Divas Hit the Road 5: My eye-catching bag has my older sister going crazy for me.

"Young Master Cheng, Chen Ran has attracted attention, and his reaction is exactly as you predicted," the man in black reported in a low voice.

Cheng Zhou's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile. "The real show is yet to come. I want to see just how much power this Chen Ran has up his sleeve."

The next day, Chen Ran received an anonymous email containing detailed information about his past, which had been deliberately erased. As he watched those long-buried memories gradually become clearer, his heart was filled with turmoil.

"It seems it's time to uncover the truth behind all this," Chen Ran muttered to himself, his eyes flashing with a determined and sharp light.

That evening, Chen Ran arrived at a private club as agreed, only to find Cheng Zhou already waiting for him. The two sat facing each other, the atmosphere slightly tense.

“Chen Ran, we have some scores to settle.” Cheng Zhou put down his wine glass and looked directly into Chen Ran’s eyes.

Chen Ran smiled calmly, raised his glass in response, "I've been waiting for this day for a long time, Cheng Zhou. But before that, I hope you can tell me who you really are, and why you're pressing me so relentlessly?"

A complex emotion flashed in Cheng Zhou's eyes, but he did not answer directly. Instead, he (Li Qianzhao) asked in return, "What do you think you fear most when you stand at the top?"

Chen Ran narrowed his eyes slightly and answered without hesitation: "What I fear most is not falling to the bottom, but losing my original aspirations."

As the words fell, their eyes met in mid-air, sparks flying. This night was destined to be a new beginning, or perhaps the prelude to settling old scores.

Back home, Chen Ran's conspicuous bag system suddenly activated again, and Chen Ran rubbed his forehead, silently suffering.

Chapter 151: The Host's Fate is Set

"The system has detected a new enemy facing the host, and the host's fate is sealed. Do you wish to retaliate?"

ha?.

Could the new enemy the system mentioned be Reba's cousin, Cheng Zhou?

Besides, am I really that weak?

Just then, the system's voice sounded again, "Based on the existing data, it is inferred that Cheng Zhou is closely related to the challenges you are currently facing, and the host needs to deal with it with caution."

Chen Ran remained silent. Just then, Dilraba called again, and the two arranged to have dinner together at a restaurant.

The following day, the film set of "Counterattack" was bustling with activity. The extras whispered among themselves, filled with anticipation for Chen Ran's upcoming scenes.

"Have you heard? Today we're filming a major scene where Chen Ran confronts his business rivals head-on!" an extra whispered excitedly.

"Of course! Chen Ran is a tough guy both on and off screen. This showdown is sure to be explosive!" another extra chimed in, his eyes full of admiration for Chen Ran.

With the director's command, the camera began rolling, and Chen Ran's character engaged in a fierce confrontation with his opponent. His gaze was firm, his words sharp, and every counterattack was perfectly timed, drawing the entire audience into a tense standoff. When Chen Ran uttered the resounding line, "The business world is like a battlefield, and I am never afraid of challenges," the crowd erupted in enthusiastic applause and cheers.

During a break in filming, Chen Ran sat down and looked through the anonymous email. The information in the document was like a sharp sword, pointing directly at his past wounds. However, he was not swayed by it; instead, it strengthened his resolve.

As evening fell, Chen Ran entered the agreed-upon restaurant, where Reba was already waiting. Seeing Chen Ran enter, Reba asked with concern, "You seem a little unusual today. Is something wrong in Chengzhou again?"

Chen Ran smiled and shook his head. "Things are complicated, but I have my own way of dealing with them." Then, he told Reba about the anonymous emails and his suspicions about Cheng Zhou.

Dilraba's expression changed slightly after hearing this, "My cousin... I always thought he genuinely wanted to help you."

Chen Ran patted Reba's hand and comforted her, "People's hearts are unpredictable, but the truth will always come to light. Tonight, I'm going to see someone who might be able to unravel some mysteries."

Late at night, Chen Ran arrived alone at a low-key and mysterious bar, where a middle-aged man dressed in black was already waiting. Chen Ran recognized him at a glance; it was the same man in black who had been with Cheng Zhou.

"What do you want from me?" Chen Ran asked bluntly.

The man in black smirked coldly. "Chen Ran, you are indeed clever. Let me tell you the truth, Young Master Cheng has always seen you as a potential threat, and your rise has made him uneasy."

