Ghost Exorciser: Is Loved By All
Chapter 650: Slap

Chapter 650: Chapter 650: Slap

Just then Yu Sicong, Mrs. Yu, and Yu Shuchang arrived. Yu Sile explained the situation to them.

Mrs. Yu sat on the sofa and muttered softly, "Who can have a grudge against Grandpa? Is it Yu Mei?"

Yu Holea shook her head. Yu Mei was indeed her very first suspect, but she never came in contact with the maid named Xiao Mei.

So it wasn’t Yu Mei. Maybe it was... Yu Holea’s eyes narrowed.

The more she thought, the more feasible the explanation seemed.

Her attention was however soon flickered to Yu Shuchang who had a slap imprint on his face.

Hm?

Yu Holea was stunned and asked,

"Um...how did you get slapped?"

Yu Shuchang whose brows were furrowed, was silent before showing a helpless expression,

"Ah, this? I...it was an accident."

However, the scenes of the past few hours flashed in his mind.

He had finished writing a new album and was scheduled to promote it on a talk show. Surprisingly, his girlfriend....oh...the contract girlfriend was present there too.

.........

4 hours before.

The talk show set was vibrant and lively, filled with an excited audience and bright lights.

The host, a cheerful middle-aged woman named Ms. Zhang, smiled warmly at Sheng Yin, who sat gracefully on the plush couch across from her.

Sheng Yin wore a simple yet elegant white dress that matched her confident aura, her posture straight and poised.

"So, Sheng Yin," Ms. Zhang began, her tone both friendly and curious, "you’ve come a long way in your career. From being a small-time actress to one of the top A-rank stars today—it’s truly inspiring. But I’m sure it wasn’t always smooth sailing. Did you ever face any challenges or mistreatment when you were just starting out?"

Ms. Zhang leaned forward, and the audience grew quieter, sensing an emotional story coming.

"It was during one of my first roles," Sheng Yin continued, her gaze dropping for a moment.

"I was an extra in a big production, and there was a scene where I had to stand in the rain for hours.

The scene kept getting retakes because the lead actor wasn’t satisfied with his lines. It was freezing, and I wasn’t given proper rain gear—just a thin dress."

Sheng Yin was talking about the days when she still hadn’t met Yu Holea.

The audience gasped softly, and Ms. Zhang’s expression turned sympathetic.

"I remember standing there, shivering so much I thought I’d collapse," Sheng Yin said, her voice growing quieter.

"When the scene finally wrapped, I overheard someone say, ’Extras are replaceable. If she falls, we’ll just get someone else.’"

Her lips pressed together in a tight line, but she quickly regained her composure.

"It was heartbreaking, but it also taught me to be strong. I promised myself I’d work hard so no one could dismiss me like that again."

A wave of sympathy swept through the audience, and Ms. Zhang’s eyes glistened with unshed tears.

"That’s such a heartbreaking story, Sheng Yin. But look at you now—you’ve proved everyone wrong. You’re an inspiration to so many people."

The audience applauded warmly, and Sheng Yin gave a small smile, her elegant aura intact.

"Thank you," she said simply.

Ms. Zhang then turned to the camera, her smile brightening.

"Now, let’s welcome another special guest! He’s a sensational singer-songwriter, known for his charming voice and talent—please give a big round of applause for Yu Shuchang!"

The audience erupted in cheers as Yu Shuchang walked onto the stage.

He was dressed casually yet stylishly, exuding a relaxed charisma.

But as his eyes landed on Sheng Yin, they widened slightly in surprise.

He quickly masked his reaction with a polite nod in her direction.

Sheng Yin, however, wasn’t surprised.

This moment had happened in her past life, and she knew exactly what to expect.

She returned his nod gracefully, her expression calm and unreadable.

Yu Shuchang took his seat next to Sheng Yin on the couch, and Ms. Zhang’s eyes sparkled with curiosity.

"Well, well," she said with a teasing smile, glancing between the two of them.

"It looks like you two know each other! Am I right?"

The live stream chat exploded with comments:

"Of course, Sheng Yin will say they know each other. Trying to leech fame, huh?"

"Sheng Yin doesn’t need to leech off anyone! She’s already a star on her own, right?"

"Let’s see what she says. This is going to be awkward!"

