The next day, Shiyin woke up and found a card on the floor outside her room.

She bent down to pick it up and saw a line of words:

“Sorry about yesterday, I didn’t mean to yell at you. Don’t be mad.”

Shiyin narrowed her eyes at the card and then threw it in the trash.

She really wanted to kill this man who was juggling two women with a stick!

That evening, while having dinner with Meng Ran, Shiyin learned that Zhou Siyang had left in a hurry early that morning.

Over the next few days, Shiyin was busy filming. The first episode had already been filmed and was set to air this Friday night. They were now recording the second episode.

The second episode would begin preparations for the first performance.

The 88 of them would be divided into 8 groups, 11 people per group, and then they would start practicing dancing and singing with the teachers.

The original book didn’t go into detail about arranging each person, so Shiyin only knew that she was in a team with Dan Qing for the first performance. The book also didn’t describe any drama or conflict.

So, this week, besides being a little tired from rehearsals, there were no unexpected situations.

As for why she was tired…

Because her good friend, the cute Dan Qing, had no dance foundation and was embarrassed to ask others for help, Shiyin secretly taught her to dance.

During breaks, the two of them would also hum songs and warm up their voices.

Zhou Chengyuan arrived on Friday.

Shiyin was busy filming during the day, so she didn’t have time to see him.

After work ended that night, Shiyin returned to the hotel and not long after, someone knocked on the door.

Shiyin opened the door and saw Chen Meng.

She was stunned for a moment, quickly reacting and asking Chen Meng, “Where’s Little Uncle?”

Chen Meng said to Shiyin with great respect and politeness, “Sir is waiting for Madam in the presidential suite on the top floor. This is the room key.”

Chen Meng handed Shiyin a card.

Shiyin took it, “I’ll go over after I tidy up.”

But Chen Meng said, “Sir asked Madam to go now. I’ll have someone pack your things and send them over.”

Shiyin didn’t move for a moment. Chen Meng said again, “Madam, don’t make things difficult for me.”

Alright, anyway, she couldn’t avoid it tonight.

Shiyin took the room key and went to the presidential suite where Zhou Chengyuan was staying.

On the way, she couldn’t help but complain in her heart. This wealthy family is truly wealthy. Even a dying background character can afford to stay in a presidential suite.

They’re not just rich.

They’re ridiculously rich.

She reached the door, pursed her lips, and gave herself a pep talk, telling herself to act accordingly tonight and not be suppressed by Zhou Chengyuan without any room to resist like a week ago.

She absolutely couldn’t let him lead her around by the nose!

As a result, when Shiyin went in, she found Zhou Chengyuan sitting on the sofa watching TV.

The TV was playing the first episode of “Tomorrow’s Star” that she was on.

That wasn’t the point.

The point was… it was now playing the segment where the three judges showcased their talents. All the nearly 100 female trainees in the audience were staring at the judges with infatuated expressions.

And the editors and post-production team!

Are you trying to kill me!

Shiyin watched as her eyes on the screen were covered by two beating hearts, and a blush of youthful shyness was added to her cheeks. Especially the two words “Male God” displayed next to it, she wished she could die right then and there.

Zhou Chengyuan lifted his eyelids and beckoned her with a wave, “Shiyin, come here.”

Shiyin nervously moved over and sat beside him.

The next second, the man leaned over and whispered in her ear, “Everything feels so boring without Little Uncle? Hmm?”

“Boring enough to be infatuated with other men?”

Shiyin’s eyes blinked rapidly, “That… Little Uncle… it’s for the show!”

She still tried to explain and salvage the situation, but Zhou Chengyuan didn’t give her a chance.

He turned her face, forcing her to look at him. The man’s eyes darkened, and a strange curve appeared at the corner of his mouth. His voice was husky, yet filled with an endless warmth and tenderness, as he murmured to her, “How can Shiyin be so overbearing, to look at other men with that kind of gaze.”

He cupped her face, threatening, “Shiyin must be good, don’t sneak peeks at any other men except Little Uncle.”

