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Published at 25th of October 2023 11:14:49 AM


Chapter 279.2

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Bai Lixin pondered for a moment, then said, “What should we do? I’m busy tonight and probably won’t have time. It’s already half-past five, and I have something at eight. How about we book a room and you sleep for a while?”

Shen Mo mischievously tugged at the young man’s slender wrist. “No need. You seem like you haven’t had a proper meal all day. The future is long, there’s no need to rush.’”

Assistant: “…”

Driver: “…”

‘Someone, save us!

Even though we’re adults now, can we listen to this?

What kind of tiger-wolf words are these?

Who will save us?’

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In the live broadcast room

[Hahaha, I can’t stop laughing, I can’t take it anymore. The expressions of the assistant and the driver are so funny.]

[‘Just Two Hours’]

[‘The Future Is Long’]

[‘Warm and Cozy’]

[‘Book a Room’]

[Someone, weld the car door shut for me. No one is allowed to get off.]

[Movie King Shen is so skilled. Ah, this damn chemistry reaction, I’ve been laughing throughout.]

[Considering the stamina of a big boss, two hours is indeed not enough.]

[It should be multiplied by ten at least.]

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The car slowly stopped outside a magnificent upscale restaurant. The driver’s expression was numb, his eyes unfocused as he glanced at the two people closely leaning against each other behind him. Trembling, he said, “Senior Shen, we’ve reached the restaurant.”

At this moment, Shen Mo was lazily leaning against Bai Lixin. Bai Lixin’s once neat hair had become tousled.

Compared to Shen Mo’s active intimacy, the young man remained much calmer.

He sat quietly in the back seat, maintaining his elegance and courtesy throughout.

Hearing the driver’s voice, Shen Mo regretfully straightened his body away from Bai Lixin, but he still took the time to fix the young man’s hair.

Throughout the process, Bai Lixin remained composed, calmly accepting Shen Mo’s attention.

The assistant and the driver’s jaws were about to drop.

‘!!! So in this love affair, the one who clung persistently was Shen Mo!

And it’s Bai Lixin, right?

What virtue and ability did you use to make Shen Mo serve you?

What did you think you gained? You gained the love of a movie king!’

Bai Lixin: “…”

‘There’s an aura of murder here!’

It was exactly six in the evening when they arrived.

The designated time to communicate with the players hadn’t come yet.

This upscale restaurant was just across the street from the TV station, a five-minute walk away.

After getting out of the car, Shen Mo handed a thousand yuan to the assistant. “Find somewhere to eat, you don’t need to pick me up tonight.”

‘Hurry up, don’t disturb my two person world with my little stove.’

Assistant & Driver: “…”

‘Movie King Shen Mo, beware of scandals, and please act more sober!’

Amid the assistant and the driver’s silent and mournful gazes, Shen Mo and Bai Lixin walked into the upscale restaurant.

The restaurant had three floors in total. The spot Shen Mo had reserved was a private room on the third floor by the window. To ensure guests’ privacy, these window-side rooms were covered with single-layer privacy glass, allowing a clear view from the inside but not from the outside.

Satisfied, Shen Mo led Bai Lixin to the third floor. Just as he was about to start his cozy time with the little stove, a voice suddenly interrupted all his plans.

“Brother! What are you doing here?” A figure suddenly blocked their path, standing in front of them.

To be precise, in front of Bai Lixin.

Shen Mo’s gaze turned dangerous, silently appraising this reckless roadblocker.

It was a nineteen year old youth, exuding a youthful charm and vitality.

‘Humph, not worth fearing.’

Shen Mo merely glanced briefly before casually retracting his gaze.

Bai Lixin looked at Xia Chi with a hint of surprise. “I came for dinner and also to complete a task at the TV station across the street tonight. What are you doing here?”

Xia Chi replied, “I came for dinner too, and I have a task at the TV station across the street later.”

Bai Lixin asked, “You’re dining alone or with someone?”

Xia Chi answered, “Alone.”

Bai Lixin questioned, “Why did you suddenly decide to dine alone at a place like this?”

“Oh, about that,” Xia Chi scratched his earlobe somewhat embarrassedly, “Actually, the system asked me to eat here.”

Bai Lixin inquired, “Hmm?”

‘I seem to smell something fishy.’

Xia Chi explained, “I received a system task in the afternoon, saying they reserved a table for me here and the task requires me to have dinner.”

“How could I ever eat at a place like this?” Xia Chi blushed slightly, “Brother, I’m embarrassed to admit, but it’s an awkward situation. But it’s a system task, so I had no choice but to come.”

