The night was dark, with moonlight flowing like water. The wind blew cool against the skin, rustling through the treetops with a soft, whispering sound.
Ning Yu took the initiative to step forward, moving closer to Xu Nanyun. She lowered her head slightly, a faint smile playing on her lips.
Xu Nanyun let out a soft, breathy sound from his nose, his voice as cold and heavy as the night itself.
“To be frank, I want to cooperate with you.”
He cut straight to the point, getting right to the heart of the matter—a directness that truly matched his outward appearance. He didn’t look like the type to drag things out.
Ning Yu had a vague idea of what he might be getting at, but she deliberately feigned ignorance. “If you want to cooperate, you could go to my brother. I don’t manage the family business.”
Xu Nanyun fixed his gaze on Ning Yu’s eyes, his expression icy and bleak. “I’m referring to Xu Yize. We share a common enemy.”
Now Ning Yu understood.
Xu Nanyun was another son of Mr. Xu, born to a different mother than Xu Yize. Having spent so many years abroad, he naturally had no affection for this younger brother.
In wealthy families, fighting over inheritance was all too common.
But still…
Xu Nanyun fell silent, sitting motionless in his wheelchair. His back remained straight, and his expressionless face added an intimidating air.
He was waiting for Ning Yu’s response.
Ning Yu raised an eyebrow helplessly, her tone light and breezy. “Sorry to disappoint you. It’s true we share a common enemy, but I can handle my own revenge. Besides, I don’t want to get involved in whatever issues you have with him.”
In short—none of my business!
If you want revenge on your brother, go do it yourself. Why drag me into it?
Besides, I can make Xu Yize suffer on my own. Today was just the first time; there will be more.
She and Xu Yize were on the same show, after all. She didn’t believe he could sit quietly and keep his mouth shut in the upcoming episodes.
Xu Nanyun hadn’t expected Ning Yu to refuse so bluntly, without a moment’s hesitation. Her rejection was absolute.
For a moment, his expression darkened even further.
Yet, he didn’t lash out at Ning Yu. Instead, after a brief silence, he pressed on. “It’s fine. I know you don’t trust me. But given Xu Yize’s temperament, he’s likely to do something later. When that happens, I’ll still be waiting for you, Miss Ning.”
Xu Nanyun spoke these words with calm detachment, but in that moment, a flicker of hesitation crossed Ning Yu’s mind.
She tried to search his eyes for any hint of deception, but all she saw was his slightly pallid face, which made her shrink back after just one glance.
Would Xu Yize really do something later?
But who could predict the future?
Ning Yu was determined not to get caught up in the conflict between the two Xu brothers.
She was content to focus on her roles as a young lady and a celebrity.
Seeing that Ning Yu remained silent, Xu Nanyun maintained his composure, though his eyes grew even more somber.
“Then, we’ll wait and see.”
Let’s see what Xu Yize does next.
He knew this younger brother all too well—ambitious but lacking real ability, simple-minded and prone to impulsiveness.
Today, Ning Yu had humiliated him so publicly. If Xu Yize didn’t seek revenge, he wouldn’t be Xu Yize.
After all, he had always been petty, just like his mother—skilled at scheming behind others’ backs.Fu Jingchen hadn’t expected that the two would really just exchange a few words, and the speed of it left him in disbelief.
Seeing both Ning Yu and Xu Nanyun heading in his direction, Fu Jingchen quickly stepped forward and pulled Ning Yu to his side, genuinely afraid that his younger sister might get hurt.
Xu Nanyun was somewhat speechless at Fu Jingchen’s actions.
“It’s getting late. If the two of you are heading back, you should leave soon, lest my father comes out later.”
Xu Nanyun’s face seemed to never show a second expression, and no matter what he said, his tone remained the same.
Ning Yu truly felt that this person gave off a creepy vibe.
Immediately, she tightened her grip on Fu Jingchen’s arm and said urgently, “Let’s go back, brother. I’m tired.”
Fu Jingchen had been staring at Xu Nanyun, but upon hearing Ning Yu’s words, he decisively nodded at her. “Alright, if you’re tired, we’ll go back.”
Having an older brother is so nice~
Ning Yu turned around and finally breathed a sigh of relief. However, she was still pondering what Xu Nanyun had just said.
She had transmigrated into this book, but now the events were unfolding in a new direction. Even if she didn’t care about Xu Yize, she still had to be cautious.
Meanwhile, Fu Jingchen brought up another matter in the car.
“Xiao Yu, we were photographed and misunderstood before. I saw the news, and people still don’t believe I’m your brother. Why don’t you just post a photo together to prove it?”
Ning Yu leaned back in the car seat, her posture not particularly elegant, and asked slowly with her head drooping, “Why should I prove it? Brother, you are my brother—that’s a fact. Why do I need to prove that you’re my brother?”
Ning Yu felt her logic was flawless.
The problem clearly lay with the brainless netizens of today. Fu Jingchen was her biological brother, an indisputable fact. Did she really need to prove to netizens that her own brother was Fu Jingchen?
Besides, Fu Jingchen had given interviews to the media before, and his family background was already out there.
If Ning Yu really posted a photo together, Fu Jingchen would also be dragged into public scrutiny.
She didn’t want her family exposed to the public.
But Fu Jingchen didn’t see it that way.
Fu Jingchen was someone who had studied domineering CEO novels and carefully analyzed his own words and actions.
As soon as he got home, he immediately called his assistant for help.
Where there’s a Zhuge Liang, there’s bound to be a Pang Tong.
The assistant stroked his stubble thoughtfully and finally came to a conclusion.
“I get it. It must be because you’re not impressive enough. That’s how it’s written in novels. You haven’t done enough, and the young lady doesn’t fully trust you yet!”
Damn.
Fu Jingchen punched the sandbag in front of him.
He wasn’t impressive enough?
Was he really that embarrassing to Ning Yu?
What should he do? Asking for advice online, feeling like crying.
Just as he was about to throw another punch, his phone suddenly rang.
Seeing the familiar number, Fu Jingchen tore off his gloves, his expression returning to calm as he answered…
The second episode of “Troubles Help Help Help” officially began recording.
Once again, they were seated in a room near the client’s home, and Ning Yu arrived early as usual.
Last time she appeared, she was chased and criticized by Xu Yize’s fans.
But this time was different. Ning Yu bounced over, full of energy and confidence.
Bullet comments:
“Here comes Ning Jie! Make way for the young lady!”
“It’s Ning Yu, she really is stunning. My savior for my mammary glands. Hope you keep scolding and scolding this episode too.””Yes, this bizarre variety show makes me both love and hate it. If this episode is as disgusting as before, I hope Ning Yu will curse a few more times to vent my anger for me!”