The Abused Heroine Stops Pretending [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 32

Meng Xue had no idea that Qiao Meng’s arrival might end up exposing all her secrets.

First, there was the five-year crush, and then the behind-the-scenes video she rewatched obsessively. Just these two points alone had both Tang Jing’s solo fans and the CP fans screaming nonstop.

The hashtag #MengXue’sLittleFanGirl quickly climbed the trending list.

If this had happened a month ago, perhaps not many people would have recognized Meng Xue. But after a month of Diverse Lives frequently appearing on the hot search, the show’s guests had become familiar faces to netizens.

In fact, Meng Xue’s name was even more well-known after all, she was the one paired with Tang Jing in the show. Two CP fan communities had already sprung up, and forum posts about them were endless.

The hype was so big that even casual fans had heard about it.

Meng Xue, however, was still blissfully unaware. At the moment, she was chopping vegetables while Teacher Tang stir-fried beside her, his expression focused. As he wielded the spatula, the faint outline of muscle on his arm was clearly visible, the smooth lines captivating enough to make one stare.

“Xiao Xue.”

“Xiao Xue?”

“Huh?” Meng Xue snapped out of her daze and looked over. The moment her eyes met Tang Jing’s, she jolted back to reality, heat rushing to her face until she was visibly flushed.

“Wh-what is it, Teacher Tang?” Her voice faltered, and the knife in her hand nearly slipped, almost cutting her. Luckily, Tang Jing reacted quickly and caught it.

Seeing how distracted she was and worried she might actually hurt herself, he had no choice but to say, “Why don’t you go wait outside?”

“Oh.” After a series of blunders, Meng Xue could hardly stay any longer. Her face burned so much she felt too embarrassed to even look at him. Hearing his words, she set the knife down and hurried out, her retreating figure looking almost like a hasty escape.

Tang Jing plated the stir-fried dish, picked up the knife, and finished chopping the half-cut vegetables Meng Xue had left behind. After washing the wok, he started on the next dish.

With Sun Sijia gone from the show, not only did the audience feel the air was fresher, but even the guests themselves shared the sentiment.

Whenever Sun Sijia was around, everyone had to tread carefully, she was the type to stir up drama at any moment, and every time she did, they struggled to handle it, fearing their careers might be ruined by her antics.

“Xiao Meng, come here!” Tian Qi waved excitedly, calling out to Qiao Meng in the distance.

Since Qiao Meng’s arrival, Tian Qi had been taking her everywhere, chatting more than ever. Tian Qi’s fans noticed their idol had visibly brightened up.

The two cuties sticking together was something the audience loved to see.

In fact, CP fans for the pair had already started emerging. Tian Qi was adorably earnest with a touch of goofiness, while Qiao Meng was mischievous with a hint of pride. These two together became the show’s comedic duo, boosting its ratings significantly.

Even the director hadn’t expected this. Initially, inviting Qiao Meng had just been a favor to a friend, a simple goodwill gesture. Who knew it would turn out to be such a huge surprise?

“Qiqi!” Qiao Meng ran over and hugged Tian Qi. “Did you find some fun new task?”

Over the past month, the director had quietly set up some new point-based challenges around the village, appearing without anyone noticing.

Sometimes, when the guests were walking along the road, they would suddenly discover new activities appearing each time a huge surprise.

“Beach volleyball,” Tian Qi said. “And also surfing.”

Qiao Meng looked at the content on the activity board, her eyes lighting up as she turned to Tian Qi. “Let’s go call Teacher Tang and Sister Meng.”

When she saw the task, Qiao Meng suddenly hatched a plan. The more she thought about it, the happier she became, her smile carrying a hint of mischief.

Tian Qi gave her a sidelong glance, her face full of curiosity. “Xiao Meng, what fun idea did you come up with this time?”

After spending these past few days together, Tian Qi had learned that whenever Qiao Meng made this expression, she was definitely scheming something.

“Hehe, I’ll keep it a secret for now,” Qiao Meng said, winking at her.

[HAHAHAHA what is Xiao Meng up to this time?]

