The most famous one is already worth tens of millions of USD at the current auction price. Furthermore, she hasn't produced any new works in a long time. I really didn't expect you to have her 'Ink Bamboo' here."

"I love her paintings. That's why I kept one."

Shi Jin looked up. Wasn't "Ink Bamboo" her mother's work?

Qing Ming was Gu Qingqing's stage name.

She had seen it before, hanging it in her mother's study room. At that time, her mother had asked her if she liked it and sent it to her study room the next day.

Even now, Shi Jin still liked to look at it from time to time.

This was because the overall structure of "Black Bamboo" was very unique. The style was also unique. If one looked at it for a long time, it would give people a feeling of pureness and calmness. This was the feeling that a painter had when he had sufficient mental strength and brush strength.

Lin Yao kept nodding. His attitude towards Shi Xuexin had completely changed, and he liked her even more.

He smiled and greeted everyone. "Everyone, come and take a look at Teacher Qing Ming's real work."

At the side, Shi Jin said calmly, "It's fake."

Shi Xuexin glanced at her and saw that she had taken the initiative to come forward. She smiled and said, "I don't think so. Shi Jin, my Chinese Arts teacher, Liu Xueyuan, specially introduced and appraised this painting for me. He bought this painting from a collector. How could it be fake?"

"Liu Xueyuan?" Lin Yao was secretly tempted.

He was a fan of Chinese art, but he knew that his ability was limited, so he didn't publicize it.

Now that he heard the name Liu Xueyuan, he no longer had any doubts.

Liu Xueyuan was a famous Chinese artist. Although he could not compare to Qing Ming, he was still an existence that other artists could only look up to.

"That's right. It was appraised by Teacher Liu. With my shallow knowledge, I think Teacher Liu's judgment was right," Shi Xuexin said with a smile. "Teacher Lin seems to be an enthusiast too. You saw through it with one look just now.. You must also know that this is not a fake, right?"

Chapter 470: Selling Talent

"I don't think so." Lin Yao did not believe himself, but he had to believe Liu Xueyuan.

"Shi Jin, what do you think?" Shi Xuexin continued asking Shi Jin.

"It's not real," said Shi Jin, "because I know where the real painting is."

Of course, Shi Xuexin would not believe it. This was a residence that Boss Xiang had spent a huge sum of money to build. What a joke. Would Boss Xiang buy a fake? Or rather, would someone dare to sell a fake to Boss Xiang?

Shi Xuexin smiled magnanimously. "There's no need to fight. It's fine as long as it's a good painting."

The audience was totally floored.

"So is this painting real or fake?"

"So who exactly is Liu Xueyuan?"

"Summary: Liu Xueyuan, the most impressive Chinese artist in the country. He's good at drawing animals. His previous works were sold for tens of millions of yuan overseas. His works were collected by various museums such as British, American, and French. His taste should be trustworthy."

"So this painting is worth tens of millions of USD?"

"So should I envy Shi Xuexin or not?"

Shi Xuexin continued to show everyone the various items in the house.

Every item was shocking and awe-inspiring. Only Shi Jin was very calm.

At dinner, the six of them ate at a long table that could accommodate thirty people. A French chef brought his assistant with him, serving each dish and filling the entire table.

"This is a Michelin chef. I hope it suits everyone's taste."

Shen Xinghe finally found his voice. "Can I say that I regret eating too much for lunch?"

Everyone laughed.

Shi Xuexin secretly mocked Shen Xinghe for not being presentable. However, she smiled and asked him, "What do you like to eat? I'll tell them to make a few more dishes tomorrow. Don't be shy."

"This wave of flaunting is enough!"

"But what if I'm a little envious?"

"Daughter, eat more!"

"I wonder if Shi Jin regrets leaving the Shi family?"

When she went to sleep at night, Shi Xuexin took a look at Weibo and finally managed to snatch back her position. The topics that she attracted were already extremely high. Everyone was discussing matters related to her. Especially that painting, most people thought it was definitely real.

After all, with such a family background, who would collect fake paintings?

Even Shi Jin's fans could not convince themselves easily.

There were also some people who were feeling sorry for Shi Jin. In their imagination, after returning from the Shi family to the Li family, Shi Jin's standard of living had visibly decreased, causing countless people to click their tongues and sigh.

Shi Xuexin had finally achieved her goal.

The next day, she had to introduce the various items in the courtyard to everyone. There were priceless trees, sculptures, and so on.

When Shi Jin returned to her room, Old Master Shi sent her a WeChat message. "Shi Jin, I'm really sorry. Xuexin has caused you so much trouble."

"I'm fine."

"This child has always been a little vain since she was young. When she came back, I already told her mother to discipline her. I didn't expect things to turn out this way."

"Grandpa, take care of yourself."

"I'm just afraid she'll cause you too much trouble."

"That won't happen, Grandpa. You have to take note of the Shi family's financial situation."

"I know, Shi Jin. Take care of yourself."

Shi Jin's reminder was not unreasonable. The Shi family's financial situation was indeed not very good. Shi Qing had been holding on bitterly. However, with Shi Xuexin's ruckus, many companies and partners of the Shi family thought that the Shi family was especially rich. They took the opportunity to ask for the collaboration funds and refused to lower the price.

What Shi Xuexin brought to the Shi family at this time was not more partners, but more suspicion. The Shi family had spent so much money on their daughter, so why were acting poor in the company?

Shi Qing was already in a terrible fix. Especially since they knew better than anyone else what was going on with her villa.

Yu Xiuhua was at home now and didn't even dare to breathe too loudly. However, she couldn't persuade her daughter and was also enjoying the luxurious gifts that her daughter had sent over. She felt very conflicted.

When Shi Qing reached home, he ignored her and went straight to the study room.

He thought about it and called Shi Jin.

Without waiting for Shi Jin to pick up, he felt ashamed and hung up.

When Shi Jin saw this, she pondered for a moment before calling back.

Shi Qing still picked up.

"Uncle Shi."

"Shi Jin." Shi Qing was completely embarrassed and sounded a little uncomfortable.

"Can I help you?"

Shi Qing choked. "Shi Jin, we've let you down."

"There's no need to say such things." Shi Jin's tone was indifferent. Shi Qing had contacted her before to apologize for what Yu Xiuhua and Shi Xuexin had done. Now he was apologizing again. He must have seen the live broadcast today.

"I didn't educate Xuexin well."

Shi Jin shook her head and said nothing.

After Shi Qing hung up, Yu Xiuhua walked in with a cup of tea. "Hubby, have some first."

***

Shi Jin hung up the call. She had long lost interest in Shi Xuexin.

She did not want to care about how far the Shi family could go, but if this continued, what would happen to Old Master Shi?

There was no one else in the Shi family. Shi Qing was almost fifty years old.

Shi Jin had followed Old Master Shi for twelve years and had been his little princess for twelve years. Old Master Shi took care of everything.

She stared at her phone in deep thought.

Someone knocked on the door.

"Please come in." Shi Jin put her phone away.

Now that there were no cameras facing her and everyone was asleep, she had time to settle her personal matters.

Who was knocking on the door?

She lifted her eyes and looked at the door. Shen Xinghe walked in quietly.

"Why aren't you sleeping this late at night?"

"Sis, I need to ask you something."

Shi Jin threw her phone aside. "Go ahead."

Shen Xinghe took out his phone and zoomed in on a photo. He showed it to Shi Jin. "You said that Shi Qing is Shi Xuexin's father, right?"

In the past, Shi Xuexin did not sell her rich young miss image too much. Instead, she specifically sold her image of being a talent. She had only started creating the rich lady persona after she debuted again.

That was why Shi Qing had not been dug out in the past. Now, everyone followed her lead and found Shi Qing's photo.

In the photo, he was sitting in a meeting. He was indeed a mature entrepreneur.

"Yes." Shi Jin nodded. "Why are you paying attention to this?"

"I was just browsing around," Shen Xinghe said. "I know you're familiar with the Shi family, so I asked you."

"Why don't you ask Shi Xuexin herself?"

Shen Xinghe scratched his head and said nothing.

Shi Jin did not know what he was thinking and did not ask further.

Shen Xinghe smiled and said, "Then I'll leave. Good night."

After leaving, Shen Xinghe took out an old photo from his pocket and looked at it seriously for a while. It was a photo of Shi Qing when he was young.

This was what Shen Xinghe had gotten from his mother. He had kept it with him until he saw Shi Qing's photo on the news. The suspicion in his heart slowly rose..

Chapter 471: She Doesn't Believe She Still Isn't Famous

Shen Xinghe had been living alone with his mother and had no intention of finding his father. However, he could not help, but feel curious.

After he left, Shi Jin felt that his behavior was weird, but she didn't think too much about it.

The next morning.

Shen Xinghe's robot began making noise. "Shen Xinghe, wake up! It's time for breakfast!"

Then, it was another scene of Shen Xinghe chasing after the little robot.

Xia Peifeng stretched lazily. "Sigh, the feeling of waking up on a 3000 square meter bed is really different."

Shi Xuexin smiled and said, "Teacher Xia, you are welcome to come again next time."

"Your house is too big. I'm afraid I'll get lost," Xia Peifeng joked.

Shen Xinghe ran over with the little robot in his arms. "Can we have breakfast now? Is there anything nice to eat? Is it cooked by a Michelin chef?"

"I hired a professional Chinese breakfast chef to make breakfast," Shi Xuexin said with a gentle smile.

"Wow." Shen Xinghe's eyes lit up.

The bullet screen said, "Early in the morning, my poor and envious tears fell."

"Shi Xuexin is so beautiful."

"I want to see Shi Jin!"

"Shen Xinghe, put down the robot."

"Xia Peifeng looks so handsome when he's slovenly dressed!"

After breakfast, Shi Xuexin brought everyone to the backyard.

She introduced the green plants in the courtyard. "The snow pines over there are purchased from the farmers of Hua Mountain. It takes them ten years to cultivate a plant that can be sold. It will also take a few days to transport them over from that side. They also need specialized people to plant them and look after them for two years for them to survive."

"The grass on this side of the lawn is grown from the seeds collected from the Amazon River. It's very soft."

In short, Shi Xuexin's every word was filled with a single word: 'rich'.

Lin Yao and Wen Wang, who had seen much of the world, could not help feeling envious as they watched.

Shen Xinghe was already numb from the shock. Throughout the whole process, he could only make sounds like "Wow", "Oh" and "Ah".

Shi Jin was very calm, as if she didn't see anything. Her expression was calm, as if nothing had happened. She only occasionally used her eyes to respond to Shen Xinghe's surprised face.

Xia Peifeng looked at Shi Jin quietly. He did not know what she was thinking. They had not spoken during the two live broadcasts, even though he wanted to talk to her.

Bullet screen: "Rich!"

"Is Shi Jin numb from shock or does she not care?"

"Shen Xinghe is me, I can only utter single syllables throughout this whole thing."

"I'm withered. With my monthly income, I can't afford a blade of grass in Shi Xuexin's house."

This had undoubtedly given people a good impression of Shi Xuexin.

It was human nature to admire the rich and powerful.

Shi Xuexin had been observing Shi Jin's expression. The calmer she was, the more she wanted to show off. At that moment, she wished she could pile everything in front of everyone.

In the end, she got the butler to bring out five pots of plants. She smiled and said, "This is Ji Song, a specialty of Brazil. It's a gift from me to everyone."

Shen Xinghe immediately searched online. "Oh my god, I can't find anything online. This must be very precious, right?"

"It's just a small gift," said Shi Xuexin with a smile.

Her words made everyone even more sure that it was extremely precious.

Lin Yao and Wen Wang reached out and took it with great care.

Xia Peifeng also took it seriously and accepted it with both hands.

The comments also became lively. "Shi Xuexin is quite a nice person."

"I kind of want to be her fan."

"I want a Ji Song too!"

"Ah, what kind of rich family is this? I want to be born in one in my next life too."

"Me too!"

Shi Jin took it over and said to everyone, "Ji Song is indeed not bad, but please be careful not to put it indoors. It's best to put it outside where the sunlight is good."

Shen Xinghe immediately said, "Sis, you're afraid it won't grow in the shade, right?"

Shi Xuexin immediately smiled and said, "The lighting in my bedroom and living room is especially good, so it's fine to keep them indoors. I've been to Master Wen and Teacher Lin's place before, and the lighting environment is also very good. I believe that Teacher Xia, Shen Xinghe, and Shi Jin's living environment should be fine too, right?"

Xia Peifeng nodded.

Shen Xinghe grew up with his mother. He had just debuted not long ago, so his living condition couldn't compare to everyone else's. However, he was too embarrassed to mention it.

Shi Jin said calmly, "That's not the main reason. Ji Song may sound auspicious, but in fact, it will slowly release a very mild, but harmful toxic substance. After a long time, it will cause one to feel dizzy and mentally exhausted. With sufficient ultraviolet rays and a good ventilation environment, these substances will dissipate and it will not affect the air much. Therefore, this potted plant can be raised for viewing, but it's best not to be kept indoors, especially when there are elderly and children at home."

Upon hearing this, everyone felt that the pot in their hands had become much heavier.

Shen Xinghe remembered that his mother was not in good health, and the lighting at home was not good either. He hesitated, wondering if he should bring the item home.

Wen Wang was not young anymore and was already used to all sorts of nutritional methods. He only wanted to live a carefree life. A hesitant look appeared on his face.

Shi Xuexin's expression immediately turned ugly. She thought to herself, "Shi Jin was robbed of her limelight and deliberately said such words to scare people."

She smiled and said, "I've raised quite a lot of plants in my bedroom. It doesn't feel like what you said. Before I raised this plant, I've done a lot of research and consulted many botanists."

Shen Xinghe searched again. "I didn't find anything. Sis, could you have remembered wrongly?"

Lin Yao also felt that Shi Jin just wanted to be in the limelight. Previously, she had said that "Ink Bamboo" was fake. Now, he was saying that Ji Song would affect people's bodies. Could it be that all of Shi Xuexin's things were not good in her eyes?

"Shi Jin, where did you learn all this? Haha."

"I learned it from my master." Shi Jin smiled faintly. It was up to them to believe it or not.

However, Shen Xinghe and Xia Peifeng had already decided not to leave it indoors.

***

Shi Xuexin's assistant was in charge of buying trending searches.

This time, Shi Jin's mention of Ji Song happened to be a hot topic. The assistant quickly paid money to boost this and informed Shi Xuexin.

Shi Xuexin said, "Buy a higher spot."

For this episode, she did not believe that she would not become famous.

# Shi Jin Ji Song #

# Shi Jin's attitude towards Shi Xuexin's gift #

# Shi Jin hating the rich#

The trending topics quickly went up.

The trending search from last night # Shi Jin said "Ink Bamboo" was a counterfeit # was also boosted by this wave of traffic.

Her fans did not want to get involved in the drama. However, there were too many netizens and haters.

"Is Shi Jin envious of Shi Xuexin's family background?"

Chapter 472: Beg For A Beating

"It's probably not just envy. Weren't they switched at birth? Shi Jin once enjoyed this life too."

"So she's jealous?"

"Say, what's wrong with Shi Jin relying on her own hard work and talent? Isn't Shi Xuexin just rich?"

"Being rich is also a skill! What right does Shi Jin have to look down on Shi Xuexin's gifts?"

"Shi Jin is purposefully saying frightening things about the gift, how disgusting."

The two parties were embroiled in a heated argument. As such, Shi Xuexin was recognized by more people.

Shi Xuexin's fans couldn't convince Shi Jin's fans, so they took the screenshot of the photo of the Ji Song and directly tagged the official Weibo accounts of various authoritative figures such as Botany Magazine and Botany Master to make inquiries. They refused to believe that Shi Xuexin had made a mistake!

Shi Xuexin had even dared to put the plant in the bedroom, so how could Shi Jin say such things?

Everyone was waiting for Shi Jin to be slapped in the face.

Shi Xuexin's assistant was even more confident. "Ji Song was bought by Boss Xiang. How would Boss Xiang not know if there was anything wrong with it? Shi Jin is really stupid."

Half an hour later, Botany Magazine, Botany Master, and so on started replying, "Shi Jin is right. Ji Song grows in tropical forests in Brazil. It's sunny and humid, and it does release mild toxic substances. Therefore, in the primitive forests in Brazil, there are usually animals or people who accidentally enter areas with large amounts of Ji Song and are harmed physically. If it's serious, it can cause them to become unconscious, and if it's less serious, they will feel dizzy. We don't usually recommend Ji Song as an ornamental plant."

Shi Xuexin's fans were instantly dumbfounded.

This was what it meant to beg for a beating!

The comment section was full of mocking comments.

Shi Xuexin's assistant was dumbfounded as well. She hurriedly deleted the Weibo posts that she forwarded and liked.

Wen Wang, Lin Yao, and the rest were also informed by their assistants to stay away from the Ji Song. However, the side effects mentioned by the experts were caused by large Ji Song forests, so it was not a big problem for everyone to raise a small tree. However, which one of these people was not wealthy and important? No one could afford to take the risk.

The fans on the Internet also started to curse like crazy. "Is Shi Xuexin crazy? In order to show that she has money, she stirred up a bunch of nonsense. She even used them as gifts."

"So what if she's rich? She can't cure her brain! If anything happens to Brother, I'll never forgive her."

"Ha, so this is the life of the rich. Uncultured."

"I've said it before, worshiping wealth is the worst thing. Especially this type of wealth, it wasn't even earned through her own hard work. Now she's slapped in the face, right?"

"Thank you, Shi Jin."

"Thank you, daughter."

"Do you finally understand why Shi Jin looked at it like that?"

"Shi Jin wasn't jealous. She didn't care about these things at all."

"Daughter is the best."

Because of this episode, the production team did not dare to let the guests stay in Shi Xuexin's villa for too long.

The complaints were blowing up the entire program team. Fans were all questioning why they didn't protect the guest's safety.

Everyone began to question Shi Xuexin. What other risks did the other plants have?

Unable to bear the complaints, the program team could only end the live broadcast early, but what should they do since they didn't film enough content?

Take out the scenes of the private interaction between Shen Xinghe and Shi Jin.

It was then that everyone saw that Shi Jin had privately modified many of the little robots' programs for Shen Xinghe. Because Shen Xinghe's mother was not in good health, Shi Jin had even added a camera mode to the robot and gave it to Shen Xinghe.

This way, when Shen Xinghe gave the robot to his mother, his mother would be able to call the robot to contact Shen Xinghe for a video call.

Coupled with Shen Xinghe's optimistic and funny personality, their interaction was extremely interesting.

This segment immediately replaced the live broadcast that followed. Shi Xuexin was being scolded like a dog. The popularity that she had accumulated yesterday was rapidly collapsing today.

The marketing accounts could not help, but refer to her as "the artiste who had the fastest crumbling persona in history".

She did not have the popularity that she wanted, but she had a lot of criticism that she did not want.

The production team was also implicated and were scolded so badly that they turned off the Weibo comments.

In order to make up for it, Shi Xuexin arranged for someone to give 'Ink Bamboo' to Lin Yao. She also gave a famous statue to Wen Wang to appease them.

She also gave Xia Peifeng a generous gift, but Xia Peifeng rejected it.

As for Shen Xinghe and Shi Jin, Shi Xuexin scoffed. Were they worthy?

***

The two live broadcasts made Shen Xinghe famous. Hence, when the third episode reached his house, everyone's expectations for him increased.

Shen Xinghe and his mother lived in a house in an old neighborhood. It was only a few dozen square meters. When everyone entered, it looked very cramped.

When Shi Xuexin saw this kind of house, she recalled that when she was with Old Master Li, most of the houses in that small town were like this. She instantly felt uncomfortable.

Shen Xinghe and his mother immediately went to buy food for everyone.

Shi Jin rolled up her sleeves and naturally went to Shen Xinghe's side to help. Mother Shen had heard of Shi Jin's name many times, so she went to help her.

Shi Xuexin wanted to interject, but she did not know how to do so. She could not help either, so she could only watch from the side. Naturally, she had fewer scenes.

In the end, in this episode, Shen Xinghe won over everyone with his superb culinary skills.

He had managed to produce a complete feast by himself. It was even more satisfying than the previous time when he was at Shi Xuexin's house with a bunch of professional chefs.

Most importantly, the food made by the chefs that Shi Xuexin hired were all good looking, but not delicious. However, Shen Xinghe's cooking was something that everyone could see and imagine in their daily lives. This made everyone, who grew up eating those foods, satisfied and surprised. It also made the fans watching the livestream tear with envy.

Although his family was an ordinary family and his mother was not in the picture, everyone was moved by this warm atmosphere.

Shi Jin had also unintentionally seen the photo of Shi Qing when he was young that Mother Shen had kept.

She was deep in thought. No wonder Shen Xinghe came to her that day to confirm if that was Shi Qing. Was there something else going on?

In this episode, Shen Xinghe's performance had surpassed Shi Xuexin's. Or rather, Shi Xuexin was gradually reduced to the marginalization, so even Lin Yao and Wen Wang could not help her.

After the filming of this episode ended, Shen Xinghe gave everyone a present. It was Mother Shen's own sweet potato and snowflake pastry. They were wrapped neatly and beautifully.

Shi Jin took it and put it in her bag. "Thank you."

The others took it as well.

Mother Shen looked at Shi Xuexin as if she wanted to say something, but in the end, she said nothing.

After Shi Xuexin left, she hid from the camera and threw everything into the rubbish bin..

Chapter 473: How Are You Planning To Compensate?

After this shoot, it would be the new year, so they would stop filming for an episode in between.

Shi Jin's attention was focused on prescribing medicine for Fu Heyan and filming the movie.

Shen Xinghe was now famous. The director saw that Shen Xinghe had a good image and wanted to add a big scene for him. As a result, he spent more time on set.

When Shi Xuexin passed by and saw him, she rolled her eyes slightly.

Shen Xinghe could tell that Shi Xuexin was looking down on him. He had never intended to have anything to do with Shi Xuexin. They were merely maintaining a superficial relationship.

Shi Xuexin hid in the washroom and called Yu Xiuhua. "Mom, I will give you the things as soon as possible."

"Alright, you must keep it a secret," Yu Xiuhua said.

"I know. It also concerns my future."

Shi Xuexin walked into the dressing room and found the clothes that Shen Xinghe had changed out of. She found a strand of hair on it.

This should be his hair.

Everything in the Shi family should be hers. Everyone else had nothing to do with it. Shi Jin couldn't take it, neither could Shen Xinghe!

***

After filming today's scenes, everyone had a few days off.

Shi Jin prepared to pack up and leave.

As she sent Old Master Li a message, she walked out. "Grandpa, I can't come back before the new year. When I come back after the new year, I'll accompany you for a few more days."

"Alright. Anyway, I'm coming to the capital for two days during the new year. I'll bring you the sweet potatoes."

Shi Jin could not help laughing. "Save your energy. Be careful not to get arthritis."

***

When it was the new year, Old Madam Fu suggested that the two families spend the year together.

She had also seen a lot of controversies online. Nowadays, children wanted to spend New Year's with their families. However, the couple was usually busy and did not spend much time with each other. How could they separate them at such a crucial time? Hence, this suggestion was quickly accepted by everyone.

"I want to go home too." Fu Heyan immediately raised her hand. "I'll bring my mother-in-law along."

"Okay, okay." Old Madam Fu agreed.

Madam Qin had a good temper and was on good terms with Fu Heyan. She didn't get mad because Fu Heyan wasn't pregnant, so of course Old Madam Fu liked her.

Moreover, Madam Qin didn't like Second Madam Qin's family and Old Madam Qin, so she was satisfied with celebrating with her daughter in law's family.

Hence, on that day, Shi Jin celebrated a grand and lively new year. Almost all of her family members were by her side.

At that moment, she felt a little dazed. Was this a dream?

When she came back to her senses, her gaze swept across everyone's faces one by one before she gradually returned to her senses. She had never felt so peaceful and at ease before.

She tilted her head to look at Fu Xiuyuan's cold and handsome side profile. Once the smile on her lips surfaced, it never fell again.

