NOVEL NEXT Chapter 469: Betting Again
Ning Xiaoyue wasn't confident. She knew her skills were lacking, and she hadn't even considered that she might debut. Her best estimate for herself was to be eliminated in the first round.
Participation is key. If it doesn't work out, just leave.
She herself hadn't expected that after the show aired, she would attract so much attention, gaining many fans who liked her enough to vote for her. Even though online criticism was overwhelming, they still steadfastly supported her debut.
She remembered Lin Fan's words: As long as you stay true to yourself, people will like you.
Indeed, Lin Fan was right.
Facing online abuse, she once thought of giving up, but she didn't want to let down her fans, nor Lin Fan.
Lin Fan brought out funds to keep the company afloat in its hour of need; she couldn't give up. Moreover, she knew about Lin Fan and Feng Tianming's bet. If she lost, Lin Fan would have to pay a price of 100 million.
So she gritted her teeth and persevered, finally achieving victory.
Lin Fan said, "Hope you continue to stay true to yourself in the future. The entertainment industry is quite dangerous, but if you stay authentic, you'll stabilize your position and ride the waves."
Ning Xiaoyue listened intently to Lin Fan and said, "Brother Lin, I'll always remember your words."
At this moment, a female assistant came over and said, "Xiaoyue, it's time for us to go."
Ning Xiaoyue replied, "Hmm."
The time together was too short. She was reluctant to leave Lin Fan. Perhaps she would be busier in the future, and the time she could spend with Lin Fan would be even less.
"Brother Lin, I really hope I could spend more time with you," Ning Xiaoyue said regretfully.
Lin Fan replied, "Work is important, go on, work hard. I'm waiting for the day you become a big star. If you encounter any difficulties, reach out to me anytime."
Ning Xiaoyue smiled and said, "Hmm, I know. Brother Lin is my strongest support."
She knew, she was well aware.
Someone online had spread rumors about her, but it was Lin Fan who helped quell them.
The Yun City Daily smeared her and later went out of business. Besides Lin Fan, who else could have made that happen!
Ning Xiaoyue then followed the female assistant, preparing to leave.
Just then, Feng Tianming walked in and bumped into Ning Xiaoyue directly.
Feng Tianming was unhappy. If it weren't for Ning Xiaoyue, he wouldn't have lost 100 million to Lin Fan, and his candidates wouldn't have been stuck at the tenth place, unable to debut!
He blamed all of this on Ning Xiaoyue.
"It's unpleasant to see you here, useless as you are!" Feng Tianming chuckled.
Ning Xiaoyue was a bit angry, being called useless to her face wasn't something a normal person would take well.
However, Ning Xiaoyue didn't want to speak to Feng Tianming and attempted to bypass him to leave.
But Feng Tianming sidestepped to block her, "Little bitch, don't think you're out of trouble just because you've debuted. You'll suffer later. Didn't you see all the hate online? If you had self-awareness, you'd quit the group quickly, or else..."
This was a threat!
Ning Xiaoyue felt a bit scared.
"Young Master Feng, did you eat crap today? Your mouth smells awful!"
Lin Fan chuckled.
Feng Tianming sneered, "Am I not speaking the truth? I guarantee this useless girl won't stay popular for more than two months. Lin Fan, talking about helping her rise socially, she's just a hopeless case wasting your efforts!"
Lin Fan ignored him and said to Ning Xiaoyue, "Xiaoyue, don't listen to him. Just treat it like a dog's barking and go ahead."
Ning Xiaoyue responded with an "Hmm" and left with the female assistant. For one, she was indeed in a hurry, and secondly, she didn't want to see Feng Tianming anymore.
After Ning Xiaoyue left.
Lin Fan turned to Feng Tianming, "Young Master Feng, you said that Xiaoyue won't stay popular for two months. Want to bet with me again? Still the same 100 million, if she remains popular after two months, you owe me 100 million, how about that?"
"..." Feng Tianming was speechless.
