Zhan Yu pushed Lu Bai.
"Hurry back and be careful on your way. Call me when you're home."
"Ok, I'll pick you up tomorrow morning."
"Ok."
Zhan Yu was reluctant to part with Lu Bai but watched him leave in the end. Then he returned to his room and accompanied Bai Ning for a while. Bai Ning held his hand and said, "Lu Bai is handsomely good."
Zhan Yu grinned and said, "Mother, don't compliment him in front of his (Lu Bai's) face. He's quite proud. If you compliment him, he probably will be arrogant for a while."
"You! You're loquacious."
Zhan Yu felt wronged. "I was just saying the truth!"
"It's really rare to see a man like him. You need to treasure him. Once you guys are married in the future, you guys have to learn to accept each other's shortcomings and get along with each other."
"Mother, I know. We will definitely be good together and not let you guys worry. Mother, rest soon and I'm going to sleep now. I have to work tomorrow."
"Then hurry back and sleep." Bai Ning hastily responded.
"Mother, you too."
Zhan Yu returned to his room and his smile faded. He turned his laptop on and logged on Weibo. He noticed that his name was already among the top few names of the rankings for discussion. Under the discussion, insults were hurled at him constantly. After scrolling through the pages, he found out that the people who still supported him were completely outnumbered. There were all sorts of insults. For example, he was called an unchaste person and involved in moral turpitude. He was also branded a mister who made Lu Bai a cuckold...The insults were vivid and colorful as if it was the truth. To his expectation, the video of what happened at the airport wasn't released. After knowing that someone was behind this, Zhan Yu was too lazy to clear his name. As long as he knew that he was innocent. He'd let the users insult him however they like. What he needed to do right now is wait and see.
When Zhan Yu went to work the next day, he greeted his new colleagues and got used to the environment. After that, he immediately went into a meeting with the staff of the TV Station. Although Zhan Yu worked in a new place, he was still the host of an interviewing show. This was a walk in the park for him. The TV Station planned on making her the host of the next episode. This time, they would be interviewing the popular writer - Shi Shi.
When Zhan Yu heard this name, she suddenly looked at the projector in the center of the conference room. The young face was Shi Shi who he hadn't seen for a while.
"Shi Shi became an instant hit. Her first book was "The Chairman's Arrogant Wife". After it was published, it was immediately sold out. Two months on the market, the sales had reached dozens of ten thousands. Because of this, Shi Shi became one of the best sellers of romance novels. There were many readers who hoped that we could interview her and understand her process of writing. Host Zhan, we already scheduled a time with her. It's Friday morning. When the time comes, we hope to record her. You...Host Zhan? Host Zhan?"
"Huh?" Zhan Yu suddenly snapped out of his trance from looking at the pictures and cover of the book. While he fumbled about, he accidentally bumped the drinking glass by the upper right corner of his laptop.
Zhan Yu hurriedly grabbed a few napkins to wipe his laptop and the wet spot on the table. At the same time, he tried to keep his voice calm, "I'm fine with that."
Everyone looked strangely at Zhan Yu. Even the person standing glanced at him. They nodded and said, "It's good that there aren't any objections."
When the meeting was over, Zhan Yu stared at "The Chairman's Arrogant Wife"in his hands. Zhan Yu felt it burning. Although the cover and typesetting were completely different, the title was still the same. But the author was someone else.
Could it be ... ?
When Zhan Yu returned to his office, he couldn't manage to eat lunch when he hurriedly opened the book to start reading...
Zhan Yu stopped at the last page. Zhan Yu raised his head, but when he looked at the blurry words on the page, he was unable to describe his feelings.
"My life had ended like this. Maybe not long from now, no one would ever remember my existence. The end."
Zhan Yu already forgot how to express his emotions. He held his breath and he was incredibly shocked right now. He was positive that Shi Shi had transmigrated as well. She was the original author! She was the one who created this world. Although the names in the book had changed, the characters and plot are still the same. The side female lead still paved the way for the male and female lead. After they were together, she still didn't give up. When the female lead had a miscarriage, she was the only one present. Therefore, the male lead believed she was the culprit who killed his child. In order to punish her, he made sure she lost her family!
These familiar scenes were basically following the original development of the book. In the end, the female side lead's tragic ending was still the same. She married a slag man who had conspired against her. After she was caught with adultery, she was murdered by the slag man.
Zhan Yu's face was pale white and he was unable to calm down even after a while. When exactly did the author transmigrated over? Or was she already in this world before he transmigrated? This author knew the entire plot. Therefore, Zhan Yu knew that he was the key as to why the plot had diverged from the author's original expectations.
