14 years ago, in Lin City. That summer, Xu Xingchun entered the junior high section of a key middle school. At home, it was dark and damp, with an old dimmed light bulb always on. His odd and reclusive mother started taking medication day and night but couldn’t sleep, tormented by illness, unable to find…

Despite some hiccups in the afternoon, the filming was completed smoothly. The crew had reserved several private rooms at a famous restaurant in Shen City for a gathering, celebrating the start of “Breaking Dawn”. Besides the production team, main cast, and investors’ representatives, there were also high-ranking officials from the Publicity Department, all people of…

The basic planning for “Breaking Dawn” was mostly complete before filming began. Due to the inclusion of political propaganda elements, many things required special approval. However, with support from various parties, especially backing from the Ministry of Public Security, many matters were given special treatment. Things progressed smoothly, encountering few obstacles along the way. Finally,…

“Wishing him a happy birthday? You’re really exaggerating,” Tang Xin laughed while sitting in the car, suddenly commenting. A moment later, Fu Xueli stopped pouring her heart out. “No, that’s not right,” Tang Xin corrected herself. “You’re… reckless, over-the-top.” “By the way, did you and your friends who set off fireworks get disciplined by the…

On a rainy weekend, it would have been perfect for sleeping at home. But at this moment, Fu Xueli had heavy dark circles under her eyes, squinting as she let the makeup artist apply setting powder on her face. She had been drinking all night yesterday and was now struggling not to throw up. “It…

There used to be a popular saying online: “If someone appears in your dream, you should go see them when you wake up.” Fu Xueli always thought this saying was rather unconventional, but for some reason, she kept thinking about it today. Once the thought arose, even the magazine shots felt off. Her partner for…

Meeting room. “What’s up with Captain Xu today?” Qiu Zhixiang held a cup of instant noodles, quickly swallowing a few bites to fill his stomach. He hadn’t eaten lunch, busy with the case until now. His eyes curiously peeked towards the bathroom door gap. In his eyes, Xu Xingchun wasn’t just good-looking on the outside.…

The night was quiet, with lightning and thunder flashing in unison. A soaked stray dog wandered in front of the brightly lit Shanghai Public Security Bureau. “Alright, that’s about it. The one who called the police, please leave your address and contact information,” said the female police officer as she finished taking notes. She handed…

The dinner was coming to an end. Tang Xin sat beside Fu Xueli, occasionally standing up to refill drinks for those around her. The investor for the new film, surnamed Fang, was over fifty but still energetic and in good health. After a few drinks, his speech remained proper, and he spoke and listened with…