My minimum living allowance is credited to my account every day with 1000 million yuan

Qin Zheng could clearly feel the almost burning, excited gaze directed at him by the young female fan (Xiao Li) beside him. That gaze was ardent, adoring, and filled with the pure fanaticism unique to fans—he was all too familiar with it.

He habitually crossed his arms, his jawline appearing even more aloof behind his sunglasses. He slightly raised his head, his gaze fixed on the center of the stage, where the lights were yet to come on, as if immersed in the upcoming artistic feast, radiating a superstar aura that was both unapproachable and captivating. He was waiting, waiting for the show to begin, and also waiting… for more attention.

Gradually, the other VIP spectators around him also noticed his presence. Whispers spread like ripples, accompanied by suppressed gasps and probing gazes.

Fortunately, those who could enter this area were either wealthy or powerful, and they were mindful of their status, so they didn't scream and rush up to him for autographs and photos like the fans on the periphery. But the undisguised curiosity, scrutiny, and even appraising glances back at him were constantly directed at him.

Qin Zheng was already used to it.

They were used to standing in the center of thousands of people and enjoying this invisible worship.

I've gotten used to being the center of everyone's attention.

I've gotten used to maintaining this calm and composed facade amidst the noise.

All of this was just like the air he was breathing every day.

He sat there calmly and gracefully, as if the gazes cast upon him, whether intense or probing, were truly nonexistent, like air.

However, within this familiar feeling of being the center of attention, there was a subtle, unsettling element that he couldn't ignore.

That unusual feeling came from the young woman sitting one seat away to his right.

She's so beautiful!
Even amidst the elegantly dressed crowd in the VIP area, her refined beauty and unique aura shone like a pearl in the night, instantly catching Qin Zheng's eye. Her delicate profile, her calm, serene eyes, and the aloofness she exuded, while strangely alluring, drew people in.

But oddly enough...

Why didn't she look at me?
A sense of doubt and a barely perceptible... disappointment welled up in Qin Zheng's heart.

From the moment she sat down until now, she seemed completely unaware that this dazzling top star was sitting right next to her! Her gaze was either fixed on the direction of the stage or looking down at the program in her hand. Occasionally, she would whisper a few words to the girl next to her (Wang Ying), her eyes calm and unwavering.

That calmness wasn't a deliberately feigned aloofness, but rather a genuine and complete disregard from the heart!

It was as if Qin Zheng was no different from any other inconspicuous audience member in the VIP area!

This feeling... is so unfamiliar!
Accustomed to being surrounded by adoring gazes, Qin Zheng was completely ignored for the first time at such close range by such an outstanding woman!

A strange emotion quietly grew in his heart, a mixture of resentment, displeasure at having his authority challenged, and a strong sense of curiosity.

Who is she?
How could she not recognize me? Or...?

Qin Zheng even wondered if he should exchange contact information if she asked him for it.
What if rumors of a romantic relationship spread?
Qin Zheng's thoughts began to drift uncontrollably:

If she turned around now, with a hint of shyness or surprise, and asked me for my contact information...

He even started imagining the scene.

Should I give it to her?
What if we get photographed by paparazzi and rumors start circulating?
But...she's so beautiful and has such a great presence...if there really were rumors...

His eyes behind his sunglasses flickered, and a faint, superior smile curved his lips.

It seems... worth it, right? Maybe it can even generate some buzz...

His gaze remained fixed on the empty stage ahead, but in his mind, a series of self-written and self-directed monologues were playing out:

Zhang Ziqian seemed finally captivated by his superstar charm. She turned to the side, her eyes filled with just the right amount of admiration and a hint of nervousness, and asked him for an autograph or his WeChat... He even began to consider how to respond in a tone that would be both friendly and dignified...

however--

The harsh reality, like a cold needle, easily punctured all his beautiful fantasies.

Time passed second by second.

Until the stage lights suddenly came on, the stunning opening music swept through the entire venue like a tsunami!

Until a deafening roar of screams erupted from all around!
Until the enthusiastic female fan (Xiao Li) next to him was so excited that she forgot who he was and stared intently at the stage lift.

The beautiful woman, who was sitting one seat away from him, never once glanced at him out of the corner of her eye.

The smug, self-assured smile that Qin Zheng had been giving was finally frozen and vanished.

When the strongest spotlight in the center of the stage suddenly shone, outlining Lee Ji-eun's slender yet powerful figure—

The entire Jiangzhou Stadium was as if it had been hit by a mental bombshell!

"Aaaaaaahh ...

"Ji-eun unnie!!!!"

"I love you--"

The sudden, hysterical screams and roars, like a tangible shockwave, instantly swept through every corner of the venue! The enormous sound almost blew the roof off! The fervent faith of 50,000 fans was completely ignited at this moment, transforming into a deafening roar!
Several extremely excited young fans even rolled their eyes back and collapsed in their seats under the overwhelming impact of happiness and excitement. They were quickly helped away by security personnel and medical staff who were already prepared. This is the norm at top superstar concerts and is proof of their terrifying appeal!
Sitting in the VIP section with a superb view, Shen Yun felt the volcanic energy erupting up close, her body involuntarily leaning back slightly from the sonic boom. Her eyes were filled with genuine, undisguised shock. Turning her head, she whispered to He Qing, who was sitting next to her, her voice almost drowned out by the noise:

"Goodness..." she subconsciously used an exclamation, "This child, Zhi'en... has such a great influence?" On one side was He Qing, on the other side was Qin Yun, and next to Qin Yun was her mother—Teacher Li.

Hearing Shen Yun say this, Teacher Li turned her head and said, "You don't usually follow celebrities, so you don't know. This person is a national goddess and is incredibly popular."

Thanks to you, I got to see her so close this time. Ah, I wish I could get an autographed photo!

He Qing wanted to laugh when she heard this. Qin Yun didn't follow celebrities, but her mother was a huge fan of Ji Eun.
Upon hearing Teacher Li's words, Shen Yun casually replied, "That's easy. After the concert, just have her sign a few for you. If you don't have time today, then tomorrow."

After saying that, he turned to He Qing and asked, "I heard from Chen Xiao that we're going to his yacht tomorrow?"

After receiving confirmation from He Qing, Shen Yun returned to Teacher Li and said, "There's plenty of time tomorrow, I guarantee you'll get what you want."

Teacher Li and the others had just entered the venue when Shen Yun suggested going on a yacht trip the next day, and of course, she wouldn't refuse. The same went for Feng Ting's family; boarding the Azam yacht was a dream many people could only dream of their entire lives.

Just the fact that I have the opportunity to get closer to the Chen family is enough to make all other important things take a backseat!

The screams of fans inside the venue were incessant. Although Qin Yun was only separated from Shen Yun, they could not hear each other clearly.

Teacher Li didn't know why Shen Yun made it sound so easy to ask for Lee Ji-eun's autograph, but she knew that the mother of the Junxiao Group's boss wanted an autographed photo of Lee Ji-eun, so it shouldn't be too difficult, right?

Under the spotlight, Lee Ji-eun shone like a burning star, her stage presence impeccably steady. Every precise dance step, every soul-stirring utterance, ignited a deafening roar from the audience. She was a born stage queen, controlling the heartbeats of 50,000 people.

However, some die-hard fans who have been following her closely and are very familiar with her micro-expressions have keenly noticed an unusual detail—this top diva, who is always focused on the stage, seems to be...distracted tonight?

Her gaze, intentionally or unintentionally, frequently drifted towards a specific direction in the VIP area. That gaze wasn't a random sweep, but rather carried a clear focus and an almost imperceptible gentleness.

Due to the angle and distance, every time her gaze swept across that area, the VIP audience members' hearts raced and they were incredibly excited. Everyone was convinced that the diva was looking at them!
"Ahhh, Ji-eun is looking this way!"

"She smiled at me! She definitely smiled at me!"

"Oh my god, I'm going to faint!"

This pervasive illusion created by perspective forms part of the frenzy at the scene.

But in this area, only a handful of people have clear minds.

Zhang Ziqian and He Qing, who was sitting further forward, exchanged a knowing glance. They both knew that Li Zhien's gentle gaze was not directed at them, but at Shen Yun, who sat in the best position in front of them, with an expression of admiration and pride.

That was the person who was about to become her mother-in-law, Chen Xiao's mother. This frequent attention was a silent greeting and expression of closeness, conveying her heartfelt wishes to her future family.

However, within the fan-shaped area covered by Lee Ji-eun's gaze, another person was caught up in a huge, self-indulgent ecstasy—Qin Zheng!
He was so excited that his palms were sweaty and his heart was pounding wildly in his chest!

Lee Ji-eun recognized me! She must have recognized me!
She kept glancing this way, which was a signal to me!
She noticed me!

Qin Zheng felt his blood boiling! Tonight's trip was undoubtedly the best decision he had ever made in his life! Without a doubt!

He even recalled the days before he became famous, when he would hide in front of his computer screen repeatedly watching Lee Ji-eun's music videos and concerts. Back then, he was such a humble nobody, a die-hard fan of Lee Ji-eun, yet he didn't even have the chance to catch a glimpse of his idol's clothes from afar! The difference in their status was like an insurmountable chasm, insurmountable!
But things are different now!

Qin Zheng clenched his fists so tightly that his nails almost dug into his palms! A tremendous sense of accomplishment and ambition swelled in his chest!

This year's blockbuster commercial film propelled him from an unknown newcomer to a highly sought-after top star! He's no longer just a fan who can only look up to others! He now possesses popularity, online traffic, and immense commercial value!
This sudden surge in popularity was like a key that opened up a new world for him, finally giving him the courage to approach the goddess who was once out of reach!
That's why, even though he was a little puzzled when Jiangzhou was chosen as the location for Lee Ji-eun's global tour stop in China, he still resolutely followed her there!

He wanted to be on a stage under the spotlight, under the brightest starlight, at her most radiant moment—

Present her with the most dazzling stage flowers!
In her heart, an indelible and profound impression of Qin Zheng was left!
He had even begun to imagine the breathtaking scene: at the peak moment when Lee Ji-eun finished her song and the entire audience fell silent, he would hold a huge, carefully prepared bouquet of flowers, and under the spotlight, he would walk gracefully onto the stage like a prince to present the flowers to her... What a romantic and sensational scene that would be!
As for the huge scandals that might result from doing so?

Behind Qin Zheng's sunglasses, a smile played on his lips, an undisguised curve that even carried a hint of anticipation.

Is he afraid?

No! He couldn't have asked for it more!
To be rumored to be dating an international top diva like Lee Ji-eun? That's like a rocket launch for someone who's only considered a rising star in China!

His career will not only not be damaged, but will soar to new heights by boarding this giant ship! His status, international fame, commercial value... will all experience a terrifying surge!

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his excited heart, his gaze following the radiant figure on the stage with even greater intensity, as if waiting for his own moment of brilliance that would change his destiny.

The concert was in full swing, with one hit song after another igniting the entire venue. As is customary, during the intermission, enthusiastic fans surged onto the stage to present their idol with bouquets of flowers as a sign of respect. Lee Ji-eun maintained an elegant smile, accepting each bouquet with a nod of thanks, creating a warm and orderly scene.

Qin Zheng took a deep breath, his heart pounding with excitement and nervousness. He straightened the collar of his expensive custom-made shirt one last time, making sure he looked perfect from every angle, then quietly got up and left his seat in the VIP area.

Sitting next to him, Xiao Li was immersed in the immense happiness brought by having two idols. Qin Zheng's getting up immediately caught her attention, but she assumed he was going to the restroom or handling some personal matters and didn't think much of it, quickly turning her attention back to the dazzling stage.

About five minutes later, another round of flower presentation began.

At first, everything was normal.

A tall, stylish man wearing a baseball cap and a mask walked steadily to the center of the stage, carrying a large, extremely ornate bouquet of Ecuadorian roses that almost covered his upper body.

This level of obstruction is common among fans offering flowers, and staff did not object excessively. (End of Chapter)