TCFGBH Chapter 10

Seeing someone he thought he’d never encounter again appearing in such an unbelievable way was startling.

The young man pursed his lips, his expression neutral, but his heart pounded violently, almost leaping out of his chest. He frantically called the system in his mind.

[999, why is Zhao Wenhan here?]

[I—I don’t know.] The system also began to panic. [Wait, let me file a report and see if I can get more information on the plot.]

The fragmented little world and chaotic plot.

When he transmigrated over, Xia Yan had only received a few brief lines of information. He had to rely on the system to issue tasks to guide him.

Perhaps because he had smoothly advanced the plot and restored some order, the fractured worldlines were becoming more apparent.

[I found out, host.]

[What’s the situation?]

The system excitedly said: [Zhao Wenhan’s brother, Zhao Wenxiu, is the protagonist gong. “Heartbeats” is also his investment. According to the plot, he discovers that the protagonist shou is his childhood friend and finds out he is involved with a scumbag—meaning you.]

[Zhao Wenxiu feels sorry for the protagonist shou, and in the process of paying attention to Tu Xi, he will fall in love with him unknowingly.]

[As for Zhao Wenhan…] 999 thought momentarily, then cautiously said: [It’s likely because you previously wronged him, so he’s here for revenge.]

Xia Yan: [……]

[Don’t worry about the debt.] The system comforted him. [Anyway, we’ll probably be leaving after we finish the variety show plot.]

Since the protagonist gong is bound to dislike him, having an extra protagonist gong’s brother around shouldn’t be a big issue.

Xia Yan thought momentarily and agreed that the system’s reasoning made sense.

[Wait, another gong is coming out.]

[?]

[Let me check. The second gong is… Wei Junhao?] The system explained: [He is a fan of Tu Xi and entered the entertainment industry for Tu Xi’s sake. So, he’s quite unhappy with you for wronging his idol.]

Xia Yan realized: [No wonder he was clenching his fists and looking so angry this morning as if he wanted to hit me.]

[Don’t be afraid, host. If anyone hits you, I can adjust the pain perception to as low as one percent.] The system reassured him.

The two continued their casual chat.

Xia Yan was ready to slack off, indifferent to reputation and resources, but other guests were different. In the industry, even if someone didn’t understand certain niche aspects, someone would undoubtedly be familiar with high-end luxury.

The Zhao brothers were dressed in high-end fashion, adorned with watches worth millions, exuding an outstanding temperament and superior looks.

Plus, the director’s respectful attitude…

The other guests were enthusiastic and approached them warmly, making the three who stood aloof look particularly conspicuous.

Wei Junhao’s behavior was understandable.

He had been aloof from the start, giving no face even on live camera, doing as he pleased.
But the other two… didn’t seem right.

Tu Xi was known in the industry as a refined gentleman with a good temper. He was rarely angry, always smiling and polite.

The only time he had shown anger was when Fang Xihua caused trouble.

Xia Yan was thoroughly criticized online, He is known as a playboy, a frequent visitor to bars, and someone who likes to flirt. Now, he seems to be… daydreaming in the presence of ‘prime resources.’

Fang Xihua glanced at Xia Yan and then at Young Master Zhao, feeling a bad premonition. He cautiously asked: “Do you know Xia Yan?”

“Huh?” The young master returned to his senses, absentmindedly nodding, “Yeah.”

Fang Xihua gritted his teeth like a lightning strike, cursing Xia Yan internally. He was jealous. Why did Xia Yan always have such good luck? He always had benefactors wherever he went.

Fang Xihua had intended to flatter the two individuals before him to gain support and resources.

Now, it seemed impossible.

Fang Xihua forced a smile, preparing to step aside. But just as he moved, a cold, harsh voice sounded next to his ear.

“Fang Xihua.”

Like a mouse encountering a cat, the young man instinctively straightened up: “I’m here.”

“You and Xia Yan are from the same company.”

“……” Again, Xia Yan!!!

Fang Xihua’s smile almost faltered. He was about to respond superficially, but when he looked up, he met the man’s cold, emotionless gaze.

He shivered.

Upon closer inspection, the man’s expression was devoid of affection when mentioning Xia Yan and carried a hint of disgust mixed with a complex emotion Fang Xihua couldn’t quite decipher.

This person was an ally.

Fang Xihua’s eyes lit up. He said sincerely: “Yes if you need to ask me anything, I will answer truthfully and thoroughly.”

The man nodded and did not speak further.

Meanwhile, Zhao Wenhan, unable to control his impatience, had been waiting for a while. Xia Yan hadn’t even glanced his way. Feeling sour and aggrieved, he took a few steps forward and softly called, “Brother Xia Yan.”

The eighteen- or nineteen-year-old youth’s eyes were filled with affection, his voice sweet and soft, tender like a flower bud.

