Which Bastard Was Bad-Mouthing Me?

Besides, she had heard he had absolutely no interest in anything other than music. She just didn't know whether that was true.

Wow~~~ Su Tangtang's voice drifted over.

Everyone except Xiao Ziyao instinctively glanced her way.

Who knew there was a champion of true love in this messy entertainment industry!

True love champions forever!

Oh? He actually joined this Dating Reality Show just to find someone?

Let me see who it is first.

Hahahahaha, it's the Childhood Friend who pulled his pants down when they were little!

His Childhood Friend tied him up, tossed him onto a bed, slept with him once, and then ran away! Hahahahaha! Before leaving, she even told him he wasn't very good and that he'd made her uncomfortable! Hahahahahaha!

Well, it was his first time. Understandable.

\( ˊV ˋ )//

Xiao Ziyao abruptly stiffened when he heard that. It suddenly occurred to him that Su Tangtang's book might help him find her.

He instinctively stepped toward her.

But Chen Sinian seemed to notice and reached out to stop him. He said nothing, merely giving him a meaningful look.

Sure enough, Su Tangtang's voice continued a second later. Let's see where this Childhood Friend has been hiding. He's been looking for three years and still hasn't found her!

Xiao Ziyao stiffened again. His back went rigid, and nervousness filled his face.

Holy crap, she's right near his house!

Looks like that old saying is right. The most dangerous place is the safest!

Xiao Ziyao spent two years searching both at home and abroad, but he never looked around his own neighborhood. Besides, he's always traveling and barely spends a few days at home. It would be a miracle if he ran into her.

Should I tell him that the person he's looking for is at that café called Erni near his house?

How should I...

Before she could finish, Xiao Ziyao yanked off the scarf he had just put on and strode outside.

Huh? Why did he leave? I haven't told him yet.

The assistant director, still basking in the belief that this whole operation really couldn't function without him, was speechless.

Seriously, they couldn't do this to him! He had only just taken over, and they were already pulling something like this. How was he supposed to replace the Head Director in the future?

A director who didn't aspire to become the Head Director wasn't a good director!

He hurriedly stood up and chased after him.

Meanwhile, the live chat filled with question marks: [???]

[??????]

[What happened? Why did Xiao Ziyao suddenly leave?]

[No idea. Looks like those online rumors were true. He really has a nasty temper.]

[From the way he was acting just now, he looked like he was about to go over to Su Tangtang. Did she piss him off?]

[You know what, it really looked that way. Su Tangtang really is a troublemaker.]

[Daily question: when is Su Tangtang leaving this Dating Reality Show, and when is she leaving the entertainment industry?]

"Achoo!" Su Tangtang sneezed without warning. Which bastard is bad-mouthing me?!

May their bubble tea have no pearls!

Everyone's lips twitched.

But I haven't had bubble tea in ages. I'm really craving it~

Should I order a cup?

She looked around. With this many people here, would I have to treat everyone if I ordered some?

I'm broke! (PД`q.)·..

Is there anyone who'd buy me a cup out of the blue, for absolutely no reason?

She quietly withdrew her gaze and went back to peeling her lotus root.

Seeing how pitiful she looked, An Ruzhi immediately called her agent and asked her to arrange it.

She couldn't help it. She couldn't bear to see such a beautiful woman upset!

Aaaaaah, whenever she looks sad, I just want to give her every handbag in the world!

Before long, the assistant director returned looking utterly dejected, with none of the high spirits he'd had when he first took charge. After several sighs, he finally told them he had an announcement to make to both them and the viewers watching the livestream.

Su Tangtang raised a hand and scratched her cheek. What happened?

ʘʚʘ Huh?

Did the director elope with Xiao Ziyao?

Everyone: "..."

The assistant director: "..."

He nearly failed to maintain his somber expression. If only the director really had eloped with Xiao Ziyao! Then his position as Head Director would be secure.

Everyone else's lips twitched again. They had discovered that Su Tangtang really had quite a mouth on her. She dared to say anything. No, wait-those were her thoughts. In person, she was a total coward.

They had also guessed what the assistant director was about to announce, so none of them spoke.

Only after another sigh did the assistant director tell them that Xiao Ziyao was leaving the show.

Without a doubt, that announcement instantly sent shock waves across the internet. After all, someone quitting the Dating Reality Show on the very first day was unprecedented.

[??? Director, are you serious?]

[Shit, Su Tangtang is my sworn enemy!]

[How does she manage to be so annoying?]

[All I want to know is, why isn't she the one leaving?]

[Director, can you bring Xiao Ziyao back? I don't want Su Tangtang. I want him!]

The assistant director was worried too. Where was he supposed to find someone to replace Xiao Ziyao at this hour?

Dating Reality Shows weren't like other variety shows. Some people refused to participate to maintain their carefully crafted single image.

Those willing to come were either people who relied on their acting and talent rather than pandering to fans, or obscure nobodies like Su Tangtang, with neither buzz nor traffic.

After some thought, he decided to step outside and call the director to discuss it, asking whether he had any suitable candidates. If not, he would get the male guest scheduled to arrive next week to come early and fill the gap.

As for next week, they could find someone else when the time came.

The director was in a hurry to find his daughter. When he answered the call, he didn't even listen to what it was about before telling the assistant director to decide for himself.

The assistant director: "!!!"

Then don't mind if I do.

After speaking with the guest scheduled for next week and getting his agreement, he immediately returned to tell everyone, "Another male guest will be joining us shortly. You can take your time with the preparations, so we can all have dinner together once he arrives."

Everyone acknowledged him and resumed their cooking endeavors.

Xu Yuntong was still interacting with Qiao Yufan. Once he finished chopping the vegetables, he asked her to bring him a plate, and she obligingly went to get one.

She also gave it a wash while she was at it.

Although the director had said everything was new and had already been washed after purchase, they still washed it all again.

Perhaps he was too busy, but when Xu Yuntong handed him the washed plate, Qiao Yufan reached out with one hand to take it without turning to look. His hand accidentally brushed hers.

Both of them abruptly froze.

Qiao Yufan hurriedly turned his head and saw that his hand was still resting on hers. He quickly pulled it back and said, "Sorry."