Instead of getting angry, Chen Ran laughed, "Then let him try. I, Chen Ran, am not so easily defeated."

The man in black took a document out of his pocket and pushed it in front of Chen Ran. "This information is enough for you to see Cheng Zhou's true colors. As for how you use it, that's up to you."

Chen Ran opened the file, and its contents left him speechless. It turned out that Cheng Zhou was hiding a much larger conspiracy, and all of this was inextricably linked to his deliberately erased memories.

"It seems this game has only just begun." Chen Ran closed the file, his gaze deep and resolute.

Chapter 152: Taking a few skilled brothers to provide support

On the other side of the film studio, Dilraba was walking happily home from get off work, soothing music playing on her phone. Suddenly, four fierce-looking men rushed out of a dark alley, startling passersby who scattered in panic. Before Dilraba could react, a strong wave of dizziness washed over her, and she instantly lost consciousness.

Meanwhile, inside the bar, Chen Ran stared intently at the documents in his hand, already having made his decision. His cold gaze, sharp as a sword, fixed on the man in black: "Since Cheng Zhou wants to play, then I'll play along to the end. But before that, I need to ensure the safety of those around me."

The man in black paused for a moment, then regained his composure: "Chen Ran, don't worry, Young Master Cheng has no ill intentions towards Dilraba; she's just being used as a bargaining chip."

Chen Ran sneered, put down the file, and said firmly, "If anything happens to her, she will bear the consequences." With that, he turned and left, deciding to go find Reba immediately.

Inside an abandoned warehouse outside the film studio, Dilraba slowly awoke to find herself tied to a dilapidated chair in complete darkness. She struggled to remain calm and tried to break free.

At this moment, Cheng Zhou's voice came from the darkness: "Reba, I'm sorry to invite you here in this way. I just want you to see Chen Ran's true colors. He is not someone you can entrust your life to."

Reba responded angrily and worriedly, "Cousin, what exactly are you trying to do? How could Chen Ran be the kind of person you describe!"

"The truth will be revealed soon, but before that, let me show you this good show." Cheng Zhou smiled coldly, and the lights in the warehouse suddenly turned on, and a television screen appeared in Dilraba's sight. The scene was the filming location of the movie "Counterattack", where Chen Ran was having a fierce battle with his business rival.

The onlookers, mostly extras, were buzzing with discussion. One exclaimed, "Look at Chen Ran's aura! It's like he's really turning the tide in the business world!" Another extra chimed in, "Yes, his composure under pressure is truly admirable!"

At this moment, Chen Ran's gaze on the screen grew increasingly sharp, as if he sensed something unusual was about to happen. The determination and resilience he displayed in the drama moved Dilraba, who was watching on television.

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The scene shifts back to the warehouse, where Cheng Zhou looks at Chen Ran on the screen with a cold smile: "Chen Ran, let's see if you can stage a perfect comeback in real life."

After filming wrapped, Chen Ran received an anonymous text message informing him that Dilraba had been taken away by Cheng Zhou. Enraged, he rushed to the designated location and contacted the film crew's martial arts instructor for assistance.

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"Brother Chen Ran, what do you need me to do?" The martial arts instructor answered the phone, his voice tense and resolute.

"Help me find Reba, and I'll deal with Cheng Zhou." Chen Ran's words revealed unwavering determination.

Outside the film studio, Chen Ran drove at breakneck speed, his heart filled with worry for Reba's safety. He gripped the steering wheel tightly, his eyes resolute, as if he could see Reba, who had been kidnapped by Cheng Zhou, through the night.

"Martial arts instructor, any progress on your end?" Chen Ran asked his partner via Bluetooth headset while driving.

"We've located the abandoned warehouse. I'll bring a few skilled brothers to support you." The martial arts instructor's concise and powerful reply reassured Chen Ran somewhat.

Chapter 153: Ready to Act at Any Time

Upon arriving near the warehouse, Chen Ran quietly got out of the car and observed his surroundings. Not far away, several extras from the film crew were resting. Upon seeing Chen Ran, they began to whisper among themselves.

"Isn't that Brother Chen Ran? Why is he still here so late?"

"I heard his girlfriend was kidnapped. Wow, that's quite a big deal."

"Look at his eyes, they're like a beast ready to pounce! '587' truly lives up to his reputation as a tough guy!"

