Shuangwen Female Main Character Doesn’t Want To Be a Sensation #99

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Chapter 99

(Braised or Soup…)

Ye Ziwen and Dong De: …A large-scale face-slapping event.

Why did Boss Shi think of getting a turtle?

One of the show’s directors, who was a fan of Shi Zhi’s variety shows and had watched her in “Our Village,” whispered, “Turtle, is it tasty?”

And it’s free.

It seemed very much in line with Shi Zhi’s usual style. The director could already imagine how delicious Shi Zhi’s turtle dish would be.

…

Shi Zhi showed great enthusiasm for the turtle, sweeping away her usual laziness and appearing very serious.

This round required the guests to throw small darts.

The target wasn’t close to the guests, and those who tried first failed.

“Today’s not good, it’s windy.”

“There’s something wrong with these darts.”

Some guests analyzed everything from the distance to the weather to the darts themselves and concluded that it was very difficult to hit the target.

The director thought: Exactly, you’re not supposed to hit it!

If it were that easy, why would they even let you try? What would be the fun of that?

He finally found a shred of directorial dignity and showed his white teeth, perfunctorily acknowledging everyone.

The assistant director nudged the director.

“Shi Zhi hit it.”

Director: ???

He looked at Shi Zhi in shock.

Why is it always Shi Zhi?

While the director was stalling with the guests, Shi Zhi had already started working silently and hit the bullseye with every dart.

Shi Zhi looked at the darts in the center of the target and asked the director, “Is this good enough?”

Very relaxed.

Her ability was unquestionable.

The director of “Fast Forward” had heard that Shi Zhi was strong in everything she did, learning anything in seconds, earning the title of game bug. But he didn’t believe she was as amazing as she appeared on TV.

After all, many variety shows are scripted to make them more exciting.

Even without a script, the show can highlight a celebrity through clever editing.

Now, he witnessed it with his own eyes.

No script and no editing—Shi Zhi was just that strong.

Shi Zhi had already gotten her answer from the director’s expression and clasped her hands in thanks amidst the cheers of the other guests.

“Thank you for letting me win.”

The other guests took it well: they hadn’t let Shi Zhi win; even if there had been a few more of them, they still wouldn’t have hit the target.

Then, Shi Zhi placed her turtle prize in the designated area.

…

There were many game segments, but no more live creatures. Shi Zhi took each game seriously and didn’t overshadow the other guests, as the turtle attracted her more than any game segment.

One segment involved a team game where they had to tear name tags. The show team blindfolded everyone and placed them randomly. When Shi Zhi took off her blindfold, no teammates or opponents were around her.

Shi Zhi, “So now I just go find them?”

Because it was an outdoor reality show, many people recognized Shi Zhi as she looked for her “prey” and teammates.

While Shi Zhi was talking to the Cameramen, a girl suddenly shouted.

“Mother in law!”

This unusual address made her stand out immediately.

Shi Zhi’s fellow cameramen were also internet surfers, and they knew about fangirls calling Shi Zhi’s mother-in-law after she successfully launched a talent group. But none of them expected someone to dare call her that in real life.

The Cameramen quickly focused on Shi Zhi’s face, trying to capture her reaction.

Shi Zhi seemed slightly taken aback. She looked up and scanned the surroundings with bright eyes, then responded, “Yes?”

She acknowledged it!

Cameramen: ???

Show staff: ???

Even the girl who called her mother-in-law was momentarily stunned. She had impulsively called out and almost wanted to find a hole to hide in when she came to her senses.

It was too embarrassing.

But Shi Zhi’s response eased the awkwardness.

The girl’s face quickly turned red with excitement.

Oh my God! Did she get Mother’s approval?! Shi Zhi’s temper is too good!

There were others around, feeling envious and jealous.

They also wanted Mother’s approval.

As Shi Zhi walked, she asked the girl, “Whose daughter-in-law are you?” Translated, this meant, which of my artists is your girlfriend a fan of?

Going along with the conversation.

Shi Zhi waited for the girl to reveal her preference. Dong De and Ye Ziwen were in this episode, so she was likely chasing one of them. Shi Zhi had already seen someone holding a Ye Ziwen sign.

The girl, however, told her, “I am the daughter-in-law of all your sons.”

A jack of all trades, embracing all the boys from Shi Zhi’s studio.

Very loving.

Shi Zhi sighed, “Then you’re committing bigamy.”

Already getting into character.

Girl: If I’m guilty, please, Mother-in-law, arrest me. I’m willing to work at your studio and look after all the boys and girls.

Shi Zhi was still filming the show and couldn’t chat for long. Besides the girl who loved everyone, there were indeed fans of Ye Ziwen and Dong De around her.

Shi Zhi thought momentarily and made a deal with them, “If someone comes looking for me, please don’t reveal my location. I’ll draw signed photos of the studio’s artists for everyone when I get back.”

Shortly after Shi Zhi left, Ye Ziwen and another regular guest arrived.

Hearing Shi Zhi’s name, the regular guest hurriedly grabbed an onlooker and asked.