“Otherwise,” he lightly touched her lips, “Little Uncle can only destroy them.”

Shiyin widened her eyes in shock. The man in front of her, who was so close, had already bitten her lips.

Shiyin didn’t expect Zhou Chengyuan to say such a thing.

What does he mean “don’t let her sneak peeks at any other men except him”?

She wasn’t sneaking peeks, she was openly admiring a man who could sing, dance, and was handsome.

And the words he said about destroying others…

Damn, do you have an antisocial personality? You want to destroy people at the drop of a hat? Are you trying to taste the iron bars in the last few months of your life?

Shiyin was indeed stunned for a few seconds by Zhou Chengyuan’s words and tone.

It was during those few seconds that he took advantage of her again.

He kissed her, but that wasn’t enough, he leaned over and bit her lips again.

Shiyin felt that she couldn’t bear it anymore. If the uncle can bear it, the aunt can’t bear it anymore. So, Shiyin, who couldn’t bear it anymore, opened her mouth and bit back.

She tasted blood.

A metallic taste…

Zhou Chengyuan’s eyes darkened, waves surging within them, as if he were about to engulf her in the next second.

His lips were bitten by Shiyin, bleeding a little.

Zhou Chengyuan raised his lips slightly, his tongue extended to lick the place where she had bitten him.

The man’s face was a little pale, but his lips were exceptionally red, creating a strong contrast, making him look even more alluring and abstinent.

Shiyin wanted to push him away, but Zhou Chengyuan took advantage of the opportunity to grab her hand.

Shiyin’s cheeks flushed red, and she felt a little panicked in her heart.

After all, his words just now had scared her.

Shiyin discreetly tried to pull her hand back, but he kissed it lightly.

The next second, Zhou Chengyuan took her finger in his mouth and gently nibbled it.

A pain shot through her fingertip. Shiyin frowned and hummed in pain.

The corners of Zhou Chengyuan’s mouth curled up, and he held her hand, asking in a low voice, “Did Shiyin remember what I just said?”

Shiyin looked at him. The man smiled faintly, his gaze gentle.

But Shiyin didn’t know why, the moment she met his eyes, her heart sank, qwq

What are you cowering for, Shiyin? It’s just Zhou Chengyuan, what are you afraid of?

She couldn’t explain why she was afraid of him, but she just inexplicably felt a little intimidated when she saw his gentle gaze. She nodded involuntarily.

Then, she heard herself say in a cowardly voice, “I remember.”

Damn it!

That’s all she’s got.

Zhou Chengyuan was finally slightly satisfied. He pulled Shiyin into his arms, gently stroking her head, and praised, “So good.”

Shiyin silently rolled her eyes.

You said you were going to destroy people, how could I not be good?

Later, Shiyin thought about it carefully and realized that Zhou Chengyuan’s reaction was exactly the same as a husband’s reaction when he found out his wife was cheating on him.

In real life, this is the case. Whether it’s a couple or a couple, as long as one party cheats and has an affair with someone else, the first reaction of most original partners is almost always to blame the third party, thinking that it’s all the third party’s fault.

Thinking about it this way… Zhou Chengyuan’s reaction makes sense?

No, no, Shiyin snorted in her heart. Those who are not loyal to their partners can’t be compared to her! She didn’t cheat, she just looked at him twice.

Moreover, this guy’s reaction is too extreme!

She’s innocent too.

Well, maybe the most innocent ones are the three judges who are being targeted by Zhou Chengyuan…

She’ll be more careful during filming. I hope the program group’s editors and post-production team will show mercy and let this poor child off the hook! Don’t add any more post-production effects, especially the infatuated look at the male god judge.

Post-production team, don’t push me!

Otherwise, I can only ask the investor daddy to deduct your chicken legs, I’m telling you!，I was forced to do it.

Shiyin staged a big drama in her heart and then got up to take a shower.

After showering, she got into bed and under the covers.

