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Feng Chengxi had been away from the production team for a few days, and upon her return, she discovered that Susu was gone.

Unlike Gu Nanyan, who focused solely on her studies and paid no attention to online gossip, Feng Chengxi was well aware of everything happening to Susu.

Having spent years in the entertainment industry, she was all too familiar with the underhanded tactics and smear campaigns celebrities used against each other. The negative rumors about Susu were clearly orchestrated—she even knew which PR firms were behind them.

Susu was young and inexperienced, likely overwhelmed by such a storm.

Feng Chengxi had planned to return early to comfort her.

But by the time she got back, Susu had already vanished.

Alarmed, Feng Chengxi grabbed Director Rong’s sleeve without hesitation and demanded, "Why was the contract terminated? Was Gu Nanyan informed about this?"

Director Rong was taken aback by her reaction. "Why would we tell Gu Nanyan? Susu hasn’t shown up for the livestreams these past few days, and Gu Nanyan didn’t even ask."

"You don’t understand anything!" Feng Chengxi was furious.

Gu Nanyan had always been unflappable, her demeanor calm and composed. At first, Feng Chengxi hadn’t grasped this, but after spending so much time by her side, she’d come to recognize it.

Despite her youth, Gu Nanyan carried herself like someone who had weathered countless storms.

What others considered earth-shattering crises were mere trifles to her—getting her to panic was nearly impossible.

Susu missing a few livestreams? Gu Nanyan probably assumed she’d skipped them willingly or was tied up with other matters.

But that didn’t mean Gu Nanyan didn’t care. She was attentive, always looking out for those around her.

She had helped Susu, mentored her—how could she be indifferent now?

Feng Chengxi stomped her foot in frustration but had no time to explain further to Director Rong. She immediately dialed Susu’s number.

After several failed attempts, her anxiety spiked. She called the school instead.

The homeroom teacher revealed that Susu had dropped out. Her mother, Liu Dong, had claimed Susu couldn’t handle the online harassment and took her home, fearing for her safety.

"Dropped out?" Feng Chengxi was stunned.

She couldn’t believe it. How could Susu quit school?

The girl had complained more than once about Feng Chengxi’s lack of attentiveness toward Gu Nanyan, vowing to become her assistant after graduating.

Susu had repeated it like a mantra—it was practically her dream. How could she just give up?

The teacher sighed. "The pressure must have been too much. Cyberbullying isn’t something everyone can endure, especially someone as young as Susu."

Feng Chengxi managed to get Liu Dong’s number from the teacher.

The call connected quickly, but the voice on the other end was sharp and hostile. "Who is this?"

"Hello, this is Feng Chengxi, a friend of Susu’s. I can’t reach her—could you let her take the call?"

The moment Liu Dong heard "friend," her tone turned icy. "Susu doesn’t want to see or talk to any of you. Stop calling!"

She was about to hang up.

"Wait, please! I really need to speak with her," Feng Chengxi pleaded.

"Tell me what you want, and I’ll pass it along," Liu Dong snapped, refusing to hand the phone over.

The refusal set off alarm bells for Feng Chengxi.

Logically, a mother should protect her child. But remembering Liu Dong’s online betrayal—taking Huo Sanchun’s money to slander her own daughter—Feng Chengxi couldn’t trust her.

Some people just didn’t deserve to be parents.

Her voice hardened. "Why won’t you let me talk to Susu? Has something happened to her? If you don’t put her on the line right now, I’ll call the police and report you for child abuse!"

"Busybody!" Liu Dong snarled. "She’s my daughter—mine! I can do whatever I want with her. Even if I strangle her, it’s none of your business!"

Then, her tone shifted to smugness. "Don’t waste your breath. Nothing you say changes the fact that I’m her legal guardian. She’s still a minor—I decide everything for her!"

The line went dead.

As the dial tone buzzed in her ear, Feng Chengxi’s frown deepened.

What kind of mother was this?

Realizing the situation was beyond her control, she went straight to Gu Nanyan.

After explaining everything, she fretted, "Gu Nanyan, what should we do? Should we send someone to check on Susu at home? I’m really worried."

"No need," Gu Nanyan replied coolly.

Feng Chengxi froze, staring at her in disbelief.

What did that mean? Was Gu Nanyan washing her hands of Susu?

Before she could process it, Gu Nanyan stood.

An aura of quiet intensity radiated from her as she declared, unwavering, "I’ll go myself."

What?

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Feng Chengxi shot to her feet, utterly stunned.

Gu Nanyan… was going in person?

"This... this..." Feng Chengxi was so startled that she began to stammer. In her heart, she hadn’t considered Susu’s situation all that important. Though she was worried about Susu, it was only the concern one might have for an ordinary friend. She hadn’t even planned to go herself, thinking that sending someone else would be enough to fulfill her duty.

But—but Gu Nanyan actually wanted to go in person!

Gu Nanyan’s reaction was completely beyond her expectations.

"Gu Nanyan, if you leave, what about your livestream?" Feng Chengxi fretted. "Your viewers are all waiting for you."

Gu Nanyan had classes in the morning and livestreams in the afternoon and evening. Many netizens had grown accustomed to following her broadcasts to study.

Going to find Susu would take at least a day, even if everything went smoothly.

What would happen to her viewers if she missed a day of streaming?

Gu Nanyan lifted her eyelids slightly, her tone indifferent. "If I can’t even save someone close to me, how can I claim to help others?

Do you know the purpose of my livestreams? I want to help those who wish to study enter the right mindset as quickly as possible, to guide those who want to practice calligraphy, and to support those struggling with health issues so they can strengthen their bodies and study in the best condition.

Susu is right beside me, her desire to learn burning so fiercely. If I can’t even help her, then what’s the point of my livestreams?"

Feng Chengxi shuddered, goosebumps rising on her arms, her scalp tingling as her entire body tensed up.

Gu Nanyan was truly selfless, truly noble.

Feng Chengxi lowered her head, tears splashing onto the floor.

At this moment, her heart clenched painfully, aching yet filled with an overwhelming warmth.

This was Gu Nanyan—someone who meant every word she said, whose actions matched her words.

Feng Chengxi was not only deeply moved but also profoundly inspired. She felt that Gu Nanyan was utterly reliable, that being by her side brought an unparalleled sense of security.

She believed that if one day she were bullied, if she ended up in a situation like Susu’s, Gu Nanyan would come to her rescue as well.

Wiping the corners of her eyes, Feng Chengxi’s resolve solidified.

"Gu Nanyan, I’ll go make the preparations."