It wasn't until Xu Qingqiu handed her an apple slice that she reacted.

"Here, Sister Hua, have an apple to calm down. I'm sorry~"

"Take it away, take it away! You're giving me an apple you've already bitten? There's zero sincerity in this!"

She hadn't forgotten that when she had just returned, Chu Tian had been feeding her this very piece of apple, so how could she possibly eat it now.

However, after such a fuss, even her greatest anger had dissipated.

Li Chunhua really couldn't stand Xu Qingqiu and Yiyi's coquettish assault and could only raise her hands in surrender.

Chu Tian watched this scene, amused, yet also a bit melancholic.

This scene is so much like the times I used to match wits with my agent in my past life... but alas...

"Alright, alright, stop with the nonsense. Let's talk about the concert," Li Chunhua said, trying to steer the conversation.

Hearing that it was time for business, everyone knew things had settled down and sat properly to discuss the matter.

"According to the current situation," Li Chunhua began, "a total of 12,000 concert tickets were released, and they sold out in half an hour. I don't know how many of those were bought by scalpers."

"However, since this was planned as a small concert and we have contracts with distribution channels that exclude scalpers, plus the real-name registration system, it's unlikely there are too many."

"Looking at the online discussions, the general consensus is that there were too few tickets. This indicates significant market potential; we just don't know how large it truly is."

"I came back this time to ask for your opinions: should we capitalize on this momentum and launch a tour?"

After Li Chunhua finished speaking, she looked at Xu Qingqiu and also glanced at Chu Tian.

She was already aware that Chu Tian was Youmeng and was happy for Xu Qingqiu, so she valued his opinion highly at this moment.

Xu Qingqiu listened, then looked conflicted. She glanced at Sister Hua, then at Chu Tian, and said hesitantly, "I don't really want to. Firstly, our preparations are too rushed. Besides, I've been really tired lately and want to rest a bit."

Actually, she wanted to spend more time with Chu Tian. After all, she was just beginning to taste the sweetness of love, but work had kept her so busy that she hadn't had any real time with him.

Li Chunhua remained noncommittal about Xu Qingqiu's opinion and didn't voice her own, instead turning her gaze to Chu Tian.

"My opinion is not to do it," Chu Tian stated.

"Oh? Why is that?" Li Chunhua asked, not refuting him but wanting to hear his reasoning. Perhaps this was a test for him.

Is he a fool, shortsighted and driven by emotion, or a true genius who can see to the core of things? Li Chunhua wondered.

Chu Tian didn't know what she was thinking. His decision wasn't based on emotion but on a rational assessment of the current situation.

"Firstly, Xu Qingqiu has enough popularity this year. Maintaining it is sufficient. Sometimes, being too hasty can lead to a stumble."

He spoke tactfully, but his reasoning was clear and even profound.

Seeking quick success often results in diminished returns or even significant losses. Few people can see through this; most are blinded by immediate benefits and driven by greed, ultimately gaining nothing and suffering heavy losses.

"Secondly, Xu Qingqiu currently has too few songs to support a full concert, let alone a tour. It's too early to start touring now."

"Thirdly, although she seems very popular, much of this is superficial. Her foundation isn't solid enough yet."

"I think it's best to wait until next year or the year after. By then, with her first album, she should have garnered some awards. During that time, she can release more new songs or another album."

"After a few months to half a year of consolidation, once her fan base is stable and her appeal to the general public has grown, it won't be too late to hold a concert."

"Of course, there's also the fact that the studio is currently too small and lacks experience in this area. It's not equipped to support a large-scale concert or achieve the desired impact."

"It would be best to wait a bit longer, allow the studio to grow, and slowly begin perfecting the concert details, striving for excellence. Only then will it make a stunning debut."

"And, of course, only then will it be worthy of Qingqiu's effort and status."

Chu Tian's points were well-reasoned and clearly articulated.

Li Chunhua, Xu Qingqiu, and even Yiyi found themselves nodding in agreement, feeling he made a lot of sense.

Previously bewildered, they now felt as if a fog had been lifted, allowing them to see all the connections clearly.

However, as his last words fell, Yiyi's face instantly drooped. I feel stuffed again.

