Chapter 1663 - 1652: The Villain’s Foster Mother

Chapter 1663: Chapter 1652: The Villain’s Foster Mother

"It’s already been figured out; there is indeed someone behind your sister’s recent surge in popularity." Li Tangfeng spoke with a furrowed brow.

Zhou Linxia was slightly surprised, "Who is it?"

"According to the information I found, it should be Ye Mu’s Studio."

"Him? But why?"

There’s a rumor in the industry that Ye Mu treats your sister very well, seemingly having the intention of signing her, so he’s trying to create a good impression in advance.

"But we barely know Ye Mu. You saw yourself last time; Ye Mu isn’t easygoing. I’m afraid Qingqing will be deceived and suffer losses after signing with him."

Seeing her furrowed brows, Li Tangfeng advised, "Linxia, your sister is already an adult. She has her own ideas, and what good does it do for you to care about her? She doesn’t accept it."

Zhou Linxia rubbed her temples, sighed, "She might just be temporarily confused. Originally, she was the one who wanted to enter the entertainment industry first, but I was the one who got famous first. She doesn’t say it, but maybe she feels I took what was supposed to be her resources."

"How can she think that way? You earned these resources with your skill. Even if given to her, they may not make her famous, and some resources I only give to you. Last time, if it weren’t for you speaking up, I wouldn’t have given company resources to her. She’s too greedy."

"Tang Feng, don’t say that. If you keep talking like that, I’ll get angry. She’s my sister." Zhou Linxia said seriously, then sighed, "Maybe it’s because she’s been apart from us for too long. She barely talks at home, let alone opens up. Even knowing that Ye Mu may not be good, she doesn’t know how to tell her sister. We can’t just watch her be deceived."

"Since you care so much about your sister, you should talk to her. If she remains stubborn, don’t interfere too much. Some people must experience hardship to learn."

"I got it. I’ll think about it carefully."

"Sis, did you ask me out for something?" Chuqing had a premonition during the phone call, so she asked directly once they sat down.

But Zhou Linxia didn’t say directly; she showed a helpless smile, "We’re sisters. Do I need a reason to call you out?"

Chuqing lowered her head to drink tea, knowing her sister might care for her but not as much as outsiders think. Given that she didn’t have high expectations, she didn’t care much.

This was based on Ye Qiu’s love and support, expanding Chuqing’s perspective in this life. In the past life, her original self was very bad to her, making her yearn for warmth from her biological family.

But the more she expected, the greater the disappointment when everyone sided with Zhou Linxia, leading her to resentfully acknowledge that no one understood her, ultimately becoming adversarial toward Zhou Linxia.

Yet in this life, when Ye Qiu spent all her savings for Chuqing to act, it changed the impression that Ye Qiu didn’t love her. Recently, the misunderstanding between mother and daughter was resolved, making Ye Qiu feel like she was the most loved person in the world.

With such perfect love, why care about flawed concerns? When Chuqing no longer cared about Zhou Family, whatever they said or did barely mattered, she didn’t dwell on it.

Now, she focused on honing her acting to not disappoint Ye Qiu, hence Zhou Linxia’s seemingly caring but hesitant expression was annoying to deal with.

After a long silence, seeing Chuqing didn’t plan to speak and just drank tea, Zhou Linxia finally started to explain why she arranged this meeting.

"I hear you’ve been close to Ye Mu recently?"

"Yes." Chuqing didn’t hide but admitted it frankly.

Zhou Linxia frowned, "Qingqing, what your sister says may upset you, but I hope you seriously consider it."

"What’s wrong?"

"I’ve interacted with Ye Mu, and frankly, my impression was very bad. Qingqing, if he wants to sign you, you must think it through. I suspect he has hidden motives."

"I’m just a small actress; what motive could he have?"

"It’s not certain, considering you’re backed by our Zhou Family." Zhou Chuqing decided to lie to make her sister realize.

"There’s something you may not know; when Ye Mu and I were shooting ’Shengxia,’ he was indifferent to me, but once my Zhou Family daughter status was exposed, he proactively contacted me numerous times. Qingqing, need I say more about his intentions?"

Chuqing seriously looked at Zhou Linxia, surprised she would use such clumsy lies to deceive her. Is the uncle that shallow? Moreover, the uncle’s story differs from what Zhou Linxia said; clearly, the sister showed affection and brought friends to humiliate him. After interacting for so long, Chuqing could distinguish truth from lies.

That’s why she’s disappointed now, not expecting the always outstanding Zhou Linxia to speak so irresponsibly.

"Sis, I’ve already signed with Ye Mu’s studio." Chuqing said blandly.

"You’ve signed already?" Zhou Linxia was shocked, making the chair squeak.

She took a deep breath, quickly collecting herself, "Why such a big decision without telling the family?"

Chuqing frowned, "Sis, wasn’t the family supporting my decision from the start? Besides, I’m an adult now, capable of deciding for myself."

"But you’re so young with little experience; you couldn’t even realize if you’re being deceived." Zhou Linxia hurried, "How long did you sign for? What’s the penalty fee? I’ll tell Mom and Dad to pay it, and you can re-sign with Li Family."

"I don’t want to breach the contract; I feel Ye Mu’s studio is fine. Sis, this is my own affair." Chuqing spoke very bluntly.

As expected, upon hearing that, Zhou Linxia got angrier, "Can’t you be more sensible? I’m doing this for your own good, don’t you get it? Qingqing, I know you resent the family for losing you for so many years. But we are trying hard to make it up; why don’t you appreciate it?"

Chuqing also got angry, sternly saying, "Is accepting all your arrangements the only way to appreciate it? I just want to be myself. What’s wrong with that?"

"You’re just arguing." Zhou Linxia rubbed her temples in frustration, "Qingqing, can’t you take my advice just once?"

"I just want to be in charge of my own matters."

"But you’ll suffer for it."

"Then it’s my own affair."

Zhou Linxia took a deep breath, issuing a threat, "If you’re so stubborn, don’t come to the family for help when you suffer, and don’t damage the family’s reputation."

Chuqing’s face turned colder, "Don’t worry, I absolutely won’t mention I’m a Zhou Family member outside."

Zhou Linxia watched helplessly as Chuqing left, like observing a rebellious teenager during a difficult phase, closing her eyes in disappointment.