Chapter 301: Isn’t It Just an Act?

When Qiao Sisi and Chu Xinran arrived, the relatively quiet BBQ restaurant suddenly filled with a crowd of people. Many of them seemed to be Qiao Sisi’s fans, excitedly taking photos with their phones.

Although they knew Qiao Sisi was filming a show and didn’t rush up to ask for autographs, the constant flash and camera clicks were enough to be annoying.

Fang Zhou found it hard to concentrate on eating, but Qin Yun remained unfazed.

She acted as if those people didn’t exist. Even when Qiao Sisi and Chu Xinran sat down at their table, she continued eating her BBQ calmly.

“Have another bite,” she said, smiling gently, her eyes serene like a calm lake, unaffected by the new arrivals.

Fang Zhou had already eaten a piece of BBQ pork that Qin Yun had fed him earlier, and now regretted it. He had no intention of accepting another bite.

He wasn’t sure why he had taken it in the first place. Maybe it was the long time since he and Qin Yun had shared a meal like this, or maybe it was her unexpected behavior today, showing her true self.

“You eat. I’m already full,” he said, shaking his head and refusing her offer.

Qiao Sisi, who had taken a seat uninvited, snorted and jumped in, “Eat up! Why not? You seemed to be enjoying it earlier. And you usually eat more than this, don’t you?”

She had seen how happily Fang Zhou was chatting with Qin Yun when she walked in. Clearly, Fang Zhou was lying to her!

He had promised it was just an act, but his soft smiles told a different story.

Didn’t he know that few women could resist a man like him? His looks alone could make many girls swoon, not to mention Qin Yun’s obvious interest in him.

Jealousy bubbled up in Qiao Sisi, and her expression was a mix of smirks and sneers.

The viewers in the live stream quickly picked up on Qiao Sisi’s jealousy, flooding the chat with comments.

“Oh my gosh, Qiao Sisi is totally jealous! She really likes Fang Zhou!”

“No wonder she turned down Qi Le! She’s still hung up on her first love, Fang Zhou. Why can’t they get back together?”

“Sisi, don’t waste your feelings on him! We love you and will always support you!”

“Hey Sisi, maybe consider dating girls? We won’t hurt you like this!”

Unlike the visibly emotional Qiao Sisi, Chu Xinran sat silently, her tearful eyes fixed on Fang Zhou, saying everything she couldn’t.

Her gaze held affection and restraint, hiding the hurt she felt.

Why was Fang Zhou so good to Qin Yun? Did he like her more?

It made sense. Qin Yun was a university professor and a surgeon, highly capable and impressive. People often shone the brightest in their fields, and Fang Zhou must have been attracted to her charisma.

Chu Xinran lowered her head, wondering how long it would take for her to become strong enough to stand beside Fang Zhou without feeling inferior.

“Since you’re full, I guess I am too,” Qin Yun said, unfazed by Qiao Sisi’s taunts. She smiled even more warmly, as if telling Fang Zhou she would support him no matter what.

Fang Zhou received her message and glanced at Qiao Sisi, who looked like a pouting hamster, somewhat cute but clearly upset.

Her eyes accused him of being inconsiderate, making her feel like the villain in their love story.

Overwhelmed by frustration, Qiao Sisi put her hands on the table, ready to flip it.

Fang Zhou quickly intervened, trying to avoid a scene, “We’ve had enough. Let’s go for a walk. It’s too crowded here.”

This was a live broadcast. He couldn’t let her ruin her image.

He shot Qiao Sisi a pleading look, hoping she would calm down.

As expected, her temper flared like it always did, but she regained composure and stood up, heading out first.

Chu Xinran finally spoke, siding with Fang Zhou, “I don’t like the smell here either.”

Her eyes lingered on Fang Zhou before shifting to Qin Yun. No matter how strong Qin Yun was, Chu Xinran wouldn’t back down.

Qin Yun noticed Chu Xinran’s unspoken challenge but remained unbothered. To her, Chu Xinran was no more than a minor obstacle.

“Let’s go for a walk then,” she said lazily, standing up with her long, wavy hair framing her in an alluring silhouette.

She exuded a serene and knowledgeable charm, turning heads effortlessly.

Fang Zhou looked at Qiao Sisi, silently begging her to keep it together. This was a live show, and they all needed to maintain their composure.

Qiao Sisi huffed and left the restaurant, while Fang Zhou settled the bill and stopped the fans from following them.

“Guys, we’re filming a show. Please don’t disturb us,” he said, flashing a charming smile that momentarily stunned Qiao Sisi’s fans.

Taking advantage of this, the production team swiftly set up a human barrier, separating Fang Zhou and the group from the fans, allowing them to exit smoothly.

By the time the fans realized it, the four had vanished from sight.

“Damn it! Finally saw them in person, and now they’re gone!”

“I didn’t even get Sisi’s autograph. What a shame!”

“Hope I get another chance to meet her. She’s even prettier in real life!”

As the fans lamented, no one noticed someone in the crowd growing colder and more distant.