“Aww, it hurts so much!”
After defeating the Iranian team, the Chinese team advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Championship with a perfect winning record.
Qin Chunxiao rubbed his left knee socket after the match.
He had good flexibility, but doing the splits suddenly would still cause some pain. It wasn’t too severe, similar to the discomfort of stretching for dance practice. Resting for a few days would make it better, but right after the game, he still had to grimace in pain.
Newton sighed from the side, “Who would have thought that you would be the second one to get injured in the Asian Championship. It seems that cleaning the floor is more injury-prone. Even you couldn’t withstand it.”
Lao Niu always thought that the toughest player in the team when it came to injuries was this sturdy guy.
Qin Chunxiao replied, “It’s because the sweat stains on the floor weren’t wiped clean. When I stepped on it, my foot slipped, and that’s why I ended up doing the splits.”
Li Ling exclaimed, “Xiaozi, were you also tricked by the untidy floor?”
Er Leng, with his unique thought process, pondered, “Oh my, our injuries happened for the same reason. Xiaozi truly deserves to be my good partner!”
Gao Depi couldn’t help but hold back his laughter and shared the updates on his Weibo.
Gao Pippi V:
Both the wolf and the husky at home got injured because of slipping on the sweaty floor. Although they are partners, they don’t need to agree on such matters. [smile.jpg]
[Image] [Image] [Wolf and husky slipping on the floor.jpg]
Gao Depi’s Weibo profile picture is a Pikachu, so his fans who like him affectionately call him “Rat,” which has become a running joke among many fans.
Surprisingly, even a rat dares to raise wolves and dogs these days.
More people laughed at the emojis. There was also a debate with hundreds of comments about whether Li Ling is more like a sheep or a husky. Finally, it was determined that, just like Xiaoxiao’s team, he is a mixed-blood of sheep and husky.
Mei Xuandong quickly reposted it, and his fans were no longer surprised. If anyone mocked them for Mei Xuandong, a popular idol, chasing after an unknown player in the sports world, that unknown player wouldn’t even pay attention to him. The fans of Mei Xuandong were skilled at counterattacks.
“I chase after stars, what’s so rare about chasing after stars? It’s a common thing! Don’t be so surprised!”
“Xiao Qin is the best opposite hitter and MVP of the World Youth Championship. How can he be unknown?”
“What’s it to you? Go write your summer homework!”
Strangely, in the vast world of internet CP (couple pairing), there was no one shipping the Dong(Winter)-Chun(Spring) CP.
Some fans felt that the CP name reminded them of “Summer-Winter-Spring,” and the next thing that came to mind was “Red Wedding,” which was considered ominous.
Some fans thought that Mei Xuandong and Qin Chunxiao were both handsome and had a cold demeanor. Mei Xuandong was aloof, and Qin Chunxiao was icy. They imagined that when the two of them stood together, they must have been breathtakingly beautiful, but they couldn’t imagine what their interactions would be like.
There were also fans who thought that Chun-Dong (Spring-Winter) sounded better, but it was just a passing mention, and no one took it seriously. Qin Chunxiao was underage, and he had managed to get into a prestigious high school on his own and was a national team player. The more rational fans knew that he didn’t have time for romance.
Coincidentally, Mei Xuandong was also a workaholic. These two busy individuals had a hard time finding opportunities to meet outside of the internet, so there was no foundation for romance to begin with.
Shipping CPs should be based on reality. This kind of imaginary pairing, ha, they would never ship it!
When Qin Chunxiao was browsing the internet, he noticed that the fans of Mei Xuandong had undergone some changes. After Mei Xuandong released his new album, which mainly consisted of inspirational songs, his fan base expanded to include middle-aged people. Most of these fans had real-life responsibilities and didn’t have time or interest in online disputes. They willingly supported the official releases and had much better logic than some people in their crazy phase. When they got serious, they could put up a fight.
If things got out of hand, Mei Xuandong would personally step in and directly report the spread of rumors and personal attacks. Usually, with just one report, the outcome was certain. Compensation was not the main point; the important thing was to have a record on file. In the future, they would not be able to pass civil service exams. The territory of Mei’s fans would visibly become peaceful.