That night, even when Shi Jin returned to Orchid Pavilion, the smile and excitement on her face had not faded.

Having lived for two lifetimes, this was the happiest year of her life.

When she entered Orchid Pavilion, she saw that there were only two lights left in the usually brightly lit villa, barely enough to illuminate the way she and Fu Xiuyuan entered the house.

It was only then that she remembered that she had given Butler Chen and the rest a break.

Shi Jin reached out and turned on all the lights. The living room lit up.

She sat down on the sofa and placed all the red packets she had received on it. Her hands were sore from holding such a large stack. Fu Xiuyuan even helped her hold a bunch of them.

She was the youngest among the family members today, so everyone gave her red packets.

"I'll come downstairs in a minute." Fu Xiuyuan stood up and kissed her forehead.

Shi Jin nodded and watched him go to the kitchen.

Curious, she immediately followed him.

Through the crack of the door, she saw that Fu Xiuyuan was making a cake. The sweet smell of cream entered her nose. She couldn't help pushing the door open.

Fu Xiuyuan rolled up his sleeves, revealing his muscular forearms. His movements weren't very practiced, but compared to that time during her birthday, he was already much better.

"Mr. Fu..."

When Fu Xiuyuan heard her come in, the rose made of frosting was messed up.

He turned back helplessly. He suddenly thought of something and pressed the cream on the tip of Shi Jin's nose.

Her skin was fair and delicate to begin with. With such a white rose embellished on her, her skin looked even whiter than cream.

"You made me mess up." Fu Xiuyuan smiled at her. "How do you plan to compensate me?"

"How do you want me to compensate you?" Shi Jin looked up at him.

"Think about it yourself." Fu Xiuyuan turned back to make the cake.

He rarely did such things, but because this was the first time he was celebrating such an important day with Shi Jin, he was willing to try anything.

Shi Jin secretly dipped her finger into the cake and reached over to his mouth. "Is this compensation enough?"

Fu Xiuyuan was unmoved.

Shi Jin touched a little of it to his lips and ducked into his arms. "Mr. Fu, how about this?"

Fu Xiuyuan looked at her red lips, his desire rising. He grabbed her and pressed her against the countertop, kissing her, only letting go of her when Shi Jin was panting slightly.

Shi Jin leaned her head on his shoulder. "Today, I feel like I'm dreaming."

Fu Xiuyuan said in a low voice, "Me too."

"If this is a dream, I want it to go on forever."

"I hope so."

Shi Jin jumped off the counter. "Mr. Fu, let's continue making the cake together."

The cream had been ruined by her. However, it did not prevent them from continuing.

Fu Xiuyuan held her hand and piped roses on the cake.

In the city, the countdown for the new year sounded. "...Three, two, one..."

Shi Jin turned around. "Mr. Fu, Happy New Year."

"Mrs. Fu, Happy New Year."

***

After the new year, the filming of "Love of a Lifetime" was quickly resumed.

Shen Xinghe's important scene was about to begin. The reason this was important was because he had to film with Shi Jin.

As soon as he arrived, he brought along the snowflake pastries made by his mother to share with everyone.

Shi Jin opened the box and ate two. She also turned around and sent him a red packet on WeChat.

"This..." Shen Xinghe was embarrassed.

"You've already called me "Sis", how can I not give you a red packet?" Shi Jin said, "Open it and accept it."

Shen Xinghe opened the red packet and accepted it. However, seeing the amount he received, he was still a little speechless.

He turned around and sent a red packet to Shi Jin too.

Shi Jin smiled. "Why are you giving it back?"

"I'm not giving it back. This is just a small token of my appreciation.. I can't possibly take your money and not give anything back, right?"

Chapter 474: Framing Shen Xinghe

Shi Jin did not say anything and accepted it.

Seeing that Shen Xinghe did not look well, Shi Jin asked, "What's wrong? Why is your face so pale?"

"Nothing, I'm just a little tired."

"Are there any problems with today's scenes?"

"No." Shen Xinghe shook his head. "I have to be worthy of Sis's big red packet!"

***

Shi Xuexin's mind was elsewhere. She went to the bathroom to ask her mother about the results.

Yu Xiuhua sent a message after a while. "He is."

Shi Xuexin's heart turned cold. She no longer had any status in the Shi family.

This year, Old Master Shi did not return home, and Shi Qing spent most of his time at the nursing home. Clearly, he was extremely disappointed in her.

She raised her hand and touched her cheek. There, her grandfather and father had both slapped her, making her dizzy.

It seemed that if she did not break up with Boss Xiang, her grandfather and father would not care about her anymore.

Shi Xuexin faced the mirror and said in a pitiful voice, "They all told me not to do such a despicable thing, but what can I do? Is it something I can choose? Shi Jin caused me to be in such a state, causing me to be unable to establish myself in the entertainment industry. I was also rejected by the Chu family. What can I choose? Do I have a choice?"

She was not willing to return to the Shi family and live an ordinary life! She had come back to the Shi family to live a glamorous life and enjoy the life of a rich and beautiful lady!

Since the Shi family could not give it to her, she could only look for it herself!

Shi Xuexin washed her face and tidied her clothes before walking out. She went to her assistant and whispered a few words to her.

The assistant looked hesitant.

Shi Xuexin said, "It's up to you. Anyway, there's no actual harm done. Take this money."

The assistant hesitated for a moment before saying, "Alright, but Xuexin, you have to be on my side if it comes to it."

"Of course."

***

Shi Jin's part was about to start. She stood up and said to Shen Xinghe, "Go and get ready. Try not to mess up."

"Okay." Shen Xinghe immediately walked towards the dressing room.

Currently, he did not have any assistants. His manager also led other artistes, so he did everything himself.

The costumes and makeup had to be arranged by the people in the production team.

He planned to put on his clothes before discussing the makeup.

With no one to help him, he had already memorized how to put the clothes on the last time he tried them on.

The filming on Shi Jin's side started very quickly.

She always passed through her scenes quickly, and a few minutes later, she finished one.

Yao Jiahong came over to pass her some water. Just as Shi Jin took it, she heard a woman's shrill cry. "Ah, help... Shen Xinghe, what are you doing..."

Upon hearing Shen Xinghe's name, Shi Jin immediately walked over.

When the others saw the sudden situation, they also headed over.

The voice came from the dressing room. Shi Jin walked over. Shi Xuexin's assistant rushed to the door with disheveled hair and disheveled clothes. Shen Xinghe followed her out with a dumbfounded expression.

However, it was clear that he did not look innocent. There were a few long bloodstains on his face and neck. His costume was also messed up.

Everyone rushed over to take a look. They more or less understood what was going on.

The assistant wailed, "Shen Xinghe, you're shameless! How could you!"

"What exactly happened?" asked the stage supervisor.

"Shen Xinghe, he... he laid his hands on me and sexually assaulted me! He had ill intentions towards Xuexin, but Xuexin had warned him not to do anything. I didn't expect him to do that to me!"

Someone immediately called the police after such a huge incident happened.

Shi Xuexin also jumped in, "Don't be afraid. I will definitely seek justice for what Shen Xinghe has done to you!"

Boss Xiang was alerted and immediately sent someone over to take Shen Xinghe away.

If it was just the assistant who was harmed, Boss Xiang could ignore it. However, it was said that Shen Xinghe had the same thoughts toward Shi Xuexin. When Boss Xiang heard about it, he immediately sent someone over.

Hearing this, everyone could not help, but mourn for Shen Xinghe.

Boss Xiang was getting on in years now and really did not like to use force. However, with Shen Xinghe's actions, he would probably be beaten half to death by Boss Xiang. He didn't have any background and only appeared recently. The company wouldn't stand up for him.

"I didn't, I really didn't do it!" Shen Xinghe defended himself. "I walked in to change, she followed me in, and then she came in to grab me. I have no idea what happened."

He spoke loudly, but it was obvious that no one believed him.

He was new and had no background. Everyone was more inclined to believe in the people they knew. What's more, the assistant was crying heavily. Large drops of tears rolled down her cheeks. She looked very pitiful and many people sympathized with her.

Boss Xiang's men arrived very quickly and arrived shortly after.

Shi Xuexin pointed at Shen Xinghe and said, "It's him."

Two brawny men came.

Everyone knew that if Shen Xinghe fell into the hands of these two, the odds were against him.

Although using violence to curb violence was not a good idea, everyone was happy to see the scumbag receive the punishment he deserved.

Shen Xinghe was clearly terrified. He had not done anything, and he had not earned any money. If something really happened to him, what would his mother do?

However, no one believed him. Their gazes were filled with mockery and sarcasm.

As he watched the two burly men walk towards him, Shen Xinghe closed his eyes in despair.

"Wait." Shi Jin's elegant figure blocked their movements.

The two burly men usually only listened to Boss Xiang, but they both stopped when they heard Shi Jin's words. They felt that it was strange too. Why did they listen to this young lady?

Shen Xinghe barely managed to pull himself together. When he saw Shi Jin speaking up for him, he shook his head. "Sis, forget it. I'll think of a way myself."

He could tell that these two people did not come with good intentions. Shi Jin was just an artiste, how could she compete with such people? He did not want her to be burdened by him.

"Shen Xinghe, come over to my side." Shi Jin did not waste any more time talking to him.

Shen Xinghe was stunned. He could see the dominance in her eyes. Unknowingly, he had walked behind Shi Jin.

The two burly men were about to move when Shi Jin's words stopped them. "The country has its laws and a family has its rules. If Shen Xinghe really did something, the police will investigate him and the law will punish him.. Why are you taking him away in private?"

Chapter 475: Since You Didn't Do It, There Won't Be Any Problem

"It's Boss Xiang..."

"I don't care who your boss is." Shi Jin cut him off. "Only the police can take Shen Xinghe away."

She turned to Yao Jiahong and said, "Brother Yao, please help me find a lawyer and accompany Shen Xinghe to the police station."

The two brawny men were stunned. They did not expect that someone would not take Boss Xiang seriously.

Who exactly was this woman?

However, the people around them nodded in agreement. "Shi Jin is right. No matter what Shen Xinghe did, the police and the law will take care of it. Nothing else matters. We can't just take him away like that."

Shi Xuexin snorted. "Then, did my assistant suffer for nothing? Who does Shen Xinghe think he is? He dares to do it, but doesn't dare to admit it?"

The assistant also started to cry. "Shen Xinghe was rude to Xuexin before, and now he is treating me like this. If we don't teach him a lesson, there might be other victims in the future! You guys are covering up for him like this, aren't you afraid that he will cause trouble in the future?"

Shi Jin laughed. Hearing her laughter, the assistant stopped crying.

"Why are you laughing?" asked Shi Xuexin.

"So you think handing him to the police is called covering up. Then what exactly is called not covering up? Do you dare to say these words in front of your fans, do you dare to say it in front of the public?"

Shi Xuexin's face turned slightly pale. Of course she did not dare. This matter was already risky, so she didn't dare to blow it up.

The production team didn't want the matter to blow up and affect the publicity of the movie. The stage supervisor said directly, "I've already communicated with the person-in-charge. Everyone, please calm down and wait for the police to come."

The two burly men from Boss Xiang's side wanted to snatch Shen Xinghe away, but Shi Jin had already asked Fu Xiuyuan to arrange for his bodyguards to come over and protect Shen Xinghe.

Although Shen Xinghe was not taken away directly, he was visibly depressed and terrified. If he was alone, it would be fine, but when he thought of his mother...

Moreover, how was he going to prove his innocence in such a matter? When it came to sexual assault cases, it was very difficult to explain.

"Alright, don't be like this." Shi Jin patted him. "Since you didn't do it, there naturally won't be any problems."

"I..." Shen Xinghe felt like crying. Shi Jin trusted him so much.

"I'll keep it from your mother for now."

Shen Xinghe secretly wiped his tears. "Then, do you believe that I didn't do it?"

"You don't have the guts to do it. You have your reservations too."

Shen Xinghe looked at Shi Jin, touched.

"Alright, don't think too much. Think carefully about the evidence that will benefit you."

Shi Jin did not tell him that she also saw the photo of Shi Qing when he was young. There was a deep connection between them. It made her realize that things could not be that simple.

She looked in Shi Xuexin's direction with a cold gaze.

Shi Xuexin also received her gaze and avoided it guiltily. She turned around and called Boss Xiang. She would not stop until Shen Xinghe was dead.

Boss Xiang promised her that he would stand up for her and not let Shen Xinghe off so easily. Only then did Shi Xuexin feel relieved.

Shi Jin reminded Yao Jiahong in a low voice to ensure Shen Xinghe's safety.

After the police arrived, Yao Jiahong brought along a professional team of lawyers and followed Shen Xinghe.

Shi Xuexin clenched her fists. How could Shi Jin be so nosy!

Suddenly, she thought of a possibility. Did Shi Jin know something? She panicked a little. Impossible! It didn't make sense!

After Shi Jin walked Shen Xinghe to the police car, she ruffled Shen Xinghe's hair and said, "Go ahead, we'll wait for your return."

After Shen Xinghe left, several strands of hair were left between her fingers.

Shi Jin found a doctor she was familiar with on WeChat and sent him a WeChat message. She contacted the doctor to do a DNA test.

When Shi Jin returned to the set, everyone was still discussing this matter.

Shi Xuexin consoled her assistant. When she saw Shi Jin walk over, she could not help feeling indignant. "Shi Jin, you're really something. For your own selfish desires, you covered up for sexual assault and ignored the interests of our female comrades."

Her words ignited the hatred of the other women in the crew. They looked at Shi Jin with doubt and dissatisfaction. Everyone felt regret for hating on Shi Xuexin.

"Before the results of the investigation are out, there's nothing to cover up."

"You are only biased towards Shen Xinghe because you are close to him!" Shi Xuexin snapped.

"I'm sorry, but before being a woman, we are humans. What I want to do is to ensure the rights of good people."

After saying that, Shi Jin turned around and left to continue filming.

Shi Xuexin's assistant had also been brought to assist in the investigation. Worried that something might happen, she followed along.

A little later, Shi Jin received a call from the lawyer.

"Alright, I'll be right there." When Shi Jin received the call, her scenes were almost over.

When she walked out, a few female staff members were discussing something softly. Shi Jin looked up at them without saying anything. However, they were a little flustered by Shi Jin's gaze. Thinking of Shi Jin's identity, it was not something they could afford to offend, so they hurriedly dispersed.

When Shi Jin arrived at the police station, the lawyer explained the situation to her in a low voice.

"Shen Xinghe really said that?"

"Yes. We need to get the evidence now," the lawyer said.

"Go. I'll stay here."

Not long after the lawyer left, there was a commotion.

So Boss Xiang had come personally. His face was stern and he looked very imposing. There was anger in his cold eyes. And his rough build made him look even more intimidating.

Clearly, Boss Xiang was furious that someone had tried to take his woman.

This did not mean that he loved Shi Xuexin, but his face was not to be trampled on by anyone.

"Where's Shen Xinghe?" Boss Xiang asked in a low voice.

"He's still inside," someone immediately answered.

"Bring him out immediately."

Shi Xuexin supported her assistant, whose eyes were still red and swollen, as she followed behind.

Shi Jin walked forward slowly. When Boss Xiang saw her, he frowned.

"Boss Xiang, don't tell me you don't know what kind of place this is? Do you think it's appropriate to bring someone away from here?"

Boss Xiang looked at her coldly. "He asked for it."

"The results of the investigation are not out yet. Is Boss Xiang so sure?"

Boss Xiang could not be bothered with right or wrong. He only cared about his pride. "Shi Jin, do you want to challenge me publicly?"

"I wouldn't dare to. However, I suggest to Boss Xiang to take a look at the results of the investigation so that you won't become a laughing stock.."

Chapter 476: Nonsense

Shi Xuexin said pitifully, "Shi Jin, you are protecting Shen Xinghe on purpose just because you have a good relationship with him. You have to think about it. If Shen Xinghe had been more daring this time, I would have been the one who got hurt. Shi Jin, I hope this has nothing to do with you."

Her words even implicated Shi Jin.

Shi Jin was so angry that she laughed. She said, "Alright, if you want to go in, be my guest. However, I hope you won't regret it!"

When Boss Xiang heard her words, he indeed hesitated for a second. However, it was only for a split second. He immediately said, "Bring Shen Xinghe here!"

It looked like he was going to beat Shen Xinghe up himself.

Even if Shen Xinghe did not die, he would lose half his life. And after being beaten up by Boss Xiang, he could forget about staying in the capital anymore.

Shen Xinghe was quickly brought over. It was obvious how arrogant Boss Xiang was.

Shen Xinghe's face was full of innocence. When he saw Boss Xiang, he instinctively retreated in fear. "I didn't..."

Boss Xiang's steps were heavy as he walked towards Shen Xinghe. Every step was like a wild beast hunting its prey. It was frightening.

"Wait!" The lawyer rushed over.

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows indifferently and looked in that direction. She did not continue to stall for time because she had predicted that the lawyer would arrive soon.

Boss Xiang stopped in his tracks.

The lawyer ran to his destination and took out the document he had retrieved. He handed it to Shi Jin. "Miss Shi, we have the evidence. This is evidence that Shen Xinghe would never harm the assistant."

"Let Boss Xiang take a look." Shi Jin didn't take it.

Although the lawyer did not know Boss Xiang, he followed Shi Jin's line of sight and could easily tell who was Boss Xiang. He immediately passed the information to Boss Xiang.

Boss Xiang did not take it. "Read it."

The lawyer quickly summarized, "It's like this, Shen Xinghe performed a circumcision surgery at the First Hospital a week ago. This is the surgery report we obtained. Also, he hasn't removed the stitches yet. He was planning to go over for the stitches removal surgery after filming this scene. He has an appointment with the doctor. Also, after he came over just now, there were already doctors from the police station who checked on his body. There were no signs of his stitches rupturing or his wounds rupturing. That means, up until now, he hasn't made any movies in that aspect. It's even more ridiculous to think that he's trying to harm women."

All the reports in the lawyer's hands were covered with red stamps.

This was what he told Shi Jin before, because he had just received a test report from the police.

When Shen Xinghe heard the lawyer's read the report and saw that Shi Jin knew about his situation, his face flushed red with embarrassment.

Boss Xiang's face darkened. As a man, he knew better than women what this meant.

If Shen Xinghe really had ulterior motives towards any woman, then he really did not want to live the rest of his life happily. The stitches would have busted long ago.

It turned out that he wasn't lying. So that means the assistant must have lied.

The assistant came back to her senses and looked at the boss. She was frightened and helpless. "No, I didn't malign him... I really didn't..."

However, in front of the hard evidence, her words were useless now.

Shi Xuexin raised her hand and gave her a slap. "How could you do that? To think that I even stopped filming and came to seek justice for you!"

The assistant was stunned. Clearly, she did not expect Shi Xuexin to be the first to fall out with her. She met Shi Xuexin's eyes and a flash of dissatisfaction flashed across her eyes. However, she seemed to have thought of something and did not fall out with Shi Xuexin. Instead, she cried and said, "I... I didn't do it on purpose. I saw Shen Xinghe over there, and I thought he was up to something. That's why I went up to fight him..."

Everyone looked at her speechlessly.

Shen Xinghe couldn't help saying, "So this is all your imagination. I was just saying that I didn't do anything, so why did you come over and beat me up? You really have harmed a lot of people!"

"Mr. Shen, you can hold her responsible for defamation," the lawyer suggested.

Boss Xiang could not be bothered with this farce and left with a livid face.

Shi Xuexin hurriedly chased after him. "Boss Xiang!"

***

Shi Jin and Shen Xinghe walked out of the police station. As for the assistant, the lawyer would handle it.

"Sis, thank you so much. If not for your lawyer's presence, I would have been in deep trouble today. If I had been beaten up..."

At this point, Shen Xinghe was stumped again. It was not a wise move to say all of this in front of Shi Jin. However, he was right. If Boss Xiang or his men beat him up and the stitches got busted, he would be unable to clear his name.

Fortunately, everything Shi Jin did stopped the tragedy in time.

"Go back to the set and explain everything."

Shen Xinghe nodded immediately.

When they arrived at the set and saw Shen Xinghe, everyone was surprised.

Initially, the stage supervisor wanted to find someone to replace him...

Shen Xinghe cupped his hands at everyone and said, "The police have already investigated clearly. This has nothing to do with me. It was that assistant who framed me. Now, she has been charged with defamation, and I have been declared innocent."

Everyone was shocked, especially the female staff who had been whispering about Shen Xinghe earlier. Their faces were filled with shame.

"I was mistaken, Xinghe, I didn't expect things to turn out like this. How could my assistant frame someone like this?" Shi Xuexin saw that the matter could not be erased, so she had no choice but to respond.

"You think a mere 'I was mistaken' will be enough?" Shi Jin looked at her coldly.

Shi Xuexin looked embarrassed. "I really didn't know..."

"If you didn't know, why were you so proactive in defending your assistant and casually accusing others?" Shi Jin said calmly, "Now, shouldn't you formally apologize?"

Shi Xuexin clenched her fists and looked reluctant. She had already lost a personal assistant, and now she had to apologize to Shen Xinghe in public! She really couldn't get over it.

"What? Is it difficult?"

Everyone looked at Shi Xuexin.

Shi Xuexin had no choice, but to walk to Shen Xinghe and say, "I'm sorry, Shen Xinghe. I shouldn't have slandered you so casually. I didn't investigate thoroughly before saying that you did such a thing."

She was, after all, one of the two female leads of this movie, yet she had to apologize to Shen Xinghe in such a humble manner. One could imagine how furious she was.

It was all Shi Jin's fault!

Chapter 477: Why Is She Targeting Me?

Shen Xinghe stole a glance at Shi Jin and nodded. "I understand. I hope you will think it through before you do anything in the future."

Shi Xuexin bit her lips and tried her best to suppress her anger.

Everyone knew they were wrong and apologized to Shen Xinghe, but Shen Xinghe was not particularly concerned.

When work ended at night, he could not help feeling happy. "Finally, it's over. Speaking of which, it's quite unfortunate that Shi Xuexin found such a troubling assistant."

"Do you really think that the assistant did it?" Shi Jin asked.

Shen Xinghe had always been a straightforward person, so he was stunned for a moment. "It is indeed a little strange. If Shi Xuexin was really sure that I was the one who did it, she would have already spread the news and destroyed my reputation on Weibo. However, she did not do that. Instead, she resolved it in private... But why? If she really did it, why did she target me?"

Shi Jin saw that he was a straightforward and innocent child and sighed. "You'll know later."

He probably thought that he had never shown Shi Qing's photo to anyone else, so it didn't matter. However, how could people like Shi Xuexin and her mother ignore his presence?

***

At the hospital:

Fu Xiuyuan accompanied Shi Jin over to get Shen Xinghe's test report.

She had already gotten hold of Shen Xinghe's hair and found a way to meet Shi Qing. Getting Shi Qing's hair was very simple.

Fu Xiuyuan asked softly, "When did you find out?"

"When I saw the photo he kept." Shi Jin smiled. "Do you think I'm quite vicious? Once I noticed anything amiss, I went to find out the result immediately. If Shen Xinghe's identity is confirmed, Yu Xiuhua and Shi Xuexin's position in the Shi family will be in danger. I'm going to break up this family indirectly."

"What you're doing is not called evil."

Shi Jin smiled. "What is it called then?"

"It's called justice on behalf of the heavens."

Shi Jin could not help lowering her head as she recalled her childhood. "Grandpa Shi has always been good to me. He genuinely treats me as his granddaughter. I had originally wanted to leave Shen Xinghe's identity and I would not probe further. However, if the huge Shi family is really going to be destroyed by Shi Xuexin, then he will really have nothing to rely on."

"You didn't do anything wrong. Shi Xuexin made a move on Shen Xinghe first, which shows her evil intentions. You only did what you should have done."

Shi Jin felt comforted.

The two of them took the DNA test report from the doctor.

Shi Jin already had a definite answer in her heart, but she was still a little nervous when she opened it.

Fu Xiuyuan took it. "Why don't you look at it later?"

"It's okay. Let's look at it now."

He handed the report back to her.

