[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film-":3,"chapter-from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-29":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","From the God of Medicine: A Journey Through Film and TV Worlds",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2333955,4564,"Chapter 29","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-29",29,"\u003Cp>The next day, Wang Yan called several company bosses who needed to organize celebratory events.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was acting as a pimp, introducing business to Xu Huanshan, keeping Xu busy enough to stay occupied but not so overwhelmed that he had no time to chat with Lin Youyou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there were no conditions, create them. Xu Huanshan couldn’t be too idle, nor could he be so swamped he had zero time to mess around with Lin Youyou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He still had some clout—after making a few calls, he secured four deals, all scattered across the country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once everything was settled, he handed over the contact details directly to Xu Huanshan, clearly telling him: these four deals are yours—don’t waste time on nonsense, just go sign the contracts and do the designs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Beijing deal was mostly wrapped up, requiring only occasional maintenance. But the deals Wang Yan brought in were substantial—far exceeding the Beijing one in scale and profit, letting Xu Huanshan make a good sum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Huanshan began his blissfully busy life, and in this busyness, he felt the satisfaction of being a successful man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, every time he acted, every conversation brought him one step closer to the fireworks—every second was money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he never thought about it: the business Wang Yan introduced to him was essentially the same as the business Gu Jia had introduced. Now he didn’t talk about connections anymore, didn’t yell at Gu Jia, and didn’t spout pointless complaints.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Xu Huanshan got busier, his trips to Beijing gradually decreased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what about Lin Youyou? She’d finally found someone she liked, and progress was unfolding exactly as she’d planned. If Xu Huanshan kept chasing money, he’d eventually forget her entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou went wild with flirting—sending random selfies, sharing little meals, posting little moments of beauty, weaving subtle flirtation into daily life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But things were different now—Xu Huanshan was buried in work with no end in sight, leaving him little time to pay attention to her. Wang Yan had misjudged this—he hadn’t expected the fireworks project to be this damn slow, and one fewer deal would’ve been perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Lin Youyou wasn’t passive—she fixed this small flaw herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over time, Lin Youyou realized her little tricks weren’t working. Her eyes flickered—she had an idea. After finding out Xu Huanshan’s address, she quit her job without hesitation, booked a flight, and headed straight for him. She feared if she waited too long, she’d lose him completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That night, Xu Huanshan had just finished a video call with Gu Jia and was resting when he got a call from Lin Youyou—she’d arrived in his city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Huanshan was stunned by her sudden arrival—he knew why she’d come, but he hadn’t expected her to be so direct. He immediately left to pick her up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two ate dinner together, both burdened with unspoken thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou feigned innocence, casually recounting her recent life, while Xu Huanshan listened in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dinner, Xu Huanshan settled Lin Youyou into his hotel room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the newly booked room, after giving her a few instructions, he prepared to return to his own room—he had things to do the next day, and the atmosphere in the room felt dangerous, slipping out of his control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xu Huanshan about to leave after just a few words, Lin Youyou couldn’t let him go—what had she come here for? Success or death—today, she’d take him one way or another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She grabbed him from behind, voice trembling: “Xu Huanshan, don’t go. Don’t you know what’s in my heart?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why did I quit my job and travel thousands of miles to be here? Don’t you understand?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Stop running. I know you care for me. Don’t leave. Please.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Huanshan pulled away from her arms, struggling to contain himself, and said: “What are you doing? Don’t you know? I’m a married man.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If my behavior ever gave you the wrong impression, I apologize.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xu Huanshan’s strained expression, Lin Youyou understood—she burst into tears: “What’s your fault? The fault is mine. I’m shameless—I wanted to get close to a man with a wife and family. I wanted to destroy your marriage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t say that about yourself—it’s all my fault. I must’ve acted improperly during our interactions and misled you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Overwhelmed by Lin Youyou’s outburst, Xu Huanshan hurried to speak, as if trying to reinforce his resolve: “In this world, I am only responsible to my wife, Gu Jia. She’s given up too much—for me, for our child, for our family. Without her, I wouldn’t be who I am today. I can’t betray my wife or my child… she…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the mention of Gu Jia, Lin Youyou grew furious—every time they talked, it was always “Gu Jia this, Gu Jia that.” She was sick of hearing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She cut him off sharply: “Stop talking.