Indeed, Sun Jing was not just a fan of Bai Tao’s work but also a fan of the couple, Bai Tao and Pei Shi.

As a loyal fan, Sun Jing was deeply troubled by Fiona suddenly barging into Pei Shi’s office. She was curious and suspicious.

Finally, her curiosity and suspicion got the better of her, and Sun Jing quietly approached Pei Shi’s office. Fiona hadn’t closed the door properly when she entered, leaving a small gap. Sun Jing grabbed a file as a pretext, in case she got caught, to explain she was looking for Pei Shi’s signature, and stood by the door.

“Pei Shi, what are you having for lunch? It’s about that time. Shall we eat together?” Fiona’s voice drifted out.

This woman’s voice was sweet normally, but when speaking to Pei Shi, it was filled with an exaggerated coyness that even Sun Jing could sense from the doorway.

Sun Jing covered her mouth, internally shouting, “President Pei! Scold her! Yell at her! Refuse her! Kick her out! Fire her!”

Pei Shi did refuse her, but contrary to Sun Jing’s hopes, his voice was calm, without any trace of anger. “I have a lunch meeting. You eat by yourself.”

???

This development was unexpected…

In Sun Jing’s impression, Pei Shi was always cold and unapproachable, maintaining a strong sense of distance. He was the epitome of a faithful married man, always impeccably proper. Sun Jing often teared up comparing the cold Pei Shi at work with the affectionate Pei Shi in Bai Tao’s eyes as depicted in the news.

Wasn’t President Pei the model of a good man in modern times?

But now, Sun Jing couldn’t believe that the usually aloof Pei Shi was speaking so calmly to this coquettish Fiona.

Fiona, emboldened, continued, “I’ll miss you then… But even if we can’t eat together, could you bring me something? I’m afraid I won’t like the cafeteria food…”

The company’s cafeteria was rated among the top ten in the city! How could she not like it? This nauseating Fiona, does she think she’s in some princess drama? Looking at her, she seemed like a mistress who couldn’t even reveal her real name!

Yet, President Pei didn’t rebuke her. His tone remained indifferent but tolerant. “What do you want to eat?”

“I want abalone rice, sea urchin tofu, stir-fried beef noodles, and strawberry Napoleon… and…”

Fiona, not knowing when to stop, listed a whole string of dishes.

“Alright, I’ll ask Yuan Mu to note it down and pack it for you.”

………..

What else the two of them talked about, Sun Jing could no longer bear to listen. Poor Assistant Yuan, so righteous and capable, had been reduced to packing meals for this mistress!

Sun Jing’s mind was in turmoil. She realized she had uncovered something significant.

The twenty-four filial husband, President Pei, actually…

Before long, Fiona, her scheme successful, sneaked out of President Pei’s office again.

Sun Jing couldn’t calm down. Teacher Bai Tao was very low-key, gentle, and as tranquil as a chrysanthemum. Even though her manga sales were nearing a million copies, she had never held a book signing or appeared in interviews. She occasionally posted about her warm daily life with her husband on Weibo in plain and sincere words. Although their connection was only through social media, Sun Jing could fully sense that Bai Tao was a serene and gentle person, perhaps not stunningly beautiful, but certainly possessing top-tier grace.

In short, Bai Tao was entirely different from this flamboyant Fiona. Teacher Bai Tao was like the moon in the sky, pure and serene, incomparable to the gaudy Fiona.

Thinking about this, Sun Jing couldn’t help but glance at Fiona, who was sitting not far from her. Fiona’s radiant profile was so fair it seemed to reflect light. Despite her striking appearance, her flamboyant demeanor showed no restraint…

Looking seductive and posing provocatively, Sun Jing couldn’t help but roll her eyes. This? Just this?

Men really do tire of even the finest delicacies and seek a change in taste. But how could President Pei go from a feast like Bai Tao to street-side gutter oil grilled skewers?

Initially, Sun Jing had some suspicions about Fiona’s identity, but Fiona’s subsequent behavior confirmed her as the top candidate for the “mistress” title—

Not long after, President Pei came out of his office to go to a lunch meeting. Fiona immediately straightened up, her eyes eagerly following him. Her expression, filled with longing, made even Sun Jing cringe. However, when President Pei met Fiona’s gaze, he didn’t reprimand her for such boldness, nor did he avoid her!

President Pei calmly accepted it! Though he remained expressionless, Sun Jing felt that his thoughts were already in dangerous territory. Reflecting on their shameless conversation that broke all moral boundaries, Sun Jing concluded that President Pei was already teetering on the brink of an emotional affair.

As a loyal fan of Bai Tao, Sun Jing found this increasingly intolerable.

Sun Jing had chosen to join this company because of her admiration for Bai Tao, hoping that working under Bai Tao’s husband, President Pei, might give her a chance to meet her beloved Bai Tao and be closer to her idol…

However, over the years, she had never seen Bai Tao appear, so Sun Jing had given up on this idea. But at this moment, Sun Jing suddenly understood her mission!

Even though she couldn’t meet Bai Tao, as a fan, she should shine and contribute for her idol!

Glaring at the damned Fiona, Sun Jing made a vow in her heart—

From today onwards, Sun Jing would strive for Bai Tao’s marital happiness!

If gentle and serene Bai Tao couldn’t fight off the mistress, Sun Jing would step in!

Bai Tao’s number one fan was ready for battle!

There was no way she would let the takeout President Pei bought end up in that mistress’s stomach!

Author’s note:

Sun Jing: I fight for my idol.

Fiona’s meaning was sourced from Baidu~

【Xiamian no Bird】’s 【Little Theater】

Pei Shi: If I didn’t know Bai Tao’s background, I would have suspected she was sent by a rival to bring me down.

Bai Tao: A dog’s heart doesn’t match its words.