Villainous Movie Star (15)
Song Xuyi didn’t expect to wake up the next day and find that it was already dawn.
Perhaps it was because she had a good night’s sleep, and her dizziness and headache had improved a lot.
The outside temperature seemed to have risen, and beside her was empty, Zhao Qingyu was not by her side.
The noisy sound of rain outside the cave had stopped at some point, and she heard the sound of someone making a phone call outside – Zhao Qingyu had contacted someone for rescue.
Song Xuyi remembered the story she heard before going to sleep, and after a moment of silence, she looked up and asked the system softly, “System, is the child in her story her?”
“Yes,” after a long time, Song Xuyi finally heard the voice of the system, “I have listened to the latter part of the story. The male protagonist, Song Jun, is Zhao Qingyu’s half-brother from a different mother…”
Song Xuyi tightly pursed her lips.
She finally understood the reason why Zhao Qingyu wanted to retaliate against Song Jun – over the years, it was Song Jun’s family that had caused Zhao Qingyu and her mother to suffer.
Zhao Qingyu became an actress because she wanted to fulfill her mother’s unfinished wish.
She came to this village to invest in filming because she wanted to repay the villagers here on behalf of her mother. That’s why she can understand the local dialect and sing the folk songs here…
In fact, upon careful consideration, there were already clues:
Song Jun’s grandmother, who was already senile, was shocked and exclaimed “there’s a ghost” when she saw Zhao Qingyu’s face;
During their video call, the background was extremely monotonous, as if it were in a hospital room;
And there was her skilled appearance while taking care of someone…
For so many years, struggling to survive while carrying the grudges of the previous generation, how did Zhao Qingyu manage to endure it all?
……
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After finishing Zhao Qingyu’s “story,” the system paused for a moment. It recalled the sadness and caution with which the villain treated Song Xuyi last night, but in the end, it decided not to tell Song Xuyi about the kiss.
The system simply reminded Song Xuyi once again, “Xuyi, the first rule of the mission protocol is ‘no falling in love’—”
“Huh?”
At first, Song Xuyi didn’t react and was still feeling sorry for Zhao Qingyu and her mother. But upon hearing the system suddenly say this, it took her a while to realize what the system meant.
Her face turned red, and she stuttered as she spoke. For the first time, she lost her composure in front of the system. “Anyway, yesterday… something unexpected did happen, which forced you to activate the blocking function automatically. But truly, it was all just an accident! Zhao Qingyu and I didn’t develop any relationships that went beyond boundaries…”
“This world is just a mission for me,” Song Xuyi’s voice paused, and it became low, “I know what matters, System…”
However, recalling the villain’s reaction last night, the system couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy.
It could only take things one step at a time.
The system fell silent for a long time and finally let out a gentle sigh.
Rescue personnel arrived quickly.
Song Xuyi’s two bodyguards stood at the forefront of the rescue team, their faces pale with fear.
Afraid that something might happen to Song Xuyi, the bodyguards had already called Song Xuyi’s father, mother, and brothers to report everything.
When Song Xuyi returned to the village, she was bombarded with a series of phone calls from her father, mother, and brothers. After Song Xuyi clearly expressed her unwillingness to go back, her father and mother sent a large amount of medicine and supplies. They also sent two bodyguards. The bodyguards took turns on day and night shifts, keeping a close watch over Song Xuyi.
In reality, aside from being a bit cold and catching a slight cold, Song Xuyi didn’t suffer any other injuries. She quickly recovered with some rest and started providing medical assistance with the old doctor. However, the situation on Zhao Qingyu’s end wasn’t looking good. As soon as she descended from the mountain, she started running a fever, and she had been intermittently sick for nearly a week…
Song Xuyi originally intended to go with the old doctor to visit Zhao Qingyu, but the old doctor tactfully conveyed Zhao Qingyu’s wish: she was afraid of infecting Song Xuyi with her illness and didn’t want Song Xuyi to come over.
It was a transparent excuse.
Although Song Xuyi didn’t know what Zhao Qingyu was truly thinking, since Zhao Qingyu said so, Song Xuyi didn’t have the heart to force her way into Zhao Qingyu’s home. She could only pass the piles of supplements sent by her parents to Zhao Qingyu.
After nearly a week passed, Zhao Qingyu completely recovered and started texting Song Xuyi to go out running together.
While running, Zhao Qingyu looked radiant, showing no signs of recently recovering from a serious illness. As soon as she saw Song Xuyi, Zhao Qingyu smiled.
Zhao Qingyu’s smile was incredibly beautiful. Song Xuyi could tell that she was genuinely happy. The smile extended from the corners of her eyes and lips, and her deep black eyes were as lustrous as obsidian, accentuating the vivid and charming beauty of the mole at the corner of her eye.
She’s so happy now that she’s recovered?
Song Xuyi didn’t quite understand the sudden joy in Zhao Qingyu’s demeanor. She silently followed behind Zhao Qingyu.
As usual, Zhao Qingyu quickly left Song Xuyi far behind. Song Xuyi was accustomed to her own lack of physical fitness, so she didn’t feel anxious. While pondering the stalemate she had encountered in her mission, she calmly continued running. However, she didn’t notice the occasional glances Zhao Qingyu cast back at her…
On the way back, Zhao Qingyu ran alongside Song Xuyi.
“Song Xuyi,” Zhao Qingyu suddenly spoke, turning her head to look at Song Xuyi earnestly, “that night, you saved me. I promised you a wish, and I will do everything in my power to fulfill it, whatever it may be…”
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Song Xuyi froze in place.