Shi Jin took it and flipped to the page. When she saw the results, she pursed her lips and closed the report again.

Fu Xiuyuan didn't ask anything and just stayed by her side.

***

Back at Orchid Pavilion.

Shi Jin mixed the medicine and passed it to Butler Chen. "Butler Chen, this is for Sister. Please send it over."

Butler Chen immediately responded and rushed to the Fu Family with the medicine.

Fu Xiuyuan walked to her side. "What did you prescribe for her?"

"Medicine to nourish the body. It's good for women," Shi Jin answered casually.

"Isn't Sister in good health?"

"Women's bodies are always more or less problematic." Shi Jin reached out and placed her hand on his neck. "However, it will be fine soon."

Fu Xiuyuan enjoyed seeing her like this. She was confident, gentle, and could handle anything with ease.

From her eyes, one could see her love and light for the world.

***

The next day, Shi Jin made an appointment with Shen Shuangnan.

In a private room in a high-end cafe.

When Shen Shuangnan arrived, Shi Jin stood up.

As the weather turned warmer, she wore a light blue long sweater. The oversized style made her look lazy, and her slender arms were exposed from the sweater, making her look even more delicate.

Shen Shuangnan sized her up with his deep gaze and smiled. "It's rare that you would ask me out."

"Because I have to give you this personally." Shi Jin smiled as she took out a pot of the primordial Desert Savior from her bag and pushed it in front of Shen Shuangnan.

"You want to return this to me?" Shen Shuangnan frowned and chuckled. "I never take back things that I give away easily."

"We agreed that I would help keep it safe for a month. It's time now," Shi Jin said. "A gentleman does not take what others like. I'm the same. Besides, Boss Shen, this is not the same pot anymore."

"Is that so?" Shen Shuangnan's curiosity was piqued.

He was quite familiar with the pot, but he couldn't tell what was different about it.

However, it could be seen that they were all of the same good quality. There were no blemishes, and they were also the best among the variety of succulents.

Shi Jin smiled and said, "Thank you, Boss Shen, for giving me this last time. It was a great help. When you gave it to me, I realized that the pot of primordial Desert Savior had already split into a small bud. I cut off the small bud and cultivated it into a new one. Therefore, this pot is still the same one, but it's also not the same as before."

"You kept the new one?" Shen Shuangnan asked.

"Yes." In fact, Shi Jin had already incorporated it into the medicine for Fu Heyan. However, there was no need for Shen Shuangnan to know about this.

"Since that's the case..." Shen Shuangnan raised an eyebrow and reached out to take the primordial Desert Savior. "I'll keep this pot. "

Seeing that he had taken it back, Shi Jin was very satisfied. She did not want to owe him a favor for no reason. Returning it to its owner was the best way to deal with it.

"I have already accepted President Shen's kind intentions. I am an artist funded by the Shen Group. Naturally, I will share both honor and disgrace with the Shen Group."

Seeing that Shi Jin had intentionally placed the work relationship at the very front, Shen Shuangnan could not help but laugh. "Shi Jin, I think we go beyond a work relationship."

"The work relationship makes me feel more at ease. Benefits make a long-term relationship, doesn't it, President Shen?" Shi Jin raised her eyebrows slightly and looked at Shen Shuangnan calmly.

Facing her clear eyes, Shen Shuangnan didn't say anything.

When Shi Jin left, he watched her retreating back.

When Shi Jin went downstairs, Fu Xiuyuan walked towards her. They had come together.

Fu Xiuyuan had nothing against Shen Shuangnan, but when Shi Jin saw his clothes, she could not help but smile.

She was wearing a loose blue sweater today, and for the first time, Fu Xiuyuan didn't wear a suit and chose a blue sweater jacket instead. However, even though it was a very casual style, it still had a special charm to it when worn on his model body, making him look even more handsome and extraordinary.

When Shen Shuangnan looked downstairs, he saw Shi Jin leaving, her hands around a man's arm..

Chapter 478: Showing Off

He frowned slightly. That man's back view was a little familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen him before.

How strange.

***

The fourth episode of "Come to My Home" was at Wen Wang's house.

His house was in the capital, so it was very convenient for Shi Jin.

Before she left, Shi Jin went to the Qin residence to see Fu Heyan.

When Shi Jin arrived, Fu Heyan was practicing yoga.

Although she was over thirty years old, Fu Heyan maintained her flexibility well and every movement she made was perfect.

Shi Jin did not let the butler alarm her. Instead, she stood at the side and watched quietly.

Fu Heyan's porcelain face was soon covered in sweat.

She caught a glimpse of Shi Jin in the mirror and immediately stopped. She picked up a towel to wipe her face as she walked over. "How long have you been here? Why didn't you tell me?"

"I just arrived and saw that you were in the middle of your workout. I didn't want to disturb you."

"I'm just practicing." Fu Heyan smiled and said, "I'll go take a shower first and come over immediately. Wait for me in the living room."

Shi Jin waited for her in the living room on the second floor.

A few moments later, Fu Heyan returned in a loose set of home clothes.

"Let me feel your pulse," Shi Jin said.

Fu Heyan obediently stretched out her hand. "After taking the medicine you gave me, my body has been feeling relaxed for the past two months. My period is also on time."

"You have to keep taking the medicine."

"Sure." Fu Heyan didn't object at all.

Putting aside the pregnancy issue, she could feel that she had been sleeping better recently. A regular period also made her body much healthier as well.

Shi Jin left her the medicine and after bidding Fu Heyan goodbye, she walked out and saw Fan Xiaozhi standing at the door.

Evidently, Fan Xiaozhi was blocked at the door and Fu Heyan did not let her in.

Shi Jin could guess what Fan Xiaozhi was here for. Her stomach was already bulging. It was obvious that she was here to show off her child. However, ever since the last time Fan Xiaozhi wanted someone to get close to Qin Sinian, Fu Heyan had an excuse to not see her. Every time she came, she would not see her.

Seeing Shi Jin come out, Fan Xiaozhi smiled awkwardly.

"Shi Jin, you're here?" Fan Xiaozhi greeted.

Shi Jin nodded casually and ignored her.

"Is sister-in-law alright?" Fan Xiaozhi asked.

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows and looked at her. "Won't you know when you go in?"

If Fan Xiaozhi could enter, she would not be standing there all this time.

The smile on her face became even more awkward.

Shi Jin ignored her and continued walking out.

"Wait, Shi Jin." Fan Xiaozhi stopped her. "Actually, I came here to tell sister-in-law a piece of good news. I checked the gender of the baby."

Shi Jin raised her head and glanced at her. "A girl, I know."

The last time she saw Fan Xiao Zhi, she had already known. Thus, Fan Xiaozhi was destined to be disappointed again.

Fan Xiaozhi was indeed angry: "Impossible! I've already checked, it's a boy."

"It's illegal to check the gender in our country." Shi Jin only wanted to remind her.

"Does the Qin family need to care about that? I can fly overseas anytime I want," Fan Xiaozhi said. "Besides, who told you it was a girl? The report clearly said it was a boy!"

Shi Jin immediately understood why she wanted to come see Fu Heyan.

So she wanted to talk about this. No wonder she was so tireless.

Now that the Qin family did not have a boy and Fu Heyan was still not pregnant, Fan Xiaozhi could do whatever she wanted because she birthed the first son. However, Shi Jin was very sure that she was pregnant with a girl. She did not know why she was possessed and insisted it was a boy.

"Okay, whatever you say." Shi Jin didn't want to argue with her. It wasn't her stomach, and it wasn't her child.

"Of course it's whatever I say." Fan Xiaozhi raised her wrist and shook the jade bracelet and diamond ring on her hand. "Grandma bought these for me."

She couldn't show off in front of Fu Heyan, but she had to show off in front of Shi Jin. Moreover, she believed that as long as she showed off in front of Shi Jin, Fu Heyan would definitely hear about it soon.

Shi Jin glanced at the security guard at the side. "What's the point of you guys standing there? Aren't you going to deal with it if someone is making a ruckus?"

The security officer looked at Shi Jin awkwardly. "I'm sorry, Miss Shi. The Old Madam said that the Second Young Mistress should be prioritized now."

"A family of..." Shi Jin did not say those two words out loud. She did not want to include Qin Sinian and Fu Heyan.

She got into the car. It was rare for her to be so angered by someone.

Forget it. She pinched the space between her eyebrows and tried to forget this matter.

***

"Come to My Home" fourth episode. Recording location: Wen Wang's home.

People were very curious about a violinist like Wen Wang's home.

This episode was very popular because Wen Wang had already been invited to the concert "Respecting Classics" Global Violin Tour.

This was a world-class concert.

Wen Wang had worked for more than ten years to get this opportunity to perform live. Therefore, Weibo had already started to spread the news.

Tickets for this concert had always been hard to come by, and it was deeply revered by music lovers. Usually, people couldn't even buy tickets, but Wen Wang was able to attend it personally. One could imagine how impressive he was.

Because of this, the entire production team was given the opportunity to attend the concert. Therefore, the program team of "Come to My Home" planned to extend the recording this time, maintaining it for a day and two nights so that they could record the entire scene of his concert.

At the same time, Shi Jin received Zhu Junrong's WeChat message.

"Are you really not going to be my special guest?"

"Elder Zhu, I haven't even learned from you yet."

"I've seen the condition of the song you were practicing. You don't have to learn from me. It's more than enough to go on stage."

Shi Jin smiled. "I have already made arrangements. Elder Zhu, you can go on stage in peace."

She had received tickets from the program team and could enter the venue as an audience. She would not waste Elder Zhu's ticket.

Shi Xuexin had already gone up to Wen Wang.

She placed the violin that she had asked Boss Xiang for in front of Wen Wang.

"Master Wen, please open it."

Wen Wang opened it and found a seventeenth-century violin inside. He reached out and plucked it. The sound was bright and beautiful.

He was so excited that his hands were trembling. He picked up the violin, studied it carefully, and stroked it repeatedly.

"This is... This is Tanata! The Tanata that Gegrini used before!" Wen Wang finally said the name of the violin..

Chapter 479: You Want To Go On Stage?

"That's right, Master Wen. This is a seventeenth-century violin. It's very expensive. It took me a lot of effort to get it. Now, I want to give it to you."

"Are you really going to give it to me?" Wen Wang was very excited.

This was the dream of everyone who liked the violin. This was a value that money could not measure.

Shi Xuexin shook her head and said, "Unfortunately, I really want a chance to step on stage."

She wanted this opportunity desperately.

Ever since she was slapped in the face by Shi Jin at the Warsaw Music Awards, her reputation had been ruined. Even after she showed off her image as a rich and beautiful young lady, it didn't change much.

Although she had the support of Boss Xiang and was not short of money, it was not easy to get a good reputation.

The concert "Respecting Classics" Global Violin Tour was the best resource she could get her hands on.

Wen Wang understood what she meant. "You want to go on stage?"

"Master Wen, there is no one that doesn't want to be on that stage."

"But it's very difficult to get on this stage. Even I have applied for it for many years and have been working hard all this while. Only now did I barely get this opportunity."

"Master Wen, I know you have two performances. Every performer can bring a partner. You can bring me along in the second half, right?" said Shi Xuexin. "You have always said that I'm very talented and that you think highly of me. I just lack a chance."

Indeed, Wen Wang truly felt that Shi Xuexin was talented. Otherwise, he would not have become friends with Shi Xuexin after meeting her through Chu Ling.

Furthermore, there was Boss Xiang behind Shi Xuexin... as well as this Tanata!

"Okay, I promise."

Wen Wang agreed.

# "Respecting Classics" Global Violin Tour #

# Shi Xuexin is about to participate in "Respecting Classics" Country S Show #

# The youngest violin player Shi Xuexin #

"Is Shi Xuexin really participating?"

"Rich and beautiful ladies are indeed well-rounded. I heard that she knows a lot of things."

"This time, Master Wen will participate as well."

"I'm actually looking forward to it!"

"Yeah, there aren't many talented people in the entertainment industry. If she really plays well, I will change my opinion of her."

All of a sudden, Shi Xuexin seemed to have regained her former glory of entering the entertainment industry. She was even more popular than before.

This episode of "Come to My Place" had become popular before they even started filming. The entire show had also become trending because of this.

On the afternoon of the recording, everyone arrived at Wen Wang's house.

"Master Wen, I'm really looking forward to your concert," Lin Yao said excitedly.

"You're too kind." Wen Wang smiled and said, "Thank you for your support when the time comes. Xuexin will be going too. Everyone, please support Xuexin."

"Congratulations." Lin Yao smiled.

Xia Peifeng also congratulated her.

Shen Xinghe also showed his professionalism. "Congratulations, congratulations."

Shi Jin said calmly, "Congratulations."

Wen Wang said to everyone, "Everyone, welcome to my house."

He led everyone into his residence.

His residence was a courtyard house in the Imperial Capital. Once he entered, everyone could not help, but look envious.

Especially Shen Xinghe, he did not hide his joy. "Oh my god, it's really a courtyard house! A big courtyard, a big house!"

He was used to living in an old two-bedroom apartment, so he really envied this kind of house.

The bullet screen said, "I am Shen Xinghe himself, so envious that I'm crying."

"This kind of house is probably worth more than ten million yuan in the Imperial Capital. And it's the kind of number that starts with a few billion."

"Tsk, they're all hidden rich people."

"Master Wen has been famous for many years and is a local of the Imperial Capital. It's not surprising that he has such a house."

He opened a room and showed his violins. Hundreds of violins were displayed.

"Isn't this very expensive?" Lin Yao asked.

Xia Peifeng could not help feeling envious. As someone who loved music, he knew better than anyone how precious these violins were.

It could be seen that Wen Wang had spent a lot of money and effort maintaining these violins.

Shen Xinghe was about to touch it when Shi Jin hit his hand. "Don't touch it."

"Oh, oh." He approached Shi Jin, "Is it very expensive?"

"Some of them are quite expensive and some of them are average. However, you shouldn't touch any of them," Shi Jin lowered her voice and said.

"I know, I just couldn't help it..." Shen Xinghe obediently stopped touching the violins.

In reality, Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng were touching the violins and Wen Wang did not say anything. However, Shen Xinghe knew that Shi Jin was doing this for his own good.

When he heard Shi Jin say that his violins were average, Wen Wang immediately said, "Which one do you think is average?"

In fact, in Shi Jin's eyes, all of these were only average. After all, she had seen Zhu Junrong's violins before.

Later, when they found out that she knew how to play the violin, her parents, brothers, and Fu Xiuyuan all sent her excellent violins.

Every one of them could be said to be better than the ones in here.

Shi Jin did not want to be in the limelight, so she casually pointed to one. "I'm an amateur. If I'm mistaken, please don't take offense, Master Wen."

The bullet screen said, "The one Shi Jin pointed out is really quite ordinary."

"Has Shi Jin practiced it before? She's quite professional. Even I have that one. It's quite common."

"If you don't know, don't show off. Can't you see that Master Wen's expression has changed?"

"I don't want to say this, but why is Shi Jin always so annoying?"

"Is there something wrong with the person above? Shi Jin is only talking to Shen Xinghe and her voice is very, very low. She didn't say it to Wen Wang."

Wen Wang said calmly, "Then you must know violins very well?"

"So-so," said Shi Jin calmly.

Shi Xuexin smiled and said, "Master Wen, Shi Jin even performed the violin previously. She should be quite good, right?"

At that time, Shi Xuexin was also shocked by Shi Jin and was depressed for a while. Later on, she realized that Shi Jin had never performed the violin again. Shi Xuexin guessed that Shi Jin only knew a little of it, so she felt much more relaxed. Therefore, when she mocked Shi Jin now, she was also merciless.

Wen Wang said, "Really? Shi Jin also knows how to play the violin?"

"A little," said Shi Jin.

When Shi Xuexin heard her say that, she knew that she had guessed correctly. Shi Jin did not know much.

Seeing that she only knew a little, Wen Wang did not say much. He then introduced his precious violins to the camera.

Then, he smiled and suggested, "Do you guys want to try playing along with me?"

"Of course," Lin Yao said with great support.

Shi Xuexin was eager as well.

Xia Peifeng loved music, so he naturally had to try it..

Chapter 480: I'll Embarrass Myself

Shi Jin did not care. She had the same impression of Wen Wang and Shi Xuexin. She did not interfere with their activities and only guarded against Shi Xuexin attacking Shen Xinghe.

Shen Xinghe did not know much about this, but he found it interesting. "Then how do we do it?"

"Master Wen, why don't you give everyone a prize?" suggested Shi Xuexin.

Wen Wang smiled and said, "How about this? Let's play the same song. Those who play it well can use my favorite violin to continue performing. Those who play relatively well can use my good violins."

"Then, the one who plays the worst can only use your 'average' violin," Shi Xuexin said jokingly.

"Okay, okay," Lin Yao responded.

Xia Peifeng really wanted to see Wen Wang's favorite violin. He said, "Then I'll have to embarrass myself too."

Shen Xinghe, who had never learned the violin before, asked, "Can I participate too?"

"Everyone can participate. How about we start with you?" Wen Wang said.

Shen Xinghe did not mind. He immediately picked up the violin that Wen Wang handed to him.

Wen Wang performed the song twice and taught him some basic skills before letting him try it out himself.

"Gezhigezhigezhigezhi..."

The sound of nails on chalkboard resonated.

Shi Xuexin burst out laughing. Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng could not hold back either.

Shen Xinghe's face was slightly red, but he mocked himself, "How well did I scratch the chalkboard?"

"Pretty well," said Shi Jin.

"Oh my god, I'm laughing so hard!"

"So playing the violin badly really sounds like nails on chalkboard."

"Hahahaha, 'pretty well'. Shi Jin is killing me."

"Shen Xinghe really took over all my laughing points today."

Next was Lin Yao.

He was not any better than Shen Xinghe. The sound he made was: "Kacakacakacakaca..."

"Oh my god, I didn't expect there to be another sound, hahahaha."

"Is this nails on chalkboard too?"

"Pfft... I'll never say that my cousin's violin playing sounds like nails on chalkboard again..."

Lin Yao scratched his head: "Ah, I didn't think it would be so difficult."

Shi Xuexin said, "Why don't I try?"

Lin Yao handed her the violin.

Shi Xuexin had deliberately played before Xia Peifeng did.

She knew that Xia Peifeng was a talented musician and was definitely good at this. So if Xia Peifeng performed it before she did, the effect would be greatly reduced.

However, if she went first, Xia Peifeng would have to perform many times better than her in order to crush her in terms of reputation.

She immediately threw herself into the competition and began her performance.

Everyone listened attentively.

"Shi Xuexin is talented."

"Giving Ji Song as gifts last time must have been an accident."

"We still can't completely deny a person's skill because of that."

"I can tell she's hardworking."

Because of Shi Xuexin's hard work, her reputation began to turn around and she received many positive comments.

After she finished her performance, she humbly said to Wen Wang, "Master Wen, if there's anything wrong, please guide me."

Wen Wang nodded sincerely: "Not bad, this performance is very good. You have improved a lot compared to before, you are even more familiar with plucking the strings."

"I've been practicing at home recently." Shi Xuexin became even more humble.

She smiled and handed the violin to Xia Peifeng. "Teacher Xia, you can do it. I'm looking forward to your performance."

Xia Peifeng took it over and posed in a very professional manner. Coupled with his handsome face, this posture was not bad.

Everyone in the audience was looking forward to it. After all, he was the young prince of songwriting and the undefeated legend of the music industry. His capability was obvious to all.

Xia Peifeng glanced at Shi Jin and started playing. The first note was off, then he continued playing wrong notes.

Shen Xinghe's eyes widened. This technique was worse than his?

Lin Yao couldn't help laughing.

Xia Peifeng shrugged. "Previously, the violinist in my studio told me to stay away from the violin. I didn't believe it, but..."

"Hahahaha, why is it so funny?"

"I remember that Xia Peifeng is very good at playing guitar and piano."

"Hahahaha, this is really too much!"

"I never thought that he would have such a day."

"In the beginning he looked so cool, hahahaha. In the end, just like that?"

Lin Yao was surprised too. He did not expect Xia Peifeng to not know how to play. In comparison, Lin Yao's performance just now wasn't too bad.

Shi Xuexin, on the other hand, felt that she had been a little rash by snatching it from Xia Peifeng. It was better to wait for Xia Peifeng to perform first before she went up. The effect would have been better.

Xia Peifeng looked at Shi Jin. "Do you want to try?"

Shi Jin didn't want to use Wen Wang's things, so she shook her head. "Forget it. I'm not very good at it either."

Wen Wang noticed that she kept saying that she 'wasn't very good' at it. If she was bad, just say she was bad. What's the point of saying she wasn't very good?

"So, is Shi Jin really going to give up on this opportunity?"

"Ah, if you're not good at it, it means you're not bad either. Try it."

"I think Shi Jin really doesn't know how to play. Let's forget about it."

Seeing that Shi Jin was not participating, Wen Wang did not force her. He said, "Alright then. Xuexin performed the best. The other three were around the same level. Shi Jin did not perform. The three of you can come and see my collectible violins."

The bullet screen said, "It's too difficult for Master Wen, these people are so bad."

"Hahaha, I didn't think that only Shi Xuexin alone could do it."

"Look, his violin collection is really amazing!"

"Heavens, it's true! Those three violins are my lifelong dream!"

Wen Wang took out three violins and handed them to Lin Yao, Xia Peifeng and Shen Xinghe.

"These three violins are all master-level. I usually can't bear to use them myself. You can take them and feel them."

The three of them each took a violin and touched the body of the violin, carefully feeling the smoothness and delicateness of the violin and the soul-stirring beauty it brought.

Even a layman like Shen Xinghe could not help, but exclaim. He said to Shi Jin, "Sis, do you want to try?"

"No, I'm good," Shi Jin shook her head and said.

Xia Peifeng glanced at Shi Jin and saw that she didn't even want to try Shen Xinghe's. So he gave up on the idea of giving his to Shi Jin.

Lin Yao could not help asking, "If what you show us is so good, wouldn't what Master Wen shows Shi Xuexin be even better?"

"Yes, the one I'm showing Xuexin is a violin the famous violinist Gegrini used. It's called Tanata," Wen Wang introduced it simply, but proudly..

Chapter 481: Framed

Lin Yao was the most knowledgeable person among them and had heard a little about everything. When he heard this name, he said in surprise, "This is a seventeenth-century violin. If it can still be used, it's a priceless treasure."

"It can still be used." Wen Wang's face lit up as he took out his violin.

Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng were shocked. They could not help going forward and observing. "It's real!"

Lin Yao said, "I saw it at an auction last time. I didn't expect to see it here today."

"It's also my honor." Xia Peifeng's voice sounded a little solemn.

Shen Xinghe didn't really understand, but after hearing seventeenth century, and Gegrini, he knew that these names were extraordinary. He went forward to take a look.

Shi Jin took a glance and looked away.

Wen Wang smiled and said, "According to our rules today, only Xuexin can try it out."

Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng revealed a trace of disappointment. They could see it up close, but they could not touch it. Clearly, they were still a little disappointed. However, the rules had already been set. They did not say much and only looked at Shi Xuexin enviously.

Shen Xinghe, on the other hand, did not have that many emotions. He knew that this violin was valuable and he was afraid that he would ruin it. It was best if he did not touch it.

Shi Xuexin picked it up carefully, held it in her hand, and solemnly tested a few notes.

Even though she was playing the same tune as before, because she was playing with Tanata, everyone naturally felt that there was a unique charm to it, and the feeling was completely different from before.

"Oh my god, I really saw Tanata!"

"A name that lives in our teachers' mouths actually appeared. I want to get my teacher to take a look!"

"A once in a lifetime experience!"

"No wonder the production team invited Wen Wang. It's really an eye-opener for me."

"I still have to see Wen Wang appear on stage tonight. My expectations for this program were not in vain."

"Wow! I envy Shi Xuexin for being able to touch such a good violin with her own hands."

Shi Xuexin only tried a small part before returning the violin to Wen Wang.

"Master Wen, will you bring this violin to the stage tomorrow?" asked Shi Xuexin.