Li Chunhua, on the other hand, looked troubled and conflicted.

Xu Qingqiu, however, seemed quite receptive to his words. She blushed and lowered her head, but her small hand had, at some point, found its way into Chu Tian's. He squeezed it gently, finding it soft and pleasant to hold.

Ugh! That despicable couple! Li Chunhua cursed furiously inside. So damn shameless of them!

Originally, she had thought Chu Tian was quite capable, able to analyze things so thoroughly and clearly. She had been on the verge of complimenting him, a smile on her face, but then he unexpectedly circled back to flaunt their affection again.

So damn unethical! As if you two are the only ones in love, huh?

Having their affection flaunted in her face, Li Chunhua's expression darkened once more.

Actually, she had already been crying rivers inside. This is too much! Just because I'm single, who did I offend to deserve being tormented like this? Is it really necessary?

"AHEM, AHEM!" Li Chunhua cleared her throat, interrupting the lovey-dovey couple, and said, feigning nonchalance, "Mm, Chu Tian, what you said just now made a lot of sense. Qingqiu, what do you think?"

"I think he's right," Xu Qingqiu replied. "Why don't we do as he suggests? There's no rush. Let's wait until the time is right."

"Alright then," Li Chunhua conceded. "That works out, as I can get some rest too. I've been exhausted lately."

"Yes, Sister Hua, you should go rest right away," Xu Qingqiu urged. "Take a few more days off. You've been running around for so long, and your health is important."

Are you really concerned about my health? Or do you just wish I wouldn't come back? Li Chunhua thought. I've long seen through this ungrateful brat.

However, even if she was a bit clueless, Li Chunhua knew that Xu Qingqiu's mind was entirely preoccupied with her relationship, likely leaving no room for work.

It looked like Xu Qingqiu's schedule would have to be significantly reduced. From now on, it would be best not to arrange any non-essential activities for her.

After all, they had waited so many years, and their love had finally blossomed. Even though Li Chunhua had their affection flaunted in her face, she still felt they should be allowed to enjoy it.

"Okay, I'm going to wash up and change," Li Chunhua announced. "You two should get some rest early as well."

"Mm-hmm, okay, Sister Hua! Go rest now, don't overwork yourself!" Xu Qingqiu chirped.

Why does that sound so grating? Is she eager for me to leave? Fine, I'll go then, won't I? Li Chunhua mused. What an ungrateful little wretch...

Speechless, Li Chunhua silently cursed a bit more before getting up and heading to her room.

After taking just a couple of steps, she glanced back and saw the two of them all lovey-dovey again. Her face flushed, and her mood soured further.

Maybe... I should try dating too?

Out of nowhere, this sliver of a thought entered the mind of Sister Hua, the eternal career woman.

She quickly shivered, shaking off such unrealistic notions. What's so great about dating? It's a waste of time!

Chu Tian and Xu Qingqiu were oblivious to the torment Sister Hua had just endured. They only had eyes for each other, completely absorbed.

"Do you want some more honeydew melon? I can go cut another piece," Chu Tian offered.

"No need, the apple is delicious too. Here, have a bite~" Xu Qingqiu cooed.

Yiyi, who had been a bit distracted and was thus a step behind, snapped back to reality only to witness this scene. Her heart gave a CRACK, as if she'd been stabbed.

This is too disgusting! I need to run! If I don't, I'll get another face full of their PDA. They're practically inhuman! She scurried away.

"Huh? What was that just now?" Chu Tian asked.

"Looked like a big black rat..." Xu Qingqiu mused.

"Really? I'm so scared~" she feigned.

"Probably. Don't worry, don't worry, I'm here. Come here..."

At that moment, Yiyi, who had just reached her room door, happened to hear their conversation and immediately burst into tears.

Pah! Shameless couple!

「The next morning.」

Seven A4 sheets of paper had mysteriously appeared on the living room wall, each bearing a large red Chinese character. Read together, they formed the message: 'No Public Displays of Affection in the Living Room.'

Sister Hua, who came out for a drink of water after waking up, happened to see these characters. Looking at Yiyi's room next door, she didn't know whether to laugh or cry. After laughing, she suddenly realized, It seems I'm a victim too. The water in her hand instantly felt tasteless.

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