Actually, this was a sign of successful transition. Coupled with Mei Xuandong’s acting in a movie, as long as the box office performance wasn’t too disappointing, he would enter the top tier of the entertainment industry’s film circle. His career would reach new heights.
Qin Chunxiao scratched his head, thinking that in this lifetime, not only did he step onto the international stage early, but Mei Xuandong’s path also became smoother.
His own comment section wasn’t as peaceful. After confronting the fan circle, there were even people praying for his misfortune. Qin Chunxiao remained calm about it. After he reached adulthood, he planned to register as an organ donor. Even if something happened to him one day, there would be people who could have a new lease of life because of him, saving them the trouble of dealing with those black-hearted individuals.
From Newton to Chen Aiguo, as well as his teammates, they all felt that Xiao Qin had an aura of indifference towards life and death.
Li Ling trembled and said, “Xiaozi, you have such a strong body. You’ll definitely live to a hundred years old in the future. Moreover, you have the most fans in our team. Many people like you and support you. You don’t have to talk about death.”
Qin Chunxiao looked at Li Ling, smiled, and didn’t say anything.
A trivia question: When Qin Chunxiao was still a rough guy and his ability to lend a hand was inferior to Li Ling’s before developing his spiking skills, but because of his calm personality, he became the core of the Guangdong Provincial Team at a young age of 17 and even obtained the title of team captain. Did he ever encounter online bullying, being insulted with “relying on drugs for training” and cursed with “hope something bad happens soon”?
This question didn’t need an answer because in this new timeline, Qin Chunxiao’s fate was much gentler than in his previous life. If something didn’t happen before, there was no need to dwell on it.
As for the real 17-year-old Qin Chunxiao’s feelings during those times, he had almost forgotten. The only thing he remembered was Li Ling getting angry at the fan comments online, collecting screenshots of defamation and personal attacks, and the part where they really went to see a lawyer, as well as the help Chen Aiguo and Li Ling had given him. They were more memorable than the people who spread dark comments.
Er Leng, despite being an unlucky partner, was also a warm and good friend.
You Ziyu laughed, “But it’s quite amusing. Xiaozi has a nonchalant attitude towards life and death, yet he always reports when he gets a new vaccine shot. I don’t understand why someone like you, who has never had a fever since childhood, needs so many vaccines.”
Qin Chunxiao replied, “Is it possible that it’s precisely because my family has a strong health consciousness that I’m so healthy?”
In reality, it was just one of the aftereffects of the pandemic.
In addition to the free vaccines given by the country, Qin Chunxiao’s sister searched everywhere and managed to secure two spots for HPV vaccines at a rural health service center. She took her brother on a bus to get the nine-valent vaccine, as well as vaccines for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, pneumococcus… Qin Chunxiao got them all.
While he was getting vaccinated, Lao Niu casually said to others, “If you want to get vaccinated too, get ready now. I’ll submit your reports along with mine to save some trouble.”
Many players in the team were spoiled by their parents and coaches, and even before they could say anything, their parents and coaches had already made the decision – get vaccinated!
Who knew what kind of illness they might accidentally contract when competing overseas? It was better to take preventive measures.
In reality, getting vaccinated wouldn’t result in a positive doping test. However, there was a previous case in Russia where a female tennis player used a medication to suppress a hereditary disease. The medication was approved by WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency). But in a certain year, the medication was suddenly added to the prohibited list, and the athlete was unwittingly caught up in the medication controversy, feeling wronged.
To be on the safe side, Newton was extra cautious about the medication and injections given to his players. He would remind them, “If you need to take any medication, let me know in advance.” He almost submitted reports for their vitamin C effervescent tablets as well. This way, he preemptively blocked any potential trouble caused by WADA in the future, providing an additional safeguard for the athletes.
While Min Yaoyang was sharing his vaccination records on Weibo, the health bureau in his hometown in Henan was considering having him shoot a promotional advertisement. Currently, they were negotiating the specifics with the director of the volleyball center.
