Huayu97: Starting with Wu Song Fighting the Tiger

This is the cruise ship's warehouse, and it's usually not frequented by many people.

He was about to turn back when he suddenly heard a soft footstep ahead.

Liu Xiang instinctively hid behind a large box and peeked out. She saw a figure in a white Tang suit hurrying out from a corner of the warehouse, glancing back every now and then. Who else could it be but Brother Long?

Brother Long's expression was somewhat solemn, and his brows were furrowed, as if he had something on his mind. He looked around to make sure no one was there before quickly walking towards the stairwell.

Liu Xiang's heart skipped a beat. What was Brother Long doing at the warehouse so late?

Driven by curiosity, he waited until Brother Long was far away before quietly going into the warehouse.

The warehouse was dark, with only a few dim emergency lights on, and the air was filled with the smell of rust and dust. Liu Xiang groped her way in, and before she had gone a few steps, she saw a woman sitting on a wooden crate in the center of the warehouse.

Liu Xiang looked closely and realized it was Li Binbin!

She was still wearing that champagne-colored fishtail dress, but her hair was a little messy, and her face lacked the radiance she had at the banquet. She stared blankly ahead, holding a cigarette in her hand, but didn't light it.

She seemed to have something on her mind; her whole demeanor exuded loneliness and sadness.

Liu Xiang was startled and subconsciously took a step back, accidentally bumping into the wooden box behind her with a loud "clang".

When Li Binbin turned around abruptly and saw him, a flicker of panic crossed her eyes. She quickly stood up and stubbed out her cigarette: "Liu Xiang?"

Knowing she couldn't avoid it, Liu Xiang could only bite the bullet and come out, giving an awkward smile: "Miss Li, I'm sorry, I took the wrong turn."

Li Binbin breathed a sigh of relief when he saw it was him, but then became nervous again and quickly waved his hand.

At this moment, her tone became somewhat urgent: "Liu Xiang, let me explain, I can..."

At this moment, Liu Xiang dared not listen to her explanation.

He had just seen Brother Long come out of the warehouse, and now he saw Li Binbin standing there in a daze. Then he remembered the photo he had seen online in his previous life: in the dimly lit carriage, Brother Long was holding Li Binbin tightly, and he was kissing her passionately with his head down. Both of them had a tender look on their flushed faces.

At that time, rumors were circulating online that Brother Long and Li Binbin had fallen in love while filming and had a passionate underground romance.

Liu Xiang knew perfectly well that gossip in the entertainment industry, especially when it involved top stars, was impossible to explain!

Before Li Binbin could finish speaking, he quickly waved his hand and said, "Miss Li, please don't misunderstand, I didn't see anything! I'll leave right away."

After saying that, he turned and ran, his steps so fast it was as if some ferocious beast was chasing him.

He didn't even dare to turn around, only hearing Li Binbin's anxious voice behind him: "Mr. Liu, wait for me!"

At this moment, Liu Xiang ran even faster.

When it comes to jokes, the less you know, the better. It's best to stay out of trouble!

The floor of the cruise ship corridor made a rapid "thump-thump" sound as Liu Xiang walked quickly forward.

The panic in the air was more pungent than the sea breeze on the cruise ship deck, and Liu Xiang didn't want to hear it.

Even the slightest hint of a secret affair between these top stars is enough to fuel gossip in the industry for half a year, unnecessarily ruining their reputation.

"Mr. Liu! Stop right there!"

The warm light of the corridor shone on him, and just as he was about to reach his room, the footsteps behind him suddenly stopped.

Liu Xiang stopped in his tracks and before he could turn around, he heard a soft, drunken voice coming from ahead. It was so familiar that it made his heart tighten.

"Liu Xiang? Why are you running like this?"

Shen Qing stood in front of him at the door of the guest room, her hair slightly disheveled, her cheeks flushed with the light red of alcohol, and her almond-shaped eyes misty with moisture.

Shen Qing drank some champagne while attending a banquet with Su Wanyi, and felt depressed, so she deliberately took a detour to find him and chat.

Her gaze fell on Liu Xiang's flushed ears and slightly breathless appearance, and doubt welled up in her eyes. She reached out to grab his arm, "What are you doing? You're so flustered, you won't even look me in the eye!"

Liu Xiang froze. As she turned her head, she caught a glimpse of Li Binbin standing in the shadows at the other end of the corridor. The moment he saw Shen Qing, the panic on his face turned into embarrassment. He tightened his grip on the designer bag and didn't dare to go any further. He just glanced at Liu Xiang quickly.

She turned and walked away quickly, her back view revealing a sense of haste in her escape, the sound of her high heels gradually fading into the distance.

Only after Li Binbin's figure had completely disappeared did Liu Xiang breathe a sigh of relief. She steadied herself against the doorframe, then met Shen Qing's questioning gaze, inwardly groaning. This girl was naturally meticulous; she probably couldn't fool anyone about what happened today.

"Binbin left already?" Shen Qing's voice carried a hint of dissatisfaction as she lightly poked Liu Xiang's arm with her finger. The force wasn't strong, but the tone was clearly reproachful. "Why did she leave as soon as she saw me? What were you two doing just now? You ran, she chased, all so secretive. Is there something you're hiding from me?"

Liu Xiang tugged at her collar, suppressing the panic in her heart, and forced a smile. Her fingertips unconsciously rubbed the seam of her pants. "Nothing, we just bumped into each other in the corridor and said hello. I was just in a hurry to get back to my room to rest for a while, so I walked a little fast."

"Nobody would believe that." Shen Qing rolled her eyes. The alcohol made her bolder than usual, and she lost some of her usual timidity. She pushed open Liu Xiang's half-closed door and stepped inside. "I went to a banquet with my godmother tonight. Those uncles and elders were talking about business stuff that I couldn't understand. I drank a bit and was so bored that I came here specifically to chat with you. It's not nice of you to keep it to yourself."

Liu Xiang watched her retreating figure, sighed helplessly, closed the door behind him, and followed her inside. He knew that Shen Qing was currently suspicious, and if he didn't give in to her, she might cling to him in this room all night. Moreover, he didn't want to mention the scandal he had just witnessed, so he could only take it one step at a time.

At this moment, Shen Qing noticed an old-fashioned Sony Walkman on the bedside table. The black body had been polished to a faint shine. Next to it were several cassette tapes, some by Brother Long and some by Zhang Xueyou. These were actually given to him by Fatty Wang, who said that he should listen to music to relieve boredom and learn about Hong Kong pop culture so that he could integrate into the circle more quickly.

One side of the room had an open, thick iron door leading to a small balcony. The door was ajar, and the salty sea breeze seeped in through the cracks, carrying the coolness of the night and a faint smell of the sea. Shen Qing didn't sit on the sofa; she walked straight to the iron door, quickly pushed it open, and an even stronger sea breeze rushed in, making her hair and skirt flutter gently.

She leaned on the metal railing of the balcony, gazing at the dark sea in the distance. The moonlight, like a thin veil, gently sprinkled on the sea, shattering into a shimmering silver light.