Chapter 34: Ninja Turtles

Trouble?

The sky is falling!

After listening to Xia Shuqin's furious account, Director Zhang broke out in cold sweat, yet at the same time felt a pang of relief.

Fortunately…

It's still early.

The news hasn't fully spread across the country yet, the public hasn't erupted in fury!

He said with genuine gratitude: "Dean Xia, thank you!"

Xia Shuqin showed no good expression, nor did she speak kindly!

She nearly scolded, forcefully stating:

"Remember! The people are the masters of this nation! Capitalist malfeasance must not happen in Huaguo!"

Director Zhang nodded vigorously in agreement.

After hanging up the phone, Xia Shuqin rubbed her forehead and sighed.

Some people wish this nation well.

Others only want to rise above others, to suppress and persecute them.

She felt a deep weariness in her heart.

"Forget it, don't contact Song Mo. This matter is our responsibility too—or rather, all of us share the blame."

"Call him after this storm passes."

Although the matter had little to do with Dean Xia, she still felt ashamed, as if unable to face anyone.

Song Wanrou quickly comforted her.

"Teacher, what does this have to do with you?"

"It's just that some people have vile hearts…"

Xia Shuqin waved her hand.

"Don't talk about it, don't talk about it!"

"See how Director Zhang handles it!"

"If he handles it poorly, I'll go find him myself and demand accountability—from higher leadership—for a proper explanation!"

…

Chen Xi was laughing heartily inside his apartment.

How could he not laugh?

As long as Song Mo suffers, he's happy;

Moreover, with Leng Wanqiu's financial and traffic support, Chen Xi's Kuaishou account had risen with astonishing speed.

He leveraged his cute-boy appearance to become a makeup and cosplay influencer.

He'd apply cute-boy makeup and cosplay characters from games or anime.

It had its own unique charm.

In just these few days, he'd amassed tens of thousands of followers.

Though nowhere near Song Mo's former absurd popularity, Song Mo was now what? Blacklisted by the entire internet?

Chen Xi planned: such a disgraced influencer like Song Mo, under the righteous fury of "netizens," should be banned soon, right?

Leng Wanqiu's influence was even greater than he imagined.

Perhaps he could subtly hint to Leng Wanqiu.

Thinking of Leng Wanqiu, Chen Xi's eyes inevitably darkened with revulsion.

How could such a disgusting woman exist in this world?

Fat and ugly.

Most disgusting of all, Leng Wanqiu had inappropriate designs on him.

If not for needing this woman's power and resources,

He would have severed ties with her long ago.

Chen Xi scrolled through videos with a smug smile…

Only then did he notice that Song Mo's account had just been updated.

Still daring to update under such pressure?

Could it be a retirement statement?

Thinking this, Chen Xi eagerly clicked open Song Mo's new video—and instantly his face twisted, performing a flawless Sichuan opera face-changing act.

His eyes burned with envy.

Envious to the point of facial distortion!

Chen Xi immediately called Leng Wanqiu.

He simply couldn't bear to see Song Mo succeed again!

"Hello?"

The voice on the other end was deep and seductive—too bad the owner was a square-shaped magical girl, an eyesore.

Chen Xi's lips trembled; his tone was pitiful.

"Big Sister Wanqiu, I'm feeling down. Can you accompany me for drinks tonight?"

"I can't drink alone without you…"

Chen Xi implied he was emotionally empty.

And wanted to drink.

The only person around her she could trust was Leng Wanqiu.

Leng Wanqiu's voice on the other end was urgent and breathless.

【62】 Leng Wanqiu's voice on the other end was urgent.

"What did you say?!"

"Upset? Xiao Xi, wait for me, I'm on my way!"

In just ten minutes, Leng Wanqiu arrived at the apartment building where Chen Xi lived.

Chen Xi opened the door to greet Leng Wanqiu.

Leng Wanqiu came in, panting for breath.

Because of her worry, and because of Chen Xi's earlier ambiguous hints, Leng Wanqiu was now not only panting but so nervous that sweat was breaking out on her forehead.

Chen Xi felt disgusted inside, but still forced out a smile.

Seeing him forcing a smile, Leng Wanqiu asked with concern:

"Xiao Xi, what happened? Are you in a bad mood?"

Chen Xi said bitterly, "It's nothing."

He took out a case of beer and opened a can for himself and one for Leng Wanqiu.

Seeing this, although Leng Wanqiu never drank beer and didn't like the taste, she still kept Chen Xi company and drank along.

As they drank, Chen Xi's tears started flowing like water.

Leng Wanqiu hurriedly tried to wipe his tears, but Chen Xi dodged her.

Her hand froze awkwardly in mid-air.

Fortunately, Chen Xi didn't leave her hanging for too long.

Now slightly tipsy, Chen Xi said through tear-blurred eyes, "Sister Wanqiu, thank you for your concern. Actually, I'm not as fragile as you think."

"I'm just a little sad — why is it that people who have hurt others can still live so happily, and live so well…"

Leng Wanqiu looked at Chen Xi, who seemed so delicate he might shatter at any moment.

Her heart couldn't help but clench.

Of course she knew who was troubling Chen Xi.

Leng Wanqiu made a promise to Chen Xi.

"Xiao Xi, I promise you — Song Mo won't be jumping around for much longer. I'll put pressure on the authorities right now and get him permanently banned on Kuaidou."

"Once I've established myself in Modu, I'll start a full-scale crackdown on the Song Family."

"How does that sound?"

Chen Xi's eyes welled up with tears.

"Sister Wanqiu, maybe you should stop helping me. I'm afraid this will affect you."

"Really, I'm not worth you doing all this."

Seeing Chen Xi's tears, Leng Wanqiu's heart nearly shattered.

How could she still care whether this would bring trouble to her own development?

She said firmly, "Don't worry. The mere Song Family has neither a solid enough backing in official circles nor assets beyond a mere ten billion."

"Sister Leng still has that much ability."

"Xiao Xi, I won't let you be wronged…"

Leng Wanqiu's tender, affectionate gaze fell on Chen Xi.

It sent a chill of disgust through Chen Xi.

He nearly felt like throwing up inside.

Chen Xi said through tears, "Sister Leng, I really don't know how to repay you!"

Leng Wanqiu's heart grew hotter and hotter inside.

Chen Xi really hit her preferences dead-on.

A puppy-faced look, a soft, weak, insecure personality.

Just like a little lamb — utterly adorable.

If only she could toy with him at will…

She reached out and took Chen Xi's hand, her heart stirring faintly, though her face still showed concern as she said:

"Xiao Xi, Sister Leng will always care for you and look after you…"

Chen Xi really was about to throw up!

This cheap woman!

Who gave her the nerve to dare touch him!

Being touched by Leng Wanqiu's greasy, fat hand, he was utterly disgusted — his stomach churned, and he nearly threw up last night's dinner!

Why wasn't it An Yinuo by his side?

He'd rather lick An Yinuo's white-stockinged little feet than look at Leng Wanqiu's pig-like face ever again!

Endure, endure, endure!

(End of this chapter)