The Villainess Awakens After Marrying the Male Lead’s Brother - Chapter 28

Apart from friends within the circle who noticed and came to offer comfort, two girls who had previously invested together also sent messages to inquire.

It seems they have been keeping a close eye on things.One million may not be much, but it’s still quite a sum. Even if there’s no significant impact, they will still feel a bit upset. Wen Yu calmly replied, reassuring them that she’s not concerned; after all, the outcome is uncertain.

After responding, she searched for related news. “Accidentally Becoming You,” this online drama isn’t a prime-time show, but it has a profit-sharing contract with Orange Video. The platform, however, is cautious, providing limited promotion.

Checking further, Wen Yu found that a major historical romance idol drama titled “Jiangnan Spring” is set to air soon. Its cast, popular young actors and actresses, and the buzz around it have overshadowed other shows, including “Accidentally Becoming You.”

Wen Yu, not surprised, thought about the situation. She received a push notification about the hot drama, “Jiangnan Spring,” with stars Fu Chun and Xu Bin. This intensified competition could potentially overshadow other dramas.

After reading, Wen Yu couldn’t help but think, “Who orchestrated this? Why compete with other shows?” If she didn’t know the quality and potential of her invested drama, she might have been worried.

Reflecting on the plot of “Jiangnan Spring,” which she collided with in her book, she acknowledged its intensity. However, with her ability to break free from the plot and her past memories, the outcome remains uncertain.

Wen Yu messaged the director Lv, saying, “Don’t worry about the rest, just do your best. Leave the rest to fate.” Lv, grateful for the flexible investor, was moved to tears.

Seeing the platform manager avoiding his calls, Lv sighed. The platform prioritized “Jiangnan Spring” due to significant investment, leaving no room for promotion of smaller projects.

The platform’s response left Lv frustrated. They offered him a recommendation slot for modern idol dramas, a low-profile category. Knowing it was just a gesture, Lv was dissatisfied.

The platform insisted, “We need to make money, and your small online drama can’t compete with big productions. After your show airs, we promise to give you a day of homepage promotion, deal?”

Lü Yuzuo was filled with despair, considering withdrawing the project. Despite finalized dates for promotional investments, the minimal audience anticipation gave some hope. Reluctantly compromising, he informed the main investor, bracing for criticism.

To his surprise, Producer Wen Yu’s response was unexpected. Lü Yuzuo, an experienced director, found this investor’s consolation rare. Touched, he considered the possibility of replying when the producer’s message brought a glimmer of hope: “Don’t worry, Mr. Wen, I know. The producer just mentioned we still have over fifty thousand after finishing filming. On the premiere day, let’s trend!”

Although investors claimed indifference, Lü Yuzuo, invested emotionally, thought of trending to amplify the series. Producer Wen Yu expressed astonishment, learning about the remaining funds. Lü Yuzuo explained, “During post-production, someone approached with an investment offer, claiming you recommended. I signed a contract, and she invested three million, making our total investment twenty million. Without this, I’d be struggling to cut production costs.”

Wen Yu was puzzled. She had only discussed this with Wei Ningning. Could it be Zhao Qingyuan? However, given her family’s attitude towards her finances, a sudden three million investment seemed unlikely. Regardless, it wasn’t her concern, and three million wouldn’t significantly impact the overall investment. Perplexed, Wen Yu decided to let it go.

After the New Year, both Mr. Jiang and Jiang Yunyan became busy. Concerned about her son’s daily fifty-minute commute, Mrs. Jiang decisively sent them back to their small home, accompanied by a pile of various foods.

“Your eldest brother is busy, and he might not make it back to cook. Don’t rely too much on takeout. These are all easy to heat up. If you don’t feel like moving, let the driver bring food back for you,” Mrs. Jiang, reluctant but caring, wished they were closer to their children during such times.

However, she couldn’t bear to leave the house they had lived in for decades. Besides, personal space needed to be reserved for her two children for the sake of future grandchildren. It was a painful farewell.

Taking advantage, Wen Yu behaved obediently, “Aunt Jiang, don’t worry, I won’t let myself go hungry.”

