The package has assigned me way too many objects.

After Chu Yinan and Bei Yutang left, the Jiang family home suddenly became quiet and deserted.

The TV was playing an idol program from outside the island, with singing and dancing, and the upbeat music with a strong rhythm dispelled the cold atmosphere in the room.

After the mother and daughter had a simple meal, Jiang Xuanya pulled her mother to sit in the living room.

"Didn't this channel used to play old music videos? How come it's now showing pop girl groups?" Jiang Xuanya took out the remote and switched the program to an old replay.

The room was filled with music that evoked a sense of the times.

"It doesn't matter what you put on the screen, why are you and Xiao Chunan suddenly watching such old movies? Did you show them to him?" Jiang's mother asked, peeling an apple for her daughter.

"No, the reason is a bit complicated, but it's not really a complicated reason, it's just a coincidence!"

Jiang Xuanya didn't mention the matching system, but said with a smile, "Besides, that child really does like Ultraman movies. Mom, you've been retired for so many years, how does it feel to suddenly find that you still have a little fan?"

Lee Hyun-eun gently poked her daughter's forehead, a captivating smile spreading across her beautiful and serene face as she playfully scolded:

"You child, all you do is make fun of your mother. What about you? Didn't you want to be an idol back then?"

The term "idol" is complex in this era. This profession has a glamorous public image, but also a dirty and controversial side.

Jiang Xuanya had seen her mother's work when she was a child; it wasn't exactly a huge hit. In the film, her mother portrayed her character with such dedication, and the image on screen was completely different from her usual personality.

Influenced by this, Jiang Xuanya once wanted to become an actress and idol like her mother. Even if she couldn't become a superstar, she just wanted to leave behind one or two works that she could be proud of.

If I could surpass my mother and reach the level of "great fame and fortune" that my mother never achieved, that would be even better!

This can be considered as inheriting and realizing my mother's dream!

But...

Jiang Xuanya shook her head, denying it against her own conscience, and said reproachfully, "No way, I never thought it would be so hard when I was a child. Besides, who didn't have some exaggerated dreams when they were young? Let's not talk about that kind of thing anymore!"

Lee Hyun-eun looked sad and silently helped her daughter smooth her hair.

As a mother, she certainly knows what her daughter is thinking and what she has experienced.

In the past, idols and actors were selected through talent scouts and auditions. Luck and looks were very important in that era.

Nowadays, luck is often linked to money. Those idol training camps, which are called places to pursue dreams, are, to put it bluntly, backup groups of female companions for directors and sugar daddies, especially for people without background connections.

Jiang Xuanya had her own background before, so going to that so-called idol training camp could protect her from those dark aspects.

However, after hearing about her roommate's ordeal and her tearful complaints, Jiang Xuanya felt indignant and stood up for her friend by reporting the incident.

Even the smallest pebble falling into a pond can create ripples, but that report didn't cause a single splash.

The whistleblower report was naturally suppressed.

Because of her father's connections, Jiang Xuanya only received a friendly talk from the training camp's operators.

At that time, Jiang Xuanya was not even 16 years old and could not see things clearly. She "recklessly" said a few words: "I saw the older girls in the dormitory crying and complaining."

Subsequently, the girls in her dormitory were reprimanded and demanded by their sugar daddies or similar individuals to pay an even more excessive "price" for the trouble they had caused.

Jiang Xuanya was naturally ostracized in the dormitory, and there were probably even arguments.

Lee Hyun-eun didn't know what the argument was about, but after that incident where she stood up for someone, Kang Seon-ah stopped pursuing that so-called dream.

“Actually, Xuan Ya, if you really want to try, you can talk to your father. At least he treats you like a daughter and has always been protective of you.”

Jiang Xuanya didn't want to mention her father. She suppressed her momentary dissatisfaction and calmly shook her head, saying, "Okay, it's not appropriate. Being an idol is too hard."

The TV was playing music from who-knows-when, with lyrics about the sweetness and bitterness of youthful love, and the desire of men and women to grow old together.

The singing was so enchanting that I almost mistook it for love and marriage, believing them to be truly wonderful things.

However, such a simple and honest spirit is unimaginable today. In this day and age, can there really still be such feelings that are not tied to money and interests?

Because of her family background, Jiang Xuanya has a slight aversion to boys her own age, though she doesn't express it very obviously. However, she actually has almost no close male friends in her social circle.

Now there's only Chu Yinan, small and cute. You can't feel the resistance that comes with male-female relationships in him, and he even has a kind of innocence that's rare in this era.

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"Valentina, you're amazing! You even managed to dig up Xuan Ya's videos from her time as an idol trainee!" Chu Yinan exclaimed in admiration.

Jiang Xuanya in the video should still be a little girl, but because of her makeup, she looks as mature as a high school sophomore. She also dyed her hair blonde, making her look quite sexy.

Compared to the stiffness of other girls' movements, Jiang Xuanya's singing and dancing moves are quite powerful.

You can feel her dedication and commitment.

However, such records are rare, and it is estimated that she did not perform on stage many times before retiring.

Among Jiang Xuanya's cohort of students, few of them actually became truly "famous." One girl transitioned into acting, played minor roles a few times, and then apparently retired due to depression.

"Hey, is there anything I can do about this? Let's get together again next time and watch four more episodes, then this date mission will be over."

