The longed-for village system

Chapter 250 Liu Shishi Arrives

Chen Qing's request for a highlight was not difficult for them at all. The band was there to cooperate with the singer to complete the performance. As for the background, it was even simpler. The editor could just spend ten minutes taking a screenshot of the group online.

After Chen Qing and Director Li finalized the arrangements, Chen Yimou immediately began arranging for Chen Qing to rehearse on stage. The other performers did not complain, since the rehearsal time that originally belonged to Chen Qing had been moved to them first, so it was only natural for Chen Qing to come over and rehearse a few more times.

Many singers are even hoping to take this opportunity to get acquainted with Chen Qing, and maybe they can even get a new song from him later, since everyone knows that Chen Qing has amazing creative abilities.

Chen Qing finished her work after only two simple rehearsals and one simple stage movement. Chen Yimou was amazed that Chen Qing was born for this job and was a natural for the big stage.

After familiarizing himself with the stage, Chen Qing stayed at the venue for a while and then told Chen Yimou that he was leaving. Chen Yimou did not stop him. For some reason, he had a strange sense of trust in Chen Qing. If it were any other junior, he would have cursed them out long ago.

It's a blessing for these artists to be able to attend such a gala. Instead of staying in the venue to rehearse and get used to the event, they just go through the motions and leave whenever they want.

Chen Qing was unaware of Chen Yimou's thoughts. He was well aware of the importance of the National Day celebrations, but he was also absolutely confident that nothing would go wrong. So why waste time staying at the venue? Wouldn't it be better to go back to the hotel and see his beautiful wife and the baby in her belly?
Inside the hotel, Zhao Xiaogu opened the door after hearing a knock. She was slightly taken aback when she saw Chen Qing at the door and asked in confusion, "Brother Chen, weren't you supposed to be rehearsing tonight? Why are you back so soon?"

"The rehearsal is already over! We just need to go through it two or three times, so I came back to be with you." Chen Qing answered Zhao Xiaogu's question as she walked into the room. She was taken aback when she saw the person on the sofa, then smiled and greeted her, "Shishi, what are you doing here?"

"Good evening, Brother Chen!" Liu Shishi greeted Chen Qing with a smile, and then replied, "Brother Chen, my home is in Beijing! I knew you were coming to Beijing today, so I came over since I had the day off these past two days."

There was actually one more thing Liu Shishi hadn't mentioned. This time when she came back, her parents were urging her to find a boyfriend again. Moreover, they somehow found some photos of her and Chen Qing together, and as soon as she got home, they interrogated her about whether she had secretly gotten a boyfriend and insisted that she bring Chen Qing back with her.

Although she wanted to answer yes in her heart and wanted to bring Chen Qing home to meet her parents, was it even possible? Chen Qing was Zhao Xiaogu's legal husband, and their marriage registration had even become a trending topic. However, no matter how she explained, her parents wouldn't listen.

In the end, she had no choice but to flee overnight to seek refuge. However, thinking about the photos her parents had shown her, Liu Shishi felt a little happy. The two of them looked very much like a married couple, no wonder her parents suspected their relationship.

"Oh, I see! That's perfect, you sisters can get together these next couple of days. I was worried that Xiao Gu would be bored staying in the hotel all by herself!"

Hearing Liu Shishi's words, Chen Qing felt relieved. He knew that Zhao Xiaogu would definitely find a chance to sneak out during the day when he went to the venue. With someone else by his side to take care of him, he could rehearse with peace of mind.

"Don't worry, Brother Chen, just go to the rehearsal! I'll take good care of Xiao Gu and my goddaughter." Liu Shishi assured him confidently, knowing which places in Beijing were convenient for sightseeing.

Chen Qing naturally trusted Liu Shishi, especially since she was one of Little Snowball's godmothers. After a quick wash, Chen Qing didn't disturb the two women's conversation and instead lay on the bed with his phone, watching videos.

"Brother Chen, let's go out for a late-night snack! Shishi said a new snack shop opened up here, and they have lots of local specialties. Let's go try it!"

When women chat, they usually talk about clothes and food. Because Chen Qing was there, the two women were a bit more restrained in their gossip. Obviously, Zhao Xiaogu, the foodie, was tempted again.

"You ate a lot of barbecue and seafood last night, are you sure your stomach is okay?"

Because of the tight schedule, Chen Qing hadn't yet prepared the medicine for Zhao Xiaogu. He had originally planned to use the hotel kitchen to prepare the medicine later when he was resting, but unexpectedly, Zhao Xiaogu suddenly had the urge to have a big meal.

"I've already had some. This afternoon, when you went to the rehearsal venue, Brother Chen, I asked the waiter to make me a bowl, so it won't be a problem for me to have a big meal now. Besides, I'll just have a little bit, Brother Chen, don't worry." Hearing Zhao Xiaogu's words, Chen Qing nodded. If that was the case, then he didn't mind. Besides, with him there, there shouldn't be any accidents. It's rare for her to be out, so let her eat to her heart's content! When she goes back, she'll be restricted by Sister Chen and won't be able to eat anything.

Besides, Liu Shishi is still here, so we should give her some face.

"Alright then! Let's go check out what local delicacies they have over there. Shishi, did you drive here?" Chen Qing turned to ask Liu Shishi.

"Yes! I drove here, so I don't need to call another car."

After putting on masks and making simple disguises, the three of them took the elevator down to the hotel's underground parking lot and quickly arrived at the store under Liu Shishi's guidance.

Are there any private rooms available?

"Ah! Who are you?"

Although all three were wearing masks, the waiter recognized them during their face-to-face conversation, and his face was full of excitement.

"Shh! Don't get excited, we came secretly, don't let anyone know," Liu Shishi hurriedly whispered to the waiter.

"Yes, yes! Okay, I'm your fan. I especially like Brother Chen. I never thought I'd finally meet him in person today."

Seeing that the other person was a fan, Chen Qing smiled and nodded, "Thank you. We'll sign autographs for you later. Do you have any private rooms available?"

"Brother Chen, please wait a moment. I'll go ask the manager and make arrangements right away. I'll be right back."

The three girls found the quick-moving girl adorable, especially Liu Shishi and Zhao Xiaogu, who were already used to it; fans always react this way when they encounter their idols.

Upon receiving the news, the store manager immediately arranged for the three to sit down. After all, these three were incredibly popular, and having them take photos of their store later would be a form of advertising for the store, something that online celebrities couldn't match, and importantly, it was free.

If he still can't get such a great deal by exchanging a private room reservation for a private room, then the shop might as well close down.

"Brother Chen, Xiao Gu, take a look at the menu and order whatever you like. This meal is on me," Liu Shishi said, handing the menu to the two of them.

"Don't worry, I won't hold back. I'll definitely eat my fill since I'm not restricted."

"You're too kind?" Zhao Xiaogu said that the word didn't exist in her sisters' dictionary. Besides, Liu Shishi was her daughter's godmother. How could she not eat more after her biological mother worked so hard?

(End of this chapter)