Something happened. This is not going to be bloody.

After Zhou Leng listened to her boss' nonsense literature, she politely replied:

"It's just a small show. I didn't think it would have much influence. Boss, what do you want to talk to me about?"

The boss laughed awkwardly and then said:

"I was thinking about whether I could edit your performance on the show into a video and then hang it in the studio lobby. This would attract more customers and increase your income, so it would be a win-win situation. What do you think?"

Zhou Leng refused:

"Boss, thank you for your care during this period. I don't really agree with what you said, and I was just about to tell you that I'm going out to collect folk songs, and I may not be able to work part-time in the store for half a year. In fact, many people who have been here have seen me. Even if I'm not in the store, this is where I used to work, and people who are interested will come to take a look. Boss, let me say something flattering, this is also my return for your care for me."

As an unknown studio photographer, just let her continue to be ordinary while being busy.

Before the show started, the director gave each guest a big red envelope to express his gratitude. Zhou Leng was not short of money for the time being, so she wanted to go out for a walk.

Because of Zhou Leng's refusal, the owner of the dream photo studio said with regret:

"Dandan, you're going to be away for half a year, and the popularity will fade. By then, no one will necessarily know you. This is a good opportunity to make money. Have you cooperated with other photo studios? If you think the price is not suitable, we can discuss it."

Zhou Leng replied:

"Although I am not an artist, as long as I have enough food and clothes, I don't ask for anything else. As long as I can go further in photography, it will be fine. If I work frequently now, I am afraid that I will be fixed in this framework. I want to go further."

The boss smiled and said:

"Okay then, I wish you a bright future."

Although he said this, he didn't care in his heart. The boss thought that Zhou Leng might have signed a contract with another photo studio. What the boss wanted was to seize the immediate benefits. As for Zhou Leng's personal development, he didn't care.

Zhou Leng said:

"Boss, I'll get busy now. I'll report to the finance department after I finish the work at hand."

The boss nodded politely. Even though they didn't want to continue the cooperation, he couldn't offend him.

Zhou Leng finished retouching all the samples in his hands, handed over the work, packed up his things and left the studio.

I returned to the rental house in the evening, and it was a rare opportunity for the two roommates to meet each other.

Xu Xiaoyan was wearing pajamas and applying a facial mask on the sofa, enjoying her rare leisure time. The sound of the door opening reached her ears. She turned her head and saw that it was her roommate who came back. She greeted:

"Dandan is back? It's rare that you didn't work overtime today?"

Zhou Leng put down his things and replied:

"I'm so tired. Come back early and have a rest." She changed into pajamas and followed his example by lying on the sofa. She said, "I plan to go out for some folk music, so I can go home for the New Year. We may have to wait until after the New Year to see each other again."

Xu Xiaoyan said enviously:

"You are a freelancer now. This is so comfortable. Let's see you after the New Year. It would be great for anyone to find a roommate like you."

Before Zhou Leng could speak, the other party said:

"I watched a trailer for a documentary today, and I saw you in it. Are you going to be on the show?"

Zhou Leng turned her head to look at Xu Xiaoyan who had her eyes closed. She said jokingly:

"You're not busy enough, so you still have time to watch the trailer?"

Xu Xiaoyan replied: "Haha, I just took a quick look. Tell me, is it you?"

Zhou Leng replied in the tune of Little Nezha: "It's me, it's me, it's me, your friend Xiao Dandan."

"Ha ha ha ha."

Xu Xiaoyan burst into laughter.

Knowing that Lu Dandan was going on a long journey alone, Xu Xiaoyan prepared a lot of necessary medicines when she came back the next night. She sorted them into different categories and also wrote down the usage instructions and precautions.

Zhou Leng naturally thanked the other party and then prepared a big meal to express his gratitude.

Three days later, Zhou Leng, who had prepared everything, embarked on a long journey. This time she just rode a bicycle all the way north. She followed her own route and would arrive home before the New Year.

Far away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the gossips, I am alone with an off-road bicycle, with a tent, sleeping bag and other equipment, as well as food and water tied to the rear rack.

Freedom may be to go with the wind.

****

The documentary has begun to be broadcast in installments. It was originally just an online variety show, but because of its excellent production and bizarre experience, the documentary was introduced by the national TV station. The huge number of viewers made all the guests popular.

Ai Jia and Fan Xing, who were already internet celebrities, gained followers quickly, and the two people they mentioned the most during the live broadcast were Lu Zhanhao and Lu Dandan.

Lu Zhanhao is a second-generation military man. His father is a professor at a military academy, and he is also a retired special forces soldier. Because of his handsome appearance, his fans have exceeded one million. However, he rarely posts status updates and has not used this opportunity to make money.

When netizens are excited, they want to see someone's updates, but after Lu Dandan returned to China, she only posted one record and never updated again.

Zhou Leng, who originally wanted to manage her fans well, has forgotten about social software as she was enjoying the scenery and passing by. She just takes pictures and records every day.

Netizens spontaneously came up with a topic called "Looking for Lu Dandan".

After half a month, Lu Dandan was not found, but her love rival, relatives and former colleagues were found.

It turned out that because of the popularity of the documentary and Lu Dandan's mysterious disappearance, when everyone was paying unlimited attention to Lu Dandan, someone registered an account by taking advantage of her popularity.

One of them was Chen Hong. She started a live broadcast and said that she knew Lu Dandan, and talked about the relationship between Lu Dandan and her family. In fact, she wanted to throw dirty water and say that Dandan was a mistress, but her husband was still in prison, and she was afraid that the other party would sue her, so she just stated the truth and then played the victim.

During the live broadcast, Chen Hong said that her husband was wrong and sorry to Lu Dandan, but her husband had already been punished. Now she had a hard time raising two children alone. After attracting a wave of fans, she started to sell goods.

Some people with a very kind heart gave her gifts, sympathized with her and supported her.

Another person who registered an account was Lu Dandan’s mother Huang Juan. After hearing her son say that her daughter had become famous, she registered the account at the instigation of her son Lu Changhao.

Huang Juan also started live streaming, taking out the few things belonging to her daughter at home, and telling some interesting stories about Dandan's childhood. Many people also gave her tips.

Although reporter Chu Xin failed to contact Zhou Leng, she rehashed the past and posted photos of the two of them and the fact that they went to an interview together on her social media account.

Zhou Leng was resting on the side of the road when his phone rang. The caller ID showed it was Ai Jia.

After the call was connected, the woman asked unhappily:

"Dandan, where the hell have you been? I couldn't get through to you when I called you recently."

Zhou Leng replied:

"I went to collect folk songs. I went into the mountains a few days ago. Maybe the signal is not good. Didn't I say last time that I planned to ride a bicycle back to my hometown and record the scenery along the way?"

Aijia was speechless and rolled her eyes in her workshop.