Hearing these comments, Chen Ran smiled slightly, knowing that his image at that moment perfectly matched the public's expectations of a hero. He took a deep breath and silently approached the warehouse.

Inside the warehouse, Cheng Zhou looked at Chen Ran's resolute eyes on the television screen, his smile growing colder: "Chen Ran, the way you're willing to do anything for her is truly admirable."

Reba struggled to get up, angrily questioning, "Cousin, what you're doing only makes me see Chen Ran's goodness more clearly! He's the one who truly cares for me!"

Cheng Zhou ignored Reba's protests and instead turned to the television screen, pressed the call button, and connected the phone to a speaker in the warehouse.

"Chen Ran, now that you're here, let's have a good talk." Cheng Zhou's voice echoed in the warehouse.

Chen Ran peeked through the crack in the window and saw Reba tied to a chair. His heart tightened, but he remained calm on the surface: "Cheng Zhou, release Reba. We'll settle our score one-on-one."

"Alright, Chen Ran, I like your confident demeanor," Cheng Zhou said sinisterly. "But before that, I need to show you something."

As he spoke, Cheng Zhou started playing a video. The video showed Chen Ran's memories that had been deliberately erased, which involved a business conspiracy and family feuds.

Chen Ran was deeply shocked when he saw the video, but he quickly composed himself and responded into the speaker: "No matter what happened in the past, I, Chen Ran, never run away. Now, all I want is for you to play Dilraba."

“Okay, but you have to agree to one condition.” Cheng Zhou smiled slyly. “Three days from now, we will have a public showdown. If you lose, you will not only have to hand over all your shares, but you will also have to leave Reba.”

A resolute glint flashed in Chen Ran's eyes: "Fine, I promise you... But if you dare to lay a finger on Reba, I guarantee you'll regret ever being born."

Meanwhile, the martial arts instructor outside the warehouse led his team to quietly approach, preparing to create an opportunity for Chen Ran to rescue Reba.

"Brother Chen Ran, we're in position and ready to move at any time," the martial arts instructor announced in a low voice.

Chen Ran nodded slightly. He knew that the moment of the decisive battle was approaching. This duel concerning truth, love, and dignity would be another climax in his life.

"Chengzhou, we'll meet at the summit in three days," Chen Ran said in a deep voice, then hung up the call.

Inside the warehouse, Cheng Zhou seemed to sense something and suddenly turned to look out the window, only to catch a blurry figure in the darkness and the sound of an engine gradually fading away.

After Chen Ran hung up the call, the martial arts instructor quickly led the team to devise a rescue plan. He whispered to Chen Ran through the walkie-talkie, "Brother Chen Ran, we have planned the route and can ensure that Reba is rescued safely in the shortest possible time."

"Very good. Remember, try not to harm the innocent," Chen Ran replied in a deep voice, his eyes firm and resolute.

Chapter 154: One-on-One Challenge with Cheng Zhou

Inside the warehouse, Cheng Zhou seemed to sense the commotion outside and gave a sinister smile: "Chen Ran, you really came prepared. But do you think you can take her away so easily?"

The video continued to play, and those long-forgotten memories gave Chen Ran a completely new understanding of the past, but at this moment he had no time to think about it, and everything was for Reba's safety.

"Cousin, doing this will only make me hate you more!" Reba's voice was full of anger and determination. She struggled to break free from the restraints, but this only made Cheng Zhou more nervous.

"Hate me? Reba, everything I did was for the family, for our common interests." Cheng Zhou looked at Chen Ran's figure on the TV screen, a hint of jealousy flashing in his eyes. "If it were him, what could he do for you?"

“At least he wouldn’t resort to such despicable means!” Reba retorted, her gaze fixed firmly on the window, as if she could see Chen Ran’s resolute face through the darkness.

Outside the warehouse, Chen Ran clenched his fists. He knew that the upcoming showdown was not just a personal grudge, but also a matter of truth, justice, and protecting Dilraba. He whispered to the martial arts instructor, "Wait for my signal. As soon as there's an opportunity, act immediately."

Meanwhile, the extras near the warehouse were whispering amongst themselves, drawn by the sudden tension, discussing Chen Ran's heroic actions.

"Did you guys see that? Brother Chen Ran is really going to rescue someone all by himself!"