Bai Lixin: “…”

‘I strongly suspect Tan Yue is using public funds to further his private interests.’

Shen Mo glanced lightly at Xia Chi.

‘Although I don’t quite understand the specifics of this task, since you’ve already reserved a table, please go sit further away. Quick! Quick!’

Sensing Shen Mo’s gaze, Xia Chi glanced back. At this moment, Shen Mo was wearing a hat, black glasses, and a mask.

His disguise was perfect, and Xia Chi hadn’t even recognized him as the dreaded “Brother-in-law.”

Looking at an unfamiliar stranger, Xia Chi glanced at Bai Lixin with a puzzled expression.

Bai Lixin clarified, “Shen Mo, a movie king.”

Xia Chi politely greeted, “Hello, Shen Mo, the movie king. I’m Brother’s younger sibling, Xia Chi.”

‘So he’s an actor, no wonder he’s hiding so well.’

Bai Lixin asked, “Which room are you in?”

Xia Chi answered, “Room 2. How about you, Brother?”

Bai Lixin replied, “I’m in Room 3. We’re next to each other.”

Shen Mo tapped his foot impatiently.

‘Why aren’t you leaving?’

In the next moment, Shen Mo’s composure vanished.

Because he heard Bai Lixin say, “Why don’t we share a table?”

Before Shen Mo could respond, Xia Chi eagerly agreed, “Okay, let me ask the waiter if that’s possible. To be honest, dining alone feels awkward. It’s fortunate to have you here, Brother.”

In Xia Chi’s mind, the “flash of inspiration” flickered twice.

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Five minutes later, after coordination by the service staff, Xia Chi’s table was merged with Bai Lixin and Shen Mo’s.

Xia Chi was so touched that he nearly knelt down in gratitude to Bai Lixin. He clung to Bai Lixin, “Brother, you’re my savior.”

As Shen Mo removed his mask, glasses, and hat, he revealed his true appearance that had been hidden underneath.

He sat across from Bai Lixin and Xia Chi, and cast a cool, almost deadly glance at Xia Chi.

Xia Chi: “…”

‘Brother, I have no grudges against you, why are you doing this to me?!

Isn’t this brother in law?’

Bai Lixin turned to Xia Chi and gave a warm smile: ^-^

‘Weren’t you calling me your savior earlier?’

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In the live broadcast room.

[Xia Chi: Save me, save me, save me.]

[Hahaha, poor Xia Chi, what a pitiful little brother.]

[Xia Chi: I thought you were my savior, turns out you’re kicking me at the gates of hell.]

[Xia Chi: I’ll just go On the run.]

[Now I’m curious, what kind of tasks is the system giving Xia Chi?]

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Shen Mo initially reserved a six-person table, so there was plenty of space for three people at the table.

When Xia Chi recognized who was sitting across from him, he promptly moved away from Bai Lixin’s side and took a seat at a more distant spot along the edge.

This restaurant had a swift pace of service, especially considering that they were sharing tables, which was a rare occurrence. Waitstaff came and went repeatedly.

Afraid to look up at Bai Lixin and even more so at Shen Mo, Xia Chi felt uncomfortable and could only focus on eating.

But this system truly understood him, it ordered all his favorite dishes.

The flavors were exactly what he liked.

Bai Lixin used his chopsticks to pick up a piece of broccoli and put it in his mouth. After swallowing, he looked at Xia Chi, who was eating intently, and asked, “Xia Chi, is your patrol location tonight the No. 8 studio?”

Xia Chi was mid-bite, and upon hearing Bai Lixin’s question, he quickly finished chewing, then replied, “Yes, how did you know? Are you going there too?”

Bai Lixin nodded, “Yes, my task tonight is in Studio 8. I’ll be there until 8 am tomorrow. This seems to be the first time we’ve received tasks in the same location.”

“Do you think that if we both received the same task, others might have received it as well?”

Xia Chi paused the chopsticks in his hand, “It seems highly likely.”

“Brother,” he nervously looked at Bai Lixin, “What does this mean?”

Bai Lixin turned his head to look at the brightly lit TV station building, “I don’t know, perhaps it signifies the end of the warm-up and the beginning of the game.”

“Have you heard of the supernatural incidents in Studio 8?”

Xia Chi could see the TV station if he looked up. He gazed at it for a moment and suddenly shivered, then looked at Bai Lixin with fear, “No, it couldn’t be the studio the driver mentioned before, could it? The one where things fall down for no reason and hit people?”