Xia Yan returned to his senses, suddenly noticing Zhao Wenhan standing before him, the very person he ‘disliked.’ In a flash, his mind raced with thoughts of the system’s conversation.
Beatings adjust pain perception.

Was Zhao Wenhan about to hit him?

His body reacted faster than his mind, instinctively taking two steps back.

“……”

“…………”

“……”

“Heh.” Tu Xi showed his first smile since the Zhao brothers arrived, “Young Master, please behave yourself.” He emphasized the last two words with a heavy tone.

The lively atmosphere abruptly turned cold.

The young man’s bright eyes filled with tears. Biting his lip, he looked pitifully at the beautiful youth and said, “Brother Xia Yan, why are you avoiding me?”

Xia Yan’s avoidance caused Zhao Wenhan to break down completely.

“……”

Xia Yan realized he had overreacted. Unable to explain or wish to explain, he chose to remain silent and continue playing the scumbag.

The three were in a triangular standoff in the spacious and bright living room.

Despite being at the center of the storm, the young man stood with his arms crossed, expression indifferent. His naturally romantic peach blossom eyes roamed carelessly, high and mighty, trampling on the genuine feelings others offered.

It left others feeling love was unattainable and jealousy growing wildly.

Both Tu Xi and Zhao Wenhan were prideful.

Yet now, they were like scorned lovers, at odds with each other.

Song Xueyang shivered suddenly, hiding the last bit of fantasy about the young man deep in her heart. She had repeatedly tried to please Xia Yan in the show, seeking to attract his attention. But now… she decided to continue faking a relationship with Zhong Feiyang.

Xia Yan was a toxic flower. Once touched, it would lead to a situation from which one couldn’t escape, leaving one with jealousy.

–

The farce ended with the director’s foolish antics.

The director was troubled! Just thinking about tomorrow’s live broadcast, he worried even more. Who should he support if Zhao Wenhan and Tu Xi started a fight on live TV?

Unable to sleep all night, the director nervously started the live broadcast the next day.
Zhao Wenhan seemed to have been warned by his older brother, remaining silent in front of the camera. Like a stone waiting for its husband, he watched Xia Yan from a distance.

Seeing his rival constantly showing affection toward his beloved, Tu Xi couldn’t control himself and deliberately made many intimate gestures.

Zhao Wenhan: “……” I hate this.

Despite the villa’s central air conditioning keeping the temperature at a comfortable 26 degrees, he felt like he was sweating as if he was in a hot spring.

This situation couldn’t continue. After much consideration, the director decided to move the beach volleyball activity planned for tomorrow afternoon to today.

Four couples would compete, and the winning team would receive a luxurious French dinner. Since arriving on the show, the guests had been saving money, and a lavish dinner was enough to motivate them.

Song Xueyang rolled her sleeves: “We’ll win first place. Feiyang loves playing volleyball.”

Zhong Feiyang, holding a volleyball, smiled confidently: “Sorry, but the luxurious dinner is mine.”

Their mutual encouragement and perfect coordination were evident.

Song Xueyang glanced at someone out of the corner of her eye and quickly looked away. She thought she was being discreet but didn’t notice that someone was watching her, too.

Fearful of competition and injury, she posed no threat.

Tu Xi coldly withdrew his gaze and stopped paying attention to Song Xueyang.

–

The group of eight, all beautiful people, drew many glances from passersby.

Especially one young man, dressed in simple white sleeveless athletic top and plain brown shorts, walking barefoot on the sand.

The golden sand barely covered his feet, highlighting his white foot tops and the pale pink of his toenails, which seemed oddly cute.

Beachgoers were eager to approach.

But they were all blocked by the crew.

One staff member couldn’t help but sigh: “Xia Yan’s charm is truly immense.”

“Honestly, I’ve never seen anyone this good-looking in my life.” Another added: “We’re all human, but the genes are just too different. Even the investor’s brother—” has fallen for him.

Before the statement was complete, another staff member quickly covered their mouth: “Are you crazy?”

“……”

The two looked up and saw that the Zhao brothers, who were nearby, had calm expressions and made no reaction, so they breathed a sigh of relief.

However—

Zhao Wenxiu glanced at his brother and said: “Did you hear? People are gossiping about you. As long as you stay here, the gossip won’t stop.”

“……” Zhao Wenhan pursed his lips.

“They will dislike you and pity you.” Disdain for being the third party, pity for being so humble, and still unable to win over the person.

Zhao Wenhan: “I don’t care.”

“……”

Zhao Wenxiu sighed helplessly in his heart, feeling a rare sense of weariness, troubled by his brother’s infatuation with a scumbag.

To be honest, when he first saw Xia Yan, he was also somewhat stunned. The cameras couldn’t capture his beauty and charm, and he instantly understood why his brother was so captivated.

If his brother ended up with Xia Yan, he feared it would be Zhao Wenhan who couldn’t escape.