Fu Bing watched the momentarily stagnant barrage of messages.
"My mother died six months before I was released from prison, and she had many unfulfilled last wishes. My main focus now is to complete the journeys she never got to take, and I also want to understand my mother better. I’m not sure how long it will take to accomplish this.
"When I have finished, I will inform everyone immediately."
The barrage of messages then scrolled by:
"Our condolences, Sister Bing!"
"Our condolences, Sister Bing!"
"Sister Bing, we understand. Take your time to do what you need to do. We’ll be waiting for you when you come back."
"Thank you all," Fu Bing continued. "In addition, I will be making some investments behind the scenes. I remember many of you had excellent scripts that never had the chance to be developed into real film productions. I hope I can contribute a little to the film industry and bring these good works closer to everyone’s view.
"I will also keep everyone updated on specific details and progress regularly so that you can stay informed.
"Moreover, I currently have another role as a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. I am inexperienced and can’t do much, but I am willing to offer a platform for those outstanding and genuinely passionate seniors and juniors in traditional Chinese medicine. I also want to provide a reliable platform for everyone to access reputable traditional Chinese medicine, helping everyone to have a correct and positive awareness and a source for medical advice."
「On the high-speed train.」
Lu Yuan was so excited that he trembled all over.
Traditional Chinese medicine had been heavily criticized by detractors over the years. Many people didn’t understand it. For some illnesses, traditional Chinese medicine could offer a cure for just a few dollars, yet patients and their families would insist on spending thousands, even tens of thousands, at hospitals, often without a guaranteed cure. Over the years, it wasn’t that no one had tried to stand up and make a difference; they had all eventually given up due to conflicts over the distribution of benefits.
If Fu Bing takes the lead, she can definitely stabilize things!
With her granddaughter’s help, Rong Shizhi watched Fu Bing’s live stream.
"Nannan, help Grandma send a message."
Rong Lan nodded. "Grandma, what do you want to send?"
"Just write, ’I am Rong Shizhi. I’m waiting for you to bring more exceptional talent into the film industry.’"
Rong Lan bowed her head to type and send the message.
Lin Yu, keeping an eye on the screen, saw Rong Shizhi’s message and immediately had the programmers highlight it in bold and replay it repeatedly.
「In a priceless, secluded courtyard,」 a nonagenarian grandmaster of traditional Chinese medicine, Elder Jiang, also had his family send a message.
"I am Jian Sheng. We are always ready for Little Friend Fu’s call to establish a new era of traditional Chinese medicine!"
Lin Yu cursed under his breath, and the programmers, already well-practiced, highlighted this message in bold and replayed it repeatedly as well.
At this moment, the live stream’s viewership had reached a terrifying 600 million. The programmers were thus handed the toughest yet most joyful challenge of their careers, and they threw themselves into it, each working tirelessly, drenched in sweat. They were determined not to allow any slip-ups in this epoch-making live broadcast.
Luminaries from the film industry, titans of the medical field, and influential figures from all walks of life appeared in the live chat.
Fu Bing had initially just wanted to chat with everyone about her recent situation and upcoming plans. She knew there would be some interest, but she had never expected so many people to show up.
Qin Jinhai’s dark eyes were fixed on Fu Bing in the live stream, his heart swelling with pride and a restless excitement.
This is how Fu Bing should be.
She should never have been obscured by dust.
Even if someone tried to clip her wings, she would still soar high in the clear sky, compelling everyone to look up to her.
「Inside an orphanage.」
Su Kexin stared enviously at Fu Bing on the screen.
It’s all this woman’s fault I’m ruined!
If it weren’t for Fu Bing, I would still be the high and mighty sole young lady of the Su Family.
Su Kexin turned to look at her guards, a plan forming in her mind.
For a rare change, Su Kexin cooked. "You must be tired from watching over me for so long," she said to the bodyguards. "I’ve come to terms with my situation now and no longer wish to suffer physically. This is a meal I’ve specially made for you. Please, eat."
The Su Family’s bodyguards were usually well-treated. But that was when they were at the Su Family estate. Since being assigned to watch Su Kexin, lavish meals had become a distant memory. Now, seeing a table laden with exquisite dishes, all four swallowed hard.
"You haven’t pulled any tricks, have you?" one asked.
"How would I dare?" Su Kexin replied, rolling up her sleeve. Bruises covered her fair arm.
The four bodyguards nodded in satisfaction and began to eat with gusto.
Su Kexin squatted outside, gazing at the scorching sun overhead and the dry grass at her feet.
Only when all sound ceased from within the house did she stand up, a cold sneer on her face.
It’s done, she thought, then said aloud to someone unseen, "It’s done."
A man leaped down from the wall. "Your task is finished. Let’s go."
Su Kexin shook her head, took a knife from the man, and re-entered the house. She slit each bodyguard’s throat, ensuring they were completely dead before she came out.
The man remarked, "You truly are ruthless."
"Leaving them alive would only mean they’d notify the Su Family. Dead men tell no tales."
"You really do take after your father!"
"Your biological father."
Su Kexin’s face stiffened.
She hated her origins!
If only she were the daughter of Su Jiang and Han Liying, how wonderful everything would be!
If Fu Bing had never appeared, she would still be their daughter!
Fu Bing’s live stream lasted for three hours. The stream’s viewership steadily maintained around four hundred million, and the average viewing duration was astonishingly long.
Lin Yu watched as those numbers turned into real money rolling into his pocket, his eyes practically turning into currency symbols. By conservative estimates, this single live stream could monetize five hundred million.
He swallowed hard. One live stream can earn five hundred million! If tipping had been enabled, even one billion wouldn’t have been out of reach.
Lin Yu grabbed Cheng Shuangqing. "Could Sister Bing do a live stream once a month?"
"You heard her. Sister Bing isn’t planning on working in front of the camera."
"What if I go with you to talk to Sister Bing? We don’t need her to livestream products, just do a stream once a month or every two months. The duration and timing could be up to her. We’d offer a higher price, so she wouldn’t be at a loss."
Cheng Shuangqing shook her head. "I can’t promise you anything on her behalf."
Lin Yu decided to play his trump card. "I’ll extend your contract right now, and we can discuss a new commission rate separately."
Cheng Shuangqing was already disillusioned with the company. She was simply happy to do something for Fu Bing while still in her position.
"That won’t be necessary. As Sister Bing mentioned during the live stream, she now needs to build at least two professional platforms and teams to carry out her plans. It’s a time when she desperately needs people. She gave me a dignified way to leave my old company, and I wish to use my capabilities to serve her."
Cheng Shuangqing calmly told Lin Yu, "Thank you for your care over these past three years. Despite our many frictions, you never forced me to do much that I was unwilling to do. You’re a good boss. Goodbye."
Lin Yu looked regretful. "Are you really not going to reconsider?"
"I’ve made up my mind. A scholar dies for a confidant who truly appreciates them. Fu Bing has treated me very well, and I must live up to the high regard she has for me."
Cheng Shuangqing returned to her office, looking around the place where she had strived for three years. She felt a mix of reluctance and sadness. However, today’s live stream allowed her to leave with dignity and grace, rather than being ousted due to poor performance.