Some people, even if they were to live their lives anew, their pure hearts would remain unchanged.
Just like Song Yuan, and just like Chu Qiao.
After a sincere conversation with the two, Xia Weiliang felt at ease. Song Yuan, as expected, had no conflict with her, and readily agreed to help.
As for Chu Qiao, she remained silent for a long time.
“I say, what do you mean?” Xia Weiliang found it strange, her silence was unlike her usual demeanor.
She had spoken so sincerely, explaining every past misunderstanding and stating that she didn't believe any of the rumors about Chu Qiao kicking her when she was down.
Chu Qiao slowly looked up, her expression complex, with a hint of resentment in her gaze. "Why are you only coming to me now?"
"Ah?"
Xia Weiliang didn't react immediately.
"Do you think I'm the kind of person who would distance herself when you're in trouble?"
"..."
To be honest, she had thought so before.
If not for her rebirth, or perhaps the dream about rebirth, she wouldn't have truly understood Chu Qiao.
"Let me tell you, Xia Weiliang, you've underestimated me!" Chu Qiao became more agitated. "You'd rather be foolish and exploited than ask me for help, which tells me you don't consider me a friend at all."
"..."
Xia Weiliang was once again rendered speechless.
But soon, she plastered on a smile and said, "Alright, alright, it was my fault before. Who is Sister Qiao? She's so magnanimous, she wouldn't hold grudges against me!"
"Go away, go away, don't try to sweet-talk me! Why didn't you talk to me like this before?"
"Because I was stupid before."
'...'
Her prompt admission left Chu Qiao at a loss for words.
In reality, their personalities were quite similar; both were soft-hearted and disliked being pressured.
"Alright, alright, it's good that you know." Chu Qiao waved her hand dismissively, as if to wave away all past grievances with great magnanimity!
With the help of Song Yuan and Chu Qiao, Xia Weiliang felt much more at ease. Next was her career.
As soon as Nuomi entered, she exclaimed in surprise, "Sister Wei Liang, how did you know Brother Cheng and Sister Hua would help you?"
Moreover, she had just been asked to deliver milk tea and stinky tofu!
At that moment, Nuomi wished she could disappear into a hole!
Who knew that as she was waiting outside, the door suddenly swung open. First came Brother Cheng. He twitched his nose a couple of times and quickly located Nuomi: "Stinky tofu, I want stinky tofu!!"
Hearing those words, a shout came from inside, and Brother Cheng was flung aside. Sister Hua's joyous face appeared: "Where, where? Who wants it?"
Nuomi dazedly held up the items. "Here..."
The next second, she couldn't even explain what happened. As if a gust of supernatural wind had blown, she was yanked inside, and the door slammed shut.
It was like a sheep entering a tiger's den.
Brother Cheng and Sister Hua ate with great satisfaction. Between bites, they looked up at the reserved Nuomi. "You said you're whose assistant?"
"Xia Weiliang."
"Oh, it's her."
Brother Cheng and Sister Hua didn't offer much commentary on Xia Weiliang. They simply said, "She wants to participate in our show?"
Brother Cheng smiled. "You think a few items like these can get us to help? What were you thinking? Are we that cheap?"
Nuomi swallowed hard and hesitantly relayed Xia Weiliang's words, "Sister Wei Liang said that if you don't help, you can return the stinky tofu. After all, one should not accept gifts without earning them."
The two were taken aback. They looked at the empty bowls and then at each other.
Brother Cheng: "What? I'm being threatened by stinky tofu?"
Sister Hua: "Brother, it's not a threat, it's leverage."
Nuomi was terrified at the time. If they had turned hostile or thrown money at her, she would have been helpless... Alas, she would have had to pick up the money and leave.
But to her surprise, things went unusually smoothly!
"They agreed! The first episode will be recorded next week! Sister Wei Liang will appear as a special guest in the latter half of the show."
"Good, you did a good job with this."
Xia Weiliang understood. At this time, "Challenge Us" was just a fledgling provincial satellite variety show. They also needed buzz and traffic. Her appearance at this moment was a mutually beneficial arrangement.
Soon, the recording of the first episode began.
On the way, Xia Weiliang was watching "Now and Then" on night vision. The host, Guan Fei, was the one who had a past conflict with her.
In this lifetime, she was still the leading actress of Night Satellite, and her shows still ranked number one.
On the program, the couple Liu Wan Quan and Bao Fang were tearfully recounting the incident of the mistaken exchange of babies, speaking of how difficult it had been for them over the years with Xia Yi Ran, and how they felt guilty towards Xia Weiliang, making it difficult to even see their daughter now.
After Bao Fang finished crying, it was Liu Wan Quan's turn to vent his anger.
Guan Fei subtly steered the conversation, and the show's ratings were stable.
And judging by the comments below, they were all scolding Xia Weiliang!
"Sister Wei Liang, don't look." Nuomi couldn't bear to see it and whispered a reminder.
"It's fine, I'm just looking at how they're scolding me. It's been a while, so I'm quite nostalgic."
Nuomi was stunned for a moment, then subconsciously touched her forehead. She then quietly picked up her phone and sat in the back, whispering to Ji Huan via voice message: "Sister Huan, I think Sister Wei Liang's brain might have..."
Xia Weiliang chuckled. The little girl truly hadn't changed at all.
But what she had just said was true. She hadn't experienced such intense malice in a long time. While she wouldn't say she was nostalgic, it at least awakened her fighting spirit, signaling a charge into battle!
Arriving at the backstage of "Challenge Us," Xia Weiliang felt as if she had returned home.
No, it was more casual than being at her own home!
After greeting the creative team, Sister Hua, and Brother Cheng, she let the familiar makeup artist do her makeup.
Everyone was a bit bewildered, but strangely, her natural and casual demeanor made them unconsciously cooperate, and it even felt harmonious!
This was simply... simply... astonishing!
...
Xia Weiliang was a controversial figure, a hot topic. In fact, the station still hadn't fully agreed to let her on the show; it was all thanks to Sister Hua and Brother Cheng.
Their intentions were simple. How could they really be threatened by a box of stinky tofu? Su Dan Novel Network.
However, few people knew their fondness for it, especially when paired with their favorite milk tea. It was truly thoughtful. Moreover, from the beginning, they hadn't been swayed by the prevailing narrative like others.
They were all in the same circle, and everyone knew who was who. If Xia Weiliang had issues, Xia Yi Ran wasn't exactly innocent either!
Since she had come knocking, they might as well do her a favor and build some goodwill for themselves in the future.