Shiyin’s plan was to fall asleep quickly, quickly, quickly. She wished she could fall asleep the moment her head touched the pillow.

That way, she could escape.

After all, her period wasn’t here to protect her this week, T^T

Shiyin had never missed her period so much as she did now.

Not long after Shiyin got into bed, Zhou Chengyuan turned off the TV, got up, and walked towards the bed.

Shiyin, who was lying in bed with her eyes tightly closed, heard his footsteps getting closer and closer. Her heart was pounding violently.

She silently swallowed, lightly pursed her dry lips, and lay on her side on the bed, not daring to move.

After a few seconds, Shiyin felt the soft bed sink a little.

Then, Zhou Chengyuan lifted the covers and slid in.

He lay down next to her and then pulled Shiyin, who was facing away from him, into his arms.

“Shiyin.” He called her in a low voice, his hot breath falling on the back of her neck, making her ears burn.

Shiyin, pretending to be asleep, didn’t dare to speak.

Zhou Chengyuan slowly turned her body over, making her lie flat on the bed.

Shiyin’s heart was about to jump out of her chest. He stared at her for a while, then lowered his head, his lips touching her lips.

Zhou Chengyuan didn’t hide his desire. He gently bit Shiyin’s lips, trying to pry open her teeth. Shiyin subconsciously wanted to clench her teeth and not let him in, but doing so would immediately expose that she was pretending to be asleep.

Shiyin gritted her teeth. It’s just a kiss!

She’s a professional actress, what’s she afraid of?

So, when Zhou Chengyuan was about to deepen the kiss, Shiyin didn’t deliberately clench her lips. He gently pinched her chin, and she slightly parted her lips, fulfilling his desire.

But… Shiyin took a wrong step.

When Zhou Chengyuan’s tongue touched hers, she subconsciously dodged.

Zhou Chengyuan’s lips curled up.

The fox’s tail was showing.

Since he dared to do this to her, he knew she wasn’t asleep.

Since she was conscious and allowed him to do this, then he… would try to take it to the next step.

“Shiyin better not make Little Uncle unhappy.” Zhou Chengyuan secretly said to himself.

His hand gently pulled, and the strap of her bathrobe instantly loosened. Shiyin was startled and secretly clenched her fist.

But… kissing, even if it’s acting, will still have some kind of reaction.

Moreover, this man was constantly teasing and seducing her.

She wasn’t a stone, devoid of desire.

She was already… aroused by him.

Shiyin wished she could cover her face. This body was too sensitive, it couldn’t withstand teasing and seduction!

Shiyin couldn’t act anymore, and she timely opened her eyes, looking at him blankly, her chest rising and falling as she gasped for breath.

Zhou Chengyuan cupped her face with one hand, a faint smile appearing at the corner of his mouth, “Awake?”

Shiyin pouted, kicked her legs, and said unhappily, “Little Uncle, you’re disturbing my sleep!”

He lightly pecked her lips, his voice husky, “I’ll give you enough time to rest tomorrow.”

Tomorrow was Saturday. According to the program schedule, they wouldn’t film or record on Saturdays and Sundays. They would have two days off each week to rest and recuperate.

“So, Shiyin must accompany me tonight.” He hugged her and said in a low voice, “I’ve waited an extra week, I’m about to go crazy.”

Shiyin: “…”

The next second, she widened her eyes and exclaimed in panic, “Littl…”

Before she could finish, he blocked her lips.

…

The next morning, Shiyin was still asleep in bed when Zhou Chengyuan had already gotten up, refreshed, and gone to his study.

Zhou Chengyuan asked the person on the other end of the video call, “Has the news been spread?”

His dedicated assistant, Tang Cheng, replied, “It has been spread according to your instructions last night. It should be possible to clear out a batch of pests soon.”

Zhou Chengyuan’s fingers tapped lightly on the table. He asked again, “What about Siyang?”

Tang Cheng said, “This morning, several shareholders have already contacted him. They should be putting pressure on the young master.”