"Of course!" Wen Wang smiled and said, "When the time comes, I welcome everyone to come and support me!"

He put away the violin and put it in the cabinet.

His collection cabinet was custom made, but it was not locked. It could be seen that he often came to personally clean and tidy up the violins.

It was soon time for dinner. Today, Wen Wang held dinner in the courtyard. Everyone could watch the sky while having dinner.

Shen Xinghe sighed. "If only I could eat in a house like this forever."

Lin Yao couldn't help saying, "Master Wen, after living in a courtyard house like yours, I suddenly feel that my house isn't that good anymore."

Wen Wang could not help laughing.

Xia Peifeng nodded in agreement. "It's a blessing to be able to live in such a house. If I could sit here and compose, my happiness would double, right?"

He looked at Shi Jin, who looked calm and not as agitated as them.

"I'm really envious!"

"It's great to have such a house in the capital."

"It's quiet amidst the chaos."

"I am Shen Xinghe himself! I am filled with envy."

"Shi Jin is quite calm. She doesn't seem to be envious of such a house."

"Everyone has different preferences. For example, I like living in apartment buildings and I don't like this kind of environment."

After dinner, they rested for a while before returning to their own rooms.

There was still filming tomorrow and they had to prepare for the concert tomorrow night, so everyone went to bed early.

The next day, everyone followed Wen Wang and visited his violin room, practice room, etc. They followed his footsteps and once again witnessed the various instruments, music scores and so on in his house.

In the afternoon, everyone started preparing for the concert.

Since it was Shen Xinghe's first time going to a classical concert, he grabbed Shi Jin and asked about the process. "Should I wear a suit or something? How do I do my hair?"

The audience burst into laughter. "This is me."

"There's no need to prepare too seriously. Just ask the waiter for the menu and order your favorite song. Doge meme.jpg"

"That's right. Remember to wear a handsome suit and comb your hair like an adult."

Finally, Shen Xinghe took out the suit he had prepared and dressed up.

He was already quite good-looking. Previously, he was always dressed in sportswear, and the management company did not properly tidy him up. This time, after cleaning himself up, he looked quite decent.

The audience was stunned by him for a while. In an instant, the entire bullet screen was shouting, "Ahhhhhhh!"

On Wen Wang's side, there were relatively fewer people watching. However, there were still a lot of violin enthusiasts who especially liked watching him, so the number of people watching wasn't that small.

He finished putting on his suit and tie and reached for the Tanata he'd prepared earlier.

He held it in his hand and reached out to touch it gently. He cherished it very much and also yearned for tonight's concert.

He was not young anymore, but this was the first time he was on such a good world stage. He could finally fulfill his long-cherished wish.

Many people on the bullet screen were excited as well. Their love for music made the audience feel the same way as Wen Wang. However, the next second, Wen Wang's expression changed drastically.

Everyone followed his finger and saw that one of the strings on the violin had broken.

It was fine yesterday, but it was broken now?

Everyone remembered that Shi Xuexin had tried the violin yesterday and there was no problem at all.

So, the violin had been fine before, but now, there was a problem?

Wen Wang's expression was very ugly. He lowered his head to check and said, "It was cut by a sharp weapon."

The director did not stop recording. Everyone heard what he said.

Considering that the impact was not good, the director cut off the image and did not continue to play Wen Wang's video.

However, there was already an uproar in the comments. "So what's the situation now?"

"Master Wen's violin was destroyed on purpose?"

"Who would do such a thing?"

"It can't be someone from the program team, right?"

"Shi Jin is still the smartest. She didn't even touch the violin yesterday."

"Why did the production team cut the screen? Can't we continue? We want to watch!"

"Yes, yes!"

The production team immediately comforted Wen Wang.

However, Wen Wang's entire mentality collapsed.. "What's going on? Can any of you tell me what's going on? Why is my violin like this? Huh? Can anyone tell me?"

Chapter 482: Who Is It?

"Master Wen, when everyone was resting last night, our cameras were removed. We didn't continue filming, so we don't know what exactly happened, but I can guarantee that no one in our production team would do such a thing!" the director promised repeatedly.

Wen Wang said angrily, "Then what should I do now? I have to go on stage tonight!"

"Could you get a different violin?"

"A different violin? You make it sound so easy!" Wen Wang was so angry that he kicked the chair over. How much glory would it be for him to get this opportunity to go on stage? How much glory would it be to bring Tanata to the stage?

A different violin?

The filming of the show was still going on and the director was also going crazy.

The concert was about to begin.

Now that the outside world knew about this matter, there was fervent discussion.

Within a short period of time, there were several trending searches.

The audience also turned into detectives and came to investigate the case. Many people rewatched the live broadcast carefully, not missing a single shot, just to find some clues.

The program's viewership soared. However, the director did not want such popularity.

Wen Wang was relentless. Since everyone was going to the concert venue, the director wanted to solve the problem on the way.

Everyone got into the nanny van for the concert. The live broadcast was temporarily cut off at this moment and replaced with the unused footage recorded by the cameraman.

In the car, the atmosphere was tense.

Shen Xinghe tugged at Shi Jin's sleeve. "Sis, what happened?"

"I don't know." Shi Jin shook her head. She realized that they had stopped the livestream.

The director was also in the car, but the cameramen were not.

Something unexpected must have happened.

"It's like this, everyone. I don't know who broke Master Wen's violin strings, but I'd like to interrogate everyone. Of course, I'll also interrogate all the staff members," the director said cautiously. "I'll just delay everyone for a while."

Lin Yao asked, "Which violin?"

"Tanata." There was no smile on Wen Wang's face. It was extremely dark.

Everyone gasped.

Shi Xuexin felt both regretful and sad. "How could that be?"

The director continued to investigate, but Wen Wang asked first, "I only have one question. Where were you all last night?"

Everyone could understand why he was so anxious. They did not blame him for being rude.

Lin Yao was the first to speak. "I was sleeping in my room, and I didn't come out at all. As you know, I'm the furthest away from the room where the violin is kept, so I can't go there. If I want to go there, I have to pass by all of your rooms."

That was true.

Xia Peifeng said, "I had insomnia last night and had been compiling my songs. Halfway through, I even video-chatted with my manager for about two to three hours to discuss my new song. After that, I've been testing my voice. I've recorded all the demos. I've recorded everything on my Weibo account."

Shi Xuexin also said, "I was sleeping. Also I really like Tanata. I wouldn't do anything to it. Master Wen can testify."

"Xuexin wouldn't do such a thing," Wen Wang said immediately.

Shen Xinghe stuttered, "I-I-I didn't go out last night. There was a cameraman who slept in the same room as me. He can testify that I was there the whole time."

The director asked curiously, "Someone was sleeping with you?"

"He said that the people in the same room were snoring too loudly and wanted to sleep somewhere else. He asked if I was okay and I agreed."

Among this group of people, Shen Xinghe had the least arrogance and was also the most ordinary. Therefore, many staff members did not treat him as a celebrity.

Hearing his words, everyone believed it.

He continued, "Besides, I'm not familiar with the violin. I don't know anything about strings. Why would I do that? And touching that won't do me any good. I wouldn't have done it."

Everyone felt that Shen Xinghe was honest and would not do such a thing. Moreover, Shen Xinghe had a good personality. Everything was written on his face, how could he do this?

Shi Xuexin could not help, but secretly pinch her palms. Damn it, she did not expect a cameraman to have stayed with Shen Xinghe. This way, Shen Xinghe's suspicion was mostly cleared.

She had never planned this.

Shi Jin was the only one left. She raised her eyes and looked at Shi Xuexin lazily before saying slowly, "I was asleep. I don't know anything."

Wen Wang looked at Shi Jin suspiciously. "Shi Jin, is it you?"

Shen Xinghe immediately said, "It can't be Shi Jin. What good would it do her?"

"She doesn't know how to play the violin, but she looks down on it. She treated it coldly before. Who knows if she ruined my violin out of jealousy?" Wen Wang spoke without thinking. His words didn't match his status.

He also knew that he should not jump to conclusions. However, no matter what, he could not calm down after encountering such a situation. He was already on the verge of exploding.

The director quickly tried to smooth things over.

Wen Wang snorted and said, "Shi Jin is the biggest suspect now. Why don't you let her make it clear? Speaking of which, Shi Jin had a lot of objections from the start of the recording. I want to know if it's because I'm biased towards Shi Xuexin that triggered Shi Jin's dark thoughts?"

"Master Wen, you must have a basis for your words. Otherwise, you can't bear the responsibility!" Shi Jin looked up and stopped him coldly.

At that moment, Wen Wang was indeed frightened by Shi Jin's gaze. This was the first time he saw ruthlessness and determination in this young lady's eyes.

Fear arose in his heart, but a moment later, his anger suppressed his fear. Why should he be afraid of a little girl?

He said angrily, "Shi Jin, everyone else can clearly explain what they were doing. You are the only one who can't say anything. You are the only one who has such thoughts. I don't think I am wronging you!"

"Master Wen, I don't think Shi Jin would do such a thing. She just has something against me. She wouldn't have anything against you." Shi Xuexin immediately came to mediate.

Initially, she wanted to frame Shen Xinghe. She didn't expect things to suddenly change, so she aimed towards Shi Jin.

That was good too. Shi Xuexin wanted to see how Shi Jin would resolve this problem. However, Shen Xinghe's side still needed to be dealt with.

Shi Xuexin's words were undoubtedly adding fuel to the fire. Wen Wang became even angrier. "Why should she have anything against you? Is it a mistake to have talent? She's just a fake daughter of the Shi family. What right does she have to have anything against you?"

Everyone fell silent at those words..

Chapter 483: Is This Really A Talent?

Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng were originally trying to stop the fight, but when they heard this, they did not know how to stop it.

The director was also filled with bitterness. Other than Shen Xinghe, he couldn't afford to offend any of these people. If Wen Wang said that about Shi Jin, how was he going to clean up the mess?

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows slightly and said coldly, "So you're certain that I did it?"

"Unless you prove that you didn't do it!"

"Ha, what a joke. There's no such rule in court. I am innocent until proven guilty." Shi Jin's tone became even colder. "Master Wen, I hope you don't regret what you just said."

Wen Wang knew that with his status, it would be degrading to argue with Shi Jin, but his anger must be released somewhere.

Seeing that the nanny van had already arrived at the concert venue, the director cautiously said, "Everyone, we are already dealing with this matter urgently. Why don't we arrange our next plans first? What do you all think?"

Lin Yao tried to smooth things over. "Work first."

Xia Peifeng also said, "We are responsible for the audience. Everyone, put your emotions aside first."

Wen Wang opened the car door and left angrily.

"Master Wen!" Shi Xuexin shouted as she turned around and said to everyone, "I'll go and persuade Master Wen. I'll take my leave first."

Lin Yao glanced at Shi Jin and said, "Everyone, don't be anxious. We will definitely find a solution to this matter."

He did not follow her, feeling that there was something fishy about the situation.

Xia Peifeng handed Shi Jin a bottle of soda. "Don't be angry."

Shen Xinghe didn't dare to say anything. He went forward and took the soda. He opened it and handed it to Shi Jin. Seeing that she had taken it, he went to massage her legs.

Shi Jin nudged him to the side. If Fu Xiuyuan saw this, how many lives did Shen Xinghe have to pay? However, after Shen Xinghe's antics, Shi Jin was no longer depressed. She smiled.

Shen Xinghe saw her smile and asked, "Sis, what do you want to eat? I'll buy it for you."

"I've suffered on your behalf. You better remember this." Shi Jin had already understood the whole story and said lightly.

"Huh?" Shen Xinghe did not understand.

Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng did not quite understand.

The director said to Shi Jin, "Shi Jin, bear with it for now. We must finish filming properly. Please!"

"There won't be any problems on my side."

Although the director had not interacted much with Shi Jin, he knew that under her cold exterior, she was a person who would keep her word.

He was relieved and chased after Wen Wang.

Shen Xinghe then said, "They are really going too far! How can they do this?"

Shi Jin lifted her lashes and looked outside. She did not say anything and opened WeChat.

Coincidentally, Zhu Junrong was sending her a WeChat message asking her where she was and if she would be here tonight.

"Elder Zhu, I'll be there," Shi Jin replied.

***

Wen Wang's denouncement of Shi Jin quickly spread on Weibo.

Everyone knew that Tanata had been destroyed. And everyone was guessing who did it.

At the start, there were all kinds of comments.

After Wen Wang posted on Weibo, hinting that Shi Jin was the culprit, the situation started to change.

"Is it really Shi Jin?"

"Master Wen said it himself, how can it be wrong?"

"Shi Jin had already made it very obvious previously. Her attitude towards Shi Xuexin and Wen Wang was very cold. This coldness is mixed with extreme jealousy towards Shi Xuexin."

"I think so too. Shi Jin is a fake heiress who came from the Shi family. She must still miss her life in the Shi family, especially when she saw how well Shi Xuexin was living in such a big mansion. She had to rely on herself to work hard. This psychological imbalance must be very serious."

"Why would Shi Jin do such a thing?"

Suddenly, in everyone's eyes, Shi Jin was mentally unbalanced and she cut Wen Wang's violin strings out of jealousy.

Those who really liked the violin couldn't help criticizing Shi Jin. "This is such a rare violin. It was destroyed just because of your jealousy?"

"I've never seen such a shameless person!"

"This has really broadened my horizons!"

Yao Jiahong made an urgent call to ask about it. Shi Jin said calmly, "Talk to the production team first. I will settle this quickly."

"Understood," Yao Jiahong said.

"Let the public opinion on the Internet ferment for a while longer," Shi Jin said nonchalantly.

Because she knew that all of these things would soon disappear.

The live broadcast of "Come to My Home" continued broadcasting normally.

Wen Wang looked slightly better.

In the live broadcast, Shi Jin's expression remained the same.

As Wen Wang and Shi Xuexin were about to go on stage, they changed outfits backstage.

After changing their clothes, the two of them went to the seats in front and met up with Shi Jin and the rest.

As they were going to film, Wen Wang specially asked for a private room on the second floor for the production team to film.

Everyone chatted for a while. Although the atmosphere on the surface was alright, Wen Wang and Shi Jin did not meet each other's eyes. It was awkward.

Wen Wang asked, "Xuexin, do you know Zhu Junrong?"

Shi Xuexin immediately thought of her teacher who taught her the violin when she was young. She immediately shook her head. "I don't know."

"Are you sure?" Wen Wang asked again.

"I haven't heard much about him." She didn't want her growing up in the countryside to be publicized, so she shook her head again.

"What a pity," Wen Wang said.

"What's wrong, Master Wen?" asked Shi Xuexin.

Wen Wang said, "I think your violin playing style is a little similar to his."

"Who is he?" asked Shi Xuexin.

Wen Wang shook his head and didn't say anything else.

It was precisely because Shi Xuexin's violin playing style was somewhat similar to Zhu Junrong's that Wen Wang had always thought highly of Shi Xuexin and felt that she was a talented seedling. However, since she didn't know Zhu Junrong at all, she probably wasn't the person he thought she was.

He remembered that Zhu Junrong had taken in a very ordinary little girl as his student back then, which caused a sensation in the circle. However, in a short period of time, no one mentioned this matter. Wen Wang didn't know who the little girl was.

Later on, when he met Shi Xuexin, he vaguely made the connection. However, Shi Xuexin had repeatedly said that she did not know him, so he could only forget about it.

With Zhu Junrong's reputation, it was normal that Shi Xuexin did not know him since even Wen Wang had not met him in his circles.

In that case, Shi Xuexin's violin music was similar to Zhu Junrong's, but it should be a coincidence.

He was also rather curious. Shi Xuexin's talent was mediocre, and she was not suited to learn the violin. However, she happened to have Zhu Junrong's shadow on some of her playing.. Could this really be a talent?

Chapter 484: A Slap In The Face

The audience was also asking, "Who is Zhu Junrong?"

"I've never heard of this name before."

"Search it."

"I can't find it... No, I can find the English version. Oh my god, it's actually the world's top violinist, a violin educator who created a new school of violin in the country and affected this generation of violinists?"

"Ten Wen Wangs can't even compare to him!"

"This name only appeared in the books of the advanced education specialization in our violin class. It's normal that ordinary people don't know it."

"It's normal for Shi Xuexin to not know. I only knew this name after I got into a postgraduate course."

"I've found it. The finale performance tonight is Elder Zhu!"

"Then our ears are blessed tonight!"

"However, Shi Xuexin is also going on stage today, but she doesn't know Elder Zhu. It's indeed a little..."

As the live broadcast continued, everyone was fortunate enough to follow the production team and enjoy the live performance of "Respecting Classics" Global Violin Tour in Country S.

This performance could be said to be a grand performance of the violin industry.

Not long after the concert started, Wen Wang went on stage. He switched to a different violin and played on stage.

They did not see him play with Tanata. Many of the audience still felt sorry for him, and also for themselves for not being able to see it.

The matter of Shi Jin cutting the strings of Tanata was brought up again.

Everyone felt pity and regret.

No one doubted Wen Wang's words. After all, as a master of his generation, his words were like a golden rule. Moreover, he was already so old and wasn't someone from the entertainment industry. Why would he fight with Shi Jin over jealousy? If there was a problem, it must be Shi Jin!

Wen Wang had two songs. When the second piece began, Shi Xuexin followed him on stage.

At that moment, Shi Xuexin's reputation and good reviews had finally reached the peak of her participation in 'Come to My Home'.

The audience still had the ability to appreciate and distinguish talent.

Her rich lady image did not bring her to her peak. Her big mansion did not allow her to reach her peak. However, an extremely artistic violin piece with Wen Wang had finally pushed her to the peak.

"Talented!"

"She comes from such a good family, yet she still works so hard!"

"She lives the life everyone wants to live."

All of these became labels for Shi Xuexin. Her popularity and reputation were unprecedented.

Shi Xuexin could already predict how regretful Chu Ling and his company would be.

She also knew that after tonight, her life would be smooth sailing. She could surpass Shi Jin and quickly walk on a successful path. Perhaps, even Boss Xiang would have to give in to her in the future.

She went to the livestream without changing her gown and looked at Shi Jin arrogantly.

Shi Jin had already received Zhu Junrong's WeChat message. She stood up and said, "Excuse me."

"Sis, where are you going?" Shen Xinghe immediately followed her.

Seeing that the cameraman was about to follow them, Shi Jin said, "I'm going to the toilet."

Shen Xinghe could only sit down awkwardly.

Shi Xuexin gestured for everyone to keep quiet and continue enjoying the concert program. She did not want to affect everyone by speaking.

Everyone stopped looking at Shi Jin.

When the audience saw Shi Jin leave, they didn't know what she was doing.

Of course, the haters could not help guessing. "She must have left because she was afraid that Shi Xuexin would outshine her."

"Shi Xuexin is really pretty. Shi Jin pales in comparison."

"That's enough from upstairs. Are you comparing Shi Xuexin with Shi Jin, who has no makeup on?"

"More importantly, even without makeup, she looks prettier than Shi Xuexin."

Wen Wang just assumed that Shi Jin was guilty and didn't dare to come over.

After his performance, he felt much better. However, his regret was mixed with anger. He wouldn't let this matter rest.

"Next, it's our finale performance. This time, we're lucky to have invited a music education expert who has influenced an entire generation of us. He's also a violinist who has faded out of the stage for twenty years. He has won all the violin awards and is now a permanent judge for all the major awards. He is the greatest violinist of this century, Elder Zhu Junrong!"

Shi Xuexin's mind went blank when she heard the warm applause.

Zhu Junrong? Was it the Zhu Junrong who taught her how to play the violin when she was young?

Impossible! How could that elder be her old violin teacher!

There was nothing in the Li family at that time. Even Li Juekai, the Best Actor, did not have much work at that time. He had been quiet for more than twenty years. How could such a situation happen? So it definitely wasn't the same person.

"Now Elder Zhu is bringing his disciple onto the stage."

The applause from the audience was thunderous.

The audience knew too well what the name Zhu Junrong meant.

Many people fought for the tickets because they wanted to witness Elder Zhu's glory many years later.

Back then, it was difficult to get a single ticket, and it was even more so now.

Now that he had brought his disciple here, everyone was equally excited. Everyone was glad that Elder Zhu had a successor.

Everyone was looking forward to it. "I wonder who it is?"

"To be able to watch Elder Zhu's live broadcast, I can die without regrets."

"Many years have passed in the blink of an eye. I didn't expect to hear Elder Zhu's wonderful music again."

The live broadcast attracted countless middle-aged fans.

Zhu Junrong went up the stage with a violin. A slender young girl followed beside him. She wore a simple dress that outlined her slender figure. She followed Elder Zhu to the center of the stage.

"It's Shi Jin! It's really Shi Jin!" Shen Xinghe jumped up and pointed ahead.

Xia Peifeng thought about it. He had a premonition just now, but he did not dare to make such a bold guess. He did not expect that reality would be more shocking than he had imagined.

This time, it was Lin Yao's turn to open his mouth wide.

Wen Wang was stunned. It was Shi Jin? It was Shi Jin!

The violin in Shi Jin's hand was called Escania. It was a violin used by the top violin expert Fritz Chrysler. It had been kept in a French museum.

This Escania was invaluable. Comparing Tanata to it was like comparing Wen Wang and Zhu Junrong. Ten of them could not compare to one.

Wen Wang's mouth fell open... Shi Jin was Zhu Junrong's student. The violin she used was Escania.

In other words, Shi Jin was used to using the world's best violins. Why would she be jealous of his Tanata?

She was already Zhu Junrong's student, so how could she be jealous of his favoritism towards Shi Xuexin? How could a person who owned a castle be jealous of someone else's cottage?

The comments became lively.. "Oh my god, that's Shi Jin!"

Chapter 485: Broken Zhu Junrong's Heart

"Unimaginable!"

"So, when she said that Master Wen's violins were just average, they really were average!"

"She's right. Did you see that? She's using Escania!"

"So, why would Shi Jin cut Master Wen's violin strings?"

"That's right. Master Wen jumped to conclusions. Is there a need for Shi Jin to target him?"

"I'm tired of telling you guys that my daughter is innocent this whole time."

On the stage, Zhu Junrong and Shi Jin had already started their performance. The sound of their violins echoed with each other, bringing a feast for the ears.

Wen Wang turned back to take a glance at Shi Xuexin. Shi Xuexin stood rooted to the ground like a wooden sculpture, as though she had lost all her senses.

Wen Wang understood her shock. After all, his shock had reached its peak.

However, what Wen Wang did not know was that Shi Xuexin was not thinking about Shi Jin. She was thinking that Zhu Junrong was her old violin teacher!

It was the teacher who had taught her for a year when she was young. However, later on, she despised Zhu Junrong too much and said some harsh words that hurt Zhu Junrong's heart. He no longer cared about her.

Now, she wanted to tell the whole world that Zhu Junrong was her teacher, but just now, she had said that she didn't know Zhu Junrong and had nothing to do with him.

How could this Zhu Junrong be that Zhu Junrong?

Shi Xuexin's fingers were pinched together, but she did not feel any pain.

If she hadn't fallen out with Zhu Junrong back then, would she be the one standing on the stage and not Shi Jin?

Thunderous applause sounded from all around, pulling Shi Xuexin out of her reverie.

She suddenly woke up and saw Zhu Junrong and Shi Jin bowing on the stage before starting the next performance.

Hearing the applause, she knew that Shi Jin's performance would not be bad.

She leaned against the sofa weakly.

At that moment, the director seemed to have found the greatest treasure and was continuously instructing the staff to give Shi Jin the best shot.

Was anyone paying attention to what Shi Xuexin was doing?

No.

Was there anyone else who was surprised by Shi Xuexin's performance?

No.

Was there anyone who cared about what Shi Xuexin was thinking?

No.

All her glory was gone in front of Shi Jin.

At this moment, Shi Jin had already left the stage. She and Zhu Junrong walked down the stage and entered the private room.

All the cameras followed her.

Shen Xinghe rushed forward excitedly. "Congratulations, Shi Jin! Your performance was amazing!"

"Congratulations." Xia Peifeng recovered from his shock.