Min Yaoyang’s parents were busy, so it was actually Xiong Wu who held onto his vaccination records. Some vaccines required multiple doses and had to be taken with a two to three-month interval. Xiong Wu calculated the dates and took Min Yaoyang to get the injections.
Xiong Wu knew even better than Min Yaoyang how busy his second mother was. During a casual conversation, he said, “Aunt Lu obtained crucial evidence, so there’s a case from many years ago that needs to be reopened. Many of the ongoing human traffickers will be sent to prison. She’s very busy.”
Officer Lu Xiaodan could only discuss openly what could be shared publicly, so Xiong Wu didn’t need to be cautious when talking about it.
Xiong Wu said, “Those people trafficked over two hundred individuals.”
Liu Yuelou was shocked, “Wow, isn’t that more extreme than my hometown ten years ago? What’s happening in Guangdong?” His hometown was close to Vietnam, and there were also trafficking gangs, but with recent crackdowns, the situation had improved significantly in recent years.
Gao Depi was dissatisfied, “Those scumbags are just individuals; it has nothing to do with the region. Don’t let criminals tarnish the reputation of us normal people from Guangdong!”
Mao Xunfeng laughed, “Exactly, regional prejudices are boring. Why don’t you guys fight over who gets the last portion of sweet and savory tofu pudding instead?”
Ding Rong immediately turned around, speaking sternly, “Who wants to fight?”
Everyone immediately fell silent.
This group of players from all over the country gathered together, and their topics were diverse. Sometimes they discussed local cuisine and customs, while other times they complained about each other. They would even get into fights when they got angry, but Ding Rong would intervene before things escalated, and after the fight, their relationships would actually improve.
Perhaps a team with good chemistry was formed through such adjustments.
Xiong Wu and Ding Rong explained that they didn’t intend to fight, and Ding Rong relaxed. The conversation returned to the original topic.
Who knew that Min Yaoyang’s second mother was a legendary figure in the police world, and everyone was a big boy who loved hearing stories? So, when Min Yaoyang and Xiong Wu were together, everyone listened eagerly to stories about criminal investigations.
Min Yaoyang sat cross-legged and said, “Many of the victims were sold more than ten years ago, including women and children. It has been too long, and some of the victims have gone insane or even died. The children are relatively better off when they are sent back to their parents. However, there is a particularly unlucky fellow who has had a miserable life.”
Everyone asked, “How miserable?”
Min Yaoyang gestured with his hands and feet and said, “His foster mother was the one who abducted him. Later, she went crazy after her son died in an accident. She was then sold to a neighboring village by her family and married to a crippled old gambler. The child was only one year old when he was abducted, and when he grew up, he thought these two were his biological parents and treated the mentally ill sister they had as his own sister.
When the poor guy learned that someone wanted to buy his sister as a child bride, he secretly took his sister and escaped from the mountains, singing on the streets and doing odd jobs everywhere to support themselves. Later, because he was good-looking, he became a singer and paid off the old gambler’s debts of millions. Now he knows that everything was fake, but he doesn’t know how to feel. It’s so tragic!”
The national team members were stunned, “Is there really someone so miserable in the world?”
Li Ling scratched her head in confusion and said, “Why does this story remind me of someone? Xiaozai, the singer you like seems to have also escaped from the mountains with his mother and sister, right?”
Qin Chunxiao quietly opened his phone and looked at the hot topics on Weibo, then placed his phone on the table. “Yes, it’s him.”
Weibo’s top trending topic: “Zhao Zhaoyan Couple Appears at the Site of Eldest Son’s Death! Hot”
Weibo’s second trending topic: “Mei Xuandong’s Mother Was a Human Trafficker! Hot”
Weibo’s third trending topic (↑): “Injustice x Xuandong! Hot”
Qin Chunxiao thought, finally, this day had come.
With his insignificant power and the persistent investigation of Police Officer Lu Xiaodan, Mei…Lu Xuandong’s true identity was finally revealed ahead of schedule.
The only regret was not being able to accomplish this earlier. Otherwise, he could have helped the old gambler repay some of his debts. The gambler was already of questionable character, always gambling and had no ability to repay the money owed to Lu Xuandong.