[Every time I see Xiao Meng make that face, I can’t help but laugh.]

[Tian Qi already knows her so well.]

[Ahhh I’m so curious about what devious plan Xiao Meng has thought up now.]

Over the past few days, Qiao Meng had contributed many iconic moments, and every time one of those moments happened, it was always preceded by her scheming.

[Could it be?]

[Hehe, I think I can guess what it is.]

[Is the Dream Wingman back in business?]

Though no one knew exactly what Qiao Meng was plotting this time, everyone was certain that the target of her schemes would, as always, be Teacher Tang and Meng Xue.

Hearing the knock on the door, Meng Xue opened it and saw Tian Qi and Qiao Meng especially the expressions on their faces which immediately put her on guard. Without a word, she tried to shut the door.

“Sister Meng!” Tian Qi and Qiao Meng moved in perfect sync, stepping forward to block the door. “Don’t close it, don’t close it!”

[HAHAHAHA Meng Xue took one look at your faces and knew you were up to no good.]

[This is too funny, Meng Xue is already scared of you two.]

Tang Jing, who had been relaxing under the big tree in the courtyard, was originally lounging leisurely in a rocking chair, fanning herself. But the moment she saw these two, her posture stiffened, and she stared at them as if facing a great enemy.

[Look at Sister Tang, HAHAHAHA.]

[Who would’ve thought that one day, even Sister Tang would have people she’s afraid of?]

[With the way Sister Tang is sitting, she looks ready to bolt at any second.]

Seeing that the two hadn’t spoken yet, Tang Jing already knew what they were scheming. Deep down, she was happy, but she still had to maintain her persona on the surface.

“Sister Meng,” Qiao Meng suddenly caught sight of Tang Jing in the courtyard and called out loudly, “Teacher Tang!”

Tang Jing covered her face with her fan, pretending not to see them.

Qiao Meng grinned. “Sister Meng, we just found out the program team has released new activities.”

“Yeah, yeah, they look super fun,” Tian Qi chimed in.

Qiao Meng added, “Each activity is worth 300 points.”

Tian Qi nodded. “And they’re really easy.”

Meng Xue eyed them suspiciously. “Really?”

“For real,” said Qiao Meng and Tian Qi in unison, both well-versed in internet slang as 5G surfers.

[HAHAHAHA someone cut off their internet connection.]

[“For real or fake?” “For real” HAHAHAHA]

Meng Xue: “…”

“Oh, so you’re all here.” Luo Dong and Jian Anping walked over at that moment.

“Brother Luo, Brother Anping,” Qiao Meng and Tian Qi greeted them.

“Anping and I just found out the program team added new activities beach volleyball and surfing. What do you think, want to go?” Luo Dong got straight to the point.

Meng Xue now knew that what Qiao Meng and Tian Qi had said was true, so she turned to look at Tang Jing in the courtyard. “Teacher Tang, want to go do a mission?”

Tang Jing hesitated only for a moment before getting up from her chair. “Let’s go.”

Points or no points didn’t matter, the variety show effect had to be maximized.

Although Tang Jing and the others currently had more points than they could ever use, enough to coast until the end of the program, she knew even as a first-time variety show participant exactly what the audience wanted to see.

She might not say much, but considering the many fans watching her livestream, she naturally wouldn’t spend every day showing them a life of leisure. Instead, she’d take on missions to give her fans some fun content.

And Tang Jing wasn’t wrong. The moment her fans saw her heading out for a mission, they were overjoyed.

Even if she just went to the “Overcoming Obstacles” challenge every day to check in, the audience never tired of watching.

[Woo-hoo! I love watching Sister Tang take on missions!]

[Beach volleyball, surfing, ahhhh!]

[Will Tang Tang wear a bikini?!]

[Ahhh, now that you mention it, what about Sister Meng and the others?!]

The audience was beyond excited, and the number of viewers in the livestream began to climb.

Even the production team hadn’t anticipated how much the audience would love this and judging by the IDs, most of them were girls.

[Who doesn’t love seeing girls bonding?]

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