Lin Yao opened his mouth and felt that his voice was no longer his. "Shi Jin, I really didn't expect you to play the violin so well."

Shi Xuexin and Wen Wang did not speak. Both of them were too ashamed to speak.

Shi Jin replied graciously, "Thank you."

"Shi Jin, why didn't you say so earlier?" the director said excitedly as he rubbed his hands together. At this moment, the viewership ratings for this show had reached its peak. "If you had said so earlier, I could have set up a few more camera positions to record the scene you just performed."

"I didn't intend to go on stage before."

Everyone understood what Shi Jin meant. She had no intention of going on stage, but Wen Wang was furious and insisted that she had broken the violin. In order to prove her innocence, she could only go on stage to prove herself.

Everyone looked at Wen Wang with a meaningful gaze.

Wen Wang also knew that he must have misunderstood Shi Jin. The Escania in Shi Jin's hands was a priceless violin. She already had such good things, so why would she care about what he had?

However, he was an old man who had been famous for a long time. He really could not bring himself to apologize.

Shi Jin said to everyone, "Right, let me introduce everyone. This is Elder Zhu, my teacher."

"Greetings, Elder Zhu!" Lin Yao knew of Zhu Junrong. He was knowledgeable and had researched a lot. He knew that Zhu Junrong had an outstanding reputation in the world.

"Greetings, Elder Zhu!" Shen Xinghe and Xia Peifeng could not contain their excitement. Even though Shen Xinghe did not know much about music, the violin performance earlier was like entering paradise. It was a real experience.

Xia Peifeng also knew Elder Zhu's reputation and value. To a certain extent, he was just a kindergarten student in the music class in front of Elder Zhu.

Zhu Junrong greeted everyone in a friendly manner. "You are Shi Jin's friends and also my friends. I didn't know that everyone was here today, so I did not come previously. I apologize."

"You're too kind. It's already our greatest honor to be fortunate enough to hear Elder Zhu's performance," Lin Yao hastily said excitedly as he held onto Zhu Junrong's hand.

He thought about asking Elder Zhu for an autograph later.

At that moment, Shi Xuexin could not go forward, nor could she say anything. She shrank like a quail.

"Elder Zhu, I heard that Eldest Senior Brother has special skills in repairing the violin. He can do it without leaving any traces and have it be as good as new?" Shi Jin asked.

The Eldest Senior Brother she was talking about was Zhu Junrong's eldest disciple. He was also a violinist with a reputation that was even more prominent than Wen Wang's.

Wen Wang's heart was filled with hope when he heard what Shi Jin said. Although his violin couldn't be compared to what Shi Jin and Zhu Junrong used, it was enough to match his status. However, now that the strings were broken, whether it was value or influence on performance, it would be greatly reduced.

If new strings were used, it would undoubtedly make the entire violin lose its value. This was also the reason why he had lost his temper.

It was not an easy task to find a suitable person to fix the strings.

He looked at Zhu Junrong hopefully.

Zhu Junrong nodded. "Mm, he's not bad, but it's also due to the praise from the outside world."

His words were humble, but his meaning was clear. That eldest disciple really could fix it.

Shi Jin asked again, "Then, is it convenient for Eldest Senior Brother to repair it?"

"It depends on what part was damaged and what was damaged. Different parts and different levels of damage makes a difference in the difficulty in repairing."

Upon hearing Zhu Junrong's words, Shi Xuexin thought of the value of the Tanata and blurted out, "The damage was done on the A string. It was cut by a sharp weapon."

The moment she said that, everyone fell silent.

Shi Xuexin also realized that she had spoken too quickly and was momentarily stuttering.

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows slightly and looked at her. "Oh, so it was the A string that was cut."

"I... I only found out after I saw the screenshots on Weibo." Shi Xuexin quickly tried to salvage the situation..

Chapter 486: Why Should I Protect Him?

Thankfully, this matter had already spread all over Weibo and was not considered a secret. Shi Xuexin was still able to cover up the lie.

"Mmm, you have a good memory," Shi Jin said calmly.

Wen Wang's gaze landed on Shi Xuexin. He looked conflicted and the suspicion in his eyes could not be concealed. However, he did not ask directly in front of the camera.

Nevertheless, the thorn in his heart could not be removed once planted.

The others also had a trace of doubt, but since this matter had nothing to do with them, it was not convenient for them to ask, so they did not say much.

After saying that, Shi Jin did not continue the topic. Instead, she said, "Then our filming is almost over. Elder Zhu is going to treat me to a meal. Why don't we go together?"

The director tactfully turned off the camera and ended the live broadcast.

Many doubtful comments appeared on the screen. "I think it must be her!"

"Anyway, it can't be Shi Jin."

"It can't be anyone else either."

"But what is her motive?"

"I can't figure it out."

After Wen Wang walked out, he said to the director, "Director, let's leave this matter as it is. There's no need to call the police."

"How would I dare to call the police?" The director heaved a sigh of relief. Each of these people was harder to deal with than the other. They were all backed by their companies or had sugar daddies. He had been waiting for this matter to be resolved peacefully.

Wen Wang then pulled a long face and followed Shi Jin and Zhu Junrong.

Although he knew that he shouldn't be sticking to them after what he did, he was still filled with hope when he thought about his violin. However, Shi Jin never mentioned her Eldest Senior Brother or the violin again.

She changed the topic and chatted with Shen Xinghe, Xia Peifeng, and Lin Yao.

It was the same for Zhu Junrong. It was obvious that he cared about Shi Jin, and the attitude with which he treated everyone depended on Shi Jin.

Although he did not look coldly at Wen Wang and Shi Xuexin, the two of them did not dare to approach him.

Shi Xuexin left after eating barely two mouthfuls. And Wen Wang never got the chance to talk about the violin's repair.

Until dinner ended and Zhu Junrong left, Wen Wang never got the opportunity to bring it up.

After he came out, he contacted Shi Xuexin directly.

"I don't know anything, Master Wen. If I was the one who destroyed it, why would I have given you the violin then?" Shi Xuexin felt wronged.

Wen Wang could not think of a reason for her to do so either. "Don't be angry. I was just asking."

"I'm tired. I need to rest." Shi Xuexin quickly hung up.

Wen Wang seemed to have confirmed something.

After the meal, everyone left separately.

Xia Peifeng left late and walked out side by side with Shi Jin.

Shi Jin fell a few steps behind him, distancing herself from him.

"Shi Jin, are you that unwilling to walk with me?" Xia Peifeng was a little upset. Her actions were too obvious.

"I don't want to have to explain if a reporter takes pictures."

"When you defended Shen Xinghe, you were quite familiar with him. You purposely tricked Shi Xuexin just now to dispel Wen Wang's suspicions about Shen Xinghe, right?"

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows and said with a half-smile, "Why should I defend him? I just can't stand Wen Wang's suspicion of me and deliberately angered him."

After she finished speaking, she strode forward and distanced herself from Xia Peifeng again.

Xia Peifeng pinched the space between his eyebrows. Initially, he had hoped that this variety show could improve his relationship with Shi Jin, but now it seemed like it was just wishful thinking.

He really regretted that he had rejected Yu Guannan's request for him to work with Shi Jin back then...

***

The next live broadcast would be at Shi Jin's house.

Shi Jin chose the place where her grandfather lived. It was also the place that her family had hoped that she could go to recuperate in her past life.

However, in her previous life, she only went back when it was too late and everything was irreversible.

The filming would take place over the weekend.

Shi Jin pushed aside her work and rushed over with Fu Xiuyuan.

Taizhou Town was some distance away from the capital. The mountains were high and the waters were clear. To the outside world, it was also a poverty-stricken place.

Ten years ago, this place was indeed not considered rich. However, the roads had already been paved. Everything was different from what the outside world thought.

After Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan got off the plane, they got into the car and went straight to Taizhou Town.

"Shi Jin is back!" Someone greeted her.

Because Shi Xuexin had requested a schedule change, Shi Jin was not able to film over the Lunar New Year. So she specially took two days to escort Old Master Li back and stayed there for two days as well.

Everyone in the town knew each other and maintained many traditional customs, so almost every family knew Shi Jin. However, in their hearts, Shi Jin was not a big star. She was just Grandpa Li's granddaughter.

Shi Jin waved her hand and greeted those people.

"Grandpa Li is in the field. I'll go get him for you."

"There's no need, Sixth Aunt. I'll go look for him directly." Shi Jin turned back to look at Fu Xiuyuan. He had no objections and was happy to accompany her.

Old Master Li was in the fields arranging the seeds that he needed to plant in the spring to check on their germination. He looked up and saw Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan walking over from afar.

He washed his hands and went ashore, unable to hide the smile on his face. "You're here today?"

"Grandfather, are you complaining that we're early?"

"I wouldn't mind even if you came a few years earlier," Old Master Li said cheerfully. He pointed at the seeds in the large shed. "When these seeds have matured, everyone can begin planting."

"They need you to personally nurture the seedlings?" Fu Xiuyuan looked at the young people everywhere in the distance and asked.

"These seeds were all tested last year. If I don't watch them personally, I won't feel at ease." Old Master Li said as he washed his hands. "Also, the oranges over there were newly grafted last year. They used a newly developed technology. The skin is thinner and the juices are richer. I have to watch them personally."

He said proudly as he brought Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan home.

Along the way, people picked fruits and vegetables and sent them over.

Old Master Li called a helper to slaughter some fresh cattle, sheep, chickens, and ducks. He smiled and said, "You guys are going to have a feast tonight. Grandpa Wang, who raises chickens, has just built a new stove and is planning to make some firewood roasted chicken for you guys to eat."

"That's great. The last time we came here to eat Grandfather Wang's dishes, Xiuyuan still can't forget the taste."

Old Master Li placed the items properly and took out the chessboard. "Come, come, come, Xiuyuan, play a round with me."

"Grandpa, please show mercy." Fu Xiuyuan found a seat and sat down. Old Master Li followed suit.

Shi Jin sat at the side and brewed tea.

Old Master Li happily picked up the chess pieces..

Chapter 487: Typical Example Of Misogyny

On Shi Xuexin's side. She had to go back to Taizhou Town to film, so she was under a lot of stress.

In her eyes, Taizhou Town was too far from the capital, and life was inconvenient everywhere.

In her memory, Old Master Li was always busy in the fields in the countryside. Sometimes, he would even bring her along.

The people there were used to coming and going in the fields. What she especially hated was that there was mud everywhere. Everyone in the village had mud on their bodies. It was a nightmare. Now they wanted her to go back. Every cell in her body was filled with resistance.

"Alright, you're just going to film, not stay there forever," Yu Xiuhua said. "Besides, isn't that Zhu Junrong your teacher? Maybe Taizhou Town isn't what you think it is."

"Zhu Junrong being my teacher was just a coincidence. Old Master Li is just a farmer. He doesn't know anything," Shi Xuexin said. "What if he wants me to show my feelings for him when we get there? I really can't act..."

Yu Xiuhua prepared a lot of food for her. "If you're really not used to it, use what I prepared for you."

It was only then that Shi Xuexin managed to sort out her thoughts about returning.

She had brought a lot of things and placed them in her nanny van.

When she came out, she found her manager and asked her to post an article for her.

The content of the article was about her swapping identities with Shi Jin. It detailed how she had grown up in the countryside with difficulty while Shi Jin had grown up in places like the Shi villa and the capital. Even so, she continued to study diligently. She learned many things and cultivated many interests. Although she could not compare to Shi Jin, she never stopped working hard and kept improving.

This time, she didn't intentionally praise herself to suppress Shi Jin. That was because she knew that with Shi Jin's current status, she could no longer suppress her with just an article.

After the article was sent out, Shi Xuexin received many good comments.

"I didn't expect a young lady from the village to have such ambition."

"It's understandable that she's not as good as Shi Jin. After all, Shi Jin grew up in the capital and was carefully nurtured by her family. Her horizons and knowledge are completely different."

"Sigh, it's such a pity for Shi Xuexin."

"Therefore, a person's growth environment is still very important. It's best that we don't keep judging Shi Xuexin."

"I didn't expect Li Juekai, the Best Actor, to also have come from the countryside back then."

"Shi Jin is really lucky. She grew up in the Shi family and did not live in Taizhou Town. That's what made her foundation strong."

As Shi Xuexin's article was very peaceful, everyone was fair and objective when discussing it.

After the director found out about this matter, he specially went to interview Shi Xuexin before setting off to find out more about her previous living environment.

"Xuexin, was it inconvenient for you to live in the countryside?"

"Yes, although it's really inconvenient and difficult to walk on the road, and it's often covered in mud after it rains, Grandpa still treated me very well. He always used an old bike to send me to school."

"Was the place where you went to school far away?"

"It's quite far away, but I miss it quite a bit too. My relationship with Grandpa has always been quite good." Shi Xuexin hated that place to the core, but her words were filled with nostalgia.

"Were you studying the violin and piano at the time?"

Shi Xue thought for a moment. "I did learn a little back then, but mainly, I learned it after returning to the Shi family."

"What else have you learned?"

"I learned a little bit of whatever other kids were learning, but I didn't learn them systematically. Only when I returned home, did I have more time to study with my teacher."

The fans could not help feeling sorry for her. "This is a little too much. Why is the Li family treating Xuexin like this? I heard that Shi Jin's two older brothers have been studying outside the village very early. Why did they leave Shi Xuexin alone in the small town to study?"

"This is a classic example of misogyny, ha."

"Luckily, Xuexin is talented. Even if she didn't learn anything in Taizhou Town, she still relied on her talent to start her new life."

"That's right. The Li family shouldn't have done that."

"If Xuexin stayed in the Shi family from the beginning, her current development would be many times better than Shi Jin's."

This attracted many fans for Shi Xuexin.

Even the incident with Wen Wang's violin, where she stood in the midst of a whirlpool of suspicion, she now received a lot of support and defense because of it. Her fans felt that she would never do such a thing.

It was also the first time that the Shi and Li families had appeared in the public eye in such a neat manner, receiving everyone's doubts and criticism.

Although Shi Xuexin did not have many fans, they all felt that they had grasped justice and were especially powerful. They even asserted that if Shi Jin had grown up in the Li family, she would have achieved nothing now.

The live broadcast also began with this controversy.

Following the live broadcast camera, everyone saw beautiful fields of vegetables and farmland. The roads were very spacious and there were many cars of various styles everywhere. Although they were not luxurious, they were similar to those of ordinary small cities.

It was not the inconvenient countryside that Shi Xuexin mentioned.

The production team's car arrived at Old Master Li's doorstep.

Shi Xuexin's eyes were immediately filled with tears as she whispered, "Grandpa, I'm back."

A staff member of the production team saw her like this and hurriedly handed her a tissue.

She wiped her tears and said, "I'm sorry, I'm a little emotional. This is the place where I grew up. I'm too emotional."

Everyone expressed their understanding.

Shi Jin appeared at the entrance of the Li family and came forward to greet everyone. She was holding a bunch of vegetables in her hands, her expression calm. "Hello everyone, come in for tea."

The villagers gathered around to watch the commotion.

Shi Xuexin walked out.

The director wanted to give Shi Xuexin a surprise, so he called a few neighbors over. He wanted to put on a touching show.

A few villagers walked forward. The director had expected them to show a look of longing after seeing Shi Xuexin and reminisce about the past.

However, when they walked over, they didn't see anyone they knew. They couldn't help but ask, "Where's Xuexin? I'm sorry, we haven't seen each other for almost ten years, I really can't recognize her."

"That's right. Xuexin didn't like to talk when she was young, nor did she like to play and greet us.. She hasn't been back for so many years, so she must be unfamiliar with us, right?"

Chapter 488: Completely Out Of Place

The director didn't expect things to turn out like this and hurriedly got someone to call them away.

Shi Xuexin's expression turned slightly awkward. The staff was surprised as well. They had thought that Shi Xuexin was very familiar with the villagers, but it turned out to be a blunder.

The fans in the comments were saying, "Xuexin has changed a lot, it's normal that they didn't recognize her."

"No, didn't Shi Xuexin say that she has feelings for this place? She hasn't been back for almost ten years."

"Strange."

Shi Jin called for everyone to enter. Shen Xinghe immediately walked to her side and asked, "Sis, is this a vegetable sprout?"

"Yeah, I just picked it."

"Can I pick some later?"

Shi Jin placed the vegetables in his arms. "No, I've left some work for you in the kitchen. You'll have to cook the roasted chicken with Grandpa Wang later."

"I like this mission!" Shen Xinghe immediately rolled up his sleeves.

Lin Yao and Xia Peifeng walked in. The camera followed their line of sight.

Because of Xuexin's previous statements and interviews, they also thought that the situation in Taizhou Town was very tough. They had prepared many supplies and food. However, when he walked in, they realized that it was a completely different world inside. The courtyard was huge and neatly decorated. There were grape vines crawling all over the rockery, and the winding path was not far away. There were birds singing and flowers everywhere.

The floor was even tidied up. On a table not far away, there was a chessboard and tea set.

Lin Yao glanced at the tea set and his eyes darkened. This tea set looked familiar...

Ever since Wen Wang met Zhu Junrong last time, his attitude towards Shi Jin had changed drastically. He didn't dare to underestimate her.

He took a look at the layout of the courtyard and felt even more respect for it.

Shi Xuexin immediately shouted, "Grandpa? Grandpa?"

An old man dressed in old fashioned clothing with white hair and a beard walked out. Shi Xuexin did not recognize him immediately.

The director immediately gave him a close-up shot.

"Are you Xuexin?" That old man said, "Old Master Li has gone out. You guys can go look for him later."

From the looks of it, the elder's attitude towards Shi Xuexin was rather cold.

"Thanks."

Lin Yao asked, "This is..."

Shi Xuexin had never taken these people seriously. When she returned to the Shi family, she wished she could sever all ties with them. So she couldn't answer Lin Yao's question.

Lin Yao took another look at Shi Xuexin, deep in thought.

The cameraman did not dare to continue filming. The situation was too awkward.

It was Shi Jin who walked out and said, "Grandpa Wang, can you help Shen Xinghe? He doesn't know how to control the fire."

"Alright, I'll go and help." Grandpa Wang immediately smiled and said.

Shi Jin said, "Then I'll go fetch Grandpa."

"Alright." Grandpa Wang waved at her.

Shi Xuexin did not want to miss such a great opportunity to reunite with Old Master Li. She immediately said, "I'll go too."

Before they left, Shi Jin took out the tea leaves that she had brought back and passed them to Xia Peifeng. "Please entertain everyone."

The cameras separated. Shi Jin and Shi Xuexin were in the same group.

Shen Xinghe and Grandpa Wang were in the same group. While Lin Yao, Xia Peifeng, and Wen Wang admired the courtyard and enjoyed tea.

When Shi Jin walked out, there were many people greeting her along the way. The two times she came back, she had stayed in the village with Fu Xiuyuan and ran around with her grandfather. She even helped cure some people's headaches and fevers. Naturally, many people knew her. However, it had been many years since Shi Xuexin had returned. Back then, she had lived here in self-pity and seldom interacted with others, so no one knew her.

The comments started to feel strange. "What's going on?"

"That's normal. Shi Jin is from here, and Shi Xuexin is not. It's normal that everyone greets Shi Jin and not Shi Xuexin."

"Then the people here aren't that nice. They're giving Shi Xuexin the cold shoulder."

"Can you guys take a good look? They just don't know Shi Xuexin, but they're still very friendly. They even gave her an orange just now."

"Why do I feel like Shi Xuexin is completely out of place here?"

When Shi Jin arrived at the vegetable field and saw that Old Master Li was busy, she immediately went forward to help pick the vegetables and sweet potatoes.

It was only then that the audience saw that she was dressed in plain clothes that were commonly seen in the countryside. She had a pair of gloves and a pair of boots. It was very convenient.

Because her face was too outstanding, no one had paid attention to how she was dressed.

As Shi Xuexin was dressed too beautifully, she did not enter the vegetable field, causing another wave of discussion.

After Old Master Li was done, he saw Shi Xuexin and greeted her with a smile. "Xuexin is back?"

"Grandpa, I miss you so much." Shi Xuexin's eyes immediately welled up with tears. It was deeply touching.

The cameraman quickly gave her a few close-up shots.

Old Master Li smiled. "I didn't see you the previous few times I went to the capital. I was quite disappointed. It's rare that you're finally back."

"I'm sorry, Grandpa. I was too busy previously." Shi Xuexin rushed forward and held his arm.

The bullet screen said, "Didn't Grandpa Li see Shi Xuexin previously?"

"Shi Xuexin didn't see Grandpa Li because she was too busy?"

"Shi Xuexin seems fake."

"Grandpa Li looks a little familiar."

"He's very refined. No wonder he could give birth to Best Actor Li and a granddaughter like Shi Jin."

"I didn't feel it just now, but after Shi Jin came out, I realized that Shi Jin really looks more like Old Master Li's relative."

Shi Xuexin's performance was a little fake, and the comments gradually began to show doubts. However, she was still immersed in her own emotions.

Old Master Li, Shi Jin, and Shi Xuexin returned to the courtyard.

When Wen Wang, Lin Yao, and the others saw them return, they immediately stood up.

Old Master Li had his own aura. Lin Yao and Wen Wang felt that he looked especially familiar, but after thinking about it carefully, they realized that they had indeed never seen him before. They couldn't help, but think that it might be because everyone was familiar with Li Juekai. Now that they saw Old Master Li, it was no wonder that he looked familiar.

"Everyone, take a seat. There's no need to stand on ceremony." Old Master Li opened his mouth to speak. His voice was loud and full of energy.

For some reason, Wen Wang, Lin Yao, and Xia Peifeng subconsciously came forward to help him carry his things. This was an instinctive reaction, not a polite greeting or anything to show in front of the camera.

The three of them didn't know why, but they were instantly awed by his presence.

"It's rare for everyone to come here as guests. Tonight, I have to bring out my good wine."

"Grandpa, your body is not suitable for drinking," Shi Jin persuaded him immediately.

"I'll just drink a little, just a little." Old Master Li said.

Shi Jin pulled a long face. "Everyone can drink, but you can't."

Xia Peifeng smiled and said, "Grandpa Li, let me drink soda with you."

"Grandpa's stomach hasn't been too good recently. His blood sugar is a little high, and so he can't drink soda either." Shi Jin was like a little beast that had exploded..

Chapter 489: How Many True Feelings Are There?

Xia Peifeng immediately raised his hands in surrender. "I'll drink it myself. I'll drink it myself."

Wen Wang and Lin Yao also smiled and said, "Alright, let's all drink tea."

"If you guys have no health issues, you can drink it. As long as Grandpa doesn't drink it." Shi Jin was very tolerant towards everyone.

Only then did Shi Xuexin interject. "Grandpa, I brought you some gifts. It just so happens to be a few bottles of wine. Now that Shi Jin has said so, I'm embarrassed to take them out."

"Then don't take it out. Grandfather has been sober for fifteen years," Shi Jin said calmly.

Shi Xuexin :"..."

She really hadn't noticed that. "I'm sorry."

The comments: "Shi Jin looks so cute when she explodes!"

"Xia Peifeng's surrender is also very innocent."

"Shi Xuexin doesn't even know that Grandpa doesn't drink?"

"Speaking of which, isn't Shi Jin a little too unreasonable?"

"What's so unreasonable about that? My grandfather also has high blood sugar. Once, he was happy and drank a little more. That night, he entered the ICU. There's nothing wrong with being cautious."

"So how many true feelings does Shi Xuexin have?"

Old Master Li was happy to be under Shi Jin's control. He rebuked her. "Sigh, every time you call, you tell me not to drink. All you do is feed me tea, and you still want to make me drink tea now?"

He thought of something and said, "I'll deliver this rickshaw to Uncle Li next door. You guys sit for a while. I'll be back soon."

Xia Peifeng immediately said, "Grandpa Li, I'll go with you."

"Okay, come up and sit tight." Old Master Li drove the rickshaw out skillfully.

Shi Xuexin took out various kinds of food from her bag and placed them on the table. "When I came from home, I brought a lot of delicious food. I'm just afraid that there's not much good food in this village. Everyone, don't stand on ceremony and just eat."

