Switched Life:I Went Viral on a Family Variety Show
Chapter 130: Like Looking at a Young Lover

Chapter 130: Chapter 130: Like Looking at a Young Lover

The impact of Shen Yi personally stepping forward to defend Sang Ning was far greater; Chu Xi was left speechless, her eyes reddened, biting her lower lip in grievance.

["Chu Xi really has a sharp tongue. She’s not the one contributing here, yet Shen Yi isn’t saying anything, and she’s here being snippy with Sang Ning."]

["Getting rebuked by her idol must have stung. Chu Xi might wake up crying in the middle of the night over this."]

...

The third day of reception duties.

Director Sun gave the guests half a day to rest, saying the visitors today were important figures arriving around 2 p.m., and their schedule would revolve around them.

For the past two days, visitors were greeted at the cable car drop-off point, but this time, Director Sun brought the guests directly to a massive venue, waiting for visitors right at the entrance.

Joining the wait were not only the guests but also Qian Yang.

Sang Ning found this surprising. In the previous two days, Qian Yang only appeared after the guests had greeted the visitors; why was he tagging along today?

After a brief opening address, Director Sun withdrew without revealing anything about the visitors.

Walking past everyone, Sang Ning went up to Qian Yang and quietly inquired, "Director Qian, don’t tell me the visitors today are your bosses?"

"Nope." Qian Yang shook his head, maintaining a mysterious silence for a moment.

Then he shielded the right side of his face with the back of his left hand, leaned closer to Sang Ning’s ear, and lowered his voice: "The visitors today are even more boss-like than the bosses—they’re the money god."

"Money god?"

Sang Ning was puzzled for only a second before a revelation struck her. Could it be the investors arriving today?

While idly waiting, in the gap before the visitors arrived, Qian Yang stepped aside from the cameras and pulled Sang Ning into a corner for a chat.

From Qian Yang, Sang Ning learned that the venue behind them was a flagship project of the Anazhen Museum.

The entire venue spans 1,000 square meters, designed as a highly-tech immersive AI gaming experience center.

With a special headset, visitors can fully immerse themselves in various interstellar-themed games inside the venue.

The venue has only launched one themed game so far, but the design is still rough and needs funding for detailed improvements and the development of more themed games.

According to developers’ initial estimates, completing the venue would require at least five billion yuan.

Sang Ning was stunned. For an investor to casually bring out five billion, their financial prowess must be astonishing.

Even her former father Chu Tian, ranked second on the Imperial Capital Wealth List, wouldn’t necessarily shell out that kind of money so readily.

"So, if you’re receiving such important people, why involve us?" Sang Ning asked sincerely.

After all, they were just program guests. Receiving investors shouldn’t be their responsibility.

Qian Yang smiled slightly and answered with deliberate wisdom: "You’re here to keep them company, of course. There are two investors coming today, specifically to personally experience the games.

Besides, since all of you are celebrities, there’s fame in the mix. Even if the investors decide not to invest after today’s experience, your star power could attract some fans, and the venue could still generate some profit."

Sang Ning chuckled coldly and replied, "Your calculations are pretty sharp. To those unaware, they’d think you’re a researcher; to those in the know, they’d figure you’re a capitalist."

Qian Yang shrugged helplessly: "What can I say? Science needs funding, too."

Sang Ning never imagined one of the investors Qian Yang mentioned would turn out to be Chu Tian.

Upon seeing him, Chu Xi cheerfully called out "Dad!" and dashed forward to hug Chu Tian.

Sang Ning glanced over and briefly made eye contact with Chu Tian.

Although Chu Tian was patting Chu Xi’s back, showing fatherly care, his gaze remained fixed on Sang Ning.

Sang Ning quickly turned her head to avoid his gaze, fearing any misunderstanding.

["Why do I feel something’s off between Chu Tian and Sang Ning? His eyes practically stuck to her, like he’s looking at a lover—it’s really unsettling."]

["I have a bold guess. Could Chu Tian be Sang Ning’s sugar daddy?"]

["Stop jumping to conclusions. Look behind Sang Ning—Li Sulan is standing right there. Chu Tian is clearly looking at his own wife, okay?"]

Li Sulan stepped forward, out of view of the camera, pinching Chu Tian hard and growling, "Oh, so you dare to appear on the show without telling me first? Your guts are getting bigger, huh!"

Chu Tian furrowed his brows slightly, endured the pain, and grasped Li Sulan’s hand firmly. Nearly gritting his teeth, he whispered harshly: "I’m warning you, show me some respect in front of the camera. I still have a team to lead, and if you ruin my reputation, who’s going to earn money for you, you spendthrift woman?"

Catching Chu Tian’s sharp glare, Li Sulan refused to back down, returning an intense stare. She scoffed lightly, mindful of the cameras, and reined in her tantrum.

["I’m so surprised! A middle-aged couple from a wealthy family is actually this affectionate. Chu Tian hasn’t taken his eyes off Li Sulan all this time."]

["Anyone can put on an act in front of the cameras. Maybe behind the scenes they’re each doing their own thing."]

Qian Yang hadn’t expected one of the guests to be the daughter of an investor. After a moment of surprise, he approached Chu Tian and greeted him.

Chu Tian came off as modest and amiable, exchanging pleasantries with Qian Yang before walking forward to shake hands with each guest, not waiting for others to speak first.

Chu Xi followed behind Chu Tian, introducing everyone as he greeted them.

While she was enthusiastic for all the other guests, when it came to the Sang Family, her introductions were brief.

The Sang Family, knowing all their histories were intertwined, played along and pretended not to know each other.

When it was Sang Ning’s turn, she politely extended her hand, but Chu Tian’s grip lingered.

Sang Ning looked up and met Chu Tian’s gaze, filled with unsaid emotions, akin to a father lovingly asking about his daughter’s well-being.

["What’s up with Chu Tian? Earlier, I noticed his side-eyeing Sang Ning, and now he won’t even let go of her hand."]

["Chu Tian has no shame! He’s old enough to be Sang Ning’s father!"]

["Don’t be ridiculous. His wife and daughter are right beside him; he wouldn’t dare to flirt under their watchful eyes."]

["Also, Sang Ning’s parents and brother are here. Considering the Sang Family’s fiery disposition, if Chu Tian pulled anything, they’d be the first to go after him!"]

The Sang Family understood that Chu Tian genuinely saw Sang Ning as his daughter. When they saw Chu Tian holding Sang Ning’s hand, they assumed he was expressing his fatherly longing, silently condoning his actions.

But to the uninformed Song Shiye and Shen Yi, Chu Tian’s behavior appeared outright predatory.

There was quite a distance between Shen Yi and Sang Ning, but Shen Yi disregarded the queue’s order, cutting ahead to forcibly yank Chu Tian’s hand off Sang Ning.

With a fake smile and stiff tone, he said, "Mr. Chu, hello, I’m Shen Yi."

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