Chapter 277: Chapter 277 - 274: Although Jing Jihan Didn’t Intervene in This Matter

"I’ll go in later." Just as she was about to reach the open door of the RV, Shi Su glanced over and saw two people rushing toward her with something unknown in their hands.

Shi Su was about to deftly dodge, but Wen Ke swiftly pushed her on the back, causing her to stumble forward even faster. In the next moment, she tumbled down under the temporary tent set up in front of the RV door.

She quickly turned her eyes to see Wen Ke slightly lower her left elbow, intercepting the arms of the two people behind, while she leaned forward with her shoulder, directly knocking the larger one to retreat backward.

Only then did Shi Su see what those two were holding—it seemed like two water bottles.

But the color of the liquid inside those bottles...

Those two obviously didn’t expect Shi Su to have someone so capable by her side. After being stunned by the hit, they raised the bottles and recklessly tried to splash them in Shi Su’s direction.

Almost in the nick of time, Wen Ke kicked long and hard, striking the opponent’s wrist, causing the bottle to fly out instantly. The liquid inside splashed onto the ground nearby and some onto another person’s clothes and neck. That person let out a scream, and the bottle in their hand fell to the ground, spilling everywhere.

—It was sulfuric acid!

Shi Su stared incredulously at the two, then at Wen Ke, who had already quickly subdued them on the ground after they’d lost the bottles of sulfuric acid.

The crew and the RV’s bodyguards rushed over when they heard it, frowning instantly at the sight of the sulfuric acid on the ground and the stench in the air. The producer, after seeing the scene, said, "Where did these lunatics come from? Call the police!"

Wen Ke herself was an officer, but it was inconvenient for her today. After handing the assailants over to the crew and Shi Su’s bodyguard, she said nothing and returned by Shi Su’s side expressionlessly, as if it hadn’t been her who just subdued those two.

The scene was chaotic, with the crew rushing out, reporting to the police, and questioning the two assailants.

Wen Ke advised her to get in the car first, and Shi Su pulled her along into the RV.

Jun had also gotten off to inspect the scene and upon returning, she said sternly, "Trying to throw sulfuric acid on you is not something an ordinary hater would do."

Wen Ke sat silently nearby. Jun looked a bit intimidated just seeing Wen Ke, her expression unfriendly, but with more pressing matters at hand, she sat down by Shi Su and whispered, "Do you have any idea about this incident?"

"The dance plagiarism incident has been fermenting to the second day now. I haven’t reacted, nor have I arranged any PR or whitewashing drafts. Even if Shi Yunyin didn’t notice yesterday that I had evidence, she should have realized it today. Even if those two weren’t sent by her, they’re still likely her people. What’s the use of splashing sulfuric acid to disfigure me, unless they pour it down my throat to stop me from speaking? But even if they do, I can type. She’s getting desperate."

"So," Wen Ke, who had been silent all the while, finally spoke up, "Mr. Jing’s worries were not unfounded."

Shi Su looked at Wen Ke, then at the bodyguard now standing guard outside the RV door.

Indeed, what she had to do was necessary, but being a public figure without three heads and six arms, her personal safety was a significant concern.

Although Jing Jihan didn’t intervene, he had considered everything possible for her.

The dance plagiarism issue continued to ferment.

"The Tales of Yao Platform" was still hot on air, but now accompanied by curses.

Two days later, there happened to be a live event organized by a sponsor, inviting several main actors to participate in an outdoor reality show centered around brand advertising. It was an opportunity to both promote the brand and attract viewership for "The Tales of Yao Platform."

The sponsor wasn’t afraid of controversy. Knowing that many people had been watching the issue between Shi Su and Shi Yunyin, they invited both at a high price. Xia Yilin couldn’t make it due to scheduling conflicts, and knowing the dance plagiarism topic was hot, anyone attending would just be a background for Shi Su and Shi Yunyin, so only four or five main actors were invited.

Before heading to the live event, Shi Su was in the car touching up her makeup. Because this was an outdoor reality show without studio lights, relying entirely on natural lighting, her makeup needed to look more natural.

Shi Su had good skin, so putting on makeup didn’t take long.

As she was doing her hair, Jun sat by watching her: "Little ancestor, you’ve been criticized for four days. When are you planning to make a move? I’m having trouble holding off the company’s side."

Shi Su couldn’t see outside from her seat and asked, "Are there many people outside?"

"A lot of people have come. The reality show is set up on the mall’s first-floor stage, and thousands of people have already gathered nearby. People are packed all over the railings on the upper levels, and many more are outside the mall, unable to get in."

"What do you think the attention for today’s live show will be like?"

"The buzz is high. There are already over a million people waiting in the live stream room, and neither of you has appeared yet."

Upon hearing this, Shi Su turned back to look at herself in the mirror.

Today’s program required the main actors to wear costumes matching their roles in the drama, and most chose classical-style outfits. Shi Su was no exception.

However, hidden within her costume’s sleeves was a long section of water sleeves.

She flicked her sleeve lightly and nonchalantly said, "Tell the boss, after I handle this matter myself today, they should immediately settle the payment for my last two advert fees."

Jun caught the implication: "Today?"

Shi Su gave her a reassuring look: "Today."

"Here... at this place?"

"Yeah."

"What are you planning to do? Do we need to cooperate?"

"Knowing the recent major issue between Shi Yunyin and me, the sponsor deliberately invited both of us. The dance topic will definitely be brought up, and the advertisers excel at leveraging hot topics." Shi Su spoke in a low voice, "Things have been stirring for days, and now it’s pretty much common knowledge. It’s time to wrap it up."

She then looked at Jun: "During the live broadcast later, no matter what I say or do on stage, or what reactions come from the host or the audience, don’t ask the sponsor to stop. Let everything proceed as usual; I’ll handle the narrative direction."

Jun was speechless: "With so many people below, if it turns chaotic, even dozens of security won’t manage. What if someone throws eggs or water bottles onto the stage? This is live!"

"Rest assured, even if something is thrown, I won’t be the one getting hit." With that, Shi Su’s hair was done, and she stood up and got out of the car.