Chang Xiaole took a glance and opened his mouth in surprise, “Come to think of it, I never noticed before, but Mei Xuandong really looks like Zhao Goddess.”
Zhao Zhaoyan was the Miss Hong Kong champion during the golden age of Hong Kong films. Her husband, Lu Hao, also had sharp eyebrows and star-like eyes, with a handsome appearance. In the 1980s, he was famous for being a young hero. Mei Xuandong inherited the good looks of these two people, so it was no wonder he became the top face in the entertainment industry for the post-95 generation.
He was never a good son produced by an old gambling addict and an evil bamboo, but a miracle born from a strong combination.
Previously, nobody could connect them together. Lu Hao was from Sichuan, and Zhao Zhaoyan was from Shandong. Both of them were not from the Cantonese-speaking region. They had a son, who was only sent back to China for high school.
When Lu Xuandong first escaped from the mountain village, he spoke a mixture of Cantonese and Hakka. He even worked as a local singer before his debut. His manners were learned later, and it took nearly two years for his Mandarin accent to fade away. Who could have associated him with a wealthy family?
Sometimes, the huge difference in temperament can make people ignore the similarity in appearance.
Chang Xiaole breathed a sigh of relief. “Fortunately, Officer Lu found out the truth. It should get better from now on, right?”
Qin Chunxiao quietly looked at the news about Lu Xuandong on the internet and picked up his phone to type.
Qin Chunxiao V:
Whether it’s joy or sadness, life will continue and never stop. But as long as a righteous person keeps moving forward with confidence, destiny will not be cruel to you.
Using a line from Sister A in “Genesis,” the so-called loyalty, treachery, righteousness, evil, goodness, wickedness, right, and wrong, in the end, the heavens would draw a conclusion for you.
A group of people who paid special attention to Qin Chunxiao took out their phones, looking at him in confusion.
“Xiaozai, why did you suddenly post this?”
“Yeah, why suddenly post such a reflective message? Did something bad happen to your relatives or friends?”
Qin Chunxiao didn’t answer this question, which later became a long-lasting mystery, along with “the thought process of the second-dumb pass” and “whether Coach Niu is really tone-deaf,” listed as the top ten unsolved mysteries of the Gua team.
As one of the team’s emotional intelligence peaks, Chang Xiaole looked at Qin Chunxiao’s profile for a long time. When the guys went to sleep, she deliberately stayed behind.
When Li Ling went to the bathroom to rinse her mouth, Chang Xiaole pointed at Qin Chunxiao’s left abdomen, where Qin Chunxiao’s soulmate countdown was.
Chang Xiaole used a whispering voice and asked, “Was the message you posted meant for him?”
Qin Chunxiao blinked and put his index finger on his lips. “Shh…”
Chang Xiaole: … Damn, it turns out it’s true. I’m so envious of that lucky guy!
Although he didn’t know what happened, his ex-boyfriend never said these words to him. Was this how a soulmate’s connection felt, so warm?
In a police station in a certain city in Guangdong Province, Lu Xuandong sat in the same room with his biological parents. His father tried his best to appear gentle and asked him a few questions, while his mother sat beside him, looking somewhat uneasy.
The paternity test results were out. Lu Xuandong was their “dead” son from many years ago, but the atmosphere was a bit awkward. Everyone wasn’t quite accustomed to the sudden appearance of long-lost family members.
His phone vibrated, and Lu Hao quickly said, “Is it a message from a concerned friend? Check it quickly.”
Zhao Zhaoyan also chimed in, “It might be work-related news.”
Lu Xuandong lowered his head and slid open his phone. He was stunned for a moment, and suddenly, he felt understood and comforted, as if all his grievances and anxieties were resolved.
Fate is fair.
At this moment, the only thought in Lu Xuandong’s mind was that he didn’t know what other people’s soulmates looked like, but Team Qin made him feel the God treated him favorably.
He also made a public post.
Xuandong, the singer V:
Congratulations on defeating the Iranian team.
This was his first post after he and his biological parents made it to the trending searches together.