The cooked food that she had brought was rich and delicious. It was distributed to everyone in the production team.

Lin Yao thought for a moment and took it, but did not eat it.

"Shi Jin, have some too," said Shi Xuexin.

Shi Jin said calmly, "You can keep it for yourself. I'm afraid you won't have enough."

"Then I'll call Shen Xinghe over to eat," said Shi Xuexin.

"No need, you can eat by yourself." Shen Xinghe's voice came from inside.

Shi Jin also went to the kitchen to help with the dishes.

Shen Xinghe learned how to make roasted chicken from Grandpa Wang and happily started to serve the dishes. The smell made people drool.

Shi Jin was also busy serving the dishes.

The fans did not expect her to have such a side to her and watched with relish. Soon, Shen Xinghe and Grandpa Wang walked over with a huge wooden frame.

An overbearing fragrance wafted over.

"Roasted goat!"

"Roasted hare!"

"Roasted sweet potatoes!"

"Roasted corn!"

"And roasted chicken."

As Shen Xinghe announced the dishes one after another, everyone's saliva was about to drip out.

Shi Xuexin was distributing the braised beef that she had brought for everyone. Her hands were frozen in place.

The staff sniffed and quickly swallowed his saliva. He still had to work.

Shen Xinghe put down the roasted whole goat and said to him, "Shi Jin said that she would save a roasted whole goat for you guys. When you guys are done filming, it will be cooked. It will be an authentic mountain goat. The meat is fresh and delicious. It's excellent!"

Everyone nodded while drooling. Everyone put down the food they had obtained from Shi Xuexin and waited to eat the roasted goat.

Shi Xuexin felt extremely awkward as she sat on the side with her things.

The live comments: "What was Shi Xuexin thinking?"

"Maybe she lived here when she was young and really lacked clothes and food?"

"The development of the village is very different now. She hasn't been back for a long time."

"Everyone, stop talking. Xuexin is meticulous. She's worried that everyone won't be full. It's always good to be prepared, right?"

The dishes were served, but Old Master Li and Xia Peifeng were not back yet.

Lin Yao said casually to Shi Xuexin, "Xuexin, give Grandpa a call and ask him where he is. Should someone go pick him up?"

"Alright." Shi Xuexin took out her cell phone.

The cameraman quickly faced her, wanting to record this scene. However, she felt awkward the next second. Shi Xuexin held onto her phone and could not find Old Master Li's number. She had already deleted his contact number.

She immediately tried to enter the number, but after thinking for a while, she realized that after entering 1, she could not remember any other numbers.

The cameraman also noticed something and quickly moved the camera away, but the sharp-eyed audience had already seen it. "Shi Xuexin actually doesn't have Old Master Li's phone number?"

"Didn't she say that she missed Grandpa?"

"She hasn't seen Old Master Li in years, and she doesn't even have his number?"

"What about Wechat? There's always WeChat, right?"

In reality, Shi Xuexin did not even have his WeChat.

Lin Yao helped to salvage the situation and gave Xia Peifeng a call.

"Grandpa Li and I are taking a walk back. We'll be right back."

The reason why Xia Peifeng and Old Master Li were walking so slowly was because they were forced to stuff a lot of things into their pockets.

"Grandpa Li, the people here are really simple."

"Hahaha, yes." Old Master Li laughed.

"We can't even carry all the things that they gave us. Sigh, didn't they say that there are very few young people in the countryside now?"

"Young people are lacking because they feel that there is no chance for development now, but if they are given the opportunity to display their strengths, there will naturally be quite a lot."

Old Master Li put down his things and pointed in a direction. "That side is near the water. In the past two years, we have been developing the fishing industry vigorously. There are already quite a number of students from the Agricultural University who have returned. This side is raising pigs and sheep, and they are about to leave the pen. Also, over there, our newly developed orange, peaches, and apple varieties have succeeded again. Not only are the fruits large, but they are also sweet. The output has also improved greatly from previous years. Everyone's hard work has paid off. With a goal in mind, naturally, the young people will return."

The cameraman followed them and followed the direction Old Master Li pointed. He hurriedly grabbed some shots.

They didn't manage to capture any animals, but they managed to capture quite a number of fruit. The large fruit looked especially good.

Xia Peifeng was inspired by Old Master Li's emotions. He could not help looking around. "Grandpa Li, you really understand everything."

Old Master Li smiled. "Of course. Now that the young people are willing to come back and there are young teachers in the school, it's more convenient for the children to go to school."

When Old Master Li and Xia Peifeng came back, Xia Peifeng, who was carrying corn and fruits, couldn't care less about his image. He sat on the chair and poured himself some tea.

"You're not even as good as Grandpa Li." After Lin Yao said that, he went to help Old Master Li take the corn and staggered.

Everyone could not help laughing.

Even the director couldn't help saying, "Grandpa Li is still as strong as ever.."

Chapter 490: Life Has Been Changed

It was time to eat.

The vegetables were all freshly picked from the fields, and the aroma wafted through the air.

Shi Jin had prepared a lot and took into account everyone in the production team. This was the first time the entire production team had smelled such fragrant food and everyone was looking forward to eating.

After dinner, Shi Xuexin asked with a smile, "Grandpa, I'll bring everyone tomorrow to appreciate the places I lived in when I was young and the places I went."

"No problem." Old Master Li looked at her deeply and did not reject her. At the same time, he shook his head inwardly.

If she was really a good child, the Li family might as well give her a hand, but from her performance, there was really no need for that.

During the night break, Shi Xuexin read the comments online.

People had many doubts about her now. Many people suspected that she had no feelings for Old Master Li at all. Things were not like she described.

She clutched her phone angrily. What did these people know?

Wasn't it normal for her to have no feelings for Old Master Li? How did he treat her? Who knew about the pain she had suffered when she was young? Why was it that her two brothers could go to the big city to receive education and she could not get anything?

The next morning Shi Jin woke up early. She went to a corner of the courtyard to water the plants that her grandfather had planted.

Shen Xinghe also got up and followed behind her. "Sis, what can I do?"

"If you want to help, go help Grandpa Wang make breakfast."

"Okay!" Shen Xinghe was happy to help. As he washed his hands, he said, "This is really a paradise on earth. If I live here, I will definitely live a long life."

"If you don't live here, you'll still live a long life."

Shen Xinghe smiled and went to help.

Everyone gradually got up.

Lin Yao stretched and said, "It's so comfortable. The countryside is really quiet and the air is fresh."

"That's right. It's rare that I don't have insomnia," said Xia Peifeng. "Usually, I'm a night owl."

Wen Wang was in a good mood. "Yes, I woke up naturally today."

Shi Jin took a look at her grandfather's greenhouse. Of course, there were all kinds of expensive flowers and plants here, including precious tonics.

Sleeping here was like using all these medicines to nourish one's body. It was difficult to even lose sleep.

After breakfast, it was Shi Xuexin's turn to perform. She smiled and said, "I'll show you my old room and my car. I wonder if my room is still there."

"It's still there," Grandpa Wang said and took out a bunch of keys. "Let me bring you there."

The fans were already preparing to watch Shi Xuexin's miserable childhood. They were even prepared to cry.

Grandpa Wang took the lead and opened her room. "Everything here is still the same as when you left. It's been almost ten years and nothing has been touched."

Shi Xuexin did not deny that either.

The room opened.

What entered everyone's sight was a large and spacious room with a neatly made bed.

Everything was similar to what she remembered. Chinese paintings hung on the walls, and there was a piano and violin in the corner.

Xia Peifeng spoke first. "Xuexin, you've been living well since you were young."

"Ah, is that so?" This was not what Shi Xuexin wanted to hear.

"Of course. Do you know when I got my first guitar? When I was twenty! That was about ten years ago! And the only time I could use the piano was at school."

Xia Peifeng's background was average, but it was definitely not bad either. Since he had said so, it was obvious that Shi Xuexin's childhood was very different from what everyone had imagined.

Lin Yao also smiled and said, "The first time I had a piano was when I was seventeen or eighteen. Xuexin, when did you start learning piano?"

Grandpa Wang said, "When she was about three years old, Old Master Li prepared a piano and violin for Xuexin and hired a teacher."

Wen Wang touched the violin and said enviously, "This violin is not bad."

He had many violins and was very professional in this area. If he said that it was not bad, then it was definitely not bad.

Shi Xuexin was a little flustered. "I didn't really learn it well when I was young because the teachers were all teachers from the town. The teachers back then were pretty average."

Grandpa Wang wanted to say something but hesitated. The camera was not aimed at him, so no one saw his expression.

Lin Yao agreed and said, "That's true. In many small places, the teachers' qualifications are not good."

"Xuexin was still a little delayed." Wen Wang was very disappointed with her previously, but he felt that his words were very fair and impartial. "If she had received systematic education earlier, her development would definitely have been better."

Lin Yao agreed.

The bullet screen said, "Yeah, if Xuexin lived in the Shi family, would she be learning from Elder Zhu?"

"Shi Jin still took a lot of advantage."

"Two people's lives have been exchanged. That's impossible to fix."

Shi Xuexin said softly, "My initiation was indeed not very good. Back then, there were many things that I did not learn very well. Back then, there were indeed no good teachers in the town. However, you can't blame Grandpa. Back then, this was the only condition in this place. I don't blame anyone."

Lin Yao comforted him. "It's alright. You're learning from a good teacher now. You're still young. There's still a chance."

Wen Wang added, "The past is the past. Don't think too much."

"I didn't think too much about it. I know that Grandpa and the Li family have tried their best. I don't blame anyone." Her words sounded very pitiful.

Seeing her like this, Lin Yao and Wen Wang continued to comfort her.

Shen Xinghe added. "Your life is up to you, not the heavens. Aren't you fine now?"

As everyone spoke, Wen Wang saw a Chinese painting hanging on the wall and was a little surprised. "That is..."

Grandpa Wang was about to say something when Shi Xuexin spoke. "It's just a random painting."

Wen Wang did not say anything else. The cameraman gave the Chinese painting a shot and did not bother about it anymore.

The comments were filled with heartache for Shi Xuexin.

Xia Peifeng also saw the decorations and various items in her room. They looked elegant and refined. They were of good quality and did not seem to be crudely made. However, Shi Xuexin was immersed in self-pity. She was still reminiscing about her difficult childhood, so he did not say anything.

Grandpa Wang kept shaking his head.

Shi Jin also stood at the side with an indifferent expression and remained silent..

Chapter 491: Acting Too Much

Compared to her life in the Shi family, these items and Old Master Li's efforts could be said to have been prepared with love for Shi Xuexin. Of course, Shi Jin had never denied Old Master Shi's love for her.

However, Shi Xuexin still wanted to use her grandfather to gain everyone's sympathy. Her acting was too much.

Shi Xuexin brought everyone to see the car she took when they were young.

Lin Yao was stunned when he saw the car.

Shi Xuexin said, "When I was young, I never sat in a new car before. I always took this car to school. However, even if I was laughed at by my classmates, I didn't mind. I was going to school, not to show off my car."

"Are you serious, Xuexin?" Lin Yao asked.

"It's true. I've never felt inferior or regretful just because my material conditions are worse than others, and I've never resented anything either. I only envy my two older brothers for going to school in the city but I've never hated them, because Grandpa treats me really well."

Lin Yao understood what she was implying. He scoffed and said, "I see."

Wen Wang also gradually understood and shook his head lightly.

Shi Xuexin was still showing off, but Shen Xinghe was impatient. He immediately said, "I've seen this car in a car magazine before. It's an antique car. Not only is it expensive, but the most important thing is that its safety is the best. Many people have bought it to pick up and send their children to school. The value of this car is about... seven digits and above."

Shi Xuexin was surprised. "How is that possible?"

She looked down on Shen Xinghe and naturally did not think that he knew anything about cars. "You have never driven a car before, how would you know its price?"

"Just because I don't have a car doesn't mean I can't look at cars. I'm already saving up to buy a car. Although I can't afford this car, it doesn't stop me from studying it in magazines."

"Impossible!" Shi Xuexin hated this car to the core. It was not western at all. How could it be a luxury car?

"Impossible? Just look," Shen Xinghe said. "Go ahead and search for yourself. I've forgotten what car it is."

Lin Yao and Wen Wang did not speak anymore. Xia Peifeng did not say anything either.

The director and cameraman also gradually realized that the situation was different from what Shi Xuexin had said.

From the beginning, everything Shi Xuexin said did not seem to be the case.

At first, everyone believed her and pitied her, but gradually, they realized that she was exaggerating.

No one spoke.

Shi Xuexin immediately shook her head and rebutted, "That's impossible. Shen Xinghe, don't spout nonsense. The school I attended when I was young was average, and the tutor hired for me was average as well. How could this car be the luxury car you mentioned?"

Just then, a car drove over.

The production team said to Shi Jin, "Shi Jin, is there a guest?"

Only then did Shi Jin remember that it was Old Master Li's birthday tomorrow. Many people from the countryside would come to visit one day in advance, and she had almost forgotten about this.

She said, "I'll go take a look."

"Can the cameraman follow you?" the director asked.

"Sure." Before Shi Jin returned, Old Master Li had already greeted the villagers. No one minded.

Wen Wang and Lin Yao did not want to stay with Shi Xuexin anymore. They followed Shi Jin's footsteps and walked over.

It was a plain-looking middle-aged man wearing glasses. He looked familiar too, but no one could remember where they had seen him or who he was.

Shi Jin recognized him immediately and greeted, "Teacher Tian!"

"Shi Jin is back?"

Teacher Tian held the vegetables in his hand. "I'm here to visit Old Master Li. I didn't expect you to be here. Is Xuexin here too?"

When Shi Xuexin saw her childhood math teacher, she could not help snorting in her heart. Didn't these people not believe her? Didn't they think that she was deliberately trying to scare them?

She immediately said, "Teacher Tian, thank you for coming to tutor me when I was young. Although my math results are average, I still miss you."

Bullet screen: "He doesn't look like a good math teacher."

"Shi Xuexin has indeed suffered."

"If she suffered, why would she be taking such a good car to school?"

"Wait, did you notice that Teacher Tian looks familiar?"

"Ah, I realized it too."

Lin Yao was the first to recognize Teacher Tian. He said, "Teacher Tian, are you the mathematician who helped everyone solve the problem in the previous 6G technology field?"

Teacher Tian adjusted his glasses. "That's the collective credit of everyone. I was just in a more advantageous position."

The comments exploded. "So he is really Tian Qihao, the one who conquered 6G technology and created the Industrial Revolution!"

"I searched him up, he's a mathematician!"

"He was Shi Xuexin's math tutor!"

"Shi Xuexin's math tutor is a great mathematician and the leader of new technology!"

"Is this Shi Xuexin's so-called poor education?"

"I just want to ask, who exactly is Grandpa Li?"

At that moment, Shi Xuexin's face was filled with a myriad of emotions. The feeling of being slapped in the face was painful and ruthless. There was also a hint of frustration and disbelief.

Tian Qihao said to Shi Jin, "Where's Elder Li?"

"He might have gone to help the villagers see the new seedlings. Teacher Tian, do you want to sit down for a while?"

"No, I'm just bringing some vegetables over. These are the new dishes that the team over there has experimented on. Let's bring them over for Elder Li to appraise. I'm still busy, so I'll come back tomorrow."

Shi Jin did not ask him to stay and Tian Qihao left hurriedly.

Lin Yao came back to his senses and asked, "Shi Jin, what exactly is Grandpa Li doing here?"

"Nurturing new seedlings, raising students, planting fruit trees, and some research," Shi Jin said simply. "Taizhou Town produces Chinese medicine ingredients and fresh fruits now. Fish and pork can also be supplied to the city and its neighbors."

After saying that, she glanced at Shi Xuexin before retracting her gaze.

Lin Yao thought for a moment and said, "Shi Jin, the Chinese painting hanging in Shi Xuexin's room seems to be the work of the Chinese painter, Lin Kang. Is it real?"

Actually, he could tell the moment he went in. It was just that he wasn't sure at that time and didn't ask.

"That should be the case. Master Lin was the teacher that Grandpa hired for Shi Xuexin to teach her Chinese arts. It's normal for his works to be at home."

Shi Xuexin was completely flustered. "What did you say?"

"I said that Master Lin's works are hanging in your room."

Shi Xuexin's face turned pale. Was Master Lin actually Lin Kang? Was it that Lin Kang?

Her Chinese Arts teacher was Liu Xueyuan, and Lin Kang was Liu Xueyuan's senior..

Chapter 492: Without These, She Was Nothing

Even though they were about the same age, age wasn't the most important thing in the art world. Lin Kang had been famous for a longer time than Liu Xueyuan, and he had long crushed Liu Xueyuan in terms of reputation.

She had never expected that her initial Chinese Art teacher would be Lin Kang.

At that moment, everyone had completely understood. They could not help looking at Shi Xuexin with mixed emotions.

Wen Wang kept shaking his head in his heart. This time, he was completely disappointed in Shi Xuexin.

After the camera gave Shi Xuexin a close-up shot, it stopped showing her.

At this moment, the bullet screen was also buzzing.

"So Shi Xuexin's mathematics teacher is a great mathematician and technology expert, Tian Qihao?"

"Her Chinese Art teacher is Lin Kang?"

"I dare say that the teachers that Elder Li hired for her are all top-notch! It's just that we still don't know who they are!"

"You can tell from the piano and violin in her room that Old Master Li has always treated her well."

"Yet she said that she had learned everything from the Shi family. If not for the enlightenment in Taizhou Town, she would not have achieved anything even if she returned to the Shi family."

"She always thought that she was smart, but she didn't know that without these enlightenments, she was nothing!"

The director went to find Grandpa Wang privately to understand the situation.

Grandpa Wang sat there and said indifferently, "That's not all. Her piano teacher was Song Huaixian, and her violin teacher was Zhu Junrong. The other subjects were all taught by Elder Li. Usually, Elder Li would personally lead her and teach her word by word. However, she was always depressed. I don't know what she was thinking..."

When Grandpa Wang said this, his tone was filled with complaints.

"Old Master Li had sacrificed so much. After Shi Xuexin returned, she cut off all contact with Old Master Li and avoided him. Now, she even slandered the Li family for dragging her down back then, causing her to not have a better life."

Grandpa Wang had wanted to say this for a long time. Now, he could spit it out easily. "If it wasn't for the initiation education she received here back then, how could she have become so outstanding? Everything she looked down on was the foundation for her future development.

"Especially her violin and piano. From what I heard, ever since she returned to the Shi family, she has only regressed and hasn't made any progress. She can even be praised because of Song Huaixian and Zhu Junrong's shadows in her playing style. Director, you've seen it yourself. When has Old Li ever mistreated her?"

The director was shocked when he heard the names that were like thunderclaps.

He immediately asked, "So, Elder Li..."

He already had an answer in his heart.

He immediately got someone to find an uncommon high-grade book and flipped to the first page. As expected, Elder Li's name was first.

Physicist, biologist, agronomist, academician of the Academy of Agricultural Sciences. He had rejected European and American invitations more than fifty years ago to stay in China.

More than twenty years ago, because of the country's backwardness, he had been leading his students to do research and support agriculture.

Although he was only living in Taizhou Town, besides his proud students, there were also many top talents in various industries surrounding him. In this courtyard, it could truly be said that there was no such thing as a free lunch.

It was obvious that Song Huaixian, Zhu Junrong, and company were only willing to teach Shi Xuexin because of him. However, these precious talents from various industries were not particular about their food and clothing. They looked very ordinary, which was why Shi Xuexin treated them as dispensable country teachers.

In reality, they only spent the time that other people spent eating and dressing up on their professional knowledge.

After the director interviewed Grandpa Wang and found out about Elder Li's identity, the entire program team quickly spread the news.

Lin Yao nodded. "That's right. When I first saw Elder Li, I already felt that he wasn't an ordinary person."

The rest of them had already had a premonition. When they saw Shi Xuexin's room, when they saw all her decorations and items, when they saw the old car.

Everyone did not dare to speak loudly in front of Old Master Li. When they could not help being cautious in front of him, everyone had a premonition. However, the director confirmed this premonition for everyone.

Because everyone was only discussing in low voices, the audience and fans watching the live broadcast did not fully confirm Elder Li's identity. However, this did not stop people from searching for the truth based on clues.

Then, everyone exploded. "Oh my god, Elder Li's identity shocked my entire family!"

"I always thought that Best Actor Li and Shi Jin came from mediocre backgrounds. In the end, they completely crushed Shi Xuexin, okay?"

"How could Shi Xuexin have the audacity to send out that kind of statement, saying that she had learned all sorts of things through her own hard work. Now, it seems that she was able to get into Imperial Capital University because of Elder Li's teachings!"

"Shi Jin is the one who suffered. Although the Shi family is indeed rich, how can these teachers be hired with money?"

"How are these just teachers? This is a top tier enlightenment group, a King Bomb level."

"If my daughter had lived in her own family since she was young, she would have exploded a long time ago. She is the one who has been suffering, okay?"

"And you saw it. Shi Xuexin really did not come back to visit Old Master Li after she left."

"Shi Xuexin is really stupid. She really doesn't know what she has gotten or what value she has!"

"Ha, let's just call this episode 'Exposing Shi Xuexin'!"

Wen Wang and Lin Yao were discussing something in low voices. And Shen Xinghe was asking Shi Jin all sorts of questions.

"My head hurts a little. I need to go to my room." Shi Xuexin immediately exited the live stream and walked towards a room at the side. She rushed into the washroom and vomited violently. She vomited until she had almost nothing left, even her gallbladder was empty.

She clenched her fists. Other than regret, her heart was filled with hatred.

She hated Old Master Li for never mentioning this to her. She hated Grandpa Wang and the others for only looking at her as if she was a joke. They had never reminded her that the Li family had such a deep background.

She hated them for hiding everything from her and treating her like a joke. However, she forgot that after she returned to the Shi family, Old Master Li would visit her every year and send her things every year. Not only did she not meet him, but she even encouraged Shi Jin to not take those things either. She even hid it from Shi Jin and returned everything to Old Master Li.

The hurt she gave was far greater than Old Master Li's kindness..

Chapter 493: Became A Joke

Shi Xuexin was caught in her own trap. She wrapped herself up in that circle and turned around, blaming others for not letting her out.

A day and night of recording ended.

Shi Xuexin did not appear again.

When they left, Old Master Li brought a few villagers with him and brought over chicken, duck, fish, fresh fruits, and so on for the guests and staff.

Even Wen Wang, who was the most difficult to deal with, accepted it readily and put it into the trunk of the nanny van with great care.

Xia Peifeng smiled and said, "Grandpa Li, I'll come over to try your new watermelon during the summer break. You can't reject me."

"Of course you're welcome." Old Master Li smiled. "When the time comes, I welcome everyone back."

Shen Xinghe said, "Then I will take Grandpa Li seriously."

"I'm just afraid that you won't come back. Look at the rich yields in the fields. Now that the young people are slowly returning, it's best that you drive the largest car back. Otherwise, I'm afraid you won't be able to store the new breed." Old Master Li smiled magnanimously.

Everyone laughed.

After the episode of Come to My Home ended, Shi Jin and the Li family had gained enough attention. Most of the comments on the trending topics were related to Old Master Li.

# Want to eat Grandpa Li's watermelon #

# I want to eat the corn developed by Grandpa Li #

# I want to eat roast whole lamb #

# Old Master Li's Identity #

# Shi Jin's Life #

# Please treat Shi Jin well, otherwise she will go back and inherit a billion yuan of fertile land #

Shi Xuexin, on the other hand, received the biggest scolding in history. The fans she just gained all left, expressing that they would never be fans of such ingrates again.

The name of the ingrate followed closely behind her name.

The viewership ratings for this show had also reached the peak of all the episodes. It was ten times higher than the previous episode of the concert with the highest viewership ratings.

Shi Jin did not go back with the rest. Instead, she stayed behind to celebrate Old Master Li's birthday.

Shi Xuexin returned to the Shi family with a pale face.