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, sobbing, she poured out her heart: “The first time I saw you, your face was bruised—clearly from a fight. A man your age still getting into brawls? That’s the kind of man who’s interesting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Huanshan smiled awkwardly, recalling their first meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou continued: “But as I got to know you, I realized—you’re like a man locked inside a shell.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You dare not get caught in the rain, you can’t afford to get sick, you obey every order from your wife. These aren’t your choices—they’re her impositions. You’ve locked away your inner boy so tightly, then pretend you’re not that person.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Have you ever considered you’re just her tool—a puppet she controls?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stung by her words, Xu Huanshan shouted: “Enough! Don’t say more. Isn’t that how marriage works? Mutual understanding, mutual change.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou shouted back: “Xu Huanshan, wake up! It’s always her changing you. What have you changed in her? Have you changed her even a little?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even the most beautiful fireworks need fire to ignite. But Xu Huanshan—have you ever lit the fuse?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing her words, Xu Huanshan fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Memories rose in his mind—one by one, piece by piece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought carefully. She was right—over the years, Gu Jia hadn’t changed at all. She forbade him this, forbade him that—even what he ate, drank, wore—she controlled everything. Since they’d been together, he’d never lived as himself. Not once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes people only see, hear, and believe what they assume to be true—and Xu Huanshan was no exception. Logically, after so many years of storm and stress, how could it be only him adapting? Emotions had overwhelmed him—he’d slipped into obsession, seeing only half the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, Wang Yan’s role couldn’t be ignored. The business Wang Yan brought him went smoothly—everyone knew his connections, and partners respected his opinions. This easy success made him feel a little dizzy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xu Huanshan lost in thought, Lin Youyou seized the moment. She pushed him onto the bed. He was too lost in thought to notice—he fell without resistance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned over, staring into his eyes, and demanded loudly: “Xu Huanshan, can you become yourself again? Can you become the little boy inside you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Xu Huanshan, what are you hesitating for?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tell me—what are you afraid of? Huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re Xu Huanshan!!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she kissed him fiercely, biting his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Huanshan had been busy lately, rarely returning home for intimacy with Gu Jia. When he’d suggested it, she’d often refused with vague complaints—he’d been clueless, assuming it was early menopause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his workload increased and his earnings grew, money gave him courage. And during these outings with clients, watching others indulge in wine and women while he returned to an empty bed, his frustration had built up into a fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou’s advances had pushed him past his limit—especially her final words: “You’re Xu Huanshan!”—they struck his core. “To hell with Gu Jia. To hell with being a tool. I’m going to be myself. I’m Xu Huanshan. I am Xu Huanshan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Youyou caressed him, whispering softly: “Xu Huanshan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterwards, Xu Huanshan held Lin Youyou against the headboard, thinking about what had just happened. Guilt was there—but more powerful was the thrill of betrayal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Everyone else has mistresses numbered four, five, six playing mahjong and fighting for dominance. What’s this? I’m barely getting started.” Most people soothe themselves by comparing to others—finding excuses in their suffering—and Xu Huanshan was no different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be fair, Xu Huanshan had truly experienced a second spring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two were inseparable. Xu Huanshan flew everywhere, taking Lin Youyou with him wherever he went. He was truly too happy to think of Gu Jia—sometimes, when he had no reason to return to Shanghai, he didn’t go back at all, just traveling with Lin Youyou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Lin Youyou by his side every day, Xu Huanshan’s energy and spirit were visibly different. Of course, this was only when facing others—when with Gu Jia, his guilt still clung to him. After all, Gu Jia’s authority, built over years, wasn’t something to be dismissed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jia understood Xu Huanshan better than he understood himself. So during their video calls, she sensed something off—but each time, Xu Huanshan managed to distract her, and she never pressed further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jia would never have imagined Xu Huanshan, who had always passively obeyed, would go off the rails.