Who is Xiao Qitang?
Second Young Master Xiao—the golden boy, the child everyone called "the perfect kid" growing up.
But he didn't walk the same path as Ye Yunjin.
Ye Yunjin's path only got more and more straight-laced.
Xiao Qitang's path, on the other hand, got more and more crooked, because he felt everything was too easy, nothing gave him a sense of accomplishment, so he dropped out of college and went into the entertainment industry instead.
Now he's a well-known singer in the industry, specializing in love songs.
Every time he dates a girlfriend, he writes her a song.
Zhu Liuyue actually only dated him for a week.
Why?
Because there was a bet among the girls in her social circle—to see if anyone could get Xiao Qitang to write them a song.
Zhu Liuyue declared boldly, "That's easy!"
So she launched a dramatic pursuit. Wherever Xiao Qitang held a concert, she was always front-row, first seat.
Under her relentless persistence, Xiao Qitang caved pretty quickly.
The first thing Zhu Liuyue said wasn't "Will you be my boyfriend?" but "Can you write me a song?"
Xiao Qitang was stunned.
Later.
The song was finished.
And they broke up.
Zhu Liuyue was the one who initiated it.
Because of this, Xiao Qitang was thoroughly mocked by his social circle and many friends in the entertainment industry!
They said, "There you go, showing off your talent, writing songs for your girlfriends—karma's a bch!"
Now here came a girl who was only after the song.
So running into each other today? Talk about a narrow escape from a bitter enemy.
(Xiao has had three or four relationships—body pure, heart not. Whether he makes it to the main table is up to you guys; probably not. He plays the role of a plot device.)
"HAHAHAHAHA..." The shop owner, Xiao Wai, laughed extremely awkwardly.
He wished he could turn back time and go back to half a day earlier to slam his own pig head against a wall.
Oh god!
Ex-boyfriend, ex-girlfriend, and the ex-girlfriend's fiancé.
How could you have set up this gathering?
Just kill yourself, Xiao Wai.
Xiao Wai wanted to cry, but he could only mask it with an awkward smile, laughing until he couldn't even force the sound anymore.
Ye Yunjin's gaze turned a little dark as he shot a glance at the opposite corner.
He'd heard vague rumors.
After all, she was his fiancée, and some friends had mentioned it to him before the engagement.
Back then, Zhu Liuyue had chased Xiao Qitang with all that spectacle.
At the time, Ye Yunjin didn't care. Just a young girl—who hasn't been young? It's normal, as long as she comes home.
But now his feelings were different. He wanted to destroy Xiao Qitang.
And Ye Yunche was completely absorbed in racing, indifferent to gossip in his circle.
He was the only innocent one in the room who knew nothing.
He even smiled and waved, saying warmly:
"Everyone's here, so how about we introduce ourselves?"
"I'm Ye Yunche, just call me Yunche."
Xiao Wai shot him a grateful look and took over smoothly:
"I'm Xiao Wai, the shop owner here, and your DM for today."
(DM: Script murder game host.)
The others introduced themselves one by one.
Zhao family's boy: "I'm Zhao Wen, just call me by my full name."
The two new girls.
A short-haired girl said, "I'm Zhao Xin, Zhao Wen's cousin."
Another girl with shoulder-length hair looked nervous, glanced around, and said softly, "I'm Tan Zhi, Zhao Xin's best friend."
So far, everything seemed normal.
Zhu Liuyue spoke up naturally: "Zhu Liuyue, you can call me Liuyue or Xiaoyue."
The introductions went around.
Next in line was Xiao Qitang.
He hadn't looked at Zhu Liuyue the entire time today.
But the moment he opened his mouth, he dropped a bomb.
"Hello everyone, I'm Zhu Liuyue's ex-boyfriend—Xiao Qitang."
The atmosphere in the room shifted instantly.
Even Ye Yunche, who had been completely oblivious, widened his eyes like copper bells.
What?
Ex-boyfriend?
What kind of dirty thing is that?
Just as the tension hung in the air, Ye Yunjin suddenly spoke.
His gaze swept over Xiao Qitang lightly.
Like sweeping past air.
His tone was steady and even.
"I'm Ye Yunjin, Liuyue's fiancé. First time playing a script murder game. Nice to meet you all."
Fiancé vs. ex-boyfriend.
Absolute kill shot!
Xiao Qitang's expression deflated immediately.
His narrow, slightly upturned eyes glanced over at Zhu Liuyue.
"This is your fiancé?" His tone was full of provocation.
Zhu Liuyue finally looked at him.
"So what?"
Xiao Qitang curled the corner of his mouth, full of disdain, and let out a light snort. Slowly, he said, "Can he write you a song?"
Zhu Liuyue just thought this man was being ridiculous.
Ye Yunjin wasn't a singer, why would he write songs?
She replied, "No, he can't."
In the distance, Ye Yunjin gritted his teeth, thinking: Dammit! Why can't he write songs? Should I have my assistant set up a masterclass with a music professor when I get back?
Xiao Qitang's lips curved upward slightly, and he said one word: "Oh."
He thought he'd won.
But Zhu Liuyue's next sentence made him feel like a complete fool.
"He can't write songs, that's exactly why I'm engaged to him. I want a fiancé, not a Songwriting Robot."
Songwriting Robot?
Songwriting Robot!
Xiao Qitang's little heart suffered a devastating blow once again.
So in Zhu Liuyue's eyes, he was just a Songwriting Robot?
Huh?
Is that even fair?
That's way too cruel!
Xiao Qitang's whole body trembled with anger.
Zhao Wen noticed and couldn't help saying:
"Liuyue, that's too heartless. At least my cousin is your ex-boyfriend."
Xiao Qitang wanted to wave him off—hey, little brother, if you can't talk, maybe just don't.
That just makes it more embarrassing!
Seeing Zhao Wen jump in, Zhu Qi immediately stepped up to protect his sister.
He retorted:
"Exactly, he's already a former boyfriend—that's being generous. And hey, my real brother-in-law Yunjin is right here. Watch your words!"
Ye Yunjin looked at Zhu Qi with approval.
Good little brother.
Ye Yunche curled his lips, thinking: Brat, how come I don't count as a real brother-in-law?
Just as the battle was about to erupt.
The shop owner Xiao Wai was panicking, panicking, panicking.
He never imagined he'd encounter such a bloody battlefield.
Xiao Qitang slammed the table, stood up, and strode out.
Zhao Wen thought his cousin was angry and was about to chase after him, but Xiao Qitang only went to get a peach soda from the vending machine outside.
Carrying the frosty, condensation-covered drink, he walked back in.
He placed the peach soda in front of Zhu Liuyue, his tone casual but with a hint of showing off.
"I remember this was your favorite. Taste still the same?"
Bro.
Seriously.
You're talking like you guys dated for seven years, not seven days.
Zhu Liuyue nodded, took the drink, opened it, and took a sip.
Then said,
"Thanks. How much? I'll transfer you later."
Xiao Qitang finally smiled. "No need, it's just pocket change, don't bother."
Zhu Liuyue smiled sweetly too. "Oh, I was just being polite—I wasn't actually going to transfer. Besides, I already deleted you."
Xiao Qitang's cool facade instantly crumbled.
Clenching his teeth in frustration.
"I know! No need to remind me."
