Liu Wan: Well, when the time comes, you have to show off in front of a few of them. We'll also be going back for the Mid-Autumn Festival this year. Just in time for everyone to go together. @Jason Liu // You're coming back too, don't forget!
Seeing his mother type so many words at once, Jason Liu could sense the deep resentment behind them. He could imagine how she must have felt over the years—frustrated, simmering with silent anger.
This time, she wanted him to come home, just as his sister had said, to put on a show in front of their relatives. After all, their family had always been looked down upon. But now that her son, she had finally made something of himself, she was eager to vent all the frustration that had built up in her heart.
Seeing his sister's firm stance, Jason Liu knew there was no room for refusal. Her tone made it clear—this was not a request but an expectation.
Jason couldn't help but smile bitterly. He really didn't enjoy these kinds of childish displays. But thinking about how his parents had endured years of humiliation, he felt a sense of duty as their son. If showing off a little could bring them some pride and dignity, then so be it.
Jason Liu: Alright, Mom, don't worry. I'll be home for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Dad Liu: Don't let it interfere with your work.
Seeing his father's message, Jason smiled and quickly replied.
Jason Liu: Got it, Dad. Don't worry, I'll make sure everything at the company is taken care of before I leave.
After chatting for a while, Jason exited the family group chat.
It was only a little past ten, and he wasn't sleepy yet. With nothing better to do, he instinctively opened a short video app.
Scrolling through videos, he looked at various live streamers. This was a habit he had developed after work—watching short videos and checking in on the streamers he followed.
One of the streamers he had been following for a while was Qiqi.
He followed her mainly because she was exceptionally beautiful and matched his aesthetic preferences. Simply put, he was drawn to the beauty of this nineteen-year-old girl.
Because he had been busy in Westeros for the past month, he hadn't had the chance to watch Qiqi's live streams.
When he entered her live stream, she was performing for her audience.
Dressed in a black maid outfit, she exuded both charm and cuteness.
Qiqi, who was dancing on-screen, noticed his username and greeted him sweetly.
However, after about half an hour, she unexpectedly ended her live stream early.
Her cousin who lived with her and acted as her manager, assistant, and even part-time caretaker, noticed and asked, "Why did you stop streaming early? You still had an hour left."
Qiqi removed the cat-ear headband she had been wearing, tossed it onto the sofa, took a sip of water, and said, "I just saw that Brother Jason finally came online, so I wanted to chat with him."
"In the future, if I want to enter the entertainment industry, I might need his help! Of course, I have to keep in touch."
"Well, you're not wrong," her cousin admitted. "But don't take it too seriously. Just like before, keep them interested but don't actually meet up or take things further. You know how to play the game."
"Don't forget, your parents entrusted you to me, and I have to take good care of you!"
"Oh, Sister don't worry!" Qiqi replied confidently while typing on her phone. "I'm not some naive little girl who doesn't know how the world works. Do you think I'd fall for some sweet talk and a few small gifts?"
She chuckled. "My family might not be super rich, but my parents work at the Magic Capital Hospital and earn a good income. I've never lacked money since I was a kid! Plus, we're making a decent amount now."
"Some of these guys think that just because they have a few thousand bucks, they can take me out for dinner. Ha! If they don't even have a million in their bank account, I don't know where they get the confidence to message me!"
She patted the Totoro plushie on her lap and laughed heartily.
Her cousin couldn't help but admire her. Not only was Qiqi beautiful and from a good family, but she was also smart. She played those gullible guys in her fan base like a fiddle, making them think they had a chance with her.
This girl really knew how to handle people!
If she had been born in ancient times, she would have been a master in palace intrigue.
Qiqi's cousin had even looked into this "Brother Jason" before. He was a very handsome man, but more importantly, he was young and successful. From nothing, he had built a business worth tens of millions and even started his own company.
Among all the men in Qiqi's fanbase, this Jason Liu had the best qualifications by far.
Sometimes, Qiqi's cousin even wondered if Qiqi was truly serious about entering the entertainment industry—or if she was considering snagging this diamond bachelor, dating him, and becoming a rich wife straight after graduation.
After all, with her looks, landing a high-quality man wouldn't be difficult.
Meanwhile,Qiqi was completely unaware of her cousin's thoughts. She was busy chatting with Jason Liu on WeChat.
Qiqi: Brother Jason, how have you been? You haven't watched my live stream for a whole month! Qiqi is so sad!
Jason Liu: I've been busy with work. No time.
Qiqi: So busy with work? What have you been up to?
Jason Liu: Just company matters. But things are settling down now.
Qiqi: The National Day holiday is coming up in three days. Are you planning to take a break?
Jason Liu: No vacation. On the 1st, I'm going to the Hilton Hotel in the Magic Capital for the Guardian Auction. I'll see how things go after that.
Qiqi: Wow! You're really attending the Guardian Auction? That's amazing!
Jason Liu took a screenshot of his electronic invitation to prove he wasn't joking and sent it over.
Su Qiqi showed it to her cousin, who quickly checked online to verify. Indeed, the Guardian Auction was set to be held at the Hilton Hotel in the Magic Capital on the 1st.
It was real.
Qiqi: That's awesome, Brother Jason! When you come to the Magic Capital, you should visit me! I'll take you around and show you the best places!
Jason Liu: Your home is in the Magic Capital?
He had only known from her profile that she was a student there, but he hadn't realized her home was in the city as well.
Qiqi: Well… sort of! I spend my holidays here, so it's basically home. So, do you want to come visit me? I'll give you the best tour of the city!
Qiqi wanted to meet Jason Liu in person, to see what kind of person he really was. If he was truly as impressive as he seemed, maybe he could be the key to her future in the entertainment industry.
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