Chapter 1674 - 1663: The Villain’s Adoptive Mother

Chapter 1674: Chapter 1663: The Villain’s Adoptive Mother

Zhou Linxia’s apology video was brief and concise. She didn’t appear weak, nor did she turn around and blame Chuqing aggressively. Instead, her straightforward apology seemed to win people’s favor more easily.

Instantly, many of her fans comforted her under her Weibo post, telling her not to blame herself. The situation wasn’t something she wanted to see; some netizens merely misunderstood her intention, which was to care for her sister.

Some more agitated fans turned around and scolded Chuqing, saying she didn’t know gratitude. The sister was confused by her emotions, and how could she say such things at the press conference, causing misunderstanding about her sister?

Then Zhou Linxia released another statement, saying that the Zhou Group belongs to her parents and numerous shareholders. Though she was focused on cultivation since childhood by her parents, she would not deprive her sister of inheritance rights.

Zhou Linxia’s fans sympathized immediately, saying Chuqing was just pretending at the press conference, and even if she publicly stated relinquishing her property rights, would her biological parents really not give her anything? It was merely for appearances.

Originally, the Zhou family’s two young ladies, one groomed meticulously by the family since childhood, the other growing up outside, the heir was long decided without saying. Chuqing’s statement was merely a forced expression of her generosity, perhaps she said that on purpose to strive for more property.

With Zhou Linxia’s statement, Ye Mu and Chuqing’s fans were displeased. Chuqing had a good relationship with her adoptive mother; accusing someone of being ungrateful was baseless, right? Moreover, she’s already refused to accept the Zhou family’s property; could that be faked?

In any case, fans on both sides clashed heavily, while the protagonists themselves remained quiet afterward. Ye Qiu spent money to suppress the heat during this period because Chuqing’s web series was about to premiere. She wanted audiences to pay more attention to Chuqing’s acting skills.

Meanwhile, Ye Mu posted a Weibo: "I hope everyone focuses more on our work. My niece’s starring drama ’Heart Palpitation’ is about to be online; see you on the 1st of next month."

"Great, is Chuqing finally going to play the lead role? It’s remarkable for someone so young like Chuqing to have such good acting skills. Although she previously played supporting roles, she was outstanding in every one of them. Looking forward to Chuqing starring in ’Heart Palpitation’. "

"Same here, but the title suggests it’s a thriller. The script scope is wide for my sister!"

"It’s a pity there are only ten episodes; it feels like it won’t be enough to watch then."

For every praise, there’s criticism. Zhou Linxia’s fans flooded in: "Saying you cherish the adopted daughter, but only shoot such a web series?"

"Everyone says Xiaxia framed her sister, but at least Xiaxia initially provided a mainstream series, didn’t she? The difference is obvious."

"Anyway, I won’t watch it, boycotting this family."

"Zhou Linxia’s fans give up; we don’t need your viewership anyways. What’s wrong with web series? Nowadays, web series can also win awards; at least Chuqing’s the lead! If Zhou Linxia loves her sister so much, why only offer a supporting role?"

"Exactly, even with the mainstream series, didn’t you see how low the ratings were? Ultimately, it was forcibly taken off air by the TV station, such a joke."

The drama hasn’t aired yet, but both fans are fighting intensely. The ’Heart Palpitation’ director seized the opportunity to promote a bit. The trailer shows Chuqing’s eyes are particularly expressive, and despite acting opposite several seasoned actors, she wasn’t overshadowed. Each tightly edited scene teased the appetite of the netizens.

"Wow, in the last scene, Chuqing’s eyes are very expressive. Could she actually be the mastermind?"

"I don’t think so. Look at that class monitor; they also have a sinister look. The education director and homeroom teacher have their own schemes. I think they’re more possible suspects."

"The trailer has that vibe. Definitely need to follow."

"But can’t they release more episodes? First-week two episodes, then once a week afterward? Aren’t they afraid we’ll forget previous plot points and stop watching?"

On the 1st at 8 PM, Xingxing Video premiered the first two episodes of ’Heart Palpitation’. Netizens, who’ve waited for long, clicked in impatiently after the release, and soon there were many comments floating on the video top.

"The opening is quite interesting, huh? The music gave me goosebumps."

"Every character’s eyes are quite expressive. I realize those who play the principal, education director, and homeroom teacher aren’t recognizable but seem so familiar."

"That’s because they’re seasoned actors. Although playing supporting roles, they shine in every show, making them appear familiar over time."

"Am I the only one who noticed the lead’s name is written as Ye Chuqing?"

"Is this really cutting ties with the Zhou family, hence reverting to the original surname?"

"Can a surname be changed so easily?"

"As long as you’re an adult, theoretically speaking, names can be changed."

"Let’s not discuss this—watch the drama! This drama is so dark right now, showing that the story has tragic undertones from the start?"

"The submission direction is horror suspense, so there should be deaths, right?"

Just as this comment was made, a body fell from the library rooftop, shocking the netizens.

"Damn, my heart nearly jumped out from the scare. Is this episode really that thrilling?"

"Since there are only ten episodes total, the plot must be tight. I’m turning off comments to watch carefully and won’t miss any detail."

"Same here. Though just starting, I instinctively know it’s a great show, definitely worth noting every detail."

Two episodes, one hour each, plus opening, closing, and ad time total just slightly over two hours, which soon concluded. Having watched it immediately, netizens were left wanting more, even feeling a bit restless.

"Is that all? Finished? Would they dare to release more?"

"The editing is commendable. Are they afraid we won’t come back next week? Already shown the killer’s shadow, just give two more minutes of footage!"

"Only two episodes, and already two people are dead. I think the killer shouldn’t be a student."

"Is no one praising Chuqing’s performance? She did a fantastic job portraying a silent yet academically good study committee member, the caution and hesitation urging classmates to hand in assignments were exactly like me back then. When she saw the body, I could genuinely feel her fear."

"Chuqing’s performance was indeed good, but I want to praise the homeroom teacher more. He surely made me gnash my teeth in hatred; how can someone like him be a model teacher?"

"And the education director too, only punishing students physically, even abusing animals—if such a dark person isn’t the killer, who else could be?"

"Overall, this show’s casting was exquisite. Not just Chuqing and several seasoned actors, but those students also performed excellently! People often say the entertainment industry’s ruined by mere popularity—this wouldn’t be hope?"

"After watching, I feel something was overlooked. I need to rewatch."

"Me too..."