As is well known, Wenhui Magazine Publishing House is the largest entertainment magazine publisher, with not only dedicated entertainment accounts but also a loyal fan base that regularly purchases its magazines.
As a magazine that covers all aspects of entertainment, they can basically get first-hand information on everything from celebrity gossip to family dramas.
However, the fact that such a magazine would partner with an e-sports team that is considered a nobody compared to those celebrities, wealthy families, and other powerful figures seems highly suspicious no matter how you look at it.
But this actually happened, and they even gave their club a 60% cut, meaning they only got 40%. Was this really just a simple interview and filming session?
"Coach, let's talk about this when I get there. Let Jian Songchuan and the others train first. I need to understand the specific situation. This is a very special time."
Song Yanqing's words interrupted Zheng Fengyue's incessant chatter and also served as a wake-up call for him, finally bringing him back to his senses from the overwhelming prospect of immense profit.
Yes, they were just one final push away from the grand finale, where they would step onto the world stage and receive the championship trophy. How could it be such a coincidence that a windfall suddenly fell into their laps?
"Oh, okay, I was so confused. Luckily I called you right away, otherwise everyone else would probably be making a scene by now. I'll hold Zhou Lin back for now and we'll talk when you get here."
"Um."
After hanging up the phone, Song Yanqing realized that Shang Shujue, who should have been washing up, was already sitting at the dining table eating fried eggs. He had already eaten both fried eggs on the plate, leaving only one left.
Seeing him looking over, the Little Fox tilted her head at him in a good mood, then stuffed the last fried egg into her mouth, her fair cheeks instantly puffed out, and she raised an eyebrow at him with her pretty little face.
It's like saying, "Hmph, I won't even leave you a fried egg, let's see what you can do about it?"
Although Song Yanqing didn't know if Shang Shujue thought that way, he was still charmed by Shang's arrogant and mischievous appearance, and didn't care about the whereabouts of the fried egg.
He himself doesn't really like fried eggs. If there are no fried eggs, he won't eat them. The Little Fox gets hungry easily, so feeding him will prevent him from going hungry.
"Here you'll find porridge, sandwiches, and fresh-cut fruit. Don't just eat eggs; it's important to supplement your diet with carbohydrates and vitamins. Don't be a picky eater; make sure you have a balanced diet."
After Song Yanqing sat down, he pushed half of the remaining breakfast on the table to Shang Shujue and gently reminded him to eat a balanced diet and not to be picky about food.
Shang Shujue glanced at the breakfast in front of Song Yanqing, only a small portion remained, but he didn't seem to realize this and pushed most of the breakfast in front of him.
Although he still didn't show much expression when he spoke, and even his tone was flat, without much other emotion, Shang Shujue still felt a special care and special treatment from his attitude, which made her feel inexplicably good.
"Hmph~ Of course I know I need a balanced diet, but thank you for getting up so early to make me breakfast anyway." Shang Shujue huffed and puffed a few times, her voice soft and sweet, almost like she was pouting. "And, oh, I want some milk~"
Song Yanqing paused in his porridge-drinking motion, but said nothing. He simply lowered his head, picked up the hot milk and milk warmer beside him, took a glass, poured a glass of milk, and bent down to hand it to Shang Shujue.
"The temperature is just right, but I suggest you eat breakfast before drinking it, otherwise your stomach will feel uncomfortable again later."
Shang Shujue excitedly picked up the milk beside her and took a sip. Hearing his words, her eyes sparkled as she nodded, then obediently put down the milk and went to eat breakfast.
Song Yanqing was slightly surprised that he would be so obedient, but then he was charmed by the way he ate, and a gentle warmth unconsciously spread through his heart.
"I'm going to the club in a bit. Whether you stay here or leave is up to you."
Song Yanqing didn't seem to think that Shang Shujue's sudden appearance at his house meant he wanted to stay and stay by his side. He just assumed that the little guy was bored on the mountain after solving the problems of transforming into human form and Fox, so he came down to play.
"If you want to stay, you can use the computer and TV at home as you like. I'll bring you lunch from the base at noon. If you want to leave, just close the door behind you."
"..."
Shang Shujue paused in his breakfast, staring intently at Song Yanqing. Only after Song Yanqing finished speaking did he realize that he wasn't joking, and a look of disbelief and gritted teeth flashed across his eyes.
"You big bastard! You took my Fox Token and now you want to kick me out?! You've gone too far!"
When Song Yanqing looked up, he saw the girl who had been eating breakfast obediently glaring at him with her beautiful red eyes.
His voice was filled with endless grievance, like that of a large dog about to be abandoned.
On one hand, they were at a loss yet stubbornly refused to leave; on the other hand, they insisted on getting a definite answer before they would give up.
"... I'm not trying to get rid of you, I'm just offering you two options. I'm open to either leaving or staying. If you want to stay, I'll buy you toiletries and prepare three meals a day for you."
"You can stay at home. If you want to leave, I'll prepare some delicious snacks for you. You're always welcome to come back whenever you want to visit."
"Don't misunderstand me. Also, the Fox Token you mentioned, is it the thing you brought me yesterday? Does it have any special meaning?"
Song Yanqing did not panic because of Shang Shujue's misunderstanding. After explaining things to Shang Shujue with clear logic, he brought up the Fox Token with some confusion.
Upon hearing Song Yanqing's words, Shang Shujue's sense of grievance instantly vanished. She realized that her behavior just now had been rather unreasonable, so she awkwardly avoided looking at him.
"Ahem... The Fox Token is the most important thing for us Qingqiu Fox, it's like your human ID card, but it's a little more special than an ID card."
"Wearing it on your body can ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune, protecting yourself and the good people around you. Most importantly, it tells other Fox and foolish little demons that you belong to me."
"They'll be too afraid to bother you if they smell the Fox Token, but since you've taken my Fox Token, you have to keep me here and can't kick me out unless I leave on my own. Otherwise, I'll hide and follow you, biting you every day, hmph!"
Towards the end, Shang Shujue couldn't help but hum several times, her chin practically pointing skyward. I wonder if her neck gets uncomfortable with that tilt?
"If I take your Fox Token, I'm yours?"
Song Yanqing's focus was always a little different. After he finished speaking, he remained silent for a long time, and it was impossible to tell what he was thinking or what he was thinking. His expression was completely unreadable.
"Mmm." Shang Shujue didn't think anything was wrong; in fact, she nodded happily, completely unaware that her current state was no different from walking into a wolf's den.
"Okay." Song Yanqing pursed his lips, seemingly lost in thought, and nodded slightly. "I'm yours."
Shang Shujue didn't detect anything wrong from his tone. Hearing him admit it, she took a sip of milk in a good mood and then went back to eating her breakfast.
Hmph, a mere human, easily manipulated. He certainly won't dare to chase me away now. I'm tired from all this wandering around, so I'll just stay here and play until I've rested enough before heading back to Mount Qingqiu.
Believing he had Song Yanqing under his Little Fox, he felt even better, unaware that he had dug a pit for himself, sending himself into the abyss of the villain...