Lin Xuan was juggling school and short videos.
Transforming novels into short dramas to drive traffic to the Hu Yin App, and using benefits to attract the public to shoot short videos.
He also arranged for the singers from his signed Dream Workshop to perform on Hu Yin.
The entertainment industry was dominated by Starlight Entertainment, and all the singers from Dream Workshop were explicitly targeted for a blacklist by Starlight Entertainment.
Participating in talent shows and releasing songs on music apps were no longer viable options.
So, if he wanted to make them popular, he had to find another way!
As long as their fame could be elevated through short videos, then resources would start pouring in.
Lin Xuan's business was booming.
During this time, Luo Yuan was trailing behind Qin Ruoyao, fully embodying the personas of a lovesick puppy and a devoted follower.
He was spending money like crazy on Qin Ruoyao, showering her with gifts.
Whenever Qin Ruoyao was upset or hurt, he was always there to comfort her in a timely manner.
When Qin Ruoyao made a fool of herself and faced mockery, Luo Yuan secretly enjoyed the situation before stepping up to defend her!
He even went so far as to offer advice to help Qin Ruoyao win Lin Li's favor.
Luo Yuan's tactics completely deceived Qin Ruoyao, who began to trust him fully.
Ever since Qin Ruoyao decided to give up on pursuing Lin Xuan, Lin Li's enthusiasm towards her had significantly diminished.
One day, Qin Ruoyao called Lin Li.
"Li Ge, today is my birthday. Can you come and spend it with me? We haven't seen each other in a long time, and I really miss you," Qin Ruoyao cooed softly.
Lin Li frowned. "I'm busy at the company and can't spare time to accompany you. That's all for now, sweetheart. I have to get back to work."
"Li Ge..."
Qin Ruoyao was just about to say something more when Lin Li cut her off with an expression of disgust.
The phone emitted a series of abrupt beeps.
Qin Ruoyao's face turned pale.
She had been dating Li Ge for two years, and in the past, every Valentine's Day and her birthday, he would always be there to spend it with her.
Now, it seemed like he had changed, as if he no longer liked her...
A strong sense of panic welled up in Qin Ruoyao's heart.
No, it couldn't be!
She still wanted to marry Li Ge and become the president's wife of Starlight Group!
She wanted to reach a position that Lin Xuan could never attain, so that in the future, Lin Xuan would beg her on his knees!
Li Ge couldn't break up with her!
Luo Yuan arrived with a cake and roses, though this time he didn't buy a ring.
He had originally thought he would soon obtain proof of Qin Ruoyao and Lin Li's intimate moments, but instead, Qin Ruoyao rarely interacted with Lin Li anymore, making it impossible to get any recordings or photos.
He had spent almost all the money Lin Xuan provided him, and now he had to be frugal.
Luo Yuan spoke gently: "Happy birthday, Yao Yao. This cake is homemade." (Yeah, right!)
"If it doesn't taste good, Yao Yao, don't blame me, okay?"
Upon seeing Luo Yuan's tender expression, Qin Ruoyao felt a strong desire to be with him.
However, Luo Yuan's background couldn't compare to Li Ge's.
Luo Yuan opened the cake, inserted the candles, and was about to ask Qin Ruoyao to make a wish and blow out the candles, but when he looked up, he noticed her red, teary eyes.
"Yao Yao, what's wrong? Why are your eyes so red?" Luo Yuan asked with concern.
Qin Ruoyao's pent-up grievances suddenly flooded out, and she threw herself into Luo Yuan's arms, tightly hugging his waist.
Luo Yuan: "???"
What the hell!
He already had his own partner, yet she kept hugging other men without considering social boundaries. Could she be any less cautious?
Luo Yuan forced himself to endure the discomfort and gently stroked Qin Ruoyao's hair.
"Yao Yao, what happened?"
Qin Ruoyao cried, "Luo Yuan, my heart really hurts. Li Ge used to spend my birthdays with me, but this time he didn't come, and he didn't even prepare a gift for me. Is he not fond of me anymore?"
In the past, with Lin Xuan acting as a devoted follower, Li Ge had even encouraged her to marry Lin Xuan.
It seems that everything changed since Lin Xuan's marriage was stolen by Su Hua. Lin Xuan no longer liked her, and Li Ge's attitude towards her had also greatly deteriorated.
She didn't understand why she wanted to be with Li Ge wholeheartedly, but Li Ge seemed colder towards her.
He had always supported her marrying Lin Xuan before.
"Yao Yao, don't overthink it. Maybe he's caught up with something important and can't get away," Luo Yuan comforted.
"Luo Yuan, I'm so tired. I really am. I don't think I can continue like this anymore," Qin Ruoyao said with a heavy sob.
Luo Yuan sneered.
Giving up? When it came to the wealth of the Lin family, Qin Ruoyao wouldn't just let it go so easily.
This woman sure knows how to talk big!
"Yao Yao," Luo Yuan pretended to comfort her. "He must be tied up with something important to miss your birthday. Once he's done with his work, everything will be fine."
"Yao Yao, I still want you to be with Lin Li. I don't want to see you lose the man you love."
"Luo Yuan, thank you for comforting me. You're truly the best to me," Qin Ruoyao looked up, moved to tears.
Luo Yuan thought of something and his eyes lit up.
He couldn't get Qin Ruoyao and Lin Li's intimate recording or photos, but he could get Qin Ruoyao to record them herself!
Luo Yuan internally praised himself!
How hadn't he realized how smart he was!
"Yao Yao, although Lin Li still likes you right now," Luo Yuan sighed. "There's no guarantee he won't change his heart later. Especially since you're not married yet, everything's still up in the air. I'm afraid he might meet another woman and leave you."
His voice was filled with worry, appearing genuinely concerned for Qin Ruoyao.
Luo Yuan's words hit a sensitive spot for Qin Ruoyao, and she clenched her fists tightly.
Indeed.
She always feared that Li Ge would one day fall out of love, that her average background wouldn't earn her favor from Li Ge's parents, who might hinder their union.
Political marriages were common among the affluent, and perhaps Li Ge would be arranged to marry someone else...
"Yao Yao, I know you love Lin Li deeply and would do anything for him. But you also need to consider yourself. I don't want your sincere heart to be taken for granted."
Luo Yuan spoke lovingly. "Yao Yao, I don't want to see you sad or hurt. All I wish for is that you can spend a lifetime with the man you love."
Qin Ruoyao bit her lip. "But if he changes his heart, besides breaking up, what else can I do?"
"Yao Yao, I have a solution."
Luo Yuan, the master manipulator, stepped up. "Maybe you can record intimate photos or videos with him. With these as evidence, you could threaten him. The wealthy place great importance on reputation, so with this, Lin Li wouldn't dare to abandon you so easily."
"Another option is trying to get pregnant with his child. A child could make it easier for him and his parents to accept you."
Qin Ruoyao's eyes brightened.
Yes, why didn't she think of that!
"Luo Yuan, thank you for considering me so much." Qin Ruoyao said, her eyes brimming with tears.
"Yao Yao, that's what I'm here for." Luo Yuan smiled tenderly. "Don't be sad anymore. Come, let's eat the cake."
"Mhm," Qin Ruoyao nodded firmly!