Chapter 4, Happy Breakup

Sister Lan, my three-year contract with Lehuang has expired, and it is my decision not to renew the contract, so how can I blame you? Moreover, I am already very grateful that you can accompany me in leaving. In fact, when we chose this path, didn't we already anticipate this situation?

Wang Zhou immediately recounted everything that had happened when he woke up to Xu Qingzhu without any alterations

"A sprout of green": You didn't drink two bottles last night, did you? This seems to be the largest amount you've ever had in your life

They are Xu Qingzhu's manager Du Lan and her personal assistant Pandi

At this moment, Xu Qingzhu looked at the message sent by Wang Zhou, feeling completely unsettled. She did not expect Wang Zhou to check the surveillance footage. Fortunately, she had been cautious at that time; otherwise, she would have truly exposed herself.

In fact, she could have waited outside, allowing the two individuals she hired to proceed freely, but she always felt a bit uneasy and inexplicably followed them inside

Hold on, you must hold on

Zhou Dynasty's great king: Ah, speaking of this matter... I am still in a daze, feeling that it should be a supernatural event

Xu Qingzhu successfully outsmarted Wang Zhou last night without being detected, especially since Wang Zhou had already recovered from his heartbreak and was in a very good mood

The great king of the Zhou Dynasty: Never mind, there will come a day when hetushucomcom will reveal the truth. Perhaps it is simply a kind-hearted person doing a good deed

A sprout: That's good. But after so many years of feelings, have you really let go?

If she is accidentally photographed by paparazzi, then she will truly be unable to clear her name even if she jumps into the Yellow River

Zhou Dynasty's Great King: To speak frankly, I do not know why, but after taking a nap, I have come to understand some matters clearly

This can be guessed, but she will not speak of it; it is her secret. If Wang Zhou were to find out that 'a sprout' refers to Xu Qingzhu, I fear he would not know what kind of expression to make.

Xu Qingzhu sat on the sofa, looking at Wang Zhou's words, and surprisingly felt quite happy. However, she was infuriated by Wang Zhou's so-called sense of ritual and really wanted to kick him a couple of times. The so-called sense of ritual you speak of nearly exhausted her to the point of collapse

She really wants to say, you are amazing

"Have you been rejected again!" Xu Qingzhu seemed to have anticipated this, and before Du Lan could finish speaking, she interjected.

Perhaps I agree that leaving Lehuang Entertainment to establish your own studio is a mistaken choice. Although Lehuang Entertainment is not the largest in the entertainment industry, it possesses a strong network of connections. Our studio is just starting out, and it is solely you and *Tu* *Shu* who are supporting it. If Lehuang Entertainment wants to deal with us, we have no means to counter it

Zhou Dynasty's great king: I am fine, do not worry! I have caused you concern.

However, the entertainment industry is rife with both good and bad elements, making it quite difficult to speak freely. Currently, the filming of films and television dramas is secondary; the key issue is that you have not released a new single in five months. Lehuang Entertainment and your detractors are vigorously spreading rumors and slandering you online, and now even your fans are beginning to waver.

Du Lan reached out to check Xu Qingzhu's forehead. "No fever? Why does it feel like your mind is a bit off?"

At this moment, Xu Qingzhu surprisingly felt a twinge of guilt Yet she still enjoyed this thrilling sensation

Whenever she thinks of the feeling of Wang Zhou completely lying on her last night, her exquisite and beautiful face involuntarily flushes with warmth

This morning, I hurried back to meet Xu Qingzhu

I would rather believe it is you than think it could be her. I am too familiar with her character; she would never do something like this

A sprout: Since you are fine, I can rest assured. I won't chat with you for now, as my friend has arrived

Du Lan let out a sigh

Xu Qingzhu is well aware of Wang Zhou's matters, including the details. The most Wang Zhou ever drank at one time was less than a bottle, and he almost vomited his stomach out. Since then, he has not touched alcohol again

Of course, Xu Qingzhu rationally remembers that she is currently "a sprout"; she cannot reveal her identity

A sprout of green: Then, may you find happiness in parting

"A sprout of green": Could it be that your ex-girlfriend Zhao Min is behind this?

but still cannot figure out where the problem lies

Xu Qingzhu opened the door and gave the elegant woman outside a big hug. "Lan Jie, you have worked hard..."

Sister Lan... Xǔ Qīngzhú knew that Dù Lán was mocking her

Du Lan took Xu Qingzhu's hand and walked to the sofa to sit down, taking a deep breath. "Qingzhu, this time the movie..."

I apologize, Qing Ya'er. I had a bit to drink last night and got drunk. My phone ran out of battery and shut down automatically. I just turned it on now

Xu Qingzhu was taken aback and immediately sent a message to Wang Zhou

A sprout: You drank two bottles of wine, how did you get back? You didn't end up sleeping on the street, did you

And there is our little Pandi. Xu Qingzhu gave the round-faced cute girl another hug

I do not regret! I do not want to be anyone's tool for making money; I only want to earnestly create music and act... to do what I want to do

The ringtone of Xu Qingzhu sounded once.

This ringtone is specifically set by her for the chat notification sound of 'Zhou Dynasty King', also known as Wang Zhou.

Wang Zhou just saw the message that Xu Qingzhu sent him this morning using 'a sprout', and fearing that she might be worried, he immediately replied.

Xu Qingzhu opened the message sent by Wang Zhou.

Ding ding ding ... ...

A mature and confident woman and a round-faced, chubby cute girl stand outside Xu Qingzhu's suite

Moreover, last night she finally saw the true appearance of her online friend of ten years, which far exceeded her expectations; the person is quite handsome

Will what happened last night be discovered? Xu Qingzhu actually feels a bit regretful for taking the risk of sending Wang Zhou to the hotel room

Du Lan and Pang Di's eyes inadvertently met, and both felt that Xu Qingzhu seemed a bit off today

Last night, the two of them went to the suburban filming base to discuss roles with a film director. Since it was too late, they found a hotel nearby to spend the night. This morning, they just rushed over to meet Xu Qingzhu.

Knock knock knock

Xu Qingzhu was taken aback, her hand resting on the phone's keypad, at a loss for words.

Du Lan held Xu Qingzhu's hand, and she certainly knew what Xu Qingzhu was thinking, but she also had to consider Xu Qingzhu's future.

Xu Qingzhu, hearing Du Lan's self-reproachful words, could not help but gently comfort Du Lan by holding her hand.

Xu Qingzhu was very eager to know Wang Zhou's true feelings at that moment, and she believed that Wang Zhou would definitely confide his innermost thoughts to her

The breakup doesn't seem as devastating as I had imagined. In fact, during these years of university, living apart has already dulled our feelings. We have both developed our own circles and future plans. The beautiful moments of our childhood friendship are long gone, but we stubbornly refuse to accept it. Last night, I did drink a bit, but it was merely to toast to the past with one bottle and to the future with another, to give a complete ending to what has been, as a matter of ritual. Don't you think?

Hehe... Fatty Di covered his mouth and laughed happily

Zhou Dynasty King: Alright, you are busy

Du Lan and Pang Di went to discuss movie roles with the director last night. The conversation lasted until late, and they found a nearby hotel to stay overnight.

At this moment, the door of Xu Qingzhu's suite was knocked on

Xu Qingzhu sat on the sofa, looking at Wang Zhoufa's message, not replying, waiting for his next words

In Lin'an, on the twelfth floor of a five-star hotel, Xu Qingzhu, having finished washing up, sat barefoot on the sofa, dressed in an elegant light-colored dress, fiddling with her phone in hand

The Great Kings of the Zhou Dynasty