Sheng Yin, unaware of the comments but fully aware of how this had played out in her past life, maintained her composure.

Back then, she had foolishly nodded and said, "Yes, we’re friends," while Yu Shuchang had simultaneously said, "We’re just colleagues."

The contradiction had created an awkward silence, and her reputation had taken a hit when people accused her of trying to ride on his fame.

Yu Shuchang tried his best to clear up Sheng Yin’s name and succeeded too but Sheng Yin always remembered this matter.

This time, Sheng Yin was prepared.

"We’re colleagues," she said calmly, her voice even and confident.

At the exact same moment, Yu Shuchang also said, "We’re colleagues."

The synchronized response caught both the audience and Ms. Zhang off guard, but it immediately dispelled any tension.

The audience chuckled lightly at the coincidence, and Ms. Zhang clapped her hands together with delight.

"Well, it looks like you’re both on the same page!" she said, laughing.

The live stream chat shifted rapidly:

"Wow, they actually agreed? That’s rare for these interviews."

"Sheng Yin handled that so gracefully! Queen energy!"

"I think they’re just being professional. No drama here!"

Sheng Yin’s heart felt lighter as she noticed the positive shift in the atmosphere.

In her past life, this moment had been a turning point that had cost her dearly. But now, she had handled it with grace and control.

Yu Shuchang glanced at her from the corner of his eye, a flicker of something unspoken passing through his gaze.

She caught it but pretended not to notice, keeping her focus on Ms. Zhang, who had moved on to the next question.

"So Mr. Yu, I heard you are planning to launch a new album series. What is the name of the album?"

Yu Shuchang leaned back slightly in his chair, his usual easygoing charm lighting up his expression.

"Yes, Ms. Zhang," he began, "my new album is called Kairos."

The word, unfamiliar to most, drew curious murmurs from the audience. Ms. Zhang perked up with interest.

"Kairos? That’s such a unique name. What does it mean?"

Yu Shuchang smiled, clearly about to explain, but before he could say anything, Ms. Zhang turned her attention to Sheng Yin, her curiosity shifting to the actress.

"Sheng Yin, you’ve always impressed us with your knowledge. Do you know what Kairos means?"

Sheng Yin felt the weight of everyone’s attention on her.

In her past life, she had been caught off guard by this question.

She hadn’t known the meaning of the word and had hesitated, opting to remain silent.

That silence had prompted Yu Shuchang to tease her lightly, calling her "silly."

While the comment had been harmless, it had sparked a wave of livestream comments mocking her for not knowing such a "simple" term.

Though many viewers had defended her, the incident had left her feeling humiliated.

This time, however, Sheng Yin was prepared.

She smiled calmly and nodded.

"Yes, I know. Kairos is an ancient Greek word. It refers to the right or opportune moment—an ideal time when everything aligns perfectly."

The audience gasped softly, clearly impressed by her quick response. Even Ms. Zhang clapped her hands together in delight.

"How fascinating! And so beautifully explained!"

The live stream comments quickly filled with admiration:

"Whoa, she knew it?! I didn’t even know what it meant!"

"Queen Sheng Yin strikes again! Always so classy and smart!"

"Okay, I admit it—I had to Google that. Respect for Sheng Yin!"

Yu Shuchang turned to her, a spark of surprise flickering in his eyes.

He hadn’t expected her to know the answer, let alone explain it so effortlessly.

His surprise quickly melted into amusement as he leaned toward her slightly, his tone teasing but playful.

"You’ve really done your homework, haven’t you?"

Sheng Yin met his gaze with a calm smile, her expression unbothered. "I simply pay attention to things that matter."

Her subtle but sharp reply drew laughter from the audience. Ms. Zhang, delighted by their chemistry, quickly jumped in.

"Well, it seems like Sheng Yin is full of surprises today! Yu Shuchang, it looks like you’ll have to work harder to keep up!"

The audience erupted into cheers and applause, clearly entertained by the dynamic between the two.

The live stream chat buzzed with excitement:

"Sheng Yin totally owned Yu Shuchang there, lol!"

"She’s so graceful even when she’s being sassy. I love it!"

"Shuchang probably wasn’t ready for that. Hahaha!"

Yu Shuchang, always quick on his feet, chuckled and shrugged. "I guess I’ll take that as a compliment."