“Aww, it hurts so much!”
After defeating the Iranian team, the Chinese team advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Championship with a perfect winning record.
Qin Chunxiao rubbed his left knee socket after the match.
He had good flexibility, but doing the splits suddenly would still cause some pain. It wasn’t too severe, similar to the discomfort of stretching for dance practice. Resting for a few days would make it better, but right after the game, he still had to grimace in pain.
Newton sighed from the side, “Who would have thought that you would be the second one to get injured in the Asian Championship. It seems that cleaning the floor is more injury-prone. Even you couldn’t withstand it.”
Lao Niu always thought that the toughest player in the team when it came to injuries was this sturdy guy.
Qin Chunxiao replied, “It’s because the sweat stains on the floor weren’t wiped clean. When I stepped on it, my foot slipped, and that’s why I ended up doing the splits.”
Li Ling exclaimed, “Xiaozi, were you also tricked by the untidy floor?”
Er Leng, with his unique thought process, pondered, “Oh my, our injuries happened for the same reason. Xiaozi truly deserves to be my good partner!”
Gao Depi couldn’t help but hold back his laughter and shared the updates on his Weibo.
Gao Pippi V:
Both the wolf and the husky at home got injured because of slipping on the sweaty floor. Although they are partners, they don’t need to agree on such matters. [smile.jpg]
[Image] [Image] [Wolf and husky slipping on the floor.jpg]
Gao Depi’s Weibo profile picture is a Pikachu, so his fans who like him affectionately call him “Rat,” which has become a running joke among many fans.
Surprisingly, even a rat dares to raise wolves and dogs these days.
More people laughed at the emojis. There was also a debate with hundreds of comments about whether Li Ling is more like a sheep or a husky. Finally, it was determined that, just like Xiaoxiao’s team, he is a mixed-blood of sheep and husky.
Mei Xuandong quickly reposted it, and his fans were no longer surprised. If anyone mocked them for Mei Xuandong, a popular idol, chasing after an unknown player in the sports world, that unknown player wouldn’t even pay attention to him. The fans of Mei Xuandong were skilled at counterattacks.
“I chase after stars, what’s so rare about chasing after stars? It’s a common thing! Don’t be so surprised!”
“Xiao Qin is the best opposite hitter and MVP of the World Youth Championship. How can he be unknown?”
“What’s it to you? Go write your summer homework!”
Strangely, in the vast world of internet CP (couple pairing), there was no one shipping the Dong(Winter)-Chun(Spring) CP.
Some fans felt that the CP name reminded them of “Summer-Winter-Spring,” and the next thing that came to mind was “Red Wedding,” which was considered ominous.
Some fans thought that Mei Xuandong and Qin Chunxiao were both handsome and had a cold demeanor. Mei Xuandong was aloof, and Qin Chunxiao was icy. They imagined that when the two of them stood together, they must have been breathtakingly beautiful, but they couldn’t imagine what their interactions would be like.
There were also fans who thought that Chun-Dong (Spring-Winter) sounded better, but it was just a passing mention, and no one took it seriously. Qin Chunxiao was underage, and he had managed to get into a prestigious high school on his own and was a national team player. The more rational fans knew that he didn’t have time for romance.
Coincidentally, Mei Xuandong was also a workaholic. These two busy individuals had a hard time finding opportunities to meet outside of the internet, so there was no foundation for romance to begin with.
Shipping CPs should be based on reality. This kind of imaginary pairing, ha, they would never ship it!
When Qin Chunxiao was browsing the internet, he noticed that the fans of Mei Xuandong had undergone some changes. After Mei Xuandong released his new album, which mainly consisted of inspirational songs, his fan base expanded to include middle-aged people. Most of these fans had real-life responsibilities and didn’t have time or interest in online disputes. They willingly supported the official releases and had much better logic than some people in their crazy phase. When they got serious, they could put up a fight.
If things got out of hand, Mei Xuandong would personally step in and directly report the spread of rumors and personal attacks. Usually, with just one report, the outcome was certain. Compensation was not the main point; the important thing was to have a record on file. In the future, they would not be able to pass civil service exams. The territory of Mei’s fans would visibly become peaceful.
