Of course, Han Siyu didn’t really think much of those people. If it weren’t for the fact that one couldn’t enter without an invitation or an escort, Han Siyu wouldn’t have stooped so low as to become the companion of that obese, repulsive old man, nor would she have shared the same space with those she considered beneath her.
To Han Siyu, this was nothing short of a stain on her dignity and a blatant provocation.
Back when she was still Ze-gege’s girlfriend, surrounded by brothers who doted on and cherished her, every guest had treated her with utmost respect. Who would have dared to challenge her? When had anyone ever treated her like a mere plaything?
If anyone had dared to look at her with those disgusting eyes, she wouldn’t have had to lift a finger—her brothers would have made them regret it!
That was the life she deserved—being the center of attention, adored and cherished by outstanding men. Not this miserable existence where even seeing one of her brothers was an ordeal, forcing her to endure so much humiliation!
Hmph! Once she found Ling-gege, she’d make sure he taught those who had wronged her a lesson!
With that thought, Han Siyu strutted arrogantly toward another, more strictly controlled banquet hall, determined to find her beloved Ling-gege. She would rely on his status and influence to seek out her other brothers, ensuring they pampered and adored her just as they had in her past life.
That was the life Han Siyu was meant to have!
Little did she know what kind of “surprise” awaited her.
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If, on the day Li Hui and Han Siyu broke up and he wandered the streets like a lost soul, Xu Yi’an and Chu Yan hadn’t coincidentally been on a date and run into him—if they hadn’t taken him out to unwind and console him—Li Hui would have been too distraught over the breakup and too ashamed to face his family, whom he had treated poorly. In his daze, he would have run a red light, been hit by a car, and ended up in a vegetative state.
Not long after, he would have been declared brain-dead.
His family, especially his cousin Li Yao, would have blamed Han Siyu for his death. But by then, Han Siyu would already have gained fame under the support of several powerful men—her so-called “brothers.” Dealing with her would no longer be so simple.
Ignoring her fame, the men backing her alone made it impossible for Li Yao to retaliate easily. This only deepened his hatred for her.
If not for Han Siyu seducing Li Hui, his once-obedient younger brother would never have turned against his family. And yet, after using him, she discarded him, leading to his accident and suffering before his eventual death. Meanwhile, she thrived, climbing the social ladder with other men.
Had it not been for the Li family’s initial support—especially Li Hui’s—Han Siyu would have remained an obscure extra, never rising to prominence. Yet now, with Li Hui gone, she shone like a rising star, surrounded by elite suitors and a boyfriend of extraordinary talent, looks, and background.
How could Li Yao not resent the woman who had led his brother to ruin?
Thus began a long, tumultuous relationship between Li Yao and Han Siyu—one that would eventually end with him kneeling at her feet, becoming yet another of her “brothers.”
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But now, thanks to a small act of kindness from Chu Yan and Xu Yi’an, Li Hui never wandered into that fatal accident. Instead, he returned to the Li family, regained his composure, honed his skills, and prepared to resume his acting career.
Li Hui wasn’t obsessed with fame or applause, but he loved acting—immersing himself in different roles, experiencing varied lives. After the ordeal with Han Siyu, he emerged like a polished gem, radiating his own brilliance.
Seeing his determination, the Li family supported his choice, just as they had before. Having weathered hardships, Li Hui had grown more composed and capable, even building connections at the grassroots level.
After all, while those at the top held power, those at the base were not to be underestimated—their numbers far exceeded the elite.
With the Li family’s backing and his own resilience, Li Hui was destined to soar.
To give him a head start, Li Yao brought him to this exclusive industry banquet—a gathering of top-tier producers, A-list celebrities, and influential figures. Given the Li family’s prestige, securing an invitation was effortless.
At first, guests assumed the refined, handsome man beside Li Yao was a lover—until Li Yao introduced him as his cousin, Li Hui, an aspiring actor.
The realization dawned, and a few exchanged sheepish glances.
Lu Hanling, the internationally acclaimed director and youngest son of the Lu family, studied Li Hui with interest. Gender mattered little to him—beauty was beauty.
As Li Hui navigated the event with ease, his growth was evident. Unlike Han Siyu, who sought shortcuts, he had forged his path through perseverance.
Later, in a quiet corner, Li Yao checked in.
“How are you holding up?”
“I’m fine, brother,” Li Hui replied warmly.
Relieved, Li Yao patted his shoulder. “Good. I won’t have to worry about you being sweet-talked into trouble.”
Li Hui smiled. “Thank you.”
Li Yao feigned offense. “None of that. We may not share parents, but we’re family. Looking out for you is what brothers do.”
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