Cang Ming

Chapter 298 Utterly Ugly

"What do you mean?"

Lou Yuming's expression was grim, radiating an aura of displeasure.

Shao Cheng chuckled sheepishly. "He was lingering outside the hospital entrance earlier. I figured even if he didn't come in, he'd know the seriousness of the situation."

Besides, he didn't think Lu Chenyu would have the guts. He hadn't expected...

Lou Yuming looked at Shao Cheng, his sharp gaze softening slightly with a hint of reprimand.

Shao Cheng knew he was in the wrong, offering an apologetic smile.

"Throw away the flowers in the ward."

As he passed, Lou Yuming suddenly commanded coldly, his tone dismissive, "They're hideous."

Shao Cheng: "...Understood."

Two days later, Dai Ze came to visit Song Xi and happened to run into Shao Cheng coming out of the ward.

Dai Ze took the opportunity to ask about Song Xi's current condition.

Shao Cheng replied, "She's mostly recovered, but we can't let our guard down. She shouldn't work too hard for the next while, or it might relapse."

Dai Ze nodded, thinking that the variety show "The Working Class" would likely have to be postponed. Fortunately, the production team hadn't finalized the filming company or location yet. And given that President Jia had directly announced Song Xi's endorsement the other day, he seemed to have a high opinion of her. As long as President Jia didn't mind, it shouldn't cause any major issues.

"Brother Dai."

Pushing open the door, Dai Ze was relieved to see Song Xi's energetic demeanor.

"How do you feel?"

"I feel almost completely better," Song Xi said with a smile. "When can I start working?"

She was already thinking about returning to work right after recovering. Dai Ze wasn't sure whether to be happy or worried about such a diligent and hardworking artist.

Seeing his troubled expression, Song Xi asked with concern, "What's... wrong? Is it still not okay? Is the issue online not handled yet? Isn't there Qin Feng—"

Realizing she had said the wrong thing, Song Xi immediately shut her mouth.

Unexpectedly, Dai Ze had heard her. His expression turned serious. "Who told you? Was it Xiao Mo?"

"No!" Song Xi exclaimed. "I... I overheard the nurses chatting."

Dai Ze frowned. Although Qin Feng had deflected all the heat, just as President Lou had said, she shouldn't appear in the public eye for a while.

Dai Ze comforted her, "Don't worry. Once this period passes, you won't have time to rest even if you wanted to."

"The Diou brand..."

"Don't worry, Diou hasn't been affected at all."

Song Xi let out a sigh of relief and asked again, "Has the production team said anything?"

The only people she had been able to contact these past few days were Shao Cheng, Xiao Mo, and the nurses, but they had all kept their mouths shut. If Lu Chenyu hadn't come last time, she wouldn't have known anything.

She didn't want to be kept in the dark like a fool.

"Brother Dai, can you tell me, what's the situation now?"

Dai Ze pursed his lips. Although President Lou had repeatedly warned him, Song Xi was an adult. After a moment of hesitation, he cautiously chose a few things he could disclose.

"Song Xi, the situation has calmed down now. What happened in the past doesn't matter. I can only tell you that this period has consumed a lot of our time and energy. The production team has made corresponding compensation for the infringing live broadcast and had the staff who saved you at the time do a live explanation. We've done what we could. As for how much they'll get, I believe that's their business. You just need to know that there are still people who support you in this world. That's enough."

From his tired expression, Song Xi could roughly guess how busy the past few days had been.

She nodded. "I understand, Brother Dai. Don't worry, I won't be easily defeated!"

"I believe you."

"In that case, can I have my phone back now?"

"......"

Dai Ze's mouth twitched. So, she had gone through all that just to get her phone back!

Song Xi winked playfully. "Brother Dai."

"Alright, alright, I can't stand it anymore." Dai Ze returned her phone. "Remember what you just said."

Though still a little worried, a fledgling eagle must eventually spread its wings and soar into the sky.

If she didn't have the resilience and capability to handle this, then she would have truly let him down.