Actually, this was a sign of successful transition. Coupled with Mei Xuandong’s acting in a movie, as long as the box office performance wasn’t too disappointing, he would enter the top tier of the entertainment industry’s film circle. His career would reach new heights.
Qin Chunxiao scratched his head, thinking that in this lifetime, not only did he step onto the international stage early, but Mei Xuandong’s path also became smoother.
His own comment section wasn’t as peaceful. After confronting the fan circle, there were even people praying for his misfortune. Qin Chunxiao remained calm about it. After he reached adulthood, he planned to register as an organ donor. Even if something happened to him one day, there would be people who could have a new lease of life because of him, saving them the trouble of dealing with those black-hearted individuals.
From Newton to Chen Aiguo, as well as his teammates, they all felt that Xiao Qin had an aura of indifference towards life and death.
Li Ling trembled and said, “Xiaozi, you have such a strong body. You’ll definitely live to a hundred years old in the future. Moreover, you have the most fans in our team. Many people like you and support you. You don’t have to talk about death.”
Qin Chunxiao looked at Li Ling, smiled, and didn’t say anything.
A trivia question: When Qin Chunxiao was still a rough guy and his ability to lend a hand was inferior to Li Ling’s before developing his spiking skills, but because of his calm personality, he became the core of the Guangdong Provincial Team at a young age of 17 and even obtained the title of team captain. Did he ever encounter online bullying, being insulted with “relying on drugs for training” and cursed with “hope something bad happens soon”?
This question didn’t need an answer because in this new timeline, Qin Chunxiao’s fate was much gentler than in his previous life. If something didn’t happen before, there was no need to dwell on it.
As for the real 17-year-old Qin Chunxiao’s feelings during those times, he had almost forgotten. The only thing he remembered was Li Ling getting angry at the fan comments online, collecting screenshots of defamation and personal attacks, and the part where they really went to see a lawyer, as well as the help Chen Aiguo and Li Ling had given him. They were more memorable than the people who spread dark comments.
Er Leng, despite being an unlucky partner, was also a warm and good friend.
You Ziyu laughed, “But it’s quite amusing. Xiaozi has a nonchalant attitude towards life and death, yet he always reports when he gets a new vaccine shot. I don’t understand why someone like you, who has never had a fever since childhood, needs so many vaccines.”
Qin Chunxiao replied, “Is it possible that it’s precisely because my family has a strong health consciousness that I’m so healthy?”
In reality, it was just one of the aftereffects of the pandemic.
In addition to the free vaccines given by the country, Qin Chunxiao’s sister searched everywhere and managed to secure two spots for HPV vaccines at a rural health service center. She took her brother on a bus to get the nine-valent vaccine, as well as vaccines for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, pneumococcus… Qin Chunxiao got them all.
While he was getting vaccinated, Lao Niu casually said to others, “If you want to get vaccinated too, get ready now. I’ll submit your reports along with mine to save some trouble.”
Many players in the team were spoiled by their parents and coaches, and even before they could say anything, their parents and coaches had already made the decision – get vaccinated!
Who knew what kind of illness they might accidentally contract when competing overseas? It was better to take preventive measures.
In reality, getting vaccinated wouldn’t result in a positive doping test. However, there was a previous case in Russia where a female tennis player used a medication to suppress a hereditary disease. The medication was approved by WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency). But in a certain year, the medication was suddenly added to the prohibited list, and the athlete was unwittingly caught up in the medication controversy, feeling wronged.
To be on the safe side, Newton was extra cautious about the medication and injections given to his players. He would remind them, “If you need to take any medication, let me know in advance.” He almost submitted reports for their vitamin C effervescent tablets as well. This way, he preemptively blocked any potential trouble caused by WADA in the future, providing an additional safeguard for the athletes.
While Min Yaoyang was sharing his vaccination records on Weibo, the health bureau in his hometown in Henan was considering having him shoot a promotional advertisement. Currently, they were negotiating the specifics with the director of the volleyball center.
