CHAPTER 39 (PART 2)

If Yan Li had been another contestant, she would have grabbed his wrist and taken him down immediately…

Unfortunately, it seemed like all the other contestants had truly scattered.

Jiang Su finished her breakfast, yet no one came to ambush her.

Meanwhile, as Yan Li exited the hotel, his secretary followed behind, asking, “Mr. Yan, there are cameras everywhere—will this be a problem?”

“Isn’t that even better? It makes it harder for them to act,” Yan Li replied.

One of the bodyguards nodded. “Right. With cameras around, the risk is higher for them. Not only do we not have to avoid them, but we can even walk straight toward them.”

The secretary still looked uneasy and even asked, “Mr. Yan, do you know the woman you just greeted? Is she a concern?”

Perhaps it was just his imagination, but that seemingly relaxed girl in a bathrobe had an aura that was different—beneath it was a sharpness that sent a shiver down his spine.

“She’s not someone I know,” Yan Li shook his head. “But she’s not a threat either.”

At least, not to him.

To Yan Yucheng? That was another matter.

Yan Li only knew about Jiang Su because his cousin had told him.

His cousin had said that Yan Yucheng had recently been getting close to an actress from their company, frequently visiting her on set. As the young master of the Yan family, he couldn’t afford to tarnish their reputation. Mrs. Yan might not care, but as his older brother, Yan Li had to keep an eye on things.

According to his cousin, this Jiang Su woman was something else.

“A vixen who can make men lose their minds,” was how his cousin had described her.

Yan Li hadn’t been pleased to hear that.

He had just learned that the Zhao family’s Mrs. Zhao was furious because her eldest son had gotten tangled up with an actress. She was planning to completely ruin that woman’s career. The whole family was in chaos.

Yan Li had mentally noted Jiang Su’s name, but he hadn’t expected to run into her the moment he arrived in Tongcheng for business.

As for whether she could really make men lose their minds—he wasn’t sure.

But she was undeniably beautiful, the kind of beauty that most men would like.

Yan Li frowned slightly at the thought and said in a low voice, “Forget it. Let’s go pick up Smith first.”

“Yes, sir.”

Yan Li got into his car.

Meanwhile, Jiang Su finished her breakfast and headed back upstairs.

The comment section was still going wild with speculations.

[Damn, that guy was so handsome! Is he a contestant too?]

[No, he’s from the Yan family! Do you guys even know who the Yan family is? That’s Yan Li, the legitimate heir! He’s a big deal!]

[How does he know Jiang Su? Is he a fan of hers?]

[Can Jiang Su’s fans stop fantasizing? There’s no way he’s her fan! He probably heard about her from Yan Yucheng.]

[Who’s Yan Yucheng?]

[Jiang Su’s boss.]

It didn’t take long for arguments to break out in the comments.

Meanwhile, Jiang Su grabbed a large bag and entered the bathroom, slowly starting to put on makeup.

At the same time, Chen Xufang, who had been hiding in the hotel, finally opened his door.

Chen Xufang stepped out.

[Bro, that wig—at least brush it out a little!]

[Wait, is that a cleaning lady?]

[LMAO, Chen Xufang the master of disguise.]

Chen Xufang had disguised himself as a hotel cleaner, giving him the perfect excuse to continue hiding out in the hotel.

The comment section quickly shifted focus.

[Wait, is Fang Ziyi facing off against Wang Ji?]

[Ugh, she’s so annoying.]

[Why did the show even invite her again? Just for the drama?]

Fang Ziyi was the only other female guest who had previously participated in Battle Royale before Jiang Su. But her performance had been terrible, so most of the show’s fans didn’t like her.

[By the way, Fang Ziyi and Jiang Su are in the same drama, right?]

[Yeah, Fang Ziyi plays the second female lead. But Jiang Su has probably finished filming already.]

Fang Ziyi’s participation in the show this time was no accident.

She had long heard that Jiang Su performed exceptionally well in the battle royale. So when Fang Ziyi received the invitation, she agreed without hesitation. She wanted to redeem herself from her previous humiliation! The best way? To defeat Jiang Su in the end!

So, Fang Ziyi took the initiative to smile and said to Wang Ji in front of her, “Shall we team up? I’ll be honest with you—I’m an ordinary player. This role is called ‘prey,’ right?”

Wang Ji was a risk-taker, always up for a challenge, and immediately agreed.

Fang Ziyi then revealed her strategic thinking. “The personas we choose can’t be too unique. We need to move freely in this area, so our identities have to be ones that allow us to wander around without drawing suspicion. Otherwise, people will see through us at a glance.” She suggested, “Let’s pretend to be a couple.”

Meanwhile, since Jiang Su was in the bathroom and the cameras couldn’t capture her, only her microphone picked up her voice as she spoke to the off-screen audience.

“Do you know which types of people blend into crowds the most seamlessly?”

[Wow, Su Su is talking to us even from the bathroom?]

[No idea.]

Cheng Yue had just opened his tablet in the car when he heard Jiang Su’s voice.

Jiang Su spoke calmly, “First, couples. Second, street vendors. Third, taxi drivers. Fourth, delivery workers and couriers… They move around a lot but can also stay in one place for long periods without seeming out of place.”

[That’s right! I’ve seen undercover cops in crime shows disguise themselves like this!]

Jiang Su continued, “So, other contestants will be among these roles.” She then added, “Except for Chen Xufang.”

[Fang Ziyi and Wang Ji—danger ahead.]

[Hahaha, Jiang Su sees right through Chen Xufang’s survival tactics and even pointed it out!]

Meanwhile, contestant He Feng was also muttering to the camera, “I’ll pose as a driver… If I don’t shave for a night, do I look the part?”

