Wang Chengran: "..."
Xue Ranran secretly glared at him: When it really matters, I'm the one who has to step up! You're so unreliable!
Wang Chengran: QAQ
Qin Yue hesitated for a moment before failing to stop Xue Ranran. Although she didn't speak, she silently got up and stood next to Xue Ranran, thus expressing her stance.
Xia Zhiyi looked at the three of them with some surprise. Just as she was about to speak, she noticed that Fu Yunyi beside her had also stood up. He cleared his throat and said, "Yes, Director Gong, what about our Teacher Xia's work? Did you secretly take it? That won't do. Our Teacher Xia is the most talented among us. We can't let you keep Teacher Xia's work all to yourself."
Xia Zhiyi: "..."
Although the guests didn't say it explicitly, their attitude at that moment made Xia Zhiyi sense a hint of anger.
It was as if... as if they were indignant on his behalf.
Xia Zhiyi paused for a moment, a question mark slowly appearing above her head.
Wait a minute, his friends, haven't they misunderstood something?
Xia Zhiyi: "Wait, Teacher Jian probably still has something to say, don't rush!"
He was sharp-eyed and perceptive. Not only had he overheard some of the conversation between Jian Zhu and Director Gong before the auction, but he could also see the backstage area, which was covered by a red cloth, where two people were already ready to go on stage.
That's not all, friends, don't rush!
Wang Chengran taken aback by Xia Zhiyi's words. "Not finished yet? Isn't Teacher Jian already giving her closing remarks?"
Xue Ranran also expressed her doubts. " Teacher Xia, don't worry, I'm here. It's a live broadcast, we absolutely won't let you suffer this injustice!"
Because of the angle, Fu Yunyi, who could vaguely see what was happening backstage, said, "Wait, over there..."
Jian Zhu cleared her throat and said with a smile, "Oh dear, this is where I'm in the wrong. Did I tease you too much?"
Wang Chengran & Xue Ranran: "?"
Qin Yue: "..."
So, it was just a joke?
Everyone saw Jian Zhu slightly turn to the side and gently wave in the direction behind her. "Alright, I didn't expect everyone to get along so well. I overacted just now and scared everyone."
"Please have our staff bring up Xia Zhiyi. Teacher Xia's personal artwork to begin our additional auction segment."
After speaking, Jian Zhu turned around, faced everyone, and explained with a smile why Xia Zhiyi's work was separated from everyone else's.
First, there were the reasons Director Gong had given Xia Zhiyi before. Second... although the specific reasons are unknown, Xia Zhiyi has indeed attracted the attention of many big shots, and these big shots are not limited to the entertainment industry.
For example, Fu Chi, who arrived quietly today, although Fu Chi owns Tianhuan Entertainment and has entered the entertainment industry, is not considered Fu Chi entertainment mogul...
To be honest, that's somewhat of a derogatory remark.
Their businesses span various industries, Fu family, which started with manufacturing. To label them solely based on their newly opened entertainment company is really beneath their dignity.
Fu Chi came for Xia Zhiyi. Although there were some special reasons, to those who didn't know the situation, it was simply that Xia Zhiyi, a young boy who had just come of age, had attracted the attention of a powerful figure.
It's not just Fu Chi; as far as Director Gong knows, all sorts of bigwigs from various circles have recently contacted the program team, and some even claim to be inheritors of certain martial arts styles, wanting to meet with Xia Zhiyi to discuss matters related to the inheritance of Chinese martial arts.
Director Gong: "..."
So, having already vaguely sensed from Xu Chen that Xia Zhiyi might enter the entertainment industry, and with so many big shots openly or secretly trying to contact Xia Zhiyi through the program, Director Gong simply decided to go all out—a special episode Xia Zhiyi!
Director Gong was initially considering whether to give Xia Zhiyi a hint, but during everyone's preparations, Xia Zhiyi, for some reason, stopped directly making the woodwork and instead mostly went back and forth between the two groups to provide guidance. So Director Gong decided to keep the surprise to himself.
Therefore, on the surface...
Jian Zhu smiled kindly, "Because Teacher Xia's works were all created before the program team issued the assignments, in order to ensure fairness, they were separated from everyone's charity auction."
Jian Zhu: "I'm so sorry, I just meant to make a joke on a whim, but I think I scared you guys."
Upon learning it was a misunderstanding, Xia Zhiyi's friends exchanged glances, feeling a little guilty, and apologized to Jian Zhu in unison.
Jian Zhu waved her hand. "It's alright, it's alright. I'm very happy to see that you two get along so well!"
As a senior colleague, Jian Zhu is well aware of her position. In this situation, Wang Chengran and the others did not hesitate to stand up for Xia Zhiyi, which speaks volumes about the friendship between the guests.
Xia Zhiyi of helplessness, "It was my fault. I actually saw what was going on backstage and guessed that the process wasn't over yet, so I didn't say anything to explain."
In just a short while, his friends were so angry that they jumped up, which was beyond Xia Zhiyi's expectations.
Wang Chengran waved his hand, "No, it has nothing to do with Teacher Xia. I was too impulsive. I should have waited for Teacher Jian to finish speaking."
Xue Ranran: "Yes, yes, we were too impulsive. Teacher Xia, you've suffered an undeserved misfortune!"
Qin Yue and Fu Yunyi, who were being represented. "..."
Wait, only the two of you are acting impulsively.
But... never mind.
Fu Yunyi coughed lightly. "Now that the misunderstanding has been cleared up, and it's almost lunchtime, let's not waste any more time and finish Xia Zhiyi's performance before we go eat."
Qin Yue smiled gently and said softly, " Xia Zhiyi is the most skilled among us. The fact that we've been able to successfully produce so many finished products these past few days is inseparable from your Xia Zhiyi."
"After so many days of live streaming, everyone should know the truth, so Master Xia, your work is sure to be very popular, right?"
Wang Chengran blurted out, "That's right, even my skills can sell. If Teacher Xia doesn't have any buyers, wouldn't it make everyone look like they're all just hesitant..."
Xue Ranran covered Wang Chengran's mouth, glanced at the photographer not far away, and gave him a kind smile, " Teacher Jian, please continue, we won't disturb you."
Jian Zhu smiled and said, "Okay."
Young people, so lively!
Those who could roughly guess what Wang Chengran to say all breathed a sigh of relief.
Good grief, I know you don't mean any harm, but there are some things you should just keep to yourself, don't say them out loud!
Wang Chengran was pressed back to his seat, and Jian Zhu on stage cooperated by starting to host the supplementary auction, quickly attracting most people's attention with just a few words.
Wang Chengran asked Xue Ranran, puzzled, "What are you doing?"
Xue Ranran: "What were you trying to say?"
Wang Chengran: "What did I just say?"
Xue Ranran: "..."
Everyone: "..."