Yu Xiuhua originally didn't pay much attention to the program and was playing mahjong with a few rich and powerful ladies.

When she heard that Shi Xuexin had gone to the countryside, Madam Chen, who was sitting opposite her, could not help but say, "That must be tough, right? It's such a cold day. If you can't eat or sleep well, will you catch a cold?"

"What can we do? That's Shi Jin's house." Yu Xiuhua pouted.

"Aren't you concerned about Xuexin?"

"It just so happens that there's a premium episode. Let's watch it together. Speaking of which, it's really strange. Why did Shi Jin have to pick a mountain ditch to record a show? It made me lose interest in watching this episode, even with Lin Yao there," said Mrs. Li.

Madam Huang looked down on Yu Xiuhua and pursed her lips. "Xuexin hasn't been back for so many years. No matter what, she should go back and take a look."

As she spoke, Madam Li opened the premium episode.

"Xuexin has become more beautiful." Madam Chen smiled as she spoke.

"I hate this countryside. It's not attractive at all." Madam Li shook her head.

Madam Huang said, "Don't say that. It has been developing well all these years."

As the four of them played mahjong and watched TV, Madam Chen said, "But, Madam Shi, you have to be careful. Don't let your poor relatives get involved with you. It'll be so annoying."

"That's right, I'm also afraid of this." Yu Xiuhua made a disgusted expression.

The four of them looked at each other casually. Suddenly, Madam Huang said, "Did you see that? The Li family doesn't seem like an ordinary rural family."

"Impossible." When Yu Xiuhua picked up Shi Xuexin, she had gone to Taizhou Town once. It didn't look like a good place.

She quickly glanced at the television and realized that the comments had already blurred the show.

It turned out that everyone was currently discussing the identity of the math teacher and Old Master Li.

This episode was a highlighted episode. In other words, many people already knew of their identities and came to watch it again.

Madam Huang switched off the bullet screen and saw Shi Xuexin standing there with a pale face. There was a close-up shot.

Madam Huang smiled and said, "So this is the identity of the Li family. I knew it. When Xuexin came back, her upbringing and manner of speech were really not for show. It turns out that they had nurtured her for so many years."

Madam Li and Madam Chen revealed slightly embarrassed expressions.

Madam Huang didn't have a good relationship with Yu Xiuhua to begin with, so when she saw the situation, she smiled again. "No wonder when Xuexin just came back, those teachers and the rest all said that she had outstanding talent. Now that I think about it, she doesn't have any talent, it's all because her previous teachers taught her well."

"Stop talking!" Yu Xiuhua was frustrated.

Initially, she had wanted to see the Li family make a fool of themselves, but in the end, Shi Xuexin became the joke instead. The entire Shi family became a joke.

"What's there not to say?" Madam Huang picked up her bag. "Some people are stupid. They tried their best to cut ties with the Li family years ago. If it were me, I would put effort into building a good relationship with Shi Jin and her family. Come to think of it, even without Shi Jin's background, can't you have gotten along well with Shi Jin? After all, she was your daughter who you've raised for twelve years."

After Madam Huang finished mocking her, she walked out gracefully.

Yu Xiuhua was so angry that she wanted to rush forward to find trouble, but after considering the current situation of the Shi family, she could only forget about it.

Madam Chen and Madam Li also picked up their bags and left.

When they left, Shi Xuexin was walking into the house.

When Shi Xuexin saw their eyes, she understood everything. She knew that she had become a joke in the eyes of everyone and had been reduced to a state where everyone looked down on her.

She bit her lip hard, knowing that she was at the end of her rope.

"Mother." When she saw Yu Xiuhua, her voice was hoarse and unpleasant to hear.

For a moment, Yu Xiuhua didn't know what to say. Shi Xuexin's expression also showed that everything that happened on the show was not baseless. She waved her hand. "Go rest."

Shi Xuexin walked upstairs gloomily.

Yu Xiuhua caressed her stomach. She knew that she could no longer count on Shi Xuexin.

Right now, the only hope of the Shi family was Old Master Shi. He was the only one who had the money and connections to support the Shi family. However, Old Master Shi would not do such things for Shi Xuexin.

She could no longer rely on Shi Xuexin.

***

Shi Jin stayed in Taizhou Town to celebrate Old Master Li's birthday.

His birthday was the next day, so at night, Shi Jin followed Grandpa Wang to check if the household supplies were ready.

There were already villagers who sent food and necessities over. Grandpa Wang remembered Old Master Li's words and accepted the gifts. However, he remembered who sent them clearly.

"Shi Jin, your grandfather refused to accept their gifts in the past, but they insisted on giving it to us. We had no choice, but to accept it first. In the future, we will use other methods to repay them.."

Chapter 494: Did You Splash Her On Purpose?

Grandpa Wang smiled and said, "But in my opinion, Old Master Li has already given everything back to them. This place has long become a rich and fertile field, becoming everyone's real home."

Shi Jin looked into the distance and said with a smile, "What grandpa did was very noble."

"Of course." Grandpa Wang lit a cigarette and started smoking.

Amidst the smoke, Shi Jin saw a familiar car driving towards them.

Grandpa Wang stood up and Shi Jin had already strode over.

The car stopped in front of her and Fu Xiuyuan's handsome face appeared.

Shi Jin smiled in surprise. "Didn't you just go back?"

"It's grandpa's birthday tomorrow. I'm here to celebrate with him. I'll bring you home too." Fu Xiuyuan got out of the car and walked to Shi Jin's side.

Old Master Li's laughter could be heard from behind. "Oh, you. You were afraid that I would keep Shi Jin longer, so you couldn't wait to pick her up."

Fu Xiuyuan didn't deny it and said with a faint smile, "It's mainly to celebrate Grandfather's birthday."

"Hahaha." Old Master Li laughed. "Let's go in first."

***

After Old Master Li's birthday, Shi Jin did not stay for long and rushed back to the capital with Fu Xiuyuan.

Shi Jin went to the set and a car followed behind her.

She turned back to have a look. Fu Xiuyuan said softly, "I've arranged four bodyguards for you. I'm worried about Shi Xuexin being on set."

Shi Jin nodded gently. "Yes."

"If anything happens with Shi Xuexin..."

"I understand, I'll tell you. Don't worry, with her level, she won't be able to touch me."

Fu Xiuyuan placed his hand on her hair and smiled slightly.

Shi Xuexin had also arrived at the set. As soon as she entered the set, she was told that her scenes were once again reduced.

"Why?"

"There's no reason why. The screenwriter has gained more and better inspiration for the role of Shi Jin and has already obtained the approval of the entire production team," the assistant director told her. "So now, we have added some of her scenes."

In other words, the unimportant scenes would be reduced.

All of this had happened because of the live broadcast. As Shi Xuexin's reputation plummeted, the screenwriter's ideas followed the trend.

Shi Jin only found out about this after entering the set. She briefly looked at the script and felt that there was nothing wrong with it. She replied, "Okay."

When she sat down to do her makeup, Zhu Junrong sent her a message. "Shi Jin, don't you have a violin you need to fix? Do you need me to inform your eldest senior brother?"

"No need, Elder Zhu. I don't have a violin to fix."

Wen Wang's violin naturally had nothing to do with her.

Zhu Junrong didn't insist and casually chatted with her about the shoot. "When are you free? Come with me for more tours and meet more people."

Shi Jin agreed to everything.

Shi Xuexin returned to her dressing room. Her assistant was gone, and the makeup artist was putting on makeup for the others and told her to wait.

She pinched her palms and walked to the props team.

"Miss Shi." The props team knew that there was a power behind her, so their tone was very polite.

Turning around, the props team discussed in a low voice, "In a while, this bottle will be splashed on Shi Jin's face, and it needs to look like it's bubbling and hurting Shi Jin's face. Mixing detergent with beer will do. As for the wound, it will be done with post-production special effects and makeup."

"Alright, I'll do it now."

"Did you tell Shi Jin? Is she allergic to anything?"

"Shi Jin said it was okay."

"Okay, I'll work on it."

Everyone busied themselves with their work. After they were done, they placed the prop potion aside.

Shi Xuexin had already retreated and no one noticed her.

A moment later, she was back. When no one was looking, she poured the chemical cleaning products she had gotten from the cleaner into the potion and shook it. Then she glanced around and stepped back.

Shi Jin's scenes began.

This time, it was her and Shen Xinghe's scene. Shen Xinghe's role was to pour the potion on her face.

After Shi Xuexin's scenes were reduced, there were no more scenes for her today, but she didn't leave. Instead, she stayed by the director's side and waited for the scene to start.

Her expression was calm, but her hands were clenched tightly, betraying her true emotions.

Shi Jin felt strange when she saw her standing near her.

Another actor said, "I heard from Shi Xuexin that she's staying to watch everyone's scenes. It seems like she knows how to work hard now."

Shi Jin did not think that she had such intentions, but filming was about to start, so she didn't think too much about it.

Shen Xinghe quickly got into character. Holding the bottle of medicine, he shouted angrily, "Demoness, I will enforce justice on behalf of the heavens today!"

Next, Shi Jin made a defensive move. However, Shen Xinghe was highly skilled and had come prepared. Therefore, more than half of it landed on her face.

Just as Shi Jin was about to cover herself, Shen Xinghe raised his hand and poured the potion on Shi Xuexin's face.

The turn of events was too sudden. Shi Xuexin covered her face with her hands and let out a scream!

Shen Xinghe did it on purpose, so the potion sprayed on Shi Xuexin's face.

"Ah!"

Everyone was also stunned. Someone shouted, "Quickly bring some water over."

"Don't worry, Miss Shi. This is the detergent mixed with beer. It's a little uncomfortable, but it'll be fine after washing it. There won't be any big problems."

Shen Xinghe quickly said, "I'm sorry, my hands shook."

No one had time to blame Shen Xinghe as they helped Shi Xuexin up. Her screams were a little scary and shrill.

The first person who went up to wash her face was shocked to find that her skin was swollen and festering. "This is..."

"Send me to the hospital!" Shi Xuexin's voice was shrill and miserable.

Everyone also realized that something was wrong. Someone immediately called the emergency number.

The props team was shocked. "What's going on?"

"Leave the medicine for inspection."

"Send her to the hospital immediately! Bring these props with you!"

The director was also very angry. "Deal with it immediately!"

Only then did Shen Xinghe realize that the matter had blown up. He waved his hand. "I didn't do it on purpose..."

Shi Jin stood at the side and took in everything. If the medicine was splashed on her face, the consequences would be similar.

She pulled Shen Xinghe aside. "You splashed her on purpose?"

"I did it on purpose, but I did not know that the chemicals inside could cause such serious injury." Shen Xinghe immediately told her the truth. "I saw her sneakily putting something inside the potion, so I wanted to teach her a lesson and let her experience the consequences herself.. I also did not know what was inside..."

Chapter 495: Accident

"Alright, since you didn't do it on purpose, no matter who asks you, just insist that it was an accident caused by a slip of the hand. The police will naturally investigate her injury."

She was worried that Boss Xiang would cause trouble for Shen Xinghe. However, if it was a slip of the hand, Shen Xinghe would have no responsibility.

If it wasn't for Shen Xinghe, the potion would have splashed on her face.

The director also felt a lingering fear. He went up to check on Shi Jin's condition and only felt relieved when he saw that her skin was unharmed.

He promised Shi Jin, "Shi Jin, don't worry. I will definitely cooperate with them to find out the truth."

Everyone in the props team was trembling in fear. There was a problem with the props that they made.

They didn't know how much they would be implicated, nor did they know if Boss Xiang would find trouble with them.

The news from the hospital quickly came back. "There is a high percentage of chemicals in the prop medicine that is very corrosive to the skin."

The props team was completely dumbfounded. "We really didn't do it!"

"I swear!"

"Shi Jin, we didn't!"

They were afraid that Shi Jin would have something against them because of this.

"Whether you have or not, the police will give you justice. If you have not done it, then just do your own thing." Shi Jin's expression was calm. However, her words made the props team feel more at ease. Yes, the police would not let such a person off. Instead of worrying, they might as well do their own things.

The rest began discussing in low voices. "I heard that Shi Xuexin's left cheek has been corroded and disfigured."

"Could it be Shen Xinghe's doing? After all, they have a long history."

"It's hard to say..."

Naturally, Shen Xinghe was brought over for investigation.

Shi Jin instructed Yao Jiahong to bring his lawyer and bodyguards over to accompany Shen Xinghe.

Naturally, they could not film today's scenes. When they heard that Shi Xuexin had already been disfigured, the producer immediately arranged for people to visit her at the hospital while further reducing her scenes.

The scenes of the two female leads were now all about the single female lead.

The good thing was that the screenwriter was very capable. Under such circumstances, the screenwriter was able to turn the tide and ensure the integrity of the story.

When Shi Jin walked out of the set, she saw Fu Xiuyuan's car parked in the car park.

He was leaning against the car door and making a call. The moment she appeared, his gaze shifted over and he put the phone away. His expression was relaxed and relieved.

The filming didn't take long today, but Shi Jin was exhausted. However, when she walked to his side, her fatigue disappeared.

"Let's go home," Fu Xiuyuan held her hand and said softly.

"I want to go to the hospital first," said Shi Jin.

Fu Xiuyuan did not object. He would accompany her wherever she went.

When they arrived at the hospital, there was an endless stream of people from the production team who came to offer their condolences. However, no one saw Shi Xuexin, they were all chased out by her manager.

When the manager saw Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan appear, her expression turned ugly. She said, "Xuexin said she won't see anyone."

Fu Xiuyuan looked up and sized up the manager coldly.

Under his gaze, for some reason, the manager's aura weakened and could not help, but move aside to let Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan enter.

The manager consoled herself. This was a hospital. Shi Jin would not do anything rash.

Shi Jin walked in. Shi Xuexin was throwing things.

Her face was wrapped in gauze and bleeding profusely. Although she couldn't see how she was injured, it was obvious that it wasn't a light injury.

The skin on the face was the hardest to heal.

It was obvious that Shi Xuexin's face was completely ruined.

A shard of the mirror landed by Shi Jin's feet, splashing a pile of tiny fragments. Shi Jin did not even blink. However, Fu Xiuyuan's movement of turning his body included her in his protection.

Shi Xuexin's eyes were revealed. They were bloodshot and looked terrifying.

"Shi Jin, you're satisfied now! You've made me like this, and now you're satisfied!" Shi Xuexin's voice had long lost its usual gentleness and propriety. It had turned hysterical and was as manic as a female beast.

"What do I have to be satisfied with? Your face can't even compare to one ten-thousandth of mine. What does it matter if your face gets hurt or not?"

Upon hearing Shi Jin's words, Shi Xuexin burst out laughing maniacally. "Hahahaha, you're lying! If you don't care, why would you let Shen Xinghe splash water on me? You're just jealous! You just want to occupy all the high ground in front of me! Shi Jin, admit it, you did this to me on purpose! You came here to see me suffer!"

She rushed over, but was kicked to the ground by Fu Xiuyuan.

Her hands were riddled with scars and looked ghastly.

She lay on the ground, her entire face covered in tears and saliva. It was a horrible sight.

"Indeed, I came to see you on purpose. I also wanted to help you recall a small story from a few years ago." Shi Jin curled his scarlet lips and said calmly, "A few years ago, a vicious young lady placed a sponge toy with a sharp blade and instigated her friends to attack another person. They all thought that it was impossible for a sponge toy to injure someone. At most, it would only humiliate the other party. However, they never expected that someone had already put a blade in it, causing a long scar to appear on the face of the person they humiliated."

Shi Xuexin had obviously forgotten about this matter. She suddenly raised her head and looked at Shi Jin. That's right, there was a long scar on Shi Jin's face back then. It ran across her face and was extremely ugly.

Shi Jin smiled and said, "You remember now? It's good that you remember now. At that time, I was injured and my face was covered in blood. What did you say? You said that your friends were careless and were only joking with me. I was overreacting and accidentally touched a blade, injuring myself. Then, everyone believed what you said and felt that I was really insensible. I couldn't even take a joke so I ended up like this. Those friends that you instigated and made use of were just casually reprimanded by their parents. As for you, your mother did not even say anything harsh to you. Do you still think that you are innocent? "

Shi Xuexin glared at Shi Jin. "So? So you're satisfied now that I'm injured?"

"I am very satisfied. Do I have to feel sorry for you? What right do you have to make me feel sorry for you?" Shi Jin's words were cold and emotionless.

Shi Xuexin's hands were filled with broken glass and her entire body was in pain. She did not know what was more painful as her entire body was numb..

Chapter 496: What Do You Want Me To Do?

Fu Xiuyuan's heart was gripped tightly as well. Shi Jin had never mentioned the injury on her face, nor did she mention the pain or the discomfort.

Now that he knew the whole story, he realized that she had suffered far more than he had imagined.

His eyes were bloodshot and pained as he looked at Shi Xuexin with murderous eyes.

Sensing his hostility and killing intent, Shi Xuexin kept retreating. She was afraid. His gaze and aura were even more ferocious than a fiend from hell. It made her feel as though her throat was being strangled, as though it could be snapped at any moment.

Shi Jin also sensed Fu Xiuyuan's emotions, so she grabbed his hand.

Fu Xiuyuan turned around. When he looked at Shi Jin, his eyes were filled with gentleness and love.

"I'll settle my own matters." Shi Jin's voice was firm.

At that moment, Fu Xiuyuan's murderous intent intensified.

She said in a low voice, "I know you can help me, but I still want to solve it myself."

Fu Xiuyuan's eyes gradually dimmed and he didn't continue forward.

Shi Jin walked forward calmly. "Not only am I not sorry, but I'm also very pleased. Do you know that you've put a lot of things in this potion? It's enough to disfigure someone. However, fortunately, someone poured it on your face.

Shen Xinghe did not know anything, he only knew that she had done something to the potion. In the end, the one who would suffer the consequences was herself.

Isn't it very similar to that grand occasion back then? How is it? Does it feel great to be abandoned by everyone after being injured?"

Shi Xuexin bit her lip hard. "My advertisements are gone. My scenes are gone. I have nothing left. You don't have to tell me about it."

"How can I not tell you specifically? I still have to tell you that the doctor said that your face can no longer be restored. It will only leave scars crisscrossing all over." Shi Jin smiled and said, "Even the best surgeons can't do anything about these scars."

"What are you trying to do?" Shi Xuexin asked, shivering when she heard those words.

Shi Jin's tone was calm, but the pressure was tightly wrapped around Shi Xuexin. "What you're going through now is similar to what I went through back then. There are still so many people visiting you now. What are you worried about with such a good doctor treating you?"

Shi Xuexin covered her face. "Heh, didn't you say that no matter how good a doctor is, they can't treat disfiguration?"

"Even my face can be cured. You can do the same." Shi Jin's face was smooth and flawless.

Her standing there was the best proof. She didn't need any extra words to give people hope.

Shi Xuexin's eyes lit up. "Shi Jin, what do you want me to do? What exactly do you want me to do?"

"Tell everyone what you have done," Shi Jin said calmly.

Shi Xuexin immediately sat back down.

Impossible. Her reputation had already hit rock bottom. How was she going to survive after this? Was she really going to be hated by everyone?

Shi Jin whispered to Fu Xiuyuan, "Let's go."

The two of them left together, their footsteps firm.

Just as Shi Jin and Fu Xiuyuan were about to leave the door, Shi Xuexin snapped out of her daze and asked loudly, "Shi Jin, if I tell the truth and apologize, can you really help me?"

"The choice is in your hands," Shi Jin said without turning back. She disappeared quickly.

Shi Xuexin collapsed into a pile of trash once again.

At the side, Shi Xuexin's manager, who had heard the whole story, looked at Shi Xuexin differently now. She had always thought that Shi Xuexin was really a generous young lady. Her relationship with Boss Xiang was just a matter of love, and outsiders had no say in it. Only now did she realize that she was such a person. Even the potion was her own doing.

"Shi Xuexin, I think Shi Jin's suggestion is very correct. You'd better confess openly. That way, you can save your face."

***

When Shi Jin returned to the car, she was really tired. She rubbed her brows.

Fu Xiuyuan reached out and pulled her into his arms. "Rest for a while."

"Mm." She leaned into Fu Xiuyuan's arms, as if she had found a safe harbor to lean on. That sense of security surrounded and drowned her, gradually easing her nerves.

A moment later, she fell asleep.

Sensing that her fingers were slightly numb, Shi Jin moved her body and realized that she was still in Fu Xiuyuan's arms.

"What time is it?" Shi Jin asked softly.

It was only after she asked that she realized that the neon lights outside the window were already flashing. It had been at least a few hours since she left the hospital.

Fu Xiuyuan maintained this position and hugged her.

Even though she was sleeping, her fingers were still a little numb. Fu Xiuyuan was enduring the pressure from her in this position, so he was probably feeling even worse.

Fu Xiuyuan lowered his eyes, his gaze filled with love and cherish. "Do you still want to sleep for a while?"

"I've slept enough." Shi Jin sat up straight.

"Then it's almost time to eat." Fu Xiuyuan took off his jacket, draped it over her shoulders, and got out of the car with her.

When Shi Jin got out of the car, her legs went soft and she staggered.

It turned out that her legs were a little numb too. She didn't notice it just now. Fortunately, Fu Xiuyuan was around her and had already noticed her movements. He reached out and picked her up bridal style.

She was indeed a little tired, so she snuggled into Fu Xiuyuan's embrace with ease and let him carry her into Orchid Pavilion.

When she heard Butler Chen's voice, Shi Jin struggled to get down.

"Send dinner to the room." Fu Xiuyuan held her tightly and instructed Butler Chen.

Shi Jin could almost hear Butler Chen's kind laughter.

She felt that her reputation would be ruined here. On the other hand, Fu Xiuyuan's emotions did not fluctuate much as he steadily carried her upstairs.

Shi Jin's mind was in a whirl.

In this life, she had always felt that she was the one healing Fu Xiuyuan, but now that she thought about it, it had always been Fu Xiuyuan healing her. In front of every major accident and every time she was mentally exhausted, he would be by her side supporting her.

She might not need to rely on anyone, but with Fu Xiuyuan by her side, the meaning was completely different.

Back in the room, Fu Xiuyuan placed her on the bed.

He was about to get up when Shi Jin wrapped her arms around his neck and rested her face on his shoulder.

Fu Xiuyuan bent down slightly to accommodate her movements.

"Mr. Fu, I love you."

This was the first time she had used such words. Shi Jin was very sure that her current feelings were not reliance or repayment for his kindness in her previous life. She had unknowingly accepted this man's existence and importance in her life. She was sincerely putting him into the future of her life..

Chapter 497: Get Out Of The Crew

Fu Xiuyuan's straight shoulders slowly relaxed. His fingers curled and clenched tightly around his leg before he slowly regained his senses. The sparks in his heart started to burn, filling his heart to the brim.

His fingers slowly wrapped around her shoulders as he said in a low and powerful voice, "Shi Jin, I love you."

***

Shi Xuexin's apology was posted on Weibo.

Not only did she admit that she had added something in the potion to teach Shi Jin a lesson, but she also mentioned what she had done to her in the past, causing a scar to appear on her face.

She had no choice, but to say it. It was the lesser of two evils.

By saying it, she would be criticized by everyone and lose her social status, but if she didn't say it, she would lose her looks, Boss Xiang's trust, and her ability to rely on her looks in the future. She had to say it.

Shen Xinghe was respectfully escorted out by the police. The crew and props team heaved a huge sigh of relief. If the stalemate continued, both work and career would be affected.

Shi Xuexin's prediction was right. Everyone's criticism of her was so intense they almost ran out of words to scold her with.

It had only been a few days since the fair, rich, and beautiful woman had been reduced to this state.

Now, when she was mentioned, not only did she have the reputation of an 'ingrate', but it was also accompanied by 'vicious', 'despicable' and 'corrupted morals'.

Shi Jin's fans were also very fearful and requested to punish Shi Xuexin severely.

"Thank you, Shen Xinghe, for not letting this potion splash on our daughter's face."

"Shi Xuexin deserved it."

"The wicked will be punished by the wicked. Shi Xuexin, get out of the production team."

