Chapter 24

Lilith didn’t expect that this incident would be broadcasted live. She stared incredulously at Michelle, who was standing with Zhang Song.

How could this happen? Michelle had been the one who proposed this plan in the first place, and now she was standing on the opposite side?

Michelle glanced at Lilith, her mood heavy. As the head manager of the company, she was naturally supposed to stand with Lilith, especially since the outcome of this situation would have a massive impact on the company. The consequences were unpredictable, and they didn’t even know how many corrective measures they would have to take.

At first, Michelle had indeed approached Zhang Song to discuss replacing someone, but Han Luofeng had suddenly appeared and told Zhang Song that he had noticed a small issue, insisting on taking Zhang Song with him.

Given Han Luofeng’s background and status, even Zhang Song had to treat him with respect. When Han Luofeng said something in person, could Zhang Song really refuse?

Thus, Han Luofeng brought his live streaming orb, along with Zhang Song and Michelle, to the conference room, where they listened to everything unfold.

During the whole process, Michelle could hardly keep her composure. The questioning gaze from Zhang Song made her feel like fainting.

She had never imagined that Lilith would be so stupid. After so many years as a manager, she still lacked caution. Others were clearly trying to trick her, but Lilith kept walking right into it.

No wonder Lilith hadn’t made any progress in all these years. Every artist under her was more irrelevant than the last. It was clear that Michelle’s ability was limited.

Han Luofeng didn’t care what Michelle and Zhang Song were thinking. He glanced at the time and said to Zhang Song, “Director Zhang, we’ll go upstairs and continue the live broadcast now.”

He gave Michelle a half-smile and thought to himself, if she still couldn’t understand the situation at this point, then the agency might as well close down.

Michelle, still perceptive, quickly reacted. She walked over to Qing Liu, concern written all over her face, and said, “Qing Liu, I really didn’t expect Lilith to do something like this. You’ve been wrong in the company these past two years, haven’t you?”

Qing Liu raised an eyebrow and even took two steps back, honestly startled by her sudden shift in demeanor.

She nodded. “Yes, I’ve been very wronged. Every day has been full of it.”

Michelle: “……”

She awkwardly glanced at Han Luofeng’s live streaming orb, thinking to herself that Qing Liu really was blunt and couldn’t read the room at all. In this situation, she couldn’t even muster up a few polite words to brush things over.

After all, hadn’t Qing Liu already gained the greatest benefit?

Michelle thought to herself and, once again, blamed Lilith. It was all because this fool didn’t teach the person properly!

Not only did she fail to control her artist, but this idiot had even been outplayed by her own artist.

Lilith was about to speak but was immediately silenced by Michelle’s sharp glare. “Shut up.”

Lilith glared at Qing Liu resentfully, but she didn’t dare speak anymore. Her reputation had already been tarnished, and her position in the company was precarious. If Michelle also abandoned her, she would be truly finished.

Michelle then turned to Qing Liu and spoke softly, “Go ahead and focus on the live broadcast for now. Everyone’s waiting. As for the company’s matters, we’ll talk after the broadcast ends.”

Qing Liu pretended to be troubled, trying to look aggrieved and accommodating. She spoke quietly, “Since you’ve said so, I’ll have to listen. Otherwise, what if next month, during my contribution evaluation, you report me to the inspector for blackmail?”

Michelle’s lips twitched, forcing a smile. “No, of course not! We would never do such a thing!”

Qing Liu immediately smiled brightly. “With you saying that, I can rest assured! My evaluation will definitely pass. Thank you so much!”

Michelle: “???”

What?

She had only said that they wouldn’t do anything underhanded, but she didn’t mean anything more by it. Why did it sound like Qing Liu thought she had already guaranteed her a successful evaluation?

Ridiculous!

Before Michelle could say anything else, Qing Liu didn’t give her the chance to speak.

She immediately turned and walked out, her voice bright and clear as she excitedly spoke into Han Luofeng’s live streaming orb, “This is awesome! Our manager sister is so beautiful and kind-hearted! I knew that as long as I behaved, I would be really lucky!”

Michelle: “……”

No wonder Lilith couldn’t handle this person. Her sarcasm was truly masterful!

At this moment, the viewers in the live stream had already gotten tired of cursing.

From the moment Han Luofeng arrived at the conference room door and overheard the conversation between Lilith and Qing Liu, the viewers in the live stream started criticizing Lilith, the agency, and even began cursing the contribution evaluation system, the cabinet members who set the rules, and eventually, the royal family and the empire.

Basically, the whole universe was at fault, but Qing Liu is not wrong!

【Qing Liu is so pitiful! What did she do in her past life to deserve having Lilith as her devil of an manager in this life?】

【Back then, when I saw Qing Liu trying to get attention from male celebrities, I really disliked her. She used to wear heavy makeup and didn’t look as good as she does now!】

【Lilith really covered up all of Qing Liu’s strengths. Is she allergic to beauty? No normal person would do something like this!】

【Wuwuwuwu, poor little cat, I apologize for criticizing her before! The humanoid version of the little cat is even cuter! Those cat-like eyes are killing me! Ahhhhhh, my wife!】

【How dare they! I’m going to buy my wife a dress! How could she dress so casually during such an important confession segment?】

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The viewers in the live stream were simultaneously trashing Qing Liu’s agency while also licking the screen in her personal live stream.

