Chapter 127: Chapter 127: Punishing Xiao Jin?

“I… that was…”

Chu Xijin stammered, unable to speak. He didn’t want to lie to his aunt, but he also couldn’t explain the real situation.

“You already know how to use this gun, don’t you?” Mu Ran asked him.

Chu Xijin’s heart pounded like a drum, afraid that his aunt would think he was a bad kid. After hesitating, he ultimately nodded honestly.

“Take out the gun.” Mu Ran spoke coldly.

Reluctantly, Chu Xijin took out the gun his uncle gave him, his eyes fixed on his toes, not daring to look at his furious aunt.

“I’ll confiscate it. You’re not allowed to touch this kind of thing before you’re an adult. Even if you really need to in the future, not within the borders of Huaxia, understood?”

She hardly ever got angry with Xiao Jin.

Now, the serious warning made Chu Xijin feel intimidated, “I understand.”

Mu Ran was also having a headache.

Who exactly had Xiao Jin been exposed to? Was that bastard crazy, giving a five-year-old a handgun? Anyone with a bit of sense could tell they were up to no good.

Mu Ran was afraid of these things, even though Xiao Jin had been on the battlefield in ancient times and seen life and death, this is modern day.

What’s the point of playing with guns in this era!

Holding this gun, Mu Ran was even a bit afraid of an accidental discharge, accidentally harming herself.

“You’re a smart kid, I’ve always respected your thoughts, but you have to be clear about who you can and cannot associate with!”

“Okay.” Chu Xijin responded weakly, sticking out his hand, palm up, “Auntie, I was wrong, go ahead and hit me.”

Mu Ran: “!!!”

It’s often said that parents have no resistance to a child admitting fault.

No matter how big the mistake, what’s important is the child’s attitude.

She used to not believe this.

Now she finally understood.

Looking at Xiao Jin’s soft, white palm, she didn’t feel the urge to hit him, instead, for a moment she wondered if she was being too harsh.

Damn.

Mu Ran despised her own softness.

“I won’t hit you this time, but your punishment is to read through the Civil Code properly, don’t break the law knowingly, understand?”

Chu Xijin: “Okay, I’ll summarize what I learn and show it to you, Auntie.”

Mu Ran rubbed her forehead.

Feeling a bit of a headache.

She wanted to ask, who could have the heart to punish such a well-behaved child?

She certainly couldn’t!

Especially since the reason he took out the gun was to avenge her, it made Mu Ran feel even softer.

Let him go on with what he needs to do.

Chu Xijin went back to his room to tell his uncle that the gun had been confiscated, and also mentioned Wu Jiaquan, “He’s the culprit who got Auntie scolded, yet he dares to say he likes her. I think he’s just jealous of Auntie’s talent. Considering her personality and family background, he can’t imprison her, so he keeps trying to undermine her brilliance, now deceiving himself that he’s moved by his own emotions. I suspect he’s got a low IQ and is mentally abnormal.”

Several hours later, when Xiao Yu’an saw the message, he thought the analysis was quite insightful. He was also searching his predecessor’s memories, trying to recall who exactly Wu Jiaquan was.

He found him hidden in some obscure corner.

Only then did he realize that this was a second-generation official spoiled by his family.

Xiao Yu’an had someone investigate slightly and they could find out exactly what Wu Jiaquan had done to target Mu Ran.

Mu Ran had truly tolerated Wu Jiaquan for so many years, only making him lose face once in the whole Xiao Jin incident.

“How did your aunt react?”

“Auntie slapped him for every word he said, she didn’t seem scared of him at all, and the man was actually a bit afraid of Auntie.”

Chu Xijin’s mind was in chaos.

He couldn’t figure out the relationship between Wu Jiaquan and his aunt.

“Why did he suddenly look for your aunt?” Xiao Yu’an asked again.

“He found out Auntie is dating, came over to yell at her, and went into a powerless rage.” Chu Xijin was full of disdain.

“I see. As for your gun, since your aunt won’t let you have it, just leave it. I’ll arrange summer camp activities for you to get trained.” Xiao Yu’an had always treated Xiao Jin like an apprentice to train.

Strict training was a normal procedure.

Chu Xijin was used to it, “Okay, Auntie wants to take me to a Michelin restaurant now, so I’ll be off, bye-bye.”

Xiao Yu’an didn’t reply further.

Thinking about the person who wanted to harm Mu Ran, he wondered whether someone would use Wu Jiaquan to harm Mu Ran.

*

Xiao Jin got into his aunt’s sports car heading to a Michelin restaurant, which was located in a mountain-side cottage; it had a peculiar exterior, and the food inside tasted pretty good. Chu Xijin, being not picky, would eat whatever was available.

Mu Ran, on the other hand, left a lot on her plate.

Her palate was too used to Hua Country’s cuisine.

Traveling abroad for her, everything was fine, except the food—to which she never quite acclimatized. She originally wanted to study abroad, but after staying at the university she wanted to attend for a while to see if she could adapt, she returned within less than half a month.

After the meal, Mu Ran took Xiao Jin to the evening party. It was hosted by internal directors, and the organizers, knowing she brought a child—a child with millions of fans—also invited him.

Xiao Jin once again slipped into social butterfly mode.

At the party, he met more directors than Mu Ran.

Mu Ran: “…”

So, all my work was in vain?

The next day on the red carpet, Chu Xijin watched from the backstage while Mu Ran walked with the team.

Actors loved the international red carpet.

It added an aura of prestige.

They had arrived early. They initially planned a dinner yesterday with Mu Ran, to celebrate together with the entire crew. However, Mu Ran had prior arrangements, so the group meal was postponed.

“Director Mu, we’re likely to win an award this time.”

“Yes.”

Mu Ran had already prepared her acceptance speech. Her dress today was custom-made, featuring a retro-modern vibe; she exuded nobility and an air of authority with every gesture.

“Auntie, you look beautiful.” Chu Xijin took photos of his aunt but didn’t send them to his uncle.

“It’s alright, just decent enough.”

Mu Ran walked the red carpet with the crew.

Numerous photographers called out Mu Ran’s name; her beauty, truly transcended nationality.

Many viewers watching the live broadcast marveled.

[Director Mu’s face totally steals the scene, combined with her talent, she’s truly unstoppable.]

[Her look today is so stunning it makes my knees weak.]

[Is Director Mu going to receive another award?]

…

Everyone was full of anticipation, and just as expected, when Mu Ran’s name was announced, the crowd erupted in applause and cheers. Mu Ran hugged the crew members before heading to the stage to accept the award.

“Hello, everyone, I am Mu Ran from Hua Country. I sincerely thank the organizers for hosting this film festival, allowing my work to reach a broader audience. Being here today to step onto this awards stage, I also thank the crew and my unwavering dedication to this film. The content and experience of the movie are similar, facing criticism and people with ulterior motives, but fortunately, we completed the mission and received recognition. Thank you all for your support, and thank you to myself for the effort.”

She bowed deeply.

The entire venue erupted in enthusiastic applause.

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