This Streamer Has a Conscience, But Not Much!

The sudden turn of events left everyone stunned.

But as for Cao Shengming's so-called "identity"…

Lu Xiaoqi remained skeptical—until her assistant did a quick search online. Moments later, her eyes widened in shock.

"Oh my god! Director Lu—he… he… he's huge on Douyin!"

The assistant practically squealed, holding up her phone excitedly. "Look at this, Director Lu! His videos are everywhere! And you—hahaha—you're in them too! You're an internet celebrity now!"

Lu Xiaoqi blinked, completely baffled.

…

Clip from the video:"Good thing she didn't make me keep talking, or I would've had to start singing…""Hurry, hurry! We need to leave now—if that girl shows up, we won't be able to escape!""Didn't she say she'd pick us up at 8 AM? If she comes and we're gone, problem solved!"

…

On screen, one video after another featured Lu Xiaoqi, her expressions shifting from one extreme to another—flushed, pale, mortified.

Meanwhile, the other executives in the room burst into laughter.

"Hahaha! Director Lu, I never knew you had such a hilarious side!""Oh man, these comments are killing me!""Wait, wait—Sharkey Botcherdan University? Hahaha, why does that name sound so familiar?!""Bro, did you really have a summer job in Suliya? What were you, a missile pilot or a tank driver?""That girl—hahaha—Director Lu, you're a meme now!"

…

Lu Xiaoqi remained stone-faced.

She turned her icy gaze toward Cao Shengming, her expression screaming I will kill you where you stand.

Cough.

Sensing danger, Cao Shengming quickly raised his hands in surrender. "Director Lu, let's not forget—I just brought a ton of business opportunities to your company!"

At that, Lu Xiaoqi's expression softened slightly.

Yes, she had unwillingly become a laughingstock. But truthfully, this newfound attention wasn't a bad thing. In fact, it might even be beneficial.

And the proof was right in front of her.

While the rest of the executives laughed, Xu's face had turned an ugly shade of gray.

He had never expected this mess—one he had tried to pin on Lu Xiaoqi—to actually boost the company's performance. And not just a little. A lot.

Thirty-seven new partnership inquiries.

For a company specializing in digital services, this was huge.

"Humph!"

Xu clenched his jaw, shot one last glare at Lu Xiaoqi, then spun around and stormed out.

…

"Director Lu, congratulations! The boss will definitely reward you for this!""Forget a reward—she's probably getting a promotion!""Director Lu, if you ever need anything, just say the word! I'll follow you without question!""How about a celebratory dinner? My treat!"

…

Cao Shengming rolled his eyes. Classic corporate behavior.

Watching the executives flock to Lu Xiaoqi now that she was in the spotlight only made him feel more disgusted. If he had a choice, he'd rather struggle on his own than bow down to this kind of culture for the rest of his life.

With things finally settled, he and the photographer slipped out of the conference hall.

But before they could get far, Lu Xiaoqi caught up.

"Where do you think you're going?"

"Eh?" Cao Shengming blinked. "The situation's handled. You can't still be holding onto me. That'd be totally unreasonable."

"I'll give you a ride."

Lu Xiaoqi didn't waste time arguing. She jingled her car keys and added, "Better than walking, right? Besides, you haven't been paid yet."

At the mention of payment, Cao Shengming perked up instantly. "Ah, right! Good people like me are always so selfless, I nearly forgot. We agreed on 1,200 yuan—can you pay in cash? I don't have a bank card…"

"Come on. I'll get it for you."

…

Outside the hotel, Lu Xiaoqi withdrew 1,200 yuan from the bank and handed it over.

Then, they drove toward the hotel where Cao Shengming had been staying.

"You're No. 10, right?"

Lu Xiaoqi glanced at him in the rearview mirror, a small smile playing on her lips. "I'll be keeping an eye on you from now on."

"Sounds good."

Cao Shengming counted his banknotes, beaming. "Oh, and if you ever need a translator again, call me! Good service, great prices—honest business, no scams!"

Just then—

The car jolted violently.

As they waited at a red light, Lu Xiaoqi suddenly gasped. "Hey, look! Aren't those two your competitors?"

Cao Shengming followed her gaze.

"Wait… it is them!"

But something was off.

It was the middle of the day, scorching hot, yet there they were—standing at an intersection, carrying a bucket and a rag.

"Uh… why are they walking toward us?"

His eyes widened in realization.

"Oh no. Quick, roll down the window—I need to start acting!"

Lu Xiaoqi: "…"