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The child didn’t need her worry—he was being well cared for by Wang Yan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She simply ran her dessert shop, and since profits were enough, she had no need to sell it. She often chatted with her circle of wives, upgrading her social status, keeping up appearances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes she met up with Wang Manni and Zhong Xiaoqin—listening to Wang Manni recount her high-stakes battles, and Zhong Xiaoqin vent about her tangled emotions between Zhong Xiaoyang and Chen Yu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Manni had recently learned Liang Zhengxian was a lifelong bachelor, and it left her unsettled. Wang Manni was a master—but so was Liang, even more so. In just a few words, he charmed her into submission. Wang Manni no longer thought of marriage, and even said ridiculous things like, “Fine, don’t marry—if you ever change your mind, at least I’ll be the one beside you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhong Xiaoqin was confused. After learning of her divorce, Zhong Xiaoyang had started pursuing her aggressively—his youth, passion, and energy were exactly what she craved. But after years with Chen Yu, every time she thought of leaving him, she felt that quiet, ordinary life was true happiness. She was torn, unable to decide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jia was different. Compared to those two, she openly revealed her ambitions to them—talking about material wealth, class, desire, and the naked rules of reality she believed in. This made the two feel Gu Jia had changed—become someone they barely recognized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was no longer the homemaker of before, no longer the understanding sister—she was now an ambitious, powerful woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhong Xiaoqin, after all, was Xu Ziyang’s godmother. She hadn’t seen Xu Ziyang in a long time. Sometimes she’d ask about him, and Gu Jia would always smile and brush it off, saying he was with friends—never mentioning Wang Yan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recently, she’d been busy preparing for her thirtieth birthday—less than a week away. She wanted to throw a proper celebration, using the occasion to reconnect with her close friends. Everyone was busy; without regular contact, even the strongest bonds fade. Maintaining them was necessary. Plus, they could share resources and help each other out—a win-win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the child’s godfather and her secret obsession, of course she’d invite Wang Yan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Attending a birthday party meant bringing a gift—especially for someone like Wang Yan, who was always scheming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yan had already prepared his gift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t give anything too extravagant—that would put Xu Huanshan in an awkward position. But he couldn’t give anything too cheap either—it wouldn’t match his status and might raise suspicions. In the end, he chose a green jade bracelet, costing less than half a million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t understand jade himself—he’d gotten the recommendation through an acquaintance who specialized in such things, who said it was excellent, so he bought it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The price was perfect—slightly more expensive than what Xu Huanshan might give, but not by much. Besides, Xu Huanshan’s gifts were all about seduction. It wasn’t cheap, and it was presentable. It was just an ordinary bracelet, no hidden meaning—just a small accessory, unlikely to raise suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, Xu Huanshan knew Wang Yan’s power and could gauge his intentions. As for Gu Jia? Let her think whatever she wanted—it was only a few days away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, Wang Yan had never really given gifts to women before—he wasn’t skilled in this. The most expensive thing he’d ever given was spending 300 yuan on flowers, then another 200 on a hotel room and a quick hook-up—the woman had called him “Big Brother Wang” so sweetly he still remembered it. Clearly, money must be spent in the right place to get maximum effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Yan hadn’t been idle either—every move Xu Huanshan and Lin Youyou made was under his control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Xu Huanshan and Lin Youyou had already gotten together, he no longer needed to do anything else. A cat that’s tasted fish can’t control its desire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A skilled hunter’s most essential trait is patience—and Wang Yan had plenty of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fireworks always have a moment of ignition. If he let things unfold naturally, and gave just the right push at the right time, he could embrace his beauty and wait for the dazzling spectacle to light up the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a player like Xu Huanshan, as long as his little tool kept reporting in, Wang Yan didn’t need to expend much energy—he remained calm and leisurely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His life was unchanged—just taking care of the child, studying, expanding his hobbies, occasionally teasing Gu Jia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since his last encounter with Wang Manni, he hadn’t touched a woman in a long time. And yet he kept flirting with Gu Jia—he wasn’t a saint, and he was starting to crack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Patience is a mental thing—it doesn’t affect the body. At most, you can endure. But Wang Yan had no reason to endure—he had money and free time. Why not just pick someone up? There was no need to suppress desire—enjoying beauty and vitality was a form of cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like the woman now lying in his arms, cheeks flushed, eyes soft with desire—Dai Qing. She was the new deputy manager of Miaoxia, the shop downstairs, the one who’d swooped in and stolen Wang Manni’s position—Daisy.\u003C\u002Fp>",2388,"2026-06-20T21:08:40.823Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","7d0507c5cb0a6515438beba85aede7819e5bed1bdb06e2223962ae70c0a793bd","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-30","from-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--chapter-28",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffrom-the-god-of-medicine-a-journey-through-film--cover.jpg"]