He just lost 100 million to Lin Fan and dared not bet again. What if he lost another 100 million!
"Hmph, I'm not interested in such boring bets!" Feng Tianming said, trying to save face.
Lin Fan laughed, "Young Master Feng, you're really a coward. Not daring to bet with me only proves you don't have confidence, not even in your own words."
Feng Tianming was furious. He nearly bet with Lin Fan again.
But thinking of his recent loss of 100 million, if he lost again, his father might not even save him.
Feng Tianming said, "Who said I don't dare to bet, but let's forget about betting 100 million!"
Lin Fan asked, "Then what do you want to bet?"
Feng Tianming replied, "I haven't figured it out yet."
Lin Fan said, "I do have an idea. If Xiaoyue is still popular after two months, you kneel down and call me dad. How about it? Although you're quite a dull son, I don't mind being your dad once and teaching you how to behave!"
Feng Tianming was incredibly angry. Lin Fan really wanted to take advantage of him!
"Fine, it's not about money, agreed. Lin Fan, if Ning Xiaoyue loses popularity after two months, you'll kneel and call me dad."
Just then, a notification came through. Lin Fan glanced at his phone and said, "Sorry, didn't hear clearly. What was it again?"
Feng Tianming replied, "Dad!"
Lin Fan laughed, "You needn't admit defeat so quickly, silly son."
Everyone burst into laughter. Lin Fan was toying with Feng Tianming, truly taking advantage, as Feng Tianming's dumb wits were no match for Mr. Lin.
Feng Tianming then realized he'd fallen into Lin Fan's trap, cursing under his breath.
"Lin Fan, don't get too complacent. It's uncertain who'll call whom dad in the end. Are you sure you can beat me!" Feng Tianming said.
Lin Fan replied, "Then don't waste time. Why did you come today? If you plan to continue playing tricks, you're in the wrong place, as I've prepared a lawyer letter for you to take home."
Feng Tianming spat, "Would I, Feng Tianming, play tricks? Look at what this is!"
Feng Tianming threw a check at Lin Fan.
Lin Fan took it, a 100 million cash check!
Lin Fan smiled, "Thanks a lot, Young Master Feng. You were planning to renege last night. Fortunately, Feng Wanshan isn't senile."
Feng Tianming must have gone back to find Feng Wanshan last night. This money naturally came from Feng Wanshan, as Feng Tianming didn't have that much money.
Feng Wanshan's willingness to pay speaks volumes about his unwillingness to toy with Lin Fan.
This time, Feng Wanshan was so forthcoming, likely feeling he stood no chance.
However, given Feng Wanshan's nature, he won't leave it at this. Who knows what means he'll use to retaliate later.
Lin Fan sneered internally. Whatever tricks Feng Wanshan has, let him try them. Luckily, I've prepared a grand gift for him.
Feng Tianming said, "It's our Feng Family's fine tradition to accept the consequences. Lin Fan, now that you've got the money, stop trying to smear our reputation."
Lin Fan said, "I think Young Master Feng has said enough. You're not very welcome here, so leave. Let me escort you out."
As he spoke, Lin Fan strode forward and lifted Feng Tianming, tossing him towards the door.
Feng Tianming fell down messily.
"Lin Fan, you'd better wait for me!"
Feng Tianming was livid but dared not rush over to fight Lin Fan, knowing he wasn't Lin Fan's match, thus only venting his anger.
"Let me tell you, Lin Fan, you'll soon pay the price. Our Feng Family will make you pay!"
Feng Tianming, in a fit of anger, divulged his father's plan to retaliate against Lin Fan.
Lin Fan responded with an "Oh," confirming his suspicion that the Feng Family would retaliate.
Ring Ring... Ring Ring...
Just then, Lin Fan's phone rang.
Lin Fan looked; it was Officer Loli calling. No need to ask; Loli had been helping him solve An Jincheng's case.
This case likely involved Feng Wanshan!