She was tricked into marriage for three years, then remarried a childless, tough guy and became preg

Shen Tang blinked. "Did your grandma end up with that man?"

"Of course not," Qin Zheng said. "My maternal grandmother was very proud! My maternal grandfather died when he was only in his forties, and my maternal grandmother never remarried."

"Do you need any help?" Shen Tang asked.

Qin Zheng helped her rush to make clothes, so she should reciprocate.

Qin Zheng shook his head, "No need, it's a small matter, I can handle it myself."

Shen Tang didn't say much, "I'm looking forward to drinking your and Zhou Nan's wedding wine!"

"Don't worry, it won't be long," Qin Zheng said with a smile.

After leaving Qin Zheng's place, Shen Tang returned to the Paramount.

We also need to develop a persona for Song Cheng'an; celebrities in this era must have sound values.

A slightly reddish base is best.

"Were there any notable figures in your family's ancestors?"

Song Cheng'an frowned and thought for a long time. "I heard from my mother that my maternal grandfather's ancestors were great generals who guarded the border, and later they settled down in Inner Mongolia."

Shen Tang's eyes lit up after hearing this.

She originally only wanted to find a respectable political background for Song Cheng'an, but she didn't expect him to hand her an even better one.

The great general who guarded the border took root in Inner Mongolia, and generations of his family have stayed on that land.

This background is more effective than any red background; the descendants of loyal and patriotic sons naturally inspire goodwill.

"That works," Shen Tang said. "Your maternal grandfather's family background is much better than anything you could make up."

Song Cheng'an looked at her: "What's the use of this? I'm not a general anymore."

"You don't understand. Although you're not a general, you have an awesome ancestor, which proves you're not a coward either."

Song Cheng'an didn't want to think too much about it. "Whatever, you arrange it."

He didn't really think he could become a big star.

Shen Tang added, "Speak less, make fewer mistakes. The more you talk, the more mistakes you make. Understand?"

"I don't understand. If I don't speak, won't it make me look like I know nothing, like an idiot?"

"Do you know a lot?" Shen Tang asked in return.

Song Cheng'an thought for a moment, "It doesn't seem like that much."

"Isn't that it? The more you talk, the more you expose your weaknesses. So talk less, and others will think you are unfathomable. That's the aloof persona."

"Shen Tang, you're really something!" Lin Manni couldn't help but nod in agreement.

Shen Tang stretched and said, "Everything is ready now. We're just waiting for the costumes to be finished before we go on stage. We're sure to become an instant sensation!"

The three high-fived, exclaiming, "Instant fame!"

There has been no news of Huo Xiuyuan for a long time.

Shen Tang glanced at the phone behind her and called out to Gu Siming:

"Hao Xiuyuan hasn't called yet?"

Gu Siming nodded and said, "No, there are people here 24 hours a day. I didn't receive a call from Huo Xiuyuan."

Shen Tang's expression tensed up, and Lin Manni took her hand in hers.

"Don't worry, it's not convenient to talk on the other end. I believe he'll be fine. This kid's tough!"

"But it's been more than ten days, and there's still no news."

Shen Tang dared not think too much about it, for thinking about it would easily lead to the worst.

Everyone fell silent.

"Ring ring—" The phone rang.

Shen Tang quickly ran over and picked up the phone. "Huo Xiuyuan?"

"It's me," came Huo Xiuyuan's voice from the other end of the phone.

"Huo Xiuyuan, is that really you? Why haven't you called for so long?" Shen Tang said, her voice choked with emotion.

Lin Manni and Gu Siming also gathered around.

"Hey kid, how are you? When are you coming back?" Lin Manni asked.

"Soon. We've found him, and he's agreed to come back with us to testify." Huo Xiuyuan said in a relaxed tone.

"That's great! Then come back soon. Shen Tang has lost a lot of weight because she misses you so much," Lin Manni said with a smile.

Shen Tang said shyly to Lin Manni, "Don't talk nonsense."

"Let's go, we shouldn't interrupt their private conversation."

Lin Manni pulled Gu Siming to the side.

Looking at Shen Tang's shy expression as she held the microphone, Song Cheng'an chuckled softly, realizing that he truly had no hope.

Shen Tang had never shown this kind of expression in front of him.

"How are you?" Huo Xiuyuan asked in a low voice.

"Oh no," Shen Tang pouted, "I've been so worried about you not calling for so long."

"This trip didn't go smoothly. I have a feeling that someone is preventing me from investigating this matter."

"Will you be in danger?" Shen Tang asked nervously.

"Probably not, we can't exactly make a move in broad daylight, can we?"

Huo Xiuyuan continued, "We found the police officer in charge of the case back then; he was also threatened. But the person who threatened him, we investigated, and he's disappeared. Something's fishy—either he's vanished, or he's changed his name."

"So this police officer is willing to come back and testify, but what if he changes his testimony after he gets here..." Shen Tang asked worriedly.

"No, he's lived with guilt all these years. He hasn't had a good life either; his son drowned, and his wife died of illness. Now he has cancer and doesn't have long to live. He's willing to come back with us to testify, and he has complete case files, so we can definitely overturn the case," Huo Xiuyuan said.

"Okay, I'll wait for you to come back."

Shen Tang held the microphone, unsure of what to say, but simply didn't want to hang up.

"How are you? Where are you staying now?" Huo Xiuyuan asked.

"I'm living in our new house, which Sister Manny bought for me," Shen Tang said with a smile.

Huo Xiuyuan laughed, "Luckily she's here. But... don't let her lead you astray."

"Don't worry, Manny and I are focused on our business!"

"Start a business? What do you mean? Do you run a small business? What are you selling?" Huo Xiuyuan asked a series of questions.

"Selling people," Shen Tang said with a smile.

"What?" Huo Xiuyuan's voice suddenly rose. "Speak properly."

"Okay, let's talk properly. Manny and I are planning to start an entertainment company."

What do entertainment companies do?

"It's about cultivating stars, then selling them to make money."

There was a moment of silence on the phone. "Develop stars, have them perform on shows, and then make money?"

"Yes. Something like that."

"How much money can they make? It's just a theatrical troupe, and it's a mixed bag, with all sorts of people."

Even through the phone, Shen Tang could feel Huo Xiuyuan's furrowed brows.

"It's hard to explain in a few words, you'll understand when you get back," Shen Tang said.

"Okay. I'll get back as soon as possible. We'll go to Diancheng Railway Station tomorrow. We need to get back to Hexi Town to overturn the case before we can go back."

"Huo Xiuyuan, you must be careful. Do you remember what that Taoist priest said?" Shen Tang reminded him.

Huo Xiuyuan chuckled lightly, "I don't believe in those things. I promise I'll get back safely."

"I'll wait for you," Shen Tang paused, "Huo Xiuyuan—"

"Um?"

"I love you."