Jiang Hexi slept until she naturally woke up, and no one urged her to get up.
She reached for her phone, glanced at the time, and saw a text message from Director Chen:
"Let's Farm, Rich Second Generation" resumed filming on April 28th. Welcome back to the team.
Jiang Hexi didn't believe that the torrential rain in Canglang Village had stopped so suddenly. She figured it was probably because the premiere last night was a huge hit, and Director Chen was so eager to start recording the show in order to capitalize on the massive viewership.
She checked the weather forecast for Canglang County in northern Henan Province; it showed showers all day on the 28th. Armed with this evidence, she went to confront Director Chen.
Smiling: [Director, did you check the weather before filming?]
Smiling: [Luckily I checked for you.]
Jiang Hexi casually sent a screenshot of the weather in Canglang County.
An unknown director named Chen: [Why do you only look at the weather forecast for the 28th?]
An unknown director named Chen: [Looking back and forward two days, it was a sunny day. Why didn't you look?]
Smiling: [Director Chen, I checked the almanac again for you. April 28th is an inauspicious day, unsuitable for transactions, opening a business, receiving money, breaking ground, hanging plaques, etc. All activities are inappropriate.]
An unknown director named Chen: [Hehe, thank you.]
An anonymous director, Chen: [The recording schedule has been issued and cannot be changed. Please return to the team on time.]
An unknown director named Chen: [You're not planning to walk off the set, are you?]
Smiling: 【Is it not allowed?】
An unknown director named Chen: [No way! You dare to breach the contract? I'll bring my crew to your luxury villa and film you non-stop, 24/7!]
Smiling: [You win.]
Jiang Hexi came downstairs, and the living room was empty.
When she returned this time, her family doted on her. She was used to being pampered, and suddenly felt lonely and desolate.
Aunt Song served her breakfast and told her that Ms. Zhou had gone out and would probably not be back until the afternoon.
After having breakfast, Jiang Hexi sat idly on the sofa, lost in thought.
She didn't think about anything, did nothing, and just like the previous year, she endured the time and slowly got through it.
Suddenly, I started to miss the days when I farmed in Canglang Village.
Before dawn, the village chief would urge me to go to work in the fields, plowing, feeding chickens, and picking peaches. I was busy working myself to the bone every day, and when I got back, I would collapse into bed and fall into a deep sleep.
I have absolutely no energy to think about how I've become a laughing stock in the eyes of acquaintances, nor do I feel ashamed of how useless I am.
As long as she keeps working every day, she can get a good night's sleep.
After dinner, Jiang Hexi brought up the topic of recording another variety show.
"Director Chen sent me a message, informing me to report to the production team tomorrow."
"If you don't want to go, then don't go. As for the contract, I'll have my lawyer handle the negotiations for you."
This time, Jiang Wenjing did not back down. In front of his parents, he stated his position clearly:
“My younger sister is used to being pampered and can’t stand the hardships of farming. She’s experienced this kind of life once and that’s enough. There’s no need for her to stay in the countryside and continue farming. Besides, she comes from such a prestigious family. Doing so would only make her a laughingstock.”
He couldn't let his younger sister become a laughing stock any longer.
"As long as your father and I are here, it's not your place to interfere in Ah Xi's affairs."
Ms. Zhou remained unmoved. "Jiang Hexi, pack your bags and report to the program team tomorrow."
Jiang Wenjing suppressed his emotions and said, "My little sister can come to the company as my secretary and assistant. I can teach her about interpersonal relationships little by little until she can handle things independently in the workplace."
"Haven't her family protected her enough growing up? Didn't you and your older brother protect her enough during that investment?"
Ms. Zhou said with a cold face, "It's because everyone is protecting her that she can't handle the slightest setback. She's been a coward at home for a year. How long are you going to keep her by your side?"
"Wife, stop talking."
Mr. Jiang called out to stop the argument between the two, and only then did Ms. Zhou notice that Jiang Hexi had her head down and was twisting her fingers until they were bloodless.
Feeling a pang of reluctance, Jiang Wenjing solemnly promised his parents:
“Yesterday, my older brother and I discussed it and decided that no matter what happens to our younger sister in the future, we will support her.”
Whether she got scammed in her investments or lacked tact, since they spoiled her with her carefree and romantic nature, they'll continue to spoil her to the end.
Ms. Zhou absolutely refused, saying, "She doesn't need anyone to protect her; she wants to be responsible for her own life!"
"Mom—, I'm going to farm."
Jiang Hexi's eyes welled up with tears. "No matter what, I'm determined to cultivate this land this time. I can't let others laugh at me anymore."
Mr. Jiang patted Ms. Zhou on the shoulder and said kindly, "Axi can drive a tractor to plow the fields. You can't find another female tractor driver in the whole village. She's so capable, why don't you have any faith in her?"
Jiang Hexi nodded to him with teary eyes, "Dad, I won't let you down."
After going upstairs, she packed her luggage and booked a flight to Yubei City for the next morning using her mobile phone.
Messages kept popping up in the "Five Chaebols" group chat.
Young White Poplar: [Rumor has it that a guest star will be joining our farming army.]
Yu Meiren: [Substitute? Who dropped out halfway through? Could it be Xi Mei?!]
Da Yu Didn't Control the Floods: [Impossible! Xi Mei single-handedly made the show a viral sensation. Director Chen won't let her off the hook, right, Xi Mei?]
Jie: [Stop fooling around, come out here @laughing]
Upon seeing this, Jiang Hexi couldn't help but smile.
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