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

The next day, Shen Tang went to the cultural troupe and explained the situation to Director Zhang.

She was about to marry Huo Xiuyuan and would definitely have children after the marriage, so she wouldn't be returning to the performing arts troupe.

Commander Zhang expressed his regret that the cultural troupe had lost a promising talent.

When Zhao Wenjing heard that Shen Tang had arrived, she rushed down from her dormitory.

"Shen Tang!"

Zhao Wenjing hugged her tightly, "I was thinking of going to see you tomorrow since I have the day off!"

"How have you been lately? You've lost so much weight!"

Shen Tang looked at Zhao Wenjing with some concern.

"Sigh! I broke up with Zhang Dawei."

Zhao Wenjing pursed her lips, her eyes slightly reddening, and her voice carried a hint of feigned nonchalance.

"It's not a big deal. If you don't get along, just break up. Who can't live without whom?"

Shen Tang grabbed her hand and looked at her, "What happened? Didn't you make up last time?"

Zhao Wenjing lowered her head and after a long while said:

"He was leaving the group; his family wanted him to go back to his hometown. He asked me if I wanted to go back with him, but I didn't want to. So we broke up."

Shen Tang remained silent for a while.

It's as if there's a river separating Zhao Wenjing and Zhang Dawei; they're from completely different worlds.

Zhao Wenjing was an only child. Her parents doted on her, and her grandfather spoiled her. She had never suffered much hardship.

Zhang Dawei, however, carries a heavy burden.

"Don't be sad, you two are just not a good match," Shen Tang comforted her.

"I'm doing fine now," Zhao Wenjing smiled. "When I'm busy with training and rehearsals, I don't think about anything else. Anyway, I'm not going back with him, so I might as well break it off sooner rather than later."

Shen Tang hugged her: "If you want to drink, come find me."

Zhao Wenjing chuckled and lowered her voice:

"That's a deal."

As the two were talking, Zhou Nan ran down quickly, her hands still covered in laundry foam.

She ran down, panting, "Shen Tang, I was afraid you'd left!"

Zhou Nan smiled broadly, her face flushed.

"Wow! You've become even more beautiful," Shen Tang said with a smile.

Zhou Nan lowered her head shyly, "You're making fun of me again."

"How are things between you and Qin Zheng?" Shen Tang asked.

Zhou Nan's face turned even redder. "We've set a wedding date."

"Really? When? I want to go to the wedding."

"The eighth day of the first lunar month."

"Okay, I've got it." Shen Tang said with a smile.

The three of them stood under the tree and talked for a while.

Shen Tang said, "I have to go back first, I have a lot of things to do! You two can come visit me when you have time."

The two agreed, and Shen Tang stepped outside.

Just as I was about to reach the door, I ran into Ji Huaizhou.

He seemed to have been waiting there specifically for this purpose.

"Shen Tang, are you getting married?"

Shen Tang smiled and nodded, "Mm."

Ji Huaizhou lowered his head, his eyes slightly red.

After a long pause, he finally said:

I wish you happiness.

Shen Tang smiled and said, "Thank you."

She took a few steps forward, then turned back.

"Ji Huaizhou, you're actually great! I really like you, as a friend."

Ji Huaizhou paused for a moment, then finally smiled.

"Can we be friends from now on?"

"Of course." Shen Tang waved at him. "I'm leaving."

Ji Huaizhou smiled with relief.

Shen Tang threw herself into her career, and Song Cheng'an's cassette tapes sold like hotcakes.

Capitalizing on this popularity, Shen Tang arranged for him to participate in the CCTV Young Singers Competition, where he quickly distinguished himself.

He was eventually selected by the Spring Festival Gala director and given a chance to sing a duet with a celebrity.

Shen Tang's entertainment company also became known to more people because of Song Cheng'an's influence.

Shen Tang launched a nationwide talent show with great enthusiasm, and once she got busy, her wedding plans had to be postponed.

Although Huo Xiuyuan was eager to get married, he also fully supported Shen Tang in pursuing her career.

A nationwide talent show with no entry requirements and no regard for background.

After the message was sent out, far more people signed up than expected.

Some people sing well, some dance well, and some get so nervous on stage that they forget the lyrics.

The final 50 people will undergo training and competition.

It's not that I'm afraid of not having a background, it's that I'm afraid of not having talent and not working hard.

Lin Manni thoroughly enjoyed the sight of so many young men every day, and was in an extremely good mood.

Huo Xiuyuan picks him up and drops him off every day.

After the draft, 10 players were signed.

She doesn't have much strength right now, so she can only focus on quality over quantity.

Each of these 10 individuals has their own unique characteristics, so of course they need to undergo training before their debut.

Vocal performance, physical performance, and typhoon response—none of these can be neglected.

Shen Tang spends almost every day in the rehearsal hall.

Lin Manni was in charge of publicity, and Song Zhiyi also stayed behind, learning a lot from Shen Tang.

Time flies, and it's already Lunar New Year's Eve.

Huo Xiuyuan was cooking in the kitchen.

Shen Tang and Lin Manni were making dumplings, while Gu Siming was chopping firewood in the yard.

Song Zhiyi stood there, seeking credit:

"I wiped the table and set the table."

"Hmm, it's arranged very neatly," Shen Tang said with a smile.

Shen Tang stuffed a red date into a dumpling, and Song Zhiyi saw it.

He asked, puzzled, "What does this mean?"

"Dates represent sweetness. Whoever eats one will have a smooth and prosperous year ahead," Shen Tang said.

"Really? I'm going to eat a few more." Song Zhiyi stared at the dumpling. "I have to remember what it looks like."

Lin Manni smiled and said, "Then we'll make a few more so everyone can have some."

Firecrackers went off outside, instantly creating a festive atmosphere.

"Oh dear! Everyone else is about to eat, we need to hurry." Song Zhiyi said as she ran towards the kitchen.

"Brother Xiuyuan, how many dishes are left?"

"The best one, it'll be ready soon," Huo Xiuyuan said.

Gu Siming opened the lid of the large iron pot, and steaming hot air came out.

"The water's boiling—" he called out to Shen Tang and Lin Manni.

"Yes, it'll be wrapped up in no time," Lin Manni replied.

The dumplings, shaped like little gold ingots, rolled into the pot and quickly floated to the surface.

Shen Tang walked into the kitchen, where Huo Xiuyuan was serving the best dish.

"Your favorite candied sweet potato." He looked at Shen Tang.

Shen Tang's eyes lit up, and she kissed him on the cheek.

"Thank you, honey."

"I haven't married you yet, so I can't call you that now."

Although Huo Xiuyuan said this, he couldn't suppress the urge to smile.

"Since you don't like it, we'll call you that from now on."

Shen Tang pretended to be angry and turned around.

Huo Xiuyuan leaned in from behind and whispered in her ear:

"That won't do, honey."

"What are you two talking about? The dumplings are ready! Come on!"

Lin Manni shouted loudly in the main room.

"They're here, they're here."

Shen Tang and Huo Xiuyuan walked towards the main room.

Gu Siming was carrying a plate of bright red firecrackers.

"I'm going to set off firecrackers!"

Before long, the sound of firecrackers crackling and popping rang out at the door.

Gu Siming quickly ran back.

Everyone took their seats, and Shen Tang raised his glass, and everyone else followed suit.

"Happy New Year!"

Several cups gently clinked together.