Min Yaoyang’s parents were busy, so it was actually Xiong Wu who held onto his vaccination records. Some vaccines required multiple doses and had to be taken with a two to three-month interval. Xiong Wu calculated the dates and took Min Yaoyang to get the injections.
Xiong Wu knew even better than Min Yaoyang how busy his second mother was. During a casual conversation, he said, “Aunt Lu obtained crucial evidence, so there’s a case from many years ago that needs to be reopened. Many of the ongoing human traffickers will be sent to prison. She’s very busy.”
Officer Lu Xiaodan could only discuss openly what could be shared publicly, so Xiong Wu didn’t need to be cautious when talking about it.
Xiong Wu said, “Those people trafficked over two hundred individuals.”
Liu Yuelou was shocked, “Wow, isn’t that more extreme than my hometown ten years ago? What’s happening in Guangdong?” His hometown was close to Vietnam, and there were also trafficking gangs, but with recent crackdowns, the situation had improved significantly in recent years.
Gao Depi was dissatisfied, “Those scumbags are just individuals; it has nothing to do with the region. Don’t let criminals tarnish the reputation of us normal people from Guangdong!”
Mao Xunfeng laughed, “Exactly, regional prejudices are boring. Why don’t you guys fight over who gets the last portion of sweet and savory tofu pudding instead?”
Ding Rong immediately turned around, speaking sternly, “Who wants to fight?”
Everyone immediately fell silent.
This group of players from all over the country gathered together, and their topics were diverse. Sometimes they discussed local cuisine and customs, while other times they complained about each other. They would even get into fights when they got angry, but Ding Rong would intervene before things escalated, and after the fight, their relationships would actually improve.
Perhaps a team with good chemistry was formed through such adjustments.
Xiong Wu and Ding Rong explained that they didn’t intend to fight, and Ding Rong relaxed. The conversation returned to the original topic.
Who knew that Min Yaoyang’s second mother was a legendary figure in the police world, and everyone was a big boy who loved hearing stories? So, when Min Yaoyang and Xiong Wu were together, everyone listened eagerly to stories about criminal investigations.
Min Yaoyang sat cross-legged and said, “Many of the victims were sold more than ten years ago, including women and children. It has been too long, and some of the victims have gone insane or even died. The children are relatively better off when they are sent back to their parents. However, there is a particularly unlucky fellow who has had a miserable life.”
Everyone asked, “How miserable?”
Min Yaoyang gestured with his hands and feet and said, “His foster mother was the one who abducted him. Later, she went crazy after her son died in an accident. She was then sold to a neighboring village by her family and married to a crippled old gambler. The child was only one year old when he was abducted, and when he grew up, he thought these two were his biological parents and treated the mentally ill sister they had as his own sister.
When the poor guy learned that someone wanted to buy his sister as a child bride, he secretly took his sister and escaped from the mountains, singing on the streets and doing odd jobs everywhere to support themselves. Later, because he was good-looking, he became a singer and paid off the old gambler’s debts of millions. Now he knows that everything was fake, but he doesn’t know how to feel. It’s so tragic!”
The national team members were stunned, “Is there really someone so miserable in the world?”
Li Ling scratched her head in confusion and said, “Why does this story remind me of someone? Xiaozai, the singer you like seems to have also escaped from the mountains with his mother and sister, right?”
Qin Chunxiao quietly opened his phone and looked at the hot topics on Weibo, then placed his phone on the table. “Yes, it’s him.”
Weibo’s top trending topic: “Zhao Zhaoyan Couple Appears at the Site of Eldest Son’s Death! Hot”
Weibo’s second trending topic: “Mei Xuandong’s Mother Was a Human Trafficker! Hot”
Weibo’s third trending topic (↑): “Injustice x Xuandong! Hot”
Qin Chunxiao thought, finally, this day had come.
With his insignificant power and the persistent investigation of Police Officer Lu Xiaodan, Mei…Lu Xuandong’s true identity was finally revealed ahead of schedule.
The only regret was not being able to accomplish this earlier. Otherwise, he could have helped the old gambler repay some of his debts. The gambler was already of questionable character, always gambling and had no ability to repay the money owed to Lu Xuandong.