Zhan Yu thought about this and was certain that someone was behind his (this world) parents' car accident and the numerous times why he (Zhan Yu) face danger. The author refused to have someone change the world so the author wanted to get rid of him (Zhan Yu) so that the world would continue its original path. The more Zhan Yu thought about it, the more frightening it was.
How could the author be so sinister and ruthless?
Did the author have enmity against him (zhan yu) ?
When Zhan Yu thought of this, He believed this must be the case!
The original male side lead's name was Zhan Yu. Therefore, the author hated it which is why the author wrote him (Zhan Yu) into the book and arranged a tragic ending for him. So how could the author vent there anger when nothing was going there way?
But Zhan Yu clearly remembered that in the original world, he didn't recognize anyone who was an author. Plus, he cautiously and conscientiously lived a peaceful life. He didn't remember becoming enemies with anyone.
Who are they exactly?
Zhan Yu couldn't come up with a conclusion so he sat there for a while. Then he suddenly stood up and picked up his bag and the book on the table. He hurriedly ran out.
When Shi Shi received Zhan Yu's call, she wasn't that surprised. Instead, she said in an arrogant tone, "Host Zhan, I hope everything's been fine for you!"
The moment Zhan Yu heard her tone, he knitted his eyebrows tightly. He said disgustingly, "Are you done playing your tricks?"
"How could it be enough?" Shi Shi purposefully dragged her words, "We still have a long time and I haven't shown a lot of my tricks yet."
This arrogant tone made Zhan Yu clench his teeth in anger. Again, he was sure that this so-called "Shi Shi" knew him and held a lot of hatred towards him and the author was a girl.
Zhan Yu didn't want to go in circles with her on the phone so he directly said, "Let's meet."
"Sure! I have been waiting for this."
After Zhan Yu arrived at the meeting spot, he waited another fifteen minutes before Shi Shi who wore a light blue denim coat arrived late. She sat down and took off her sunglasses. She didn't even look at Zhan Yu as she said, "If you have something to say, say it quickly. This young miss's time is very treasurable!"
Zhan Yu smiled at her meaningfully. "Are you sure you have nothing to say to me?"
"Heh. What a joke. You're the one who wanted to meet me but you want me to say something first? Zhan Yu, who do you think you are?!"
"I never think I'm outstanding or anything." After Zhan Yu said this, he pursed his lips before continued, "I always think you're the outstanding person since you have created this world." Once he said this, Zhan Yu saw her expression change visibly as he expected.
She was clearly the original author.
Instead, Shi Shi laughed. She played with her gorgeous red nails and said, "You really think I'm that bored that I decided to rewrite the novel? Zhan Yu, frankly speaking, the publisher of the novel was to intentionally cause you trouble. Don't forget that this is a virtual world. I created it. Even if you have everything right now and lived the best life, don't forget that the ending of the novel will never change. You won't die a peaceful death."
"So what if I can't die a peaceful death? I enjoyed the entire process and received all the love. Even my dream came true. Who cares about the future? It's not something I can worry about right now." Zhan Yu curled his lips. "Regarding you...comparing the two of us, you seem miserable. You created this world but you're stuck in it too. Heh...what bizarre news."
"I created the world so I can stay for as long as I wish to. But I am positive that if you want to leave here, death is the only way out. It's best if you die!"
Zhan Yu's smile slightly faded. "Well, at least I have you to accompany me."
"You!" Shi Shi was infuriated. She harshly glared at her sand said, "Stop pretending in front of me. It makes me disgusted with you. Zhan Yu, no matter whether we're here or in the other world, you will never live a better life than me! That's enough for me!"
"So do we know each other?" Zhan Yu tested.
"Don't try to get anything from me. I won't tell you."
"My guess is that we do." Zhan Yu said to himself. "You hate me. You extremely hate me."
"Yes! I hate you. Every day, I have been praying that you will die a tragic death."
Zhan Yu laughed. "I can't believe you can write a book in this state of mind. It's quite strange to me."
"I'm only nasty towards you!"
"Well, that's my honor. However, I want to advise you that even if I turn a blind eye towards you, Lu Bai won't let you go easily."
Shi Shi said proudly, "Even if he won't let me go easily, so what? Does he have any evidence? Zhan Yu, don't forget that I'm the one who created him. I know everything about him. What he likes and what he doesn't like. Even his abilities. I know him better than you. Tell me, how long do you think it will take me to take over him?"