Qilin had taught him that family matters were the most complicated things.

Trying to "do good deeds" unilaterally can sometimes lead to bad results. At the very least, you need to know what the person in question wants before you can offer any help.

In this situation, no matter how much he touches, he has no idea where to start.

Just then, Jiang Xuanya suddenly sent a message.

[Jiang Xuanya: My mom's birthday is in a few days. Can I celebrate with you? I can tell she likes you a lot. Xiao Chunan, could you sing her a birthday song and surprise her?]

Before Chu Yinan could even reply to Jiang Xuanya, a call came in from an unknown number.

He answered the phone, and a mature, gentle voice came from the other end.

Hello, is this Xiao Chunan? This is Aunt Xuan En.

"Aunt Hyun-eun, is there anything I can help you with?" Chu Yinan asked, wondering how she knew his phone number.

[I secretly copied your phone number from Xuan Ya, sorry for the abruptness. Xuan Ya's birthday is in a few days, and I can tell she really likes you. Could you join us for her birthday celebration? You can also invite Yu Tang, but we have to keep it a secret from Xuan Ya—consider it a surprise.]

Chu Yinan: ......

No, what's going on between you two, mother and daughter? You're reading the same manuscript separately?

Or do they share the same birthday?

Chapter 60 Annie's Cake Shop

Upon questioning both sides, it was discovered that it was indeed true; the Jiang mother and daughter shared the same birthday.

They really know how to pick a day!

Chu Yinan, true to his principle of feigning death, did not reveal the truth to the mother and daughter, but told them that the other party was also preparing a surprise.

It's estimated that the two of them will act mysterious and present each other with a birthday cake, which will then be consumed by the two cakes, which are extremely high in calories.

"How about we celebrate together at my place? I'll schedule the next time I meet with Sister Xuanya to watch a show on her birthday."

[Lee Hyun-eun: That would be great if it were possible, but what do your family think? This is going to disturb your peace and quiet, so you should ask your parents' opinion.]

"No problem, I have a lot of authority. I'll go out and give the instructions in a bit."

Li Xuanen was highly skeptical of Chu Yinan's explanation, but judging from his confident tone, he seemed to be certain of it.

She could always call Yan Liu again later to confirm. Although they weren't particularly close, exchanging a few words wouldn't be a problem.

After hanging up on Lee Hyun-eun, Chu Yinan changed the details of similar words and copied them to Jiang Xuan-ya.

[Chu Yinan: Since you want to surprise Aunt Hyun-eun, how about you come over on your birthday? Bring Aunt Hyun-eun along to watch Ultraman, and then suddenly reveal the surprise afterward.]

[Jiang Xuanya: That's fine, but isn't this basically borrowing your place to hold a birthday party? Won't it disturb your family's rest?]

[Chu Yinan: I'll talk to my family later, and let you know their opinion.]

[Jiang Xuanya: Okay~]

......

After occupying the restroom for half an hour, Chu Yinan came out and ran into Yan Liu.

"You're finally out! I thought you were asleep inside. Were you constipated?"

"No, I didn't go to the bathroom. I was just occupying the space to play on my phone."

"Play on your phone in the living room, what kind of habit is it to sit on the toilet! If you get hemorrhoids and have to have surgery in the future, be careful I'll tell the doctor to sew a bow on your stitches."

That's incredibly vicious...

However, Chu Yinan remembered to inform his family beforehand, and decisively initiated negotiations, determined to project an image befitting his status, forcefully expressing his desire to bring the mother and daughter from another family back to watch the film.

He grabbed Yan Liu's plump, beautiful legs, rubbed his face against her large, soft spot, and asked pitifully:

"Aunt Liu, I'm bringing someone back to watch Ultraman in a few days, and I'd like to celebrate their birthday while I'm at it, is that alright?"

Yan Liu didn't mind his rubbing against her; instead, she was overjoyed and hugged him tightly, kissing him a few times before asking:

"Who is it?"

"Ning's clients, Aunt Li Xuan'en and her daughter Jiang Xuanya..." Chu Yinan felt a little guilty.

The beautiful woman, in the prime of her life, did not answer directly. Instead, she gently touched her forehead with her delicate fingers and sighed, "Oh dear, I haven't been sleeping well at night lately, and my sleep quality is a bit poor."

Chu Yinan looked at her puzzled for a few seconds, then immediately understood.

"Since Aunt Liu isn't sleeping well at night, it's my duty, Chu, to sleep with her for the next few days!"

"A few days?" Yan Liu continued to rub her forehead.

"One week!"

"I'm getting more and more tired lately..." Yan Liu said weakly.

Chu Yinan was frustrated. How come he had to haggle over the price even when he was selling himself?

If you keep adding prices day by day at this point, they'll probably take advantage of you and eventually demand a fixed price.

"Half a month!"

Yan Liu then regained her composure and nodded in satisfaction: "They should have rested enough. When do you invite them over? Remember to tell Diliya and the others the date so they can prepare fruit and such."

"it is good."

Chu Yinan returned to his room and took out his phone to send a message to Jiang's mother and daughter.

[Chu Yinan: I briefly explained it to you, and my family has agreed. They will treat you well, so please come and don't be shy!]

Chu Yinan, who had been ripped off, really wanted to get his money back from Aunt Hyun-eun, so he said something like, "A private birthday party should be a little more relaxed and festive, right?"