Although Qing Liu was not wearing any makeup, she was naturally beautiful with flawless pale skin. Her long white hair shimmered with a faint golden hue under the sunlight, and her emerald eyes were full of life, exuding a mischievous glint when she looked at people.

As Qing Liu walked into the villa with Han Luofeng, she turned around and noticed Han Luofeng was staring at her.

With a smile, she asked, “What are you staring at me for?”

Han Luofeng looked at Qing Liu, who was wearing a simple T-shirt and casual pants, and said softly, “Aren’t you going to change into something else?”

After all, this was the face-to-face confession segment with the guest!

Qing Liu also thought about it. It wasn’t that she didn’t want to wear a dress, but the original owner was just a poor student, and the clothes stored in the smart terminal were all very ordinary, with nothing suitable for the occasion. Technically, the company should have prepared something for her, but now there was nothing available.

Just as Qing Liu was about to explain to Han Luofeng, he spoke first, “Go change into something else. Don’t worry, there’s still twenty minutes before it starts.”

Qing Liu: “……”

Change into what? Where would she even change? What clothes did she have?

At this moment, she saw two young women in professional outfits walking toward her. They said to Qing Liu, “Ms. Qing Liu, please come with us.”

Qing Liu: “……”

She glanced at Han Luofeng. Since they were in front of the live stream audience, she didn’t say much and followed the two women.

The two women led her to the dressing room in the program’s office. Although Qing Liu had been staying in the villa for several days and had noticed this small room, she had always assumed it was a place for the servants to stay. She didn’t realize it was actually part of the program’s office!

However, it was clear that the area had already been prepared. The two women stood at the door of the dressing room. One took out a blue, diamond-embellished gown from her personal terminal, along with matching shoes, jewelry, and other accessories, and politely asked Qing Liu, “May we assist you with your dressing?”

Qing Liu: “……”

A little confused, Qing Liu began to change. As one woman adjusted the dress’s hem, another helped her put on the jewelry, and a third woman came over to style her hair. Curiously, Qing Liu asked, “Are you part of the program team?”

The woman who was doing her hair smiled and replied, “No, ma’am. We are part of the Han family’s exclusive service team.”

Since the Han family lived nearby, and Han Luofeng had contacted them half an hour ago, they had been able to arrive so promptly.

Because time was tight, the stylist quickly gathered Qing Liu’s hair into an updo, fluffing the bangs and letting some stray strands fall on either side of her cheeks. This casual, lazy look suited her “little cat” persona perfectly, while also accentuating her small, delicate face.

After Qing Liu was dressed, the stylist took a look and, clearly pleased, clapped her hands and said, “You look absolutely stunning! Now, you’re ready for the dinner party!”

Qing Liu felt a bit embarrassed by the compliment.

Back when she worked as a healer in the survival game, she was constantly busy saving others, wearing a fixed outfit, and always covered in dust and grime. She never had the chance to look pretty, so this was the first time anyone had ever praised her appearance.

Qing Liu was happy. She left the dressing room and was surprised to see Han Luofeng still standing outside the door. She walked over, feeling quite favorable toward this man who had helped her twice.

Approaching him, she lowered her voice and asked, “Do I look good?”

Han Luofeng hid his surprise in his eyes, swallowed, and then replied with a calm expression, “You look good.”

Hearing this, Qing Liu became even happier.

Han Luofeng looked at her carefree expression and couldn’t help but ask, “You know who I am, right?”

Qing Liu nodded. “Of course, you’re the golden-haired tiger.”

This reminded her of the three-legged golden-haired tiger, which made her even happier.

Han Luofeng: “……”

That wasn’t what he meant. He was asking about himself—Han Luofeng, the person. Surely she knew who he was, right?

Before Han Luofeng could say anything else, the program’s staff arrived.

Qing Liu’s live stream was reopened, and billions of interstellar viewers had been waiting for a long time.

The staff conducted the routine solo interview with Qing Liu, as Han Luofeng’s live stream had already recorded the entire conversation between Qing Liu and Lilith.

Therefore, the staff temporarily changed the interview questions.

“Qing Liu, do you know that the other four guests are already waiting upstairs?”

Qing Liu nodded. She was aware of that.

The staff smiled mysteriously. “Do you know who they are?”

Qing Liu shook her head. “No, I don’t.”

The staff asked, “If Eric and Chester are both there, what would you do?”

Qing Liu’s eyes widened, her expression turning a bit panicked. “Ah, well…”

She paused, then added, “That might be awkward, right? Won’t it be uncomfortable for them to see me?”

The staff member: “……”

Shouldn’t it be Qing Liu who’s awkward?

The staff laughed and asked again, “If they both confess to you, which one would you choose?”

Qing Liu suddenly laughed and waved her hand. “That’s impossible!”

She said firmly, “They care about their pride too. Don’t say things like that.”

The staff: “……”