Zhou Chengyuan curled his lips faintly, “Go ahead. Handle the small matters yourself. As long as Siyang can hold on, there should be no problem.”

“Okay.”

After hanging up with Tang Cheng, Zhou Chengyuan leaned back in his chair and tapped his keyboard slowly with one hand. The search bar popped up.

He looked at all the major media outlets following the trend and reporting news like “Zhou Chengyuan is seriously ill and has been secretly sent for treatment.” He raised an eyebrow in satisfaction.

Over the next few months, the media should be paying close attention to his health condition. He thought that he would be the first to break the news of Zhou Chengyuan’s death.

Shiyin didn’t know that the outside world was spreading the news that Zhou Chengyuan was about to die. She was still sleeping soundly in her bed. Xiaomeng, who saw this push notification, ran to Meng Ran’s room, crying.

“Ran,” Xiaomeng asked Meng Ran with tear-filled eyes, “Did you see the news? Everyone is saying Zhou Chengyuan is going to die!”

“Then our Shiyin… isn’t she going to be a widow?!” Xiaomeng felt even more sorry for Shiyin as she spoke, and she burst into tears, “She’s only been married for a short time!”

Meng Ran: “…”

She didn’t know what was going on either. This news came out too suddenly. Anyone would be caught off guard.

Although the outside world had been spreading rumors about Zhou Chengyuan’s poor health, there was no indication that his life was coming to an end.

Not only Meng Ran and Xiaomeng were in disbelief, but Tang Yulin almost cried to death when she saw the news.

How could her Shiyin be so miserable? She had just gotten married for ten days, and her husband was gone.

Just a few days ago, when they came here, Zhou Chengyuan was still fine.

How would her Shiyin live her life after this!

The more she thought about it, the more suffocated and uncomfortable she felt. She cried alone in her room for a while before she couldn’t hold it in and called Shiyin.

The news spread so widely, her Shiyin must have known about it. She had to comfort her daughter.

Tang Yulin dialed Shiyin’s number. It took a while for Shiyin to answer. Her voice sounded like she was sleeping, not clear at all, “Hello?”

Tang Yulin wanted to cry again as soon as she heard Shiyin’s voice. She sniffed and asked with concern, “Shiyin, how have you been lately?”

Shiyin closed her eyes and said sleepily, “It’s okay. I’m just a little tired from filming.”

“Ah,” Tang Yulin reminded her, “You have to take good care of yourself. Don’t tire yourself out.”

“Hmm.”

After a moment of silence, Tang Yulin asked again, “Shiyin, how are you and Chengyuan?”

Shiyin furrowed her brow, opened her eyes groggily, and replied in a hoarse voice, “We’re fine. What’s wrong?”

Tang Yulin felt even more sad when she heard Shiyin say “fine.” She cried out to Shiyin with a sob, “Shiyin, Shiyin…”

Shiyin heard Tang Yulin crying and instantly woke up. She sat up, grabbed her hair, and asked anxiously, “Mom, what’s wrong? Why are you crying? Did something happen at home?”

Tang Yulin choked back a sob and said to Shiyin, “Shiyin, let me tell you, everyone dies, it’s just that some people leave earlier. Don’t be too sad. Chengyuan wouldn’t want you to be too sad either.”

“And, it’s not a big deal to remarry now. It’s popular now! Don’t be afraid, it’s okay…”

Shiyin was stunned, “Mom, it’s early in the morning, what are you talking about?”

He’s not dead yet, why are you already planning for me to remarry?

Tang Yulin was silent for two seconds, asking in disbelief, “You don’t know?”

Shiyin was very confused, “Am I supposed to know something?”

“You don’t know that your husband is dying?!”

Shiyin: “???”

“Didn’t you see the news? The news said…”

Before Tang Yulin could finish, Shiyin hung up the phone. She flipped through her phone and found that the top news stories were almost all about Zhou Chengyuan’s serious illness.

What the hell?

Zhou Chengyuan was still… with her last night. How could he be gone this morning.