Chang Xiaole took a glance and opened his mouth in surprise, “Come to think of it, I never noticed before, but Mei Xuandong really looks like Zhao Goddess.”
Zhao Zhaoyan was the Miss Hong Kong champion during the golden age of Hong Kong films. Her husband, Lu Hao, also had sharp eyebrows and star-like eyes, with a handsome appearance. In the 1980s, he was famous for being a young hero. Mei Xuandong inherited the good looks of these two people, so it was no wonder he became the top face in the entertainment industry for the post-95 generation.
He was never a good son produced by an old gambling addict and an evil bamboo, but a miracle born from a strong combination.
Previously, nobody could connect them together. Lu Hao was from Sichuan, and Zhao Zhaoyan was from Shandong. Both of them were not from the Cantonese-speaking region. They had a son, who was only sent back to China for high school.
When Lu Xuandong first escaped from the mountain village, he spoke a mixture of Cantonese and Hakka. He even worked as a local singer before his debut. His manners were learned later, and it took nearly two years for his Mandarin accent to fade away. Who could have associated him with a wealthy family?
Sometimes, the huge difference in temperament can make people ignore the similarity in appearance.
Chang Xiaole breathed a sigh of relief. “Fortunately, Officer Lu found out the truth. It should get better from now on, right?”
Qin Chunxiao quietly looked at the news about Lu Xuandong on the internet and picked up his phone to type.
Qin Chunxiao V:
Whether it’s joy or sadness, life will continue and never stop. But as long as a righteous person keeps moving forward with confidence, destiny will not be cruel to you.
Using a line from Sister A in “Genesis,” the so-called loyalty, treachery, righteousness, evil, goodness, wickedness, right, and wrong, in the end, the heavens would draw a conclusion for you.
A group of people who paid special attention to Qin Chunxiao took out their phones, looking at him in confusion.
“Xiaozai, why did you suddenly post this?”
“Yeah, why suddenly post such a reflective message? Did something bad happen to your relatives or friends?”
Qin Chunxiao didn’t answer this question, which later became a long-lasting mystery, along with “the thought process of the second-dumb pass” and “whether Coach Niu is really tone-deaf,” listed as the top ten unsolved mysteries of the Gua team.
As one of the team’s emotional intelligence peaks, Chang Xiaole looked at Qin Chunxiao’s profile for a long time. When the guys went to sleep, she deliberately stayed behind.
When Li Ling went to the bathroom to rinse her mouth, Chang Xiaole pointed at Qin Chunxiao’s left abdomen, where Qin Chunxiao’s soulmate countdown was.
Chang Xiaole used a whispering voice and asked, “Was the message you posted meant for him?”
Qin Chunxiao blinked and put his index finger on his lips. “Shh…”
Chang Xiaole: … Damn, it turns out it’s true. I’m so envious of that lucky guy!
Although he didn’t know what happened, his ex-boyfriend never said these words to him. Was this how a soulmate’s connection felt, so warm?
In a police station in a certain city in Guangdong Province, Lu Xuandong sat in the same room with his biological parents. His father tried his best to appear gentle and asked him a few questions, while his mother sat beside him, looking somewhat uneasy.
The paternity test results were out. Lu Xuandong was their “dead” son from many years ago, but the atmosphere was a bit awkward. Everyone wasn’t quite accustomed to the sudden appearance of long-lost family members.
His phone vibrated, and Lu Hao quickly said, “Is it a message from a concerned friend? Check it quickly.”
Zhao Zhaoyan also chimed in, “It might be work-related news.”
Lu Xuandong lowered his head and slid open his phone. He was stunned for a moment, and suddenly, he felt understood and comforted, as if all his grievances and anxieties were resolved.
Fate is fair.
At this moment, the only thought in Lu Xuandong’s mind was that he didn’t know what other people’s soulmates looked like, but Team Qin made him feel the God treated him favorably.
He also made a public post.
Xuandong, the singer V:
Congratulations on defeating the Iranian team.
This was his first post after he and his biological parents made it to the trending searches together.