"Who still dares to work with her?"

"So she was also the one who caused the injury on Shi Jin's face in the past. Thank God she has recovered."

"That's right. It's hard to imagine the grievances Shi Jin suffered in the Shi family."

"When I heard the name Shi Xuexin, I wanted to vomit."

Shi Qing slapped Yu Xiuhua's face. "You told me that Shi Jin's face was injured by accident, so that's how it is?"

Yu Xiuhua covered her face. "I only heard it from them. I wasn't there."

"You're really... vicious!"

"I'm vicious? How badly could Shijin's face have been injured? There isn't even a scar now, which means there isn't much of a problem! Xuexin has already been punished. What else do you want me to do?"

"I don't have a daughter like that!"

Yu Xiuhua wanted to continue, but Shi Qing said coldly, "If you continue to defend her, we can only end here."

Yu Xiuhua gritted her teeth and said, "I'm already pregnant, do you not even want the son in my stomach?"

Shi Qing was stunned. The couple was almost 50 years old, and Yu Xiuhua was actually pregnant?

Yuxiu Hua said in a low voice, "I know that Xuexin is already like that, but in such a huge Shi family, it's impossible for there to be no successor and no one to manage it in the future. So..."

Shi Qing fell silent.

***

After Shi Xuexin revealed these two matters publicly, Shen Shuangnan directly requested to terminate the contract with her on the production team of "Love of a Lifetime." The final scenes could no longer be kept, and all the scenes had already been cut.

The female artiste who had replaced her had quickly entered the production team to make up for her losses. Not only had Shi Xuexin been replaced, she had to bear the losses and compensate the production team. Even Boss Xiang had nothing to say.

For the sake of Boss Xiang, the production team had done all they could for her. This time, they really could not protect her anymore.

"Come to My Home" had also issued an urgent notice, claiming that they would no longer work with Shi Xuexin. They would no longer use Shi Xuexin on any future episodes. In the programs that had already been recorded, the number of scenes would be greatly reduced. They would definitely not allow such a scum of society to come out and pollute everyone's vision.

Yao Jiahong summarized the information to Shi Jin.

Shi Jin glanced at it and said, "Leave it at that. I have nothing to say."

"Shi Xuexin called a few times. Do you want to answer?" Yao Jiahong asked.

Shi Jin had blacklisted Shi Xuexin long ago. Shi Xuexin couldn't get through to her, so she could only call Yao Jiahong.

Shi Jin reached out. "Give it to me."

Yao Jiahong hurriedly passed his phone over.

Shi Jin then turned on the speaker mode and placed the phone on the table.

Shi Xuexin's anxious voice was heard. "Shi Jin, why didn't you answer my calls?"

"If I didn't answer your call, who are you talking to right now?"

"Shi Jin, you promised me last time that you would help me treat the injuries on my face as long as I announced what I had done to the public. Now that I've announced everything, where are your medicines and the doctor?"

Shi Xuexin's voice was hurried and sharp.

Shi Jin leaned lazily against the back of the chair and said, "When did I agree to treat you?"

"Shi Jin, you!" Shi Xuexin's shrill voice was heard. "You went back on your words! You said that as long as I..."

"What promise did I make?"

Shi Xuexin was shocked by Shi Jin's question. She recalled that Shi Jin had indeed never promised to treat her injuries.

Shi Jin just said that her own face had been cured and used it as bait to lure Shi Xuexin in. She rushed out anxiously to clarify the situation and publicly apologize. However, when she thought about it carefully, Shi Jin did not mention anything about treating her.

"Shi Jin, you tricked me! How dare you trick me!"

"Why wouldn't I dare to?" Shi Jin's voice was cold and lazy. The sun shone on her shoulders and she was enveloped in gentleness and gold.

Shi Xuexin's sharp curses and frantic smashing sounds came from the other end.

Yao Jiahong took a step forward and took his phone. He was about to press the end call button.

Shi Jin said, "Let me say one last thing to her."

Yao Jiahong put down his phone.

Shi Xuexin also heard the commotion and was filled with hope once again.

Shi Jin's voice was calm. "Oh, right. I forgot to mention that I do have medicine."

"Give it to me! Give it to me! Shi Jin, give it to me. I'll promise you anything!"

Shi Xuexin was like a person on the brink of death, grasping at the last straw of hope. She had to grab hold of everything now. She had to save herself.

"That sort of medicine is extremely effective. It can allow one to not leave a single scar on their face. Even the most serious injuries can be healed."

"Shi Jin, what exactly do you want?"

"Unfortunately, that kind of medicine only works on knife wounds. It has no effect on the damage caused by chemicals. If only you were injured by a knife..."

"Shi Jin, you tricked me! Shi Jin..." Shi Xuexin's shrill voice sounded.

At the same time, Yao Jiahong had already hung up.

Shi Jin looked out of the window and saw Fu Xiuyuan walking over.

She felt his hands on her shoulders and felt his warmth through her clothes. Shi Jin felt at ease..

Chapter 498: Sorry For The Disturbance

"Actually, my medicine can even cure her injuries, but I don't want to give it to her, so I won't," Shi Jin said softly.

Fu Xiuyuan bent down and leaned close to her ear. "That's your choice. Some people don't deserve it."

Yao Jiahong nodded silently at the side, agreeing with Fu Xiuyuan's words. Shi Xuexin was not worthy.

Shi Jin smiled. Fu Xiuyuan said in a low voice, "Let's watch a movie together?"

"Which movie?"

Shi Jin turned around and saw the smile on Fu Xiuyuan's face. It was only then that she remembered that her first movie, "Glory of the Song Dynasty," had been released.

She immediately said, "I'll change immediately."

***

The storyline of "Glory of the Song Dynasty" wasn't focused on romance. Instead, it outlined the story of war and battle.

When the last scene was played in the cinema, Gu Zhao, played by Shi Jin, raised her spear and faced the vast grassland. Her voice was firm as she said, "For the people of Song Dynasty!"

"Shi Jin has really brought this role to life."

"She made me believe that Gu Zhao really exists."

"I want to watch it again immediately."

Shi Jin sat in the back row and could faintly hear the sounds coming from the front row. Her eyes were bright.

Fu Xiuyuan turned his head to look at her, his eyes filled with pride.

The two of them sat there until almost all the audience had left before they got up and walked out.

When they went out, it was almost time for dinner, so the two of them entered a restaurant close-by. Moments later, Shi Xuexin and Boss Xiang followed in.

Shi Xuexin and Boss Xiang had not been together for long and Boss Xiang was not sick of her yet. When he heard that she was weeping and complaining and her face revealed a pitiful look, Boss Xiang decided to stand up for her.

"Shi Jin really did it on purpose. She lied to me and made me admit those things on Weibo. I had no choice, but to admit to things that I didn't do, but she pretended that nothing had happened... Not only is she looking down on me, she's looking down on you, Boss Xiang." Shi Xuexin was weeping like a pear blossom bathed in rain. Half of her injured face was currently covered by a cap and a mask. Her eyes that were revealed could still show the beauty of the past.

Boss Xiang ignored her cries and strode in. He had been working in the underground for many years, and there was a murderous aura about him. Even Shi Xuexin was a little afraid as she followed closely behind him.

Wherever Boss Xiang passed, the waiters and customers would avoid him while trembling in fear. Fear appeared on everyone's faces, and they did not dare to provoke him.

Boss Xiang arrived at Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin's floor without any obstructions.

Shi Xuexin no longer had any hope of getting the medicine. She had already reached this stage and only wanted to drag Shi Jin down with her. Shi Jin definitely could not stay out of this.

Fu Xiuyuan and Shi Jin had already ordered their dishes. Hearing the commotion outside, Fu Xiuyuan frowned and looked outside.

Boss Xiang's valiant figure appeared at the door with a cigar in his hand. The scars on his face and palms were faintly discernible.

After he opened the door, he finally saw the person beside Shi Jin clearly for the first time.

The aura of the man sitting there was shockingly strong. Even though he looked calm, there was enough pressure. The air became thin and suffocating.

Boss Xiang had been in the industry for many years, but this was the first time he felt such an atmosphere.

Shi Jin raised her eyebrows and looked at him calmly. "Is there a reason Boss Xiang has come?"

Boss Xiang was originally holding a cigar in one hand and a lighter in the other. Last time, Shi Jin pointed at the anti-smoking sign on the wall in front of everyone. He had been slapped in the face. It was obvious that the action of holding the cigar was a huge provocation.

However, in front of Fu Xiuyuan, he did not light it.

"Shi Jin, Fu Xiuyuan, are you trying to deceive me on purpose because you don't respect Boss Xiang at all?" Shi Xuexin started to make things difficult when she saw the tense atmosphere.

Boss Xiang's hand that was holding the cigar froze. Fu Xiuyuan? The legendary Master Fu?

Even though he had been listening to Shi Xuexin talk about these things, he had not paid much attention to it previously and had no impression of it. It wasn't until he saw the real Fu Xiuyuan and combined this name together that he finally understood.

He put away his cigar and said to Fu Xiuyuan, "I'm sorry for disturbing you. I'll visit you again another day to apologize."

With that said, he glared fiercely at Shi Xuexin before turning to leave.

Shi Xuexin did not know what was going on, but she did not dare disobey him. She had no choice, but to follow him out.

"Boss..."

Shi Xuexin had just opened her mouth when Boss Xiang gave her a tight slap on the face. "Don't follow me anymore. Idiot, don't provoke people you shouldn't!"

He threw down a check and left without looking back.

Shi Xuexin sat on the ground after being slapped. She did not understand what had happened. She only had one thought in mind. It was over. She was completely finished!

The driver returned to the car and politely handed him a cigar.

He didn't take it and said, "I quit. From now on, no more cigars are allowed in the car or at home."

***

However, Shi Jin, who stayed in the restaurant, was a little surprised. "What's going on with Boss Xiang? He left just like that?"

"What else can he do, stay to eat?" Fu Xiuyuan handed her the chopsticks.

Shi Jin did not think much of it. However, when she thought of Shi Xuexin's scarred face and disheveled appearance, she felt that the rice in her bowl smelled even better.

While they were eating, Yao Jiahong sent a WeChat message: "Shijin, Glory of the Song Dynasty's first day box office has already reached more than 200 million. With tonight's box office, it will definitely reach 300 million!"

Shen Xinghe said, "Sis, I'm going to support your movie too! I've booked the whole venue to invite friends! It's really good! It's worth it!"

Gu Zehan: "Red packet."

Gu Jingyuan: "Red packet."

Old Master Li: "Red packet."

Gu Qingqing: "Red packet."

Li Juekai: "Red packet."

Su Ying: "Red packet."

Zhu Junrong: "Red packet."

There were even more red packets sent by her other friends as well.

Shi Jin had just finished collecting all the red packets when the producer and director also sent red packets.

Shi Jin: "Why are you giving me red packets for my high box office sales?"

"Can't we congratulate you?" Everyone replied with conviction.

Alright, Shi Jin accepted all of them and returned a few red packets in the group chat.

Fu Xiuyuan picked up some food for her and she smiled. "Mr. Fu, this meal is on me."

She showed Fu Xiuyuan the red packets in her phone.

Fu Xiuyuan glanced at it, then lowered his head thoughtfully and took out his phone.

Shi Jin's phone rang again and she looked down.

Ding.

Mr. Fu transferred 520,1314 yuan to you. Read in Chinese, these numbers were homophones for "I love you, for this lifetime and eternity."

Shi Jin stared at the number on her cell phone. She raised her hand to rub the space between her eyebrows and pursed her lips. Her heart started to race at this number..

Chapter 499: Pregnant

On this day, Shi Jin received a call from Fu Heyan after work.

"Shi Jin, can you accompany me to the hospital?"

"Sure. Are you feeling unwell anywhere?"

"Not really, but don't tell the others first." Fu Heyan said mysteriously.

Shi Jin did not think too much about it. She changed her clothes immediately and drove to the Qin residence to meet Fu Heyan.

Fu Heyan sat in the room. After putting down the phone, she still felt like she was in a dream.

She sat on the toilet bowl, holding a pregnancy test kit in her hand. Her feet were light and weak.

"Heyan?" Qin Sinian knocked on the bathroom door. "What took you so long? Are you feeling unwell anywhere?"

"N-nothing." Fu Heyan's voice was trembling.

She forced herself to calm down before opening the door and walking out.

"What's wrong? You look a little pale." Qin Sinian reached out to touch her forehead.

"Maybe I didn't sleep well last night. I feel a little dizzy."

"Then don't go out today. Rest at home. I'll get the family doctor to come over."

Fu Heyan quickly shook her head. "No need. I have an appointment with Shi Jin to go shopping."

Qin Sinian frowned, appearing very worried. However, since the other party was Shi Jin, he did not object. "Bring the chauffeur. Call me if anything happens."

"I will." Fu Heyan felt her heart racing. She felt like she was about to jump out of her skin.

When she looked at Qin Sinian, her gaze was obviously not right.

Qin Sinian saw a blush appear on her originally pale face and chuckled softly. "You want me to stay and accompany you?"

His tone was a little ambiguous and Fu Heyan nearly couldn't resist it. She pushed him and said, "How can you be like this in broad daylight?"

"What about me?" Qin Sinian teased her on purpose.

Fu Heyan's face turned even redder. "Alright, Shi Jin is coming over. You'll be embarrassed if she sees you."

Qin Sinian did not tease her anymore. After he went downstairs, he instructed the butler to arrange a car and bodyguards for Fu Heyan before leaving the Qin residence to go to the company.

When Shi Jin came over, Fu Heyan rushed downstairs cautiously.

"Sister." Shi Jin felt that Fu Heyan's expression was a little weird. "Where are you feeling unwell?"

"We'll talk about it after we get in the car."

The butler followed beside her. "Young Madam, Young Master has arranged for a chauffeur and car for you..."

"No need, I'm fine here." After Fu Heyan rejected, she pulled Shi Jin into the car.

Shi Jin tilted his head and looked at her. "Sister, I am a doctor. What's going on that you would rather see another doctor than tell me the situation? I will be worried."

Fu Heyan took a deep breath, took out her phone, and showed Shi Jin a photo.

It was a pregnancy test kit with two red lines.

Shi Jin also reacted for a moment before saying in surprise, "Yours?"

A blush appeared on Fu Heyan's face. "Yeah, I did it this morning. In order to get pregnant, weren't there all sorts of tests at home? I wanted to check on the ovulation day today, so I did this. In the end, I found out about the pregnancy. At that time, I panicked and called you."

She was a little incoherent.

"How was your period?"

"After drinking your medicine, it has always been stable, but it didn't come last month. It wasn't normal in the past anyway, so I didn't pay too much attention to it." As she said this, her expression became dejected again. "No, I had fake pregnancy symptoms before too. There were two lines, but in reality, it was just endocrine dysfunction."

The light in her eyes dimmed.

Shi Jin understood what she meant by telling her not to tell anyone.

Under uncertain circumstances, even Fu Heyan couldn't believe that she could get pregnant, so she was naturally afraid of letting others know. Her doubt and lack of security was truly heartbreaking.

Shi Jin whispered, "Give me your hand."

Fu Heyan reached out and placed her hand in front of Shi Jin.

Shi Jin stretched out her fingers and placed them on her pulse.

Fu Heyan nervously pursed her lips, filled with hope, but she did not dare to hold too much hope. She had experienced too much disappointment and pain.

Now, in front of Qin Sinian, she did not even dare to reveal any clues. She was afraid that she would cause Qin Sinian to experience an emotional rollercoaster with her, only for the ending to be disappointing.

Shi Jin became more cautious. She took several times longer than usual checking her pulse and checking it again and again.

Fu Heyan looked at her in fear. When Shi Jin was doing serious business, her expression was always serious and calm. There was no trace of emotion on her exquisite face.

After confirming it repeatedly, Shi Jin smiled. "Sister, congratulations."

"Are you saying that I really have one?" Fu Heyan looked at her in disbelief.

"It's true." Shi Jin smiled. "Congratulations to you and Brother-in-law."

"I..." Fu Heyan's face was filled with joy before she covered her face with her hands as tears flowed out.

Shi Jin knew that she was overjoyed. She also understood that Fu Heyan had suffered too much because she wanted a child.

Shi Jin reached out and patted Fu Heyan's shoulder, letting her lean against her.

Fu Heyan was crying, but her eyes were shining with joy. "Thank you, Shi Jin. Thank you so much."

"Sister, in order to confirm the baby's health, let's make a trip to the hospital first," Shi Jin suggested. "There are many ways of using modern medical technology that can help you scientifically and accurately."

"Yes, you're right." Fu Heyan wiped her tears and picked up her phone again, wanting to tell Qin Sinian about this, but after thinking for a while, she felt that it was better to say it in person.

She put down her phone. Shi Jin had already started the car.

Fu Heyan looked at Shi Jin for a long while before saying, "Shi Jin, I think you are our family's lucky star."

Shi Jin smiled. "You guys are my lucky stars too."

They had redeemed her two lifetimes and given her the most kindness and warmth.

Love was in two directions. In this life, everyone had given and received it.

Shi Jin and Fu Heyan chose to go to the big hospital of the Qin Family. The gynecology department there was one of the best in the capital.

Fu Heyan made an appointment with the doctor on her phone before getting out of the car.

The two of them walked towards the hospital. After taking a few steps, they saw Second Madam Qin walking towards them.

The moment she saw the two of them, she said, "Heyan, have you come to see Xiaozhi?"

Since the other party had already said so much, it would be unreasonable if Fu Heyan didn't ask. She nodded. "Second Aunt, Xiaozhi is in the hospital? What happened to her?"

"Let's go. We'll talk as we walk," said Second Madam Qin..

Chapter 500: Premature Birth

When Fu Heyan and Shi Jin heard that Fan Xiaozhi was hospitalized due to an accident, they naturally couldn't reject her. They planned to visit her first before coming back for Fu Heyan's checkup.

Second Madam Qin said, "Xiaozhi gave birth prematurely. The fetus is being resuscitated. Her body is also very weak, so it's not very good."

Fu Heyan was silent for a moment. "Then let her have a good rest."

Since she ran into them, she really could not avoid personally visiting Fan Xiaozhi.

When Fu Heyan and Shi Jin walked over, they heard Fan Xiaozhi crying in the corridor. Old Madam Qin was also there, sitting on the bench with an ugly expression.

Madam Qin sat next to Old Madam Qin.

Second Madam Qin went forward to persuade her. "Alright, the child is still undergoing surgery. Why are you crying here? Be quiet and wait."

"Grandma, Mom." Fu Heyan went up to greet Old Madam Qin and Madam Qin.

Shi Jin also greeted them.

Seeing Fu Heyan, before Old Madam Qin could say anything, Fan Xiaozhi rushed over with a pale face.

Shi Jin stopped her in front of Fu Heyan. "What are you doing?"

"What am I doing? I want to ask Fu Heyan what she's doing here. I gave birth prematurely. Is she here to laugh at me?" Fan Xiaozhi cried. "I usually respect her as my sister-in-law. I visit her a few times a week. Even when I'm pregnant, I visit her, but she won't let me in. She made me wait outside with a pregnant belly. I waited outside in the cold winter."

"This isn't the ancient times where you have to go greet your elders every day. Didn't Sister say that you should rest well since you're pregnant? You don't have to walk around," Shi Jin said calmly.

"I only went over because I respected her. She left me hanging, which resulted in me giving birth prematurely!" Fan Xiaozhi cried loudly.

Shi Jin could not help but laugh. "You should find a better reason to blame others. Your premature birth has nothing to do with Sister."

Second Madam Qin could not help but say, "Alright, Xiaozhi, let's not talk so much."

"Why can't I say it? I gave birth to a son this time! Fu Heyan couldn't give birth to a child herself, so she was jealous of me and deliberately played dirty tricks to let something happen to my son! Not only do I want to talk about her, but I also want to go back and check all the food I had eaten to see if anyone had drugged it!"

Fan Xiaozhi shouted loudly, evidently, this son's premature birth had caused her to break down.

Shi Jin did not want to argue with her about these useless questions. Useless people always blamed their problems on others, trying to find ways to shirk responsibility and reduce their own responsibilities.

"Sister, let's go first," said Shi Jin.

Old Madam Qin said sternly, "Alright, stop talking."

Fan Xiaozhi said bitterly, "Grandma, that's your precious grandson. I've been carrying him for so long, and now he's birthed prematurely. The moment he's born, he's in the resuscitation room... You can't just watch and not care about him! It's not that Fu Heyan doesn't want to give birth. She wants to give birth, but can't. She's afraid that after my child is born, it will threaten her position in the Qin family, so she used vicious means. She must have done something else and used other means. You have to seek justice for me."

These words were actually complete nonsense. Even Old Madam Qin did not believe it, but Fan Xiaozhi insisted on pestering her endlessly, she also felt heartache for her precious grandson who was in the midst of being saved, she could not ignore him completely.

"Alright, take a rest first. I'll give you an explanation." Old Madam Qin could only comfort her temporarily.

The lights in the operating theater went off.

The doctor and nurse pushed the baby out.

The baby's face was covered with a white cloth.

When Fan Xiaozhi saw this, her legs gave way and she fell to the ground.

Old Madam Qin could not bear to see it and shook her head.

When Second Madam Qin saw that her grandson had just been born and was gone, she couldn't help, but take a deep look at Fu Heyan, as if she believed Fan Xiaozhi's words.

When Qin Fan, who had rushed over, saw this scene, his face fell. After all, this was his child. He couldn't bear to see this and didn't dare to look at him anymore.

When Shi Jin saw this scene, she could only silently express her condolences.

Unexpectedly, Fan Xiaozhi suddenly stood up and rushed towards Fu Heyan, wanting to grab her.

Qin Fan was quick to stop her, but even with his strength, he could not stop the enraged Fan Xiaozhi.

She was certain that everything was Fu Heyan's responsibility. With astonishing strength, she dashed past Qin Fan and knocked into Shi Jin, causing her to stumble and arrive in front of Fu Heyan.

Fu Heyan's gaze turned cold as she stared at Fan Xiaozhi.

Fan Xiaozhi did not dare to act rashly under her cold stare.

Shi Jin had also seen through Fan Xiaozhi's act of using an excuse to go crazy and occupy the moral high ground. She used her pain to cover up her face of wanting to hurt Fu Heyan and shirk responsibility.

Fu Heyan looked at her and said in her unique voice, "You said that I purposely made you stand at the door in the middle of the day, causing you to give birth prematurely and target you. Are you even worthy? Even if you have a child, even if it's a son trying to compete with me for the Qin family. Are you worthy? In your poor mind, there's only this little matter of passing on the family line. A mother wants to rely on her son to get rich and try to pull me into the same situation as you. Are you worthy?"

Qin Fan had already rushed forward to pull Fan Xiaozhi back. "I'm sorry, Sister-in-law. Xiaozhi is insensible..."

"She's insensible, and so are the others. Are we just going to let her do whatever she wants?"

Old Madam Qin and Second Madam Qin looked at her awkwardly. Both of them had their own thoughts and were not completely innocent.

"Fan Xiaozhi, hurry up and apologize to your sister-in-law!" Old Madam Qin could no longer maintain her composure and shouted.

"I don't want an apology, and I don't want to bother with your lousy matters." Fu Heyan looked at Fan Xiaozhi, "You are just worried about losing your child and afraid of being blamed, so you want to drag me down with you. I pity you for the former, but for the latter, I only feel that you are evil and heartless. Fan Xiaozhi, let me warn you, don't ever appear in front of me again to cause trouble. Otherwise, even if you are pregnant and want to use the child in your womb to protect you, you have to see if you can protect yourself!"

Qin Fan looked ashamed. Fan Xiaozhi's real motive was exposed by her and his mind was buzzing.

"Heyan." Qin Sinian strode over.

Fu Heyan turned around and saw her husband's familiar figure. "Why are you here?"

Qin Fan said in a low voice, "I'm sorry, sister-in-law. I was afraid that things would blow up and hurt you, so..."

Qin Sinian strode over to Fu Heyan and said, "Who's causing trouble again?"