Chapter 271 - Bro, Where Are You? (1/2)

Meng Fan had already dropped all the manga related work at the studio and formed a group chat. Aside from the staff that already had work, they had pulled in extra reporters as well. They didn’t expect this to occur afterward.

“What’s going on?”

Meng Fan received the coffee FlatHeadBro handed to him. Seeing him blush as he went around distributing coffee and milk tea to the other members, he curiously asked Zhang Zhouwei next to him, who was also holding a cup of coffee.

“I heard from Yanan, this FlatHeadBro’s novel illustrations are now being painted by senior Xixi, and she became familiar with it in just two days. Normally, aside from work, they would chat… But then, about three days ago, FlatHeadBro mentioned something that needed to be discussed in person, so he arranged for us to meet in the studio.”

Zhang Zhouwei opened the lid and took a sip. It was still hot. He continued: “I’m guessing senior Xixi’s elegance and beauty has mesmerized FlatHeadBro. Either way, after that day, the guy’s been coming around to the studio everyday, delivering food, or drinks, and even flowers one time. He comes at least twice a day. He says he lives nearby, or he was tired from typing and needed to take a walk, but like come on; who doesn’t know what’s really going on at this point?”

“Then how does senior Xixi feel about this?”

People were attracted to gossip, and Meng Fan was no different. He wasn’t very interested in celebrity gossip, but if it happened near him… He was very interested.

Yan Xixi was already a semi famous artist among the professional realm. Qin Jiao had specifically recruited her to take over the administration of the studio. Xiang Ping, or FlatHeadBro, was also a very well known author on Qidian.com. His new book was off to a great start, and rumor has it that he’s already signed a big contract.

The reason that these two could meet was related to Meng Fan. It’s not even an exaggeration to say that Meng Fan was the matchmaker. If Meng Fan hadn’t dropped the administrative work for his book, the two wouldn’t have met.

Of course, Meng Fan would be interested in this kind of gossip.

Zhang Zhouwei, being forced to idle around the studio, did little work and didn’t know much useful information, but was more knowledgeable than anyone regarding the gossip. He said: “I think it’s like this; they’re about eighty or ninety percent together. FlatHeadBro is pretty good looking, lives in Hangzhou, and has a good career. He also makes good money. I heard from Yanan that with his derpy personality, he was perfectly able to provoke the cute characteristics of senior Xixi. Either way, last night, FlatHeadBro came to pick her up right on the dot. If senior Xixi hadn’t given him the green light, he wouldn’t have arrived in such a timely manner.”

As they were chatting, FlatHeadBro had finished distributing the coffee and approached a slightly blushing Yan Xixi. He spoke quietly. “Then I’ll come pick you up later.”

Seeing Yan Xixi nod slightly, his grin almost pierced the back of his head. He didn’t pause for long either and happily left the studio.

FlatHeadBro approached Meng Fan as he scratched his head. “Meng Boss, uhm, do you have some time? I’d like to treat you to dinner.”

Meng Fan smiled. “What a coincidence, I’ve got plans today.” He raised his eyebrows. “Next time, I’ll buy you candy.”

FlatHeadBro became even more embarrassed, but responded firmly. “Uhm, I’ll do my best!”

Meng Fan didn’t think his light-hearted joke would be taken so seriously. His Observational Skills were very high, and could tell FlatHeadBro meant what he said.

Meng Fan was also preparing to leave and walked out with FlatHeadBro. He approached the moped he arrived on, thought for a moment, then spoke once again: “Uhm, I’m going to be driving to pick her up. It’s colder at night, so I won’t let her be cold. I only rode this here because it’s easier to park when I buy groceries.”

Meng Fan smiled. “Why does this sound like you’re promising senior Xixi’s parents you’ll take care of her?”

FlatHeadBro blushed once again. This time, he didn’t know what to say.

Meng Fan originally planned to head for the Chocolate Factory, but the experience at Da Mei had told him that it was best to avoid heading there right now. He was preparing to train anyways. If he had time to dub, he might as well spend that time finishing up the two achievements.

He hailed a cab and headed home.

At night, he worked on his manga until 4:00 a.m. During this time, he received several WeChat messages and videos.

At around midnight, Wu Tong sent a message alerting him that she had finished her work. They didn’t talk for long before she headed off to bed leaving him with a ‘good night, see you tomorrow.’

Another message was from Su Qingcen. It was related to the two of them reaching the trending search.

The video was sent by Bai Zhi, and was related to this as well.

At the time of the video, Bai Zhi was already at the production office. Meng Caiwei was inevitably present and had entered the frame to lecture Meng Fan.

Other people only cared about the refreshing news of Meng Fan beating someone up twice. Meng Caiwei was more concerned for his safety. She hadn’t held back from scolding him. Of course, based on her character, she still commended him after the lecture for doing a decent job of fighting and not completely embarrassing his older sister.

He slept for two hours and woke up. Wu Tong appeared shortly after he arrived at the track. The two warmed up as usual, did their run, and chatted as they stretched.

“You’re getting faster.”

As they conversed, Wu Tong suddenly paused. “It seems like now even if I run with all my strength, you can still catch up to me. Maybe in due time, I won’t be able to catch up to you.”

Wu Tong was being honest. Meng Fan was getting faster and faster. Before, he had trouble just keeping up with Wu Tong, but now it seemed effortless, as if he could surpass her.