Chapter 37: Ghost Mountain Villa 37 Part 1
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Originally planning to catch up on some sleep, Yan Shixun’s rest was interrupted by Zhang Wubing. He had been forced into action and had been pulled away midway through his break. His mood was at an all-time low, and he sat in a corner with a dark expression, looking like a door god warding off evil spirits.
Yan Shixun had limited knowledge of the entertainment industry. Before Zhang Wubing forcibly brought him here, he had been wandering the streets and alleys, solving problems for people troubled by ghosts, and using the mouths of those ghosts to inquire about the evil spirit he had been searching for over the past fifteen years.
Compared to the younger generation, he lived more like an antique from the last century. His daily life consisted of dealing with ghosts and searching for the evil spirit he had encountered at the market over a decade ago. Social media and games that young people often used had no relevance to him.
So when Yan Shixun, who had initially thought he only needed to be an emotionless answering machine, saw the barrage messages on the live screen of the show, filled with inquiries about his social media accounts and various other personal questions, he almost pulled the plug on the broadcasting equipment, his face dark with frustration.
It was Zhang Wubing who worried that Brother Yan might say something that would lead to the suspension of the broadcast due to his short temper. Zhang Wubing kept glancing back at Yan Shixun.
He quickly rushed over, looking at him with puppy-dog eyes and gesturing with his hands to remind him that they were live streaming. He pleaded with Yan Shixun to endure and not lose his temper, or else he would cry immediately.
Yan Shixun suddenly felt that maybe back when he was at Binhai University, he shouldn’t have rescued Zhang Wubing on a whim just because he was annoyed during his nap.
Perhaps he should have broken this chain of karma right then and there.
He grunted heavily and, with some impatience, looked back at the live broadcast screen on the tablet.
The viewers who hadn’t seen Zhang Wubing’s actions were still unaware that the program had almost gone black again just now. They were eagerly typing in the live chat, waiting for Yan Shixun to answer their questions, wanting to hear from him directly that everyone was safe and sound.
Many of them had been following since An Nanyuan’s split-screen view, witnessing Yan Shixun rescue the others from life-threatening situations several times within the eerie and dangerous mansion. They had also seen the trust and admiration that An Nanyuan and the others had for Yan Shixun.
In moments of life and death, the psychological defenses are at their weakest, making it easier to trust and depend on the person who saved them.
Whether it was An Nanyuan, Bai Shuang, or the viewers who had experienced the entire live broadcