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Chapter 335 Chen Xiu was summoned for tea, and fans saw him off.

People often feel caught off guard by unexpected events.

However, when something that was expected but whose timing was unknown actually happens, there is a sense of relief, like the shoe finally dropping.

Chen Xiu, a representative of Douyin, was summoned for questioning by the Cyberspace Administration of China, which is a typical example of the latter.

What's particularly unusual is that, in addition to the Cyberspace Administration of China inviting him for tea, the Optoelectronics Department also sent him a tea invitation.

Both parties arranged to meet on the 5th, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, making Chen Xiu's day exceptionally fulfilling.

In preparation for being summoned for questioning by the Cyberspace Administration of China that morning, Chen Xiu arrived at Douyin Company early in the morning to check the materials needed for the interview.

"OK, I'm off!"

Chen Xiu was unusually seen carrying a briefcase to hold documents today. Her pinstripe suit and side-parted hairstyle made her look particularly formal.

Upon hearing his words, Su Xiao, who was behind the desk, and Zhang Yiming, who was on the sofa, stood up simultaneously.

Chen Xiu's gaze darted back and forth between the two of them, then she chuckled, "Why are you two so nervous? You're making me nervous too."

"You really aren't nervous at all..."

Zhang Yiming pouted, feeling like he had come to see someone off for nothing.

Chen Xiu was genuinely surprised that he came to see her off today, because just like Douyin, Toutiao had also received an invitation from the Cyberspace Administration of China to have tea.

Su Xiao walked over from behind her desk, a hint of concern in her eyes, and said, "Once you get there, try your best to cooperate. Even if things don't go as you expect, don't raise any objections."

"Don't worry, I will listen attentively and actively correct my mistakes as required!"

Having just made the promise, Chen Xiu muttered in front of the two of them, "I wonder if the Cyberspace Administration and the Optics and Light Bureau provide meals. If I have to find my own lunch, I'll be in a bit of a rush..."

"..."*2
Zhang Yiming and Su Xiao had surprisingly similar expressions, both thinking: You're acting so relaxed, it makes me look so silly!
Just as Zhang Yiming was about to complain after thinking it over, Su Xiao interrupted him first.

"When we get there, have your assistant buy some things to prepare, and then you can eat in the car. We'll have dinner together."

"Um, okay."

Facing Su Xiao, who had slightly lowered her profile as a strong woman, Chen Xiu glanced at Zhang Yiming out of the corner of her eye and thought to herself: It's really inappropriate for you to be here as a third wheel!

Seeing Chen Xiu and Su Xiao staring at each other, Zhang Yiming felt that he had been a bit redundant to come today...

"OK, I'm off! You guys get back to work."

Chen Xiu waved to the two of them, picked up her briefcase, left the office, walked towards the door, and then took the elevator straight downstairs.

Unsurprisingly, the fact that Chen Xiu was summoned for tea became the top trending topic on various entertainment search lists.

His extremely high personal profile means that his every move, and anything related to him, will be the focus of entertainment reporters.

The talks between the Cyberspace Administration of China and the State Administration of Optoelectronics are not secrets; many fans even know the exact time Chen Xiu left for tea.

So when Chen Xiu arrived at the underground parking garage and asked Luo Shikan to go get the car, he saw a row of red Ferraris lined up horizontally, right in front of the elevator entrance.

These cars were lined up end to end, and the words "Chen Xiu, we support you" were pasted on their sides!

Upon seeing this scene, Chen Xiu felt a wave of dizziness wash over her.

Since becoming famous, he has always kept a low profile and rarely appears in public. His fans have no way of knowing where he is.

It can be said that Chen Xiu has never personally experienced the terrifying power of fans chasing after celebrities.

However, during his live streams, he always attracts hundreds of thousands of fans, and now these fans are having their first real-life encounter with him...

Even in the short time he was waiting for the car, sharp-eyed fans had already spotted him.

Are you Chen Xiu?

"Hmm~~"

Chen Xiu remained silent, having brought two bodyguards with him when he came down. They were now standing guard on either side of him.

Upon seeing this, the sharp-eyed fan immediately confirmed Chen Xiu's identity.

"Chen Xiu, hello! We've come to support you!"

The second half of the sentence was spoken louder, and the people in the other Ferraris also gathered around.

Seeing this, one of the two bodyguards protecting Chen Xiu called for backup, while the other called Luo Shikan, who had run to the underground parking lot to get his car, urging him to come up quickly.

However, no matter how fast Luo Shikan was, he couldn't possibly outrun the fans who had been waiting there.

Seeing the growing number of people around her, Chen Xiu realized she needed to resolve the situation as soon as possible...

"Friends, could you please let me say a few words first?"

Chen Xiu put his hands to his mouth to amplify his voice, and the fans in front of him who heard him fall silent.

After glancing around, Chen Xiu said, "I am Chen Xiu, thank you for your support, but I have two important matters to attend to today and need to get there immediately. I hope you can cooperate."

"Chen Xiu, we're here to accompany you to the Cyberspace Administration..."

"Yes! We'll go with you!"

"!!!"

The words of the fervent fans made Chen Xiu feel a chill run down her spine.

If he lets these fans accompany him today, or doesn't stop them from going, then the number of organizations inviting him for tea will probably increase by a few more.

Thinking of this, Chen Xiu reflexively calmed herself down and began to reassure the group. "Friends, thank you for your support and kindness, but my visit to the Cyberspace Administration today was a company matter, not a personal issue. I hope you can understand."

"We want to support you!"
"Your staying at home is the biggest support you can give me!"

"We want to see you get out of the Cyberspace Administration of China..."*N
"I can announce it to everyone on Douyin when things are resolved!"

"..."*N
"..."

With Chen Xiu holding his own against multiple opponents, this group of quite capable fans was completely won over by him.

When Luo Shikan drove over, the security personnel from Fangheng Fashion Center went down to the underground parking lot and separated Chen Xiu from the group of enthusiastic fans.

Although separated from the group of fans, Chen Xiu did not get into the car immediately, but continued to shout a few more words to them.

"Everyone, go home first! I'll give you an update on the situation on Douyin tonight."

"Chen Xiu, we're waiting for you!"
After the final interaction, Chen Xiu waved to the fans again before getting into the car driven by Luo Shikan.

After the car door closed and the car started and drove away from the underground parking lot, Chen Xiu, who hadn't said a word since getting in, finally uttered her first sentence.

"Xiao Luo, when we get there, take this car back to the company and get a new one. Don't drive this car again."

"clear."

"Drive faster, don't be late."

"Ok."

After explaining what had happened, a hint of lingering fear flashed in Chen Xiu's eyes.

The idol is responsible for the fans' actions. He was glad that the fans were waiting downstairs at Douyin's company building, rather than waiting on the street where the Cyberspace Administration of China is located.

Otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Chen Xiu has always cleverly utilized the popularity boost from her celebrity status, either by using it to attract traffic on Douyin (TikTok) or by using it to generate buzz for her live streams...

He had fully exploited the benefits of his popularity, but today's events served as a wake-up call for him.

The light streaming through the front window shone on Chen Xiu's face, making him relax slightly as he thought: It's better to reduce live streams and lower viewership, since Douyin no longer needs him to drive traffic...

……

The incident in the basement was filmed and posted on Douyin in a very reasonable way.

Many of his followers also saw the short video.

Meng Ziyi, who was filming the second season of "Back to Field" in Tonglu, Hangzhou, was also reminded by her assistant that she had seen this short video.

Looking at Chen Xiu in the video, dressed in a suit and tie, Meng Ziyi bit her finger worriedly, her thoughts flying to the capital, wanting to stay by his side.

Chen Xiu had already called her beforehand about being called in for tea and assured her that there would be no problems.

However, Meng Ziyi was still worried, since being called in for tea was hardly a good thing.

After the short video ended, Meng Ziyi pursed her lips and then walked towards where He Jiong was.

Seeing Meng Ziyi charging towards him menacingly, He Jiong's heart skipped a beat, and the smile on his face became somewhat forced.

"Mengmeng, what's wrong?"

"Teacher He, I would like to ask for a day off."

He Jiong thought to himself, "As expected," but still used the reason he had already prepared to persuade her.

“Mengmeng, I understand how you feel, but there’s nothing you can do to help President Chen with this…”

"Whether I can help or not, I'll stay by his side!"

"Forehead……"

He Jiong was momentarily speechless, and his gaze towards Meng Ziyi changed slightly.

Meng Ziyi didn't notice the deeper meaning in his eyes, and continued to plead, "Teacher He, please! We only started recording the pilot episode today, and the guests haven't arrived yet. I'll go back to Beijing tonight and come back tomorrow morning, so it won't delay the filming!"

"Well, let me ask the director first."

"Thank you, Teacher He!"

Meng Ziyi clasped his hands together in gratitude, but in his heart he couldn't wait to get to the airport right now.

He Jiong went to the director's team to negotiate, but when he returned, he brought bad news to Meng Ziyi.

"I'm sorry, Mengmeng, the director doesn't approve your leave request..."

"what?!"

"However, we can arrange for you to temporarily leave the production crew in another way."

As he spoke, He Jiong suddenly glanced at Huang Sanshi, who was disciplining Lanminghua, with a strange expression.

Meng Ziyi didn't notice the direction of his gaze, but was only concerned about the manner: "How can you let me leave?"

“For example, we can replicate last year’s green bean poisoning incident a little, so you can leave by going to the hospital…” He Jiong chuckled.

This suggestion was made to the production team by him. It could help Meng Ziyi achieve her goal and also use the famous scenes from the first season to boost the ratings of the second season's pilot episode, which could be described as killing two birds with one stone.

Upon hearing He Jiong use this excuse, Meng Ziyi, who was well-versed in the rules of the industry, chuckled and readily agreed.

(End of this chapter)