Zhan Yu said calmly, "The day you die."
Zhan Yu understood that even though Shi Shi had created Lu Bai, she was too prideful. Although it was a virtual world, it was also a real world. Lu Bai was a human being and he has his own thoughts. Zhan Yu understood Lu Bai. He won't do anything to upset him.
Shi Shi didn't mind. "Right, seeing that we're both from the same hometown, I'll give you another piece of advice. When the book is nearing its end, this world will tumble and fall apart. Nothing will exist in this world anymore. Of course, there's a way for this world to remain as it is. This method is..." As Shi Shi said this, she purposefully kept this a secret.
She stood up and laughed. "As long as I die, there will be no threat in this world. It will remain peaceful forever. And my ability to rewrite the plot will disappear as well. Zhan Yu, think carefully. For yourself and this virtual world, are you going to kill me? Hahah. Just thinking about it is funny! I am looking forward to you killing me! Zhan Yu."
The sinister laughter pierced Zhan Yu's ears more and more as Shi Shi slowly walked off. He remained seated. However, he felt the hair on his body stand up.
Shi Shi was a lunatic.
He finally understood the deeper meaning of when Chu Hua said "not everyone could remain calm like me."
Chu Hua was a rational person. Even though they were enemies, she wasn't driven to desperate actions. Shi Shi was completely the opposite. In this world, she didn't have any concerns or apprehensions. Speaking bluntly, she was looking for death. But before she died, she hoped to pull someone to the underworld with her. Unfortunately, this person was him (Zhan Yu).
Zhan Yu looked at the golden radiance out the window, hinting the presence of the evening. He squinted his eyes. He needed to ponder over Shi Shi's words and figure out the validity of her words. What called her attention was Lu Bai's call. Lu Bai asked him when he was done working because he wanted to take him out for dinner.
Zhan Yu gave him an address.
Lu Bai arrived in a bit and Zhan Yu got in the car. He keenly noticed Zhan Yu's weird expression. He asked, "Who did you go see?"
Zhan Yu closed his eyes. After that, Zhan Yu tiredly and slowly opened his eyes. He said, "Shi Shi."
Lu Bai immediately asked, "Are you injured anywhere?" He looked up and down at Zhan Yu carefully.
Zhan Yu shook his head. "No, we just had a chat. She didn't do anything shocking. Plus, there were a lot of people there. She wouldn't dare either."
"Don't see her next time."
"Why?" Zhan Yu asked.
"What happened in the past led me to think she was behind this. However, I can't find any evidence. I'm having people find those who worked for her."
Zhan Yu felt his heart sinking. Could it be because she created her world so she naturally attracted people's attention?
"Can you find them?" Zhan Yu asked.
"This is just one of the many ways. If it doesn't work out, there are other ways."
"How do you plan to handle this?"
Lu Bai started the car and casually said, "Naturally punish her according to law. If the law can't punish her, then I'll give her a taste of her own medicine."
On the way back, Zhan Yu suddenly recalled Shi Shi's words. He half teasingly said to Lu Bai, "Oh right, I forgot to tell you some good news."
"What?" Lu Bai looked at the road ahead of him. He would look at Zhan Yu from the corner of his eye. Seeing his mischievous smile and sparkling eyes, he knew that Zhan Yu was up to something again.
As expected, Zhan Yu propped his chin and seemingly act as if he was in deep thought. "A certain Miss Shi wanted to pursue you and she seems to be very confident."
"Oh?" Lu Bai didn't care that much. "So, are you jealous?"
"Why would I be jealous?" Zhan Yu said generously, "If you're really seduced by her, I'll definitely dump you and find someone younger and richer than you. I'll even marry them immediately!"
"You're not doing your job well, Lady Lu / Bai ." He looked deeply at Zhan Yu.
Zhan Yu purposefully blinked his eyes. He glanced at Lu Bai, full of emotions. He said firmly, "Well, I believe that you won't do something that lacks class. Therefore, President Lu Bai, don't disappoint your Lady Lu/Bai!"
Lu Bai smiled and retorted, "You're that confident in me?"
"Of course. You have to behave well." Once Zhan Yu finished this, he patted Lu Bai's shoulders as if he carried a heavy burden.
Lu Bai glanced at Zhan Yu and shook his head helplessly. He focused on driving his car.
Once he brought Zhan Yu home to Zha Family, Zhan Yu unbuckled his seatbelt and turned around to say goodnight to Lu Bai.
Lu Bai stared at Zhan Yu attempt to get out of the car. He reached over and grabbed his wrist. He saw in a low voice, "That's it?"