Bai Lixin confirmed, “Yes, that’s the one. But before that, there’s a supernatural legend. Would you like to hear it?”

Xia Chi glanced at the food in front of him and then he looked at the TV station across the street with trepidation.

Suddenly, his expression changed and his face filled with fear, “Wuuu, brother, you have to save me, I’m doomed.”

Bai Lixin was also startled by Xia Chi’s reaction and quickly reassured him, “What’s wrong? Calm down and tell me slowly. Don’t cry.”

Xia Chi wiped away the tears that had welled up in his eyes, pointing at the delicious spread in front of him. “I wondered why the system was so considerate? Arranging a restaurant reservation, candlelight dinner, and all my favorite dishes.”

“It seems like the last meal before execution.”

“I’m sure the system predicted that I’ll be on a one-way trip to the TV station tonight, so it made sure I’m well-fed before setting out.”

“Wuuuu, Brother, I’m not ready to die yet, you have to save me.”

The “flash of inspiration” : “…”

‘Was this idiot’s face made in exchange for intelligence?

Usually, he relies on me like a plug in, and doesn’t even think before acting. Now, he’s suddenly quick on the uptake.’

Bai Lixin: “…”

‘Um, isn’t there a possibility that this is really just a very innocent candlelight dinner for you?’

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In the live broadcast room.

[Look how scared the child is.]

[Xia Chi seems particularly afraid of the supernatural.]

[Oh, I know. He’s most afraid of the Senior Sister in red.]

[To be fair, who wouldn’t be scared of the Senior Sister in red? I’d be scared too if I were in that situation.]

———————–

It was a seemingly pleasant meal, yet both Shen Mo and Xia Chi were unhappy.

Shen Mo was unhappy because there was an extra lightbulb.

Xia Chi was numb with fear.

Only Bai Lixin rested his chin in his hand, leisurely enjoying the view of the river in the distance and savoring the brilliance and twinkle of the city’s neon lights.

By the time they finished their meal, it was already 7:30 in the evening. After bidding farewell to Shen Mo, whose displeasure was evident, Bai Lixin pulled Xia Chi, who was less than enthusiastic, in the direction of the TV station.

The TV station’s studios operated 24 hours a day, and not just anyone could enter the TV station. When the staff on duty heard about Bai Lixin and Xia Chi’s purpose, they weren’t particularly surprised. In fact, they skillfully pointed upward and said, “Studio 8 is on the 4th floor. The elevator is out of order, so you’ll have to take the stairs. The staircase is at the far end of the lobby on the left side. Also, Studio 8 has unstable voltage due to a previous incident, and power outages are common. We suggest you take a flashlight.”

There were two people in the duty room. The one speaking scrutinized the two of them and their disapproving gaze implied: You’re going like this? Too hasty. At the very least, you should wear a helmet or something.’

Bai Lixin asked, “Why wear a helmet?”

The duty staff hesitated momentarily before replying, “In case of any accidents, at least you can protect your own lives.”

“Alright, alright, hurry up and go.” The duty staff urged the two to go in quickly.

Because they hadn’t walked far, they heard the hushed whispers of the two duty staff members, “How many is this today?”

“The sixth and seventh ones, I think? How many people did the TV station actually hire this time?”

“Whether they hire more or fewer, the key is to get rid of that Buddha. Following this pattern, who knows how many people might die?”

“Creating misfortune, it’s truly creating misfortune.”

“Was that incident from years ago really an accident? Why do I feel there’s something fishy? If it was an accident, it shouldn’t have escalated to this point, right? Look at its crazed appearance, it’s practically turning into a vengeful spirit, isn’t it?”

“Sigh, who knows? The culprit denies it, and there’s no evidence. Even if everyone thinks it was deliberate, without proof, it can only be treated as an accident. I just hope it can avenge itself, preventing evildoers from running rampant. Innocent people die tragically, while the perpetrators enjoy fame and fortune. It’s so unjust.”

“Hey, keep your voice down, don’t let that Buddha hear.”

“Don’t worry, it seems it can only cause disturbances in the studios. We’re so far away from there, nothing will happen.”

While walking, Xia Chi listened to the duty staff’s conversation. During their meal, he had already heard about the previous incident in Studio 8 from Bai Lixin. Now, hearing this conversation, he started feeling feverish even before entering the TV station.

His face was pale as he clung to Bai Lixin’s arm, moments from singing “Too Wronged.”

*Link to “Too Wronged“.

‘QvQ, I’m weak, wronged and helpless.

Why must they make me, a well-behaved young man who grew up under the sun, deal with a supernatural copy?’





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