[He Feng, you’re in danger.]

[But with so many drivers, they won’t necessarily target him, right?]

[They’re all operating in the CBD area… and parking there isn’t easy. Isn’t that a dead giveaway? Plus, the production team will surely mark certain areas—otherwise, how would the contestants even start searching?]

The discussion in the live chat became increasingly heated. At this point, people were no longer focused on who the killers and prey were.

Because, in the end… it didn’t matter.

No matter what role they played, Jiang Su would go after them all—she never cared about alliances.

As for Cheng Yue, he was only curious—why did Jiang Su know all this?

Hmm?

Could it be that, in real life, she had actually worked in the military or law enforcement?

He had no idea.

Jiang Su was simply someone who needed to learn how not to get caught.

At this moment, Jiang Su finally opened the bathroom door and stepped out.

The live chat fell silent for a moment.

[Who… is that?]

[Holy—!!!]

[Did she paint her own face with magic?!]

With just a few strokes of makeup, Jiang Su had completely transformed.

She had changed into an outfit that stood out.

A black leather skirt hugged her waist tightly.

Her hair was now a striking red bob, cut just to her chin, with the ends curling inward, perfectly framing her delicate face.

The woman now standing before the audience appeared to be in her early thirties—her eyes alluring, her lips curving into a teasing smile, faint lines forming at the corners of her eyes. Her figure was graceful yet radiant with a seductive glow.

She was both cool and sexy.

She had the kind of presence that made people avert their gaze out of nervousness after just one look.

It wasn’t that she looked completely different from before.

But because her style was so drastically changed—even her apparent age shifted—it became even harder for those familiar with her to recognize her at first glance.

Cheng Yue: “……”

Just how much more was she capable of?

[Ahhh, Jiang Su actually smiles! And she can smile like this—so breathtakingly charming! No, my heart can’t handle it!]

[If I could look like this in my thirties, I’d be set for life!]

The cameraman following her also seemed like a different person altogether.

His previously tall and sturdy posture suddenly slouched. His skin had taken on a sickly yellowish-gray tint. His once-round face now appeared thinner, almost gaunt. He wore a small skullcap on his head and a faded army-green vest slung over his shoulder. The transformation was so effective that he now looked like a struggling freelance journalist from some obscure tabloid.

Jiang Su stepped out of the room and nonchalantly grabbed a microphone from the production team.

The staff watched in a daze as she strutted away in seven-centimeter heels, still in disbelief.

At the same time, Yu Xinyan had finally found what she believed to be the perfect disguise.

She wore a large straw hat, pulling the brim down so low it nearly covered her entire face. Her jacket was oversized—zipped up completely, making her figure indistinguishable.

The problem was…

[I can’t—this is too funny. You look way too suspicious!]

As the live chat erupted in laughter, Jiang Su had already left the hotel, effortlessly drawing attention from passersby as she made her way straight to the CBD’s central plaza.

Yu Xinyan emerged from a clothing store and walked directly toward Jiang Su.

[Hasn’t Yu Xinyan recognized her? This is hilarious.]

[Jiang Su’s confidence is too overwhelming… Plus, her whole vibe has changed.]

Jiang Su stopped in front of Yu Xinyan.

Yu Xinyan glanced at the microphone in Jiang Su’s hand. “An interview? Sorry, I’m in a hurry.”

Jiang Su: “Mm.”

Then she asked, “Any last words?”

Yu Xinyan’s eyes widened.

She hadn’t recognized Jiang Su’s face yet—but she had recognized the voice.

Yu Xinyan groaned. “Is it too late to run?”

“It is.”

“But I’m a killer… You can still eliminate me?”

[Yu Xinyan just exposed her identity like that? This is a true newbie move.]

Jiang Su: “I can.”

Yu Xinyan stared at Jiang Su, dazzled by her striking beauty, and unconsciously swallowed. Trembling, she said, “Su Su, don’t kill me.”

Jiang Su: “…”

Yu Xinyan: “I love Su Su. Su Su, please don’t kill me. I’ll buy you candy tomorrow. This is my first time playing, let me live for one more day, please?”

Jiang Su: “…” “Let’s go.”

As soon as Jiang Su finished speaking, she turned and walked away.

[??? That worked?]
[Damn? So the most effective way to not get eliminated by Jiang Su is to act cute and beg?]
[W would cry watching this.]

Who was W?

This thought flashed through Cheng Yue’s mind but quickly disappeared.

Cheng Yue stared at the screen as Jiang Su walked away, his lips pressing into a tight line.

…So skilled, yet so soft-hearted? Hm?

Jiang Su moved through the crowd and finally stopped by a taxi, raising her hand to knock on the window. “Excuse me, may I ask you a question?”

Her voice was slightly lowered, carrying a husky and alluring tone.

“What kind of question?” came a voice from inside the car.

Jiang Su asked, “Are you happy?”

The person inside thought, I’ve seen this meme before!

He rolled down the window and smiled. “My last name isn’t ‘Fu’ (happiness).”

[He Feng?!]
[Your last name should be ‘Dao,’ full name: Dao Mei Dan (bad luck).]

He Feng hadn’t recognized Jiang Su yet. He only saw an arm.

He asked, “Which media outlet are you from? This isn’t a street interview for CCTV, is it?”

Jiang Su had long arms.

When she was in a talent show, fans used to joke that her proportions were so perfect she could have been a model.

She reached through the window and easily unlocked the car door. With a flick of her toe, the door swung fully open.

She avoided the door as it moved and smoothly slid into the driver’s seat.

The show’s director cursed in the background.

“Damn, this is way too easy for her!”

“How did she lock onto He Feng so accurately?”