Chapter 14: Who am I? Where am I?

"Female class monitor?"

"I've never seen a male class monitor from childhood to now. Well, now let me reply to the message. Please give some privacy."

"Kid, I am not interested."

"Oh, then could you stop staring at my screen so seriously? I can use my phone to read too."

Xu Lin closed QQ on the computer and opened it on the phone, finding that Ji Yun hadn't said anything special.

'Xu Lin, are you home?'

'Yes.'

In less than 2 seconds, the reply came, 'I'm coming to your place; I'll tutor you.'

'There are guests at home, and I need to stay for lunch. I also have something in the afternoon.'

'Well then, I'll go to Zhuo Yan's house to study together.'

Seeing Ji Yun say this, his eyes instantly lit up. It's good to go out like this so as to avoid bumping into this seemingly serious but actually not very serious big star.

But he couldn't agree too easily, making it seem like he didn't care at all. So he replied, 'I am really sorry; we had planned...'

'It's okay. If you don't want me to go out, I'll wait for you to come back.'

"!" Xu Lin was in a bit of trouble. Being polite has caused a problem, but fortunately, the other party also replied.

'I just informed Zhuo Yan. Forget it.'

'Well, see you at school tomorrow.'

'Yeah.'

After replying to the messages, he turned around and found that the USB flash drive he had placed in the pen holder had been taken out at some point and was already plugged into the computer.

"Don't!"

He couldn't stop the other party from clicking on it, so he had to pull the audio cable from the nearby speaker.

Then, the study materials on the computer screen started playing from where they were paused last time.

Then he saw that Chu Qingchan's cheeks went from white to red in an instant, and her breathing became rapid.

However, her gaze did not shift at all; she was still watching with relish, as if watching a regular movie.

"I didn't expect you to have such a taste, but I don't like wearing these clothes; they're uncomfortable."

"Big star, sister~ you quickly shut it down. If my mom comes later, I might go straight to the afterlife."

"But it also proves that you're a healthy and positive guy. I originally thought you weren't interested in me, that you were gay."

"Damn, you really think a lot. If I, Xu Lin, weren't virtuous, I might have a whole football team by now."

Before he could finish his joke, the room door made a sound, and instantly his heart skipped a beat, a cold sweat pouring down.

Glancing sideways, he saw that Chu Qingchan had already turned off the player and resumed a serious person's demeanour.

He went over and opened the door, but his mom left after saying it was time for dinner.

"Let's go. Time to eat. Taste my mom's cooking; it's as good as my grandma's."

"Sure~!"

"But avoid eating cold dishes or spicy food, and try not to eat anything too sweet. You had stomach surgery, right?"

"Yes, how did you know?"

"You occasionally place your hand on your abdomen; it's a subconscious movement. Even if it doesn't hurt anymore, you'll do it out of habit. Besides, with any surgery, you can't eat spicy or cold things."

"Sigh, dietary restrictions are the most uncomfortable. Without spice, the meal isn't enjoyable."

"Since you live on your own, you should take good care of yourself and pay attention to everything."

"Really, thank you, Mr. Xu, for helping me so much. I often tease you, but I appreciate it."

"It's nothing. Being able to express your true self—isn't that what friends are for? Having a big star friend like you, I should be happy; it gives me some face."

"I, the goddess of bad movies, can't let you save face too much."

"Alright, don't keep them waiting. Let's eat."

"Okay, you go first; I'll prepare myself."

"Prepare for what?"

"Say hello."

"Well..." Xu Lin didn't know what kind of greeting needed preparation, so he just went out.

"Take a seat; don't be too formal."

Just as he walked over, he heard the bearded man's shout. He nodded helplessly; it seemed like they really treated it like their own home.

"Where's your friend?" Father Xu asked from the side.

"Coming out soon."

"Xu Feng, where were we?" The bearded man on the opposite side, seeing him take a seat, resumed the conversation.

"Your daughter went in for the interview."

"Yes, Qin Tiantian; she wasn't confident at first, but unexpectedly, the interviewer liked her at first sight, even though she's just a supporting actress."

"But think about it: just starting school and getting an external job. Qin Tiantian is really good at this."

"It's all thanks to both of you for raising her well. Your script is excellent, too. By the way, Tiantian, eat more; don't be shy."

Father Xu continued praising, and although Xu Lin could tell his old man was getting a bit impatient, the bearded man kept talking.

"Oh, by the way, what's the name of this TV drama?"

"It's called 'Love of the Returning Phoenix,' a time-travel drama. The female lead is the ice-cold goddess Chu Qingchan, playing an assassin."

But at that moment, the girl sitting beside him, who had been frowning at her phone and not touching her chopsticks, suddenly spoke, interrupting her father's words.

"What ice-cold goddess? Just a face with no expression."

"Just being beautiful is enough. Many TV dramas rely on the actress's looks to carry the scene."

"That's still a face with no expression. Maybe she got the job by sleeping with the producers and directors." She curled her lips disdainfully and added.

As soon as she finished speaking, accompanied by a clicking sound, a tall figure slowly walked over, stepping in rhythm like a model.

But unlike a model, with that cold yet stunning face, a strong and independent woman's aura wafted around, pressing down on them!

Finally stopping next to Father Xu, she slightly lowered herself. In an instant, the chilly air dispersed, replaced by a gentle smile as if spring had arrived. "Hello, uncle, sorry for the disturbance."

Xu Feng stared at the beautiful girl beside him, paused for a few seconds, then stammered, "Not disturbing. Please, have a seat."

"Thank you, uncle." She nodded, sitting on Xu Lin's left side and pulling her chair closer to him.

Then, widening her eyes, her smile disappeared in an instant. The icy gaze, reminiscent of the ruthless assassin she played in the TV series, settled on their necks like sharp blades.

"Continue speaking."

"Daughter?"

The bearded man pulled his daughter away, feeling like he was in a dream. While he was speaking, the main character appeared. A big star was now in their small county.

"Miss Chu... I really didn't... I'm sorry, sorry." Qin Tiantian suddenly bowed down, hiding her head under the table.

"Speak. What are you afraid to say? Your name is Qin Tiantian, right? Supporting role? I haven't heard of a supporting role with only three lines."

"Also, Mr. Qin, I specially checked, and you are quite capable. I hang out with that second-rate screenwriter every day, being a lapdog."

"I submitted the script more than thirty times, passed it once, and it's just a playful web series."

"Yes, yes... but don't blame my daughter, Miss Chu. Please forgive her." The bearded man bowed to her, but Chu Qingchan ignored him and continued speaking.

"I am indeed not a good actor, but I don't have to rely on my body to make a living. I remember your daughter Qin Tiantian could directly join a crew and get lines because she slept with the assistant during the interview, right?"

Instantly, Qin Tiantian raised her head, looking at her with disbelief. Chu Qingchan, still expressionless, waved her hand.

"It doesn't matter. Everyone has their own destiny. I know you're angry now and might want to retaliate against me. But I want to say, save it. My family's public relations are quite effective."

"Enough... Why are you still sitting here? I just came to show off, right? Now that it's done, why not leave?"

"Leaving. I'm leaving." The bearded man hastily shouted several times, quickly walking towards the exit, forgetting even his own daughter.

A few seconds later, Qin Tiantian, her makeup smudged from crying, also ran out!

With a slamming door, the Xu family once again fell into a silent state.

Mother Xu, who came out of the kitchen, and Father Xu on the side, both entered a bewildered state—Who am I? Where am I? What just happened!?