Chapter 66: Chapter 66: The Pure Jade Starlet Is Not to Be Messed With 16

The expressions of the guests present were somewhat subtle, as if Du Chen had become more casual in her demeanor towards the outside since the “toasting incident” last time.

It seems that she really plans to change her image as she said.

Xuan Yanrui was truly a bit embarrassed and momentarily forgot how to respond.

Anything he said at this time would feel bizarre, and he felt stifled inside.

“Hello, Teacher Xiao Chen.” Fang Qingrong leisurely walked over with a smile on his face, very polite, “I don’t know how my brother was so inconsiderate before. As his elder brother, let me apologize to you first. Whether you forgive him or not is up to you, but as a brother, I should apologize.”

He looked utterly sincere, like a good brother.

Since the broadcast had already started, he was the brother, so his apology was quite reasonable, right?

Clearly, everyone knew he was a bit sarcastic, but somehow, when Xuan Yanrui made underhanded comments, the audience found him a bit annoying. When Fang Qingrong was sarcastic, people found him somewhat cute.

Ah Chen responded with a nod, “Hmm, it doesn’t affect me. I still have some professional conduct at work.”

The meaning of this was clear: she would not forgive Xuan Yanrui for what he did in private.

The topic was brought up by Xuan Yanrui himself, and as for how people outside reacted, Xuan Yanrui should face that himself.

“Brother, I’ve done my best, okay?” Fang Qingrong was clearly sensible and didn’t linger long with Ah Chen, greeting her and then moving beside Xuan Yanrui, patting him on the shoulder.

Xuan Yanrui was practically fuming.

In this situation, he gained nothing but became a tool for the other two.

He indeed garnered some attention, but people’s discussions were likely all about what on earth he had done that made Du Chen unwilling to say a word of forgiveness on the live broadcast.

It couldn’t be simple.

Guan Mingqing, watching the live broadcast, was also infuriated and hurriedly instructed the hired online commentators.

At this moment, she dared not let the hired commentators throw dirt on Du Chen, lest it backfire; she could only have them pretend to be fans cheering for Xuan Yanrui.

The duo in the Su Family came late.

As soon as they arrived, Du Ya kept an eye on Ah Chen’s reaction.

Ah Chen sat on the sofa, arms folded, a slight smile on her face, looking unchanged.

Du Ya breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing Su Yuixin again, Du Ya almost didn’t recognize her; perhaps this is what people mean by a girl’s great transformation over time.

She had no special feelings toward Su Yuixin.

The situation with her daughter back then had already eroded all her concerns for Su Yuixin.

In fact, her daughter’s switch at the Su Family’s nanny’s arrangement was also trouble stirred up by the Su Family.

Even if the Zhao Family elders and Zhao Peijun were hateful, if the Su Family hadn’t made any mistakes, her daughter wouldn’t have been swapped.

She couldn’t help but resent internally.

Not blaming the somewhat innocent Su Yuixin was already very rational of her.

How could there be any feeling?

She almost lost her biological daughter, and now the joyful mother-daughter scenes were hard-won.

She cherished it greatly.

As soon as Su Yuixin entered, she couldn’t help but look towards Du Ya. Seeing Du Ya merely glance at her calmly, with all attention on Du Chen, made her feel a bit sour inside.

She didn’t know why, clearly she had already let go. They each returned to their respective families as agreed, there should be no entanglements. Yet at this moment, she felt abandoned and discarded.

It was unbearably uncomfortable.

Clearly, she had loving parents and a brother; her heart shouldn’t be like this. Perhaps those ten years left a deep imprint?

Su Yuixin kept convincing herself, finally moving her gaze elsewhere.

Su Zihuan was always attentive to his sister’s condition, frowning slightly, as she seemed unhappy?

He gently lifted his head, glanced toward Ah Chen indifferently.

Was it Du Chen making his sister upset?

Having finally found his sister, he couldn’t stand to see her unhappy; no one should make her unhappy.

Especially not Du Chen.