"What?"
"Lady Bai , you want me to behave but aren't there any rewards?"
Zhan Yu wanted to retort when Lu Bai lifted his chin with his warm fingertips. Then, Lu Bai kissed him. Lu Bai pressed Zhan Yu's shoulders as the kiss deepened. His hands started to move down. Zhan Yu detected his fingers playing with the hem of his clothes and caressing his waist. He hurriedly reached over to stop Lu Bai's mischievous hand. Zhan Yu shook his head and said in an unclear voice, "Don't, don't...We're at my house."
When Lu Bai heard this, he slightly calmed down. However, he still breathed heavily. He leaned against Zhan Yu,'s shoulders and tried his best to relax. He tried to entice Zhan Yu, "Let's not go home tonight?"
"What?"
"I'll take you over to my place."
Zhan Yu was shocked by Lu Bai's warm breath on him. But he maintained his rationality and rejected, "My parents haven't fully recovered yet!"
Plus, if Zhan Yu wasn't home in the middle of the night and stayed with Lu Bai instead, his parents didn't even need to think about what they had done for the night. They probably would've guessed what happened. They weren't even married yet. Zhan Yu didn't dare to be too presumptuous. The most important thing was that he was scared of losing his face.
Therefore, "Why don't you hold it in?" Zhan Yu suggested in a low voice.
Lu Bai sighed heavily. "It's better if I marry you sooner."
Zhan Yu soothed Lu Bai. "We will be married soon. Soon..."
In the end, the two lingered for a while before Lu Bai unwillingly let Zhan Yu go back to his home.
When Zhan Yu returned home, he went to sort through his draft. Late at night, he rolled back and forth on his bed and still couldn't fall asleep. He knew that compared to Chu Hua, Shi Shi was harder to deal with. At the very least, Chu Hua was smart. If she tried many times and still couldn't obtain Lu bai, she would work to find another way.
However, Shi Shi was different. She knew everything about it herself, including everything she was unable to predict. Her actions made people feel like she was insane. It was too dangerous to deal with someone like her. Especially her attitude of making you go to the underworld with her. It was a real horror.
Zhan Yu knew that if he wanted to live peacefully with Lu Bai in the future, he would need to get rid of Shi Shi first of all.
As long as Shi Shu was still in this world, Zhan Yu felt threatened.
He didn't believe that Shi Shi had the ability to rewrite what happens in this world.
Destiny couldn't be controlled. Only people could control their lives.
Zhan Yu made a decision to get rid of this insane author as quickly as possible. He was unable to sleep and got out of bed early in the morning. Zhan Yu went to find Zhan Qiancheng to discuss the results of their investigation.
Zhan Qiancheng was eating breakfast when Zhan Yu arrived. He said slowly and gracefully while he was eating, "I already had someone investigate this. When you and Lu Bai faced danger last time, those rascals did receive money from their employer that they were to kill you. What perplexed me was after that day, they all vanished. Right now, I am having people search for them. We found the car who crashed into father and mother. Following the license plate, we found out that the driver was a person with mental disorder. His divorced wife already sold the car two months prior. Therefore, we have no clue who was in the car during the accident."
Zhan Yu quietly listened to this. He finally understood why Shi Shi wasn't afraid of anything. She already cut off any clues that they had. Most importantly, she already handled the witness.
Zhan Yu had a solemn look. "Can you try investigating Lin Hui?"
"Lin Hui was half beaten to death when he finally confessed that a man had come to find him. They said that he will become successful in his career in the future and will marry you. He gave Lin Hui a huge amount of money to act out the scene at the airport. Lin Hui felt that there was no loss to this so he took the money and went to find you."
After Zhan Yu listened to this, he coldly humphed. "This person would do anything for money!"
"I won't give him any chance to mess around in the future." Zhan Qiancheng said positively.
"What do you mean?" Zhan Yu was confused.
Zhan Qiancheng stared at Zhan Yu before he slowly said, "Lu Bai found out that he was falsifying accounts for the company and using public money. Therefore, he was fired from the company in the first moments. No one would probably dare to hire him anymore."
"Well, he got off easy." Zhan Yu said ruthlessly.
"Don't worry. He probably will have to spend the rest of his life in a hospital bed."
"Brother, you probably..."
Zhan Qiancheng looked at Zhan Yu and replied, "I did find someone to beat him up. But after I was done, Lu Bai also found someone to beat him. His people was harsher than mine."
Zhan Yu said, "...Hm, he deserved it!"
To be continued...
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