Reborn into the Obsessive Love of a Dark and Twisted Shadow Queen - Chapter 29

Since they were still at school, Chu Xueyi couldn’t act too devilish. Otherwise, she would have kicked him without hesitation.

Zhao Chengjun, a man as repulsive as him, actually wanted her forgiveness.

Did he deserve it?

Chu Xueyi crouched down, meeting the gaze of this unshaven man who looked nothing like the wealthy heir he was supposed to be.

Zhao Chengjun… you were the one who pinned me to the ground and tried to have four or five men beat me up. Now you think kneeling, crying, and kowtowing will earn my forgiveness?

I… Zhao Chengjun’s eyes darted around nervously, unsure how to respond.

Since you’re hesitating yourself, you should know that earning someone’s forgiveness isn’t as simple as shedding a few tears.

Go home. For now… I have no intention of forgiving you.

Not until you show genuine sincerity.

Though Chu Xueyi didn’t know what had provoked Zhao Chengjun to abandon his aristocratic pride, she didn’t need to guess who was pulling the strings behind this whole charade.

It was Ji Qingshu.

Did she really like her that much?

So much that she was willing to use her family’s influence?

After all… in the years to come, Ji Qingshu’s stubborn insistence on pursuing acting would strain her relationship with her family to the breaking point.

The media reported on this daily.

After all, a wealthy family and a Best Actress—it was the hottest topic imaginable!

The media swarmed like flies drawn to a cracked egg, each vying for the scoop.

Yet Chu Xueyi couldn’t help but think… Ji Qingshu had secretly loved her for so long, and bowing to his family for her sake seemed only natural.

In this world, only a truly devoted person would go to such lengths.

But was she worthy of his affection?

Zhao Chengjun’s eyes widened in disbelief. How had Chu Xueyi become so clever? After all, wasn’t she just a brainless woman with a big chest?

He glanced up at Ji Qingshu, the mastermind behind his humiliation—that detestable woman!

Her gaze held a faint disdain, and in that single glance, Zhao Chengjun felt like a man abandoned by the gods.

The feeling of being despised seemed to seep from the very marrow of his bones.

Get lost, since Xueyi won’t forgive you.

But… Zhao Chengjun, you must know whose daughter I am now, right?

There aren’t many people with the surname Ji. How could you not have considered this?

Idiot.

Ji Qingshu’s final words slipped from her lips with deliberate calm. She rarely cursed, but this loathsome man had tried to harm Xueyi, so there was no need to hold back.

As soon as Ji Qingshu finished speaking, even Chu Xueyi, who was standing beside her, was shocked. She tilted her head slightly, her eyes widening like those of a startled fawn.

This was the first time she had ever heard the Best Actress swear.

It felt… completely different from her usual demeanor.

If she cursed people with that soft, melodious voice, it must feel incredibly satisfying.

Wait!

Chu Xueyi, what are you thinking?

Don’t turn into an M!

You finally escaped the abyss of Su Shiyu’s twisted love. Don’t fall into another unhealthy obsession.

Sorry, I just hate him so much. I couldn’t hold back…

The thought of that guy trying to bully you makes my bl00d boil.

As Ji Qingshu spoke, she pulled Chu Xueyi away from the chaotic theater entrance. Ever since they started rehearsing together, a melodramatic, soap opera-worthy scene had unfolded here every few days.

However, Ji Qingshu didn’t take the direct route back to the dormitory. Instead, she turned into the academy’s supermarket.

Need to buy something? Chu Xueyi asked without thinking much of it. If Ji Qingshu needs to shop, I’ll keep her company.

After all, Ji Qingshu had just driven Zhao Chengjun away for her. Chu Xueyi felt she owed her a thank you. Helping carry a few things was the least she could do.

It’s only human nature.

Props for the play.

I didn’t prepare any in my room, so I need to buy some.

What kind of props?

Chu Xueyi asked instinctively, but immediately realized the Class Monitor was referring to the scene they were rehearsing today.

Of course… it was one of the climax points of the entire play.

The young lady, having drunk too much wine, is helped back to her room by the male lead. Her sleeping face is so beautiful that even the usually self-restrained and proper male lead is tempted.

He leans in for a stolen kiss, but at the last moment, his reason returns.

He is merely a servant. If he were to have an affair with the young lady, the consequences would be unbearable.

He and his parents would be expelled from the mansion, cursed for life, and forced to leave the city for any chance of peace.

A fresh start.

This was unacceptable to him. He would rather serve the young lady for the rest of his life, watching her marry and have children, than… than be separated from her.

With astonishing willpower, he tore himself away from this captivating beauty.

Even though the male lead loved her, even though he harbored a secret crush, he knew that acting on his feelings would be an unforgivable sin.

Ji Qingshu rarely encountered script characters who resonated so deeply with her own state of mind.

But alas…

She wasn’t that weak-willed man. She would choose to fight for what she wanted, even if it meant resorting to despicable and shameless tactics.

I remember now…

Chu Xueyi snapped out of her immersion in the script, only to find the person before her watching her with a smile in their eyes.

Right? So if we’re going to rehearse, we should probably get some props.

The academy store didn’t carry strong liquor, only a few fruit wines suitable for drinking like beverages. But even that would suffice…

This was just acting, and props were merely to enhance the atmosphere.

If you had to do everything for real, you wouldn’t be an actor.

Let’s get this one.

Ji Qingshu pointed to a bottle of plum fruit wine on the shelf.

Chu Xueyi nodded. Though her alcohol tolerance had decreased, a single glass of fruit wine wouldn’t knock her out. She didn’t give it much thought.

Suit yourself.

After finishing their shopping, they headed back to the dormitory. Ji Qingshu carried all the bags, the glass wine bottles clinking together with a crisp sound.

Let me carry some, Chu Xueyi offered, feeling awkward. Ji Qingshu had bought breakfast, and now she was carrying everything back to the dorm.

Even if she has a crush on me, there’s no need to spoil her like this, Chu Xueyi thought, feeling a little embarrassed.

No need, Ji Qingshu said, shaking her head gently. I said I’d carry it, and it’s no trouble at all.

Give it here! Chu Xueyi reached out and snatched the bag. Ji Qingshu didn’t argue, letting her take it.

But inside, Ji Qingshu was secretly thrilled.

So Chu Xueyi cares about me after all?

Never mind… never mind, I’ll just pretend that’s the case.