Du Chen had taken his sister’s place for ten years and even dared to upset her now; how could she be so insensitive?

It was hard enough to get his sister out for a break, yet Du Chen had to interfere.

Su Zihuan felt a hint of irritation.

Actually, knowing that Du Chen and her mother were to join this variety show, he had spoken to the director, which wasn’t a pleasant experience. The director of “Beautiful Times” was not considerate, refusing to remove Du Chen and her mother no matter what conditions he proposed.

Truly despicable.

What kind of schemes did Du Chen employ to make Yu Jinrong protect them so much?

Didn’t she really do something shady?

Su Zihuan didn’t believe there was anyone clean in this industry. Du Chen’s image must be a crafted persona.

He looked down on everyone in this circle.

To him, these beautiful stars were nothing but playthings for certain people.

Who was behind Du Chen?

With an intense gaze, Su Zihuan vowed to find out. If Du Chen upset his sister, she deserved to pay the price.

He wasn’t framing her; she was simply not clean.

Ah Chen quietly watched Su Zihuan, her gaze never leaving him.

Her beautiful eyes were clear and calm, making it impossible to discern any hidden meanings as if she was merely curious.

Su Zihuan noticed, and his gaze turned icy.

If his eyes could throw daggers, Ah Chen might already be riddled with wounds.

She curved her lips slightly, and the smile in her brows seemed nonchalant, carrying a hint of disdain.

Su Zihuan’s whole expression turned icy; was she provoking him?

Du Chen is courting death!

Du Ya was a bit worried, never letting go of Ah Chen’s arm.

Now, she didn’t need Xiao Chen to watch her; she had to keep an eye on Xiao Chen herself, fearing Xiao Chen might do something inappropriate.

“Alright, all four groups of guests are here and have gotten to know each other, so let’s start.”

“The first step today is to choose your residence for the next few days.”

“How to choose? Let’s play a game.” The host smiled, “This time, the game is archery. Each group gets ten arrows; two people can shoot together or one person can participate alone.”

Xuan Yanrui’s expression stiffened, as he wasn’t skilled at this.

He had no choice but to ask Fang Qingrong, clenching his back teeth to call out, “Brother, do you know how to do this?”

“Nope.” Fang Qingrong shrugged, “Brother’s background is average, had no chance to learn this, so I can only rely on you, little brother.”

Xuan Yanrui felt uncomfortable all over with this tone, replying, “Sorry, I don’t know either.”

The straightforward persona, who wouldn’t keep it up?

“Brother, can you give me two arrows later?” Shi Xiao was shaking Shi Wei’s arm, “Leave yourself eight arrows; you shouldn’t choose the worst house. Brother Fang and the others said they don’t know how.”

[Hahaha!]

[Brother really, hahaha, I’m dying of laughter, so cheeky.]

[How can Brother Shi, this old cadre, have such a funny younger brother?]

Shi Wei rubbed Shi Xiao’s head, “Can you even pull back the bow?”

“Brother, it doesn’t matter. You score ten points with all eight arrows; even if it’s not first, it’s second.” Shi Xiao whispered, “I don’t see many who can hit the target; your little brother will try not to miss much, okay?”

Shi Wei was a bit speechless but didn’t fully compromise, “I’ll give you one arrow first. If you don’t perform well, there won’t be a second arrow.”

He was confident in scoring ten points with each arrow but wasn’t sure if eighty points would secure at least second place.

But, come to think of it, why was archery chosen as the game for picking houses?

Shi Wei pondered, having specifically watched previous episodes of the show beforehand, as part of his duty as an actor. In past episodes, the games for choosing houses weren’t this relatively niche or challenging.

His gaze scanned all the guest groups, finally settling on the Su siblings.

It just depended on their performance later. If one of them was too exceptional or both were outstanding, the problem was likely with them.

Indeed, even with a family-themed variety show, there were quite the troubles.

“I wonder if Sister Chenchen can do archery.” Shi Xiao began to worry, “I’ve only seen Sister Chenchen use ribbons and swords, never seen her do archery.”

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