“Was Shi Zhi here?”

The onlooker didn’t answer, so the regular guest turned to Ye Ziwen.

“Ye Zi, it’s up to you.” Ye Ziwen was good-looking and sweet-talking and never failed in such segments.

“No mercy on the battlefield!”

Ye Ziwen was hesitant, but the regular guest kept urging him. Shi Zhi had also told Dong De and Ye Ziwen earlier not to worry about her in games and to treat her as they would anyone else.

So Ye Ziwen dropped his hesitation and walked up to the crowd.

“Hello everyone, we’re playing a game and wondering if anyone saw which direction Boss Shi… Shi Zhi went. Thank you very much.”

People took photos of Ye Ziwen but remained unmoved.

Regular guest:?

“Ye Zi, aren’t these your fans?”

Ye Ziwen also saw the signs.

Yes, they are his fans. But why wouldn’t they help him?

Ye Ziwen’s fans admitted they were his fans, but “So what?”

Cold and unfeeling.

“Honey, good luck, but we can’t give you any clues.”

Honey doesn’t acknowledge them, but Mother-in-law does, and there are signed photos to consider.

Ye Ziwen: …

He looked somewhat desolate; you only love the symbol I represent!

I’m right here, and you’re indifferent. QWQ

Ye Ziwen’s fans not only didn’t give him clues but also went to inform Shi Zhi.

…

Shi Zhi tore off two name tags with the help of her “daughter-in-law.” The show recording time for guests was short, and Shi Zhi felt like she was just playing. After playing, she saw a message from Cheng Yu that had been sent a few hours before.

“Do you need me to pick you up?”

Shi Zhi, “No!” Please don’t come over.

Cheng Yu felt a little disappointed when he saw this message. He looked down at his phone screen and slowly typed, “I seem to be near where you’re filming…”

Before sending it, Shi Zhi sent another message, “I’m already on my way to your house.”

“You’re not going out, are you?”

Shi Zhi considered this possibility. If so, it would be a coincidence.

Cheng Yu: …

He quickly deleted the previous message and calmly replied to Shi Zhi, “No, I’m at home.”

He urged the driver while asking Shi Zhi if she wanted to stay for a meal and what she would like to eat.

“Take the shortcut, get back quickly.”

The shortcut indeed got Cheng Yu back faster than Shi Zhi. When Shi Zhi arrived at Cheng Yu’s villa, he was already waiting at the door.

He wore a suit that looked very elegant, making Shi Zhi feel rejuvenated.

Cheng Yu smiled at Shi Zhi, “Was the filming smooth?”

Shi Zhi, “Mm.” Quite smooth.

Shi Zhi wanted to show off her trophy, bringing it with excitement.

“Actually, I came over to give you a gift.”

Cheng Yu had noticed Shi Zhi carrying a covered basin and planned to take it.

It seemed this was Shi Zhi’s gift.

Recently, Cheng Yu had frequently received gifts from Shi Zhi, feeling moved. He first sent the assistant away coldly and then warmly told Shi Zhi, “I have a gift for you too.”

Both had prepared gifts for each other.

Shi Zhi, “Why don’t you go first?” She became curious about Cheng Yu’s gift.

Cheng Yu’s gift was an amulet from a famous century-old temple, meant to bless Shi Zhi with safety, a smooth life, and good health.

Shi Zhi’s gift to Cheng Yu was the prize she won on the show—

A big turtle.

Shi Zhi: “This turtle grew up in the temple pond, absorbing the essence of heaven and earth. It was blessed by a high monk, with a very good meaning, wishing the recipient longevity and health.”

Shi Zhi explained the turtle to Cheng Yu as she showed it to him.

Her voice wasn’t loud, but every word touched Cheng Yu’s heart.

If the show director were here, he’d find Shi Zhi’s words familiar. It wasn’t just familiar; those were his exact lines!

Shi Zhi had debunked them then, but now she was using them to bless someone.

Shi Zhi: Though materialistic, she could bend the truth when needed.

They exchanged gifts, each praying for the other’s health and long life.

Shi Zhi treated the turtle patiently, hoping it would live with Cheng Yu for another century or more.

Then Shi Zhi checked online and found that turtles live for 30-60 years.

Shi Zhi: ???

If it really lived that long, it would die young!

Shi Zhi sat on the sofa, staring at the turtle in the basin, feeling like sighing. The light shone on her, making her look listless.

Cheng Yu knew why Shi Zhi was upset and tried to console her.

“I really like the gift, and the sentiment has been received.” That was its purpose.

Shi Zhi felt comforted by Cheng Yu. She finally decided to stick to her materialistic view, but she spoke with patience toward the turtle.

“Cheng Yu, do you prefer it braised or in soup?”

Since it couldn’t live long, it might as well be cooked to nourish Cheng Yu’s body!

Someone else might not keep up with such a whimsical thought, but Cheng Yu answered without hesitation, “Soup.”

He even offered to help Shi Zhi, “I’ll handle it and assist you.”