Mrs. Jiang smiled, patting her small face. Looking at her eldest son, who stood nearby like a guard, her tone became less gentle, “Alright, go on, go on. I’ll have some peace once you leave.”

Jiang Yunyan nodded slightly, “Mom, we’re leaving. Call if you need anything.”

“I know.”

As Wen Yu got into the car, Jiang Yunyan followed suit. The driver quickly started the car, moving away from the Jiang family.

Unable to resist, Wen Yu glanced through the rearview mirror. The distance between the Jiang family and Jiang Yunyan’s place was only half an hour, yet Mrs. Jiang seemed reluctant to leave, standing there as if reluctant to return home.

Wen Yu felt a bit attached too. After awakening, it was the first time spending such a long time with Mrs. Jiang, and surprisingly, it was quite comfortable. Unlike the strict and rule-bound wealthy wives in novels, Mrs. Jiang was easy-going and open-minded.

It was fortunate to be part of her family. Suddenly, the man beside her spoke, “If you don’t want to leave, you can stay here.”

Wen Yu shook her head, “No, your constant running around is tiring.”

Unlike Jiang Yunyan’s intense schedule, Mr. Jiang usually made it home by nine. If Wen Yu stayed, it would be too demanding for him.

Though she said it casually, the man beside her showed a slight surprise, his reserved expression softening. He raised his hand to ruffle her hair and decided to ask something he hadn’t planned, “Xiao Yu.”

“Hmm?” She tilted her head.

Jiang Yunyan asked, “Old Master Xiao is celebrating his ninetieth birthday in a few days. Xiao Qiyen has invited you. Would you like to go?”

Wen Yu hesitated. She never enjoyed such occasions, even before awakening. Her past experiences attending events had been marred by malicious gossip about her family’s financial struggles. It was seen as an incredible stroke of luck for her to be living with the Jiangs.

Thinking about it, Wen Yu clenched her fists. If she had awakened earlier, she would have definitely confronted those who slandered her! Once again, she cursed the unjust plot that made her endure so much.

Her impressions of these events weren’t favorable. Although it was a birthday celebration, it probably involved socializing for fame or matchmaking.

However…

Wen Yu thought of a name he had deliberately mentioned and curiously asked, “Who is Xiao Qiyu?”
The man’s tone was indifferent, as if it was nothing special. “A friend.”
Wen Yu, however, keenly sensed something and nodded after thinking, “Okay!”
Not many were considered friends by Jiang Yunyan.
For him to mention it, that friend must be significant.
Yet, she didn’t want to pressure him. Still, she was willing to go, especially now that her marriage to Jiang Yunyan was solidifying her position, making her more stable than just a temporary resident. Those people would likely be even more upset, and settling scores might be in order.

Jiang Yunyan’s eyes softened, and he said, “Tomorrow, I’ll have Xiao Chen bring clothes and jewelry for you to choose from. You can keep whatever you like. Also, there’s a supplementary card; from now on, you won’t need pocket money. Use this card for anything you want.”

Wen Yu: !!!
The legendary supplementary card?!
Her eyes brightened; this meant attending a party would earn her a supplementary card, eliminating the need to dip into her own little treasury for gifts! However, when she heard about no pocket money, her enthusiasm dimmed.
She had been thinking of saving pocket money for the future; it could be her retirement fund after a divorce!
Jiang Yunyan:?
Why wasn’t she happy?
He reconsidered, “Or should I continue with the pocket money?”
Wen Yu quickly and sweetly agreed, “Okay! Thank you, big brother!”
Her tone was rapid, as if afraid he would change his mind.
Jiang Yunyan:…
Something seemed off.

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On the seventh day, Wen Yu received a pile of clothes, jewelry, and a card from Xiao Chen. She selected two sets, returned the rest, and with just those two sets and the jewelry, it added up to over five million. She trembled, carefully placing them, feeling anxious about damaging such valuable items. Honestly, if there was one downside to regaining her memory, it was adjusting to suddenly being a wealthy woman. Her spending habits hadn’t caught up, and she couldn’t help feeling that this set of clothes was equivalent to buying a house – it hurt. She only wanted to buy a house and become a landlady.

