Hong Kong variety show: Beauty and Bones

"Long Qi, the overlord of Shanghai, is known for his arrogance, dominance, straightforwardness, and strong sense of justice.

He would not hesitate to intervene in things he did not like, and he would ruthlessly attack people he did not like.

As he often said, "Some people just have to be beaten." In Shanghai, no one could last more than a cigarette in his hand.

Niu Sanguang told the people sitting around him about Long Qi, spit flying and looking inexplicably excited.

"In terms of physique, he is very handsome and dashing. In terms of financial resources, he is extremely wealthy. In terms of martial arts, no one in Shanghai can last more than ten moves from him!"

"Long Qi is my idol!"

The way Long Qi smoked, every time he turned around, his casual behavior, and even his unique accent exuded an invisible sense of oppression.

Whether male or female, this man will eat them up. As a gangster, he has a youthful temperament and sometimes even looks very cute.

"Long Qi belongs to Shanghai, Shanghai needs him!"

After saying this summary, Niu Sanguang picked up the water and took a sip.

"You little girls can't resist the charm of men like this," Niu Sanguang said, noticing that Yinyin was listening intently. "Heroes always go to the land of beauties!"

Before Yinyin could say anything, Tieju was already furious, "What are you talking about?"

Niu Sanguang looked at her innocently and said, "What did I say? It's just a quick chat!"

At this moment, Yin Yin suddenly laughed and said, "Brother Niu, I think you are more attracted to Long Qi than to women!"

Hearing this, everyone around was stunned.

Yin Yin continued, "Look at the fanatical admiration in your tone. You almost want to use all the beautiful adjectives to describe him."

"If you were a woman, I think, tsk tsk tsk, you might become the legendary 'sister-in-law'!"

After saying that, Yinyin couldn't help laughing.

"Haha, that's right!" Everyone finally reacted and burst into laughter.

Someone laughed and echoed, "I've said it before, Niu Sanguang always mentions Long Qi to everyone he meets, so he definitely has other ulterior motives."

For a moment, the whole scene was filled with laughter.

"Oh my, what a pity! Long Qi is not interested in Niu Sanguang!" someone said with regret.

"If Niu Sanguang were a woman, there might be a chance..." another person continued.

"Bah! If he were a woman, I wouldn't want him even if he was given to me, let alone the overlord of Shanghai." Another person laughed.

"Wow, you're so mean!" The others laughed.

"Then it's up to you!"

"No, no..." Everyone was laughing and teasing each other, and the atmosphere was very joyful.

Niu Sanguang, who was teased, was not angry. Instead, he smiled and said, "As long as Long Qi is willing to accept me, I will go through fire and water for him, without hesitation!"

Hearing Niu Sanguang say this, everyone burst into laughter. The whole scene was filled with a relaxed and happy atmosphere.

……

Three months later

Ping'an Alley is located on the edge of the concession, with old Shikumen buildings on both sides. The walls are covered with moss, making it look a bit gloomy.

The ground of the alley is paved with stone slabs. Due to their age, the stone slabs have become uneven and make a "crunching" sound when walking on them.

In the corners of the alley, there are some old furniture and sundries piled up, making people feel even more crowded and messy.

Although the environment here is poor, the residents still live comfortably.

They put a small table at the door and ate and chatted while the children ran and played in the alley, their laughter echoing throughout the alley.

Although they live at the bottom of society in this prosperous city, they still maintain an optimistic and strong attitude.

Chen Chuchu hasn't been back here for a long time, the place where she has lived for more than ten years.

As I walked and looked around, the scene did not change, it was still so dilapidated and messy.

People passing by looked at the fashionable girl with exquisite dress and curly shawl in surprise.

An old neighbor took a closer look and asked uncertainly, "Is it Chuchu from the Chen family?"

Chen Chuchu nodded. "It's me, Grandma Li. How are you?"

"Okay, I'm fine!" Grandma Li didn't expect that the spoiled and willful Chen Chuchu of the past has changed so much now. "You should go back soon. Your home... Alas!"

Chen Chuchu nodded to the other neighbors as a greeting.

She quickened her pace, leaving those looks and comments behind.

"What a sin!"

"I heard she was a dancer in some third heaven..."

"Old Chen is such a serious person who cares about his reputation, but..."

"Hey, stop talking, it's time to go back and cook!"

"Let's go together!"

Gossip about other people’s families should be forgotten once it’s said. Your own family’s life is the most important.

……

Chen Chuchu stood at the door of her house, pushing open the familiar yet unfamiliar door with slightly trembling hands.

The moment I stepped into the yard, a bleak wind blew in my face, bringing a hint of coolness and endless sadness.

There were still some paper money left in the yard that had not been swept away. They were like fragments of forgotten memories, scattered on the ground.

Looking at the paper money, an uncontrollable sadness surged in Chen Chuchu's heart, and her heart seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible hand.

She finally understood that the stubborn and cruel old father would never appear in this family again, and the father-daughter relationship between them was completely broken with his departure.

If you say you're breaking off relations, then there will really be no contact anymore. How cruel and ruthless!

Just as she was immersed in sorrow, the door opened gently and Yinyin walked out of the room holding a bowl of hot medicine.

When she looked up and saw Chen Chuchu standing in the yard, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

"You're here?" Yin Yin pursed her lips and said in a low voice, "Mom is sick, come in and see her!"

Hearing this, Chen Chuchu's body shook violently and she almost fell to the ground. She widened her eyes and asked in disbelief, "How could she be sick?"

Yinyin lowered her eyes and replied calmly, "After Dad passed away, Mom took care of his funeral. She felt like she had lost her soul, and she had no energy or spirit left!"

Chen Chuchu heard this and tears welled up in her eyes like a flood. She bit her lips tightly, trying hard not to cry, but the grief in her heart made her shoulders tremble constantly.

"It's all my fault..." Chen Chuchu muttered to herself, her voice full of self-blame and regret.

As she spoke, she quickened her pace and walked towards the main room. Each step seemed so heavy, as if she was carrying an unbearable weight.

Yinyin didn't follow her in, but went to the kitchen with the medicine bowl.

She washed the dishes, put them back in the cupboard, and sat on the stove by the fire in a daze.

After Yinyin got her high school diploma, Chen's father's tense heartstrings finally relaxed. He felt that he had completed an important mission and his mood became much more relaxed.

However, this relief did not last long as his body had reached its limit.

On that night, Chen's father passed away quietly, like a shooting star across the night sky and fell silently.

The passing of Chen's father was undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Chen family.

The family lost its pillar, and it felt as if the sky had fallen. Everyone was plunged into deep sorrow. They could not accept this reality, and their hearts were filled with endless sorrow and pain.