If she didn’t know Zhao Qingyu’s background, she would have been extremely happy. However, now that she knew the reason behind Song Xuyi’s hatred towards Song Jun’s family, years of resentment had accumulated. Did she really have the right to ask Zhao Qingyu to let go of her hatred?
Song Xuyi pursed her lips.
She realized that she couldn’t bring herself to say it.
Zhao Qingyu’s mother was deceived by a scumbag and became pregnant, which ruined her promising future. Despite being the victim, she was blamed and driven out of her home after getting pregnant. The scumbag acknowledged his son, who had been living on the streets, and married someone else, living a happy and fulfilling life…
Her mother suffered from severe mental illness and had to wander in destitution…
After years of struggling, how strong did Zhao Qingyu have to be to reach her current position?
Song Xuyi knew that Song Jun was also innocent. In the plot summary, Song Jun was unaware of the grudges from the previous generation and inexplicably bore the brunt of Zhao Qingyu’s revenge, almost leading to the destruction of his family.
But Song Xuyi understood why Zhao Qingyu targeted Song Jun—defeating Song Jun was the best way to exact revenge on Song Jun’s grandmother.
In the entire incident, the most innocent person is actually Zhao Qingyu.
Others may casually advise her to let go and be virtuous, but who knows the extent of the pain she endured to harbor such resentment?
Unless Zhao Qingyu herself decides to let go, no one has the right to advise her to be virtuous.
……
“System, I feel like I am much happier than Zhao Qingyu…” Song Xuyi sighed inwardly.
“Mhm,” the system replied softly.
Lately, for some unknown reason, the system had been much quieter than before.
Song Xuyi pondered for a long time.
“Can I put it on hold for now?” She finally bit her lip, cautiously looking at Zhao Qingyu. “I want to think it over before I say anything.”
Based on Song Xuyi’s past experiences dealing with Zhao Qingyu, she initially thought that Zhao Qingyu wouldn’t agree. However, to Song Xuyi’s surprise, Zhao Qingyu casually agreed.
“Sure.”
“But you have to tell me within this year,” Zhao Qingyu smiled and glanced at Song Xuyi, patting her shoulder. “You know, I’m quite pressed for time…”
In the following days, Song Xuyi noticed that Zhao Qingyu seemed to be more affectionate towards her.
Previously, most of the time, it was Song Xuyi who initiated contact with Zhao Qingyu and brought up topics. However, recently, it seemed to have reversed. Besides going for a run together every day, Zhao Qingyu started initiating messages and calls to Song Xuyi. Occasionally, she would even bring wild fruits and beautiful wildflowers from the mountains as gifts for Song Xuyi…
Song Xuyi realized belatedly that this was how friends should interact with each other. Zhao Qingyu had started treating her like a true friend.
If the previous Song Xuyi had noticed this, she would have been particularly happy. However, at this moment, Song Xuyi felt confused: What if Zhao Qingyu couldn’t let go of her hatred and continued to fight with Song Jun in the end? What should she do then?
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After careful consideration, Song Xuyi could only pretend not to notice Zhao Qingyu’s friendly gestures and treat her indifferently.
She initially thought that given Zhao Qingyu’s pride, once she noticed Song Xuyi’s indifference, she would distance herself. However, she didn’t expect Zhao Qingyu to remain unchanged, seemingly unaffected by Song Xuyi’s aloofness…
Did Zhao Qingyu value the life-saving favor Song Xuyi had done for her so much?
Song Xuyi’s emotions were extremely complex.
What surprised Song Xuyi even more was that every time she spent time with Zhao Qingyu, she seemed extremely happy, with a twinkle in her eyes.
During their time together in the small mountain village, the villain who used to be petty, liked to tease her, and acted recklessly seemed like a distant memory. Song Xuyi never imagined that this medical mission would bring such rewards.
Soon, half of August had passed.
The days of the secluded paradise came to an end, and the old man finished collecting medicinal herbs and providing medical care in the nearby villages. He took Song Xuyi back to the city.
Zhao Qingyu’s investment in the film and television city had already begun construction. Simultaneously, they started filming while building. Zhao Qingyu would need to stay in the mountains for nearly half a year.
Not long after Song Xuyi returned to the city, she received a dried flower sachet sent by Zhao Qingyu. The sachet was exquisitely crafted, with a pleasant floral fragrance. Inside the package, Zhao Qingyu left a note, saying that she had made the sachet herself and had a somewhat expectant tone, seeking praise.
Song Xuyi only then realized that Zhao Qingyu had excellent handwriting, with powerful strokes and a fluid style.
As the preconceived negative impression of the villain faded away, Song Xuyi vaguely realized that Zhao Qingyu was actually extremely outstanding.
Not long after, a new semester began. Song Xuyi brought the sachet made by Zhao Qingyu to school, intending to place it together with the kitten Zhao Qingyu had previously given her…
When Song Xuyi entered the dormitory, her roommates were discussing the looks of female celebrities in the entertainment industry. In the end, they unanimously agreed that Zhao Qingyu’s appearance was the ceiling of the entertainment industry.
“If only Zhao Qingyu could act in more dramas…” one roommate sighed while hugging a pillow.
Unintentionally, Song Xuyi’s hand holding the sachet paused…
——She thought about what wish she wants from Zhao Qingyu!
LP: Re-translated on January 13, 2024