On the evening of the eighth day, “Jiangnan Spring” aired, instantly dominating seven or eight hot searches. Overnight, it seemed the entire internet was discussing the show. Wen Yu watched, envious of their wealth. Their production team had to tighten their belts just to save five hundred thousand for a single hot search. Yet, she had also watched the first eight episodes released on the first day.

Sure, here’s the English translation with space between paragraphs:

“Just enjoy it, sorry, it’s her lack of morals, but she finally understood the meaning of the often mentioned ‘Jiangnan Spring’ in the book, although its quality is poor.

What’s the deal with the male and female leads? Previously, watching their other dramas, it was quite good, not outstanding in acting but passable. However, in this series, the director seems to favor close-up shots, resulting in enlarged faces displaying every subtle flaw of the main characters.

For instance, the female lead’s teeth are not visually appealing, which becomes distracting in close-up shots. The male lead’s face is asymmetric, often sporting a smirk on one side, and unfortunately, he has gained a bit of weight, making his face too greasy in close-ups.

The female lead’s eye makeup is messy, and the male lead’s wig is clearly visible! Moreover, when angry, the female lead tends to widen her eyes, making it even more awkward.

The costume and makeup are decent but not exceptional. Wen Yu couldn’t endure watching beyond eight episodes; she gave up by the third, deciding it wasn’t worth the trouble.

However, the show is still promoting vigorously, and there weren’t many complaints on the first day. By the second day, Wen Yu stumbled upon one or two critical articles online, but not many.

By the third day, the tenth day of the lunar year, Wen Yu couldn’t care less because ‘Accidentally Becoming You’ was about to air! Immediately, she posted on Weibo, reminding viewers that the web series was starting, urging everyone to watch.

After a while, her phone vibrated. Opening it, Jiang Yunjin mentioned her in the group: ‘Need me to help promote? If so, promise not to complain to Big Brother anymore.’

Wen Yu coldly laughed; he dared to threaten her? ‘@Su Lengyue, do you want your boyfriend’s open-crotch pants photo? Just one Weibo repost can get it~’ ‘@Jiang Yunjin, if you don’t repost within three minutes, your open-crotch pants photo will be known to the whole internet~’

Double kill! Jiang’s mother: ‘Haha, Little Fish is really clever.’ Su Lengyue: ‘…’ Jiang Yunjin: ‘…’ Even though she hadn’t completely forgiven her boyfriend, the matter involved his innocence. Su Lengyue still reposted. Jiang Yunjin also obediently reposted. Wen Yu privately messaged Su Lengyue: ‘Don’t worry, just for you.’ Su Lengyue chuckled: ‘Okay, thanks, Little Fish.'”

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In the group, everyone seemed cheerful. On the top floor of the Jiang Building, the CEO’s office, after marking up a document, the man rubbed his weary temples. Habitually, he picked up his phone, not finding the message he hoped for, but there seemed to be activity in the family group.

He quickly glanced over it, and his gaze lingered on the words ‘open-crotch pants photo’ for a few seconds before slowly moving away.

Zhou Han entered, inquiring, “Boss, about the planning over there…” Mid-sentence, he sensed the boss’s mood wasn’t great, and his voice weakened, “The person in charge there is sick, asking if we can postpone submitting the proposal by a day…”

The man, with indifferent eyes, glanced over the attentive special assistant and coldly said, “The whole department is sick?”

Zhou Han: “No.”

Jiang Yunyan calmly asked, “Then why delay? Can’t others work without him? If that’s the case, the company should just keep him alone.”

The tone was steady, but unlike usual, the repeated questioning made Zhou Han’s scalp tingle. He was wrong! He shouldn’t have thought the boss was in a good mood these past few days and helped convey this matter!

Zhou Han immediately corrected himself, “You’re right, I’ll notify them right away.”

After speaking, seeing the boss casually nod, he quickly turned and left. Looking at the second-in-charge of the planning department with an expectant expression, he sympathetically shrugged, “Sorry, the boss is not in a good mood right now.”

The second-in-charge: “!”