am-books Chapter 36 – Variety Show
Chapter 36 – Variety Show
"Senior, I've taken it upon myself to return to the Azure Cloud Sect tomorrow."
After Lu Changtian left, Li Qingran returned to her room, bowed deeply to the ceiling, and remained kneeling.
"Qingran is neither a stubborn fool nor bound by gratitude to the Azure Cloud Sect and Crimson Sky Peak. They have become obstacles on my path of cultivation. I must sever these ties myself to continue my cultivation and not disappoint you, Senior."@@@@
Li Qingran lowered her head, her words sincere.
She knew the Azure Cloud Sect was a dangerous place, but she had no choice but to go.
She also understood that from her senior's perspective, he likely didn't want her to return to the Azure Cloud Sect. Such actions could even arouse his suspicion. She had already received too much kindness; returning now would make her seem like an ungrateful person.
So she waited, waited for her senior's opinion.
If he allowed her to go back, she would. If not, she would stay.
Chen Huaian thought for a moment, pressed the Sound Transmission Talisman, and said, "It's fine. The one who tied the bell must untie it. Since this matter started at Crimson Sky Peak, it should end there. Handle it yourself, I trust you!"
In the small room, Li Qingran waited for a while before a faint voice reached her ears.
"After joy comes sorrow, recognize the ebb and flow. Every drink and meal is predestined, all has cause and effect, and you must bear it. Go now!"
Li Qingran pondered Chen Huaian's words, her heart stirred, and she bowed deeply, her once hesitant eyes now filled with determination.
"Junior Qingran thanks Senior for the guidance!"
"Yes, before you go, I bestow upon you an item."
Swish—!
A flying sword appeared on the table, its sheath as white as moonlight, and its tassel as red as blood.
"This sword is called Su Xian, a top-grade spiritual artifact flying sword. I noticed your original flying sword is broken, so take this one for protection!"
Li Qingran held the Su Xian Sword, her heart touched deeply, overwhelmed with gratitude.
She wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, embraced the Su Xian Sword, and bowed in thanks:
"Qingran will not disappoint you, Senior!"
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"Hello, is this Mr. Chen?"
"I am."
"We'd like to invite you to participate in a variety show. Would you be interested..."
"What kind of scam call is this?" Chen Huaian frowned and hung up the phone. He was worried about how to help Li Qingran through a crisis tomorrow, especially since he was low on money. This damn game would definitely find a way to force him to spend. He didn't have time to deal with these scam calls. In the past, he would have spent an hour talking about life and dreams with these scammers.
The phone rang again as soon as he hung up.
Chen Huaian looked at the caller ID, a cold smile on his lips, and answered the call.
Fine, if they don't appreciate kindness, they can have the hard way. Today, he, Immortal Chen, intended to lay down his sword, but these scammers insisted on running into it. They couldn't blame him for being a trickster!
"500,000, buying out your appearance fee for this season of our variety show. We shoot about three episodes a quarter. Regardless of whether you need to appear later, this money will be transferred to your account as soon as you agree to participate and sign the contract!"
Chen Huaian calmed down.
Five hundred thousand, that's the level of appearance fees for many second or third-tier stars.
The variety show organizers were indeed sincere in wanting to ride this wave of popularity.
Many newly debuted entertainers even had to pay to get on variety shows, let alone receive an appearance fee.
"So, Mr. Chen, what do you think?"
Chen Huaian had always believed in win-win situations, and he smiled broadly:
"I think it's great. Can you tell me what this episode will be about?"
"Hiking to Heavenly Gate Mountain. A professional mountaineer will accompany you. Besides you, we've invited five celebrity entertainers of varying fame. You'll appear as a mystery guest in this episode. If you agree, add me on WeChat, and I'll send over the electronic contract."
"I agree, completely agree! I love being mysterious! Haha!"
Chen Huaian's sinister smile continued.
After hanging up the phone, both parties were satisfied.
Chen Huaian looked at Li Qingran, who was diligently meditating in the game, feeling a mix of emotions.
Although he had spent a lot of money on this game, it seemed crazy. But without the motivation and opportunity provided by this game, he wouldn't have fifty thousand now. Only the combination of 'Close-up of the Mirage of Mount Tai's Fengchan' and 'Late-stage Cancer Challenge at Mount Tai' could make him go viral. It was only because of this that the variety show approached him with a high offer to participate.
Cause and effect, wonderfully inexplicable!
After signing the electronic contract and submitting his bank account number.
Seeing the fifty thousand added to his bank account, Chen Huaian couldn't suppress a glimmer of hope for life.
Who wants to die if they can live?!
Ten thousand is a drop in the bucket against cancer, but fifty thousand might offer some chance, right?
He immediately dressed and took a taxi to the hospital where he had previously been examined.
The attending physician followed the normal procedure for a biopsy review.
In the consultation room, Chen Huaian and the doctor silently looked at the X-ray on the computer, the atmosphere heavy.
"Did you really just climb Mount Tai and then fracture a bone?"
The doctor's face turned grim as he turned to look at Chen Huaian, his brows furrowed.
"Yes, I didn't do anything else." Seeing the expression on the doctor's face, Chen Huaian's heart sank.
Then he heard the attending physician sigh.
"This is the first time I've encountered such a situation." He pointed at the X-ray, his tone filled with amazement, "In less than a month, your cancer cells have spread from your leg and pancreas to your entire body, even growing tumors in your brain... Normally, such a spread rate is impossible. You must understand, cancer cells require nutrients to proliferate and spread. It's as if they received a massive influx of nutrients in a very short time, leading to explosive growth! It's unheard of, unseen."
Chen Huaian said wryly, "So, in the end, it's still incurable, right?"
The attending physician gave Chen Huaian a complex look and sighed, "Young man, didn't you say you earned fifty thousand? Enjoy the rest of your life, as long as you don't break the law, do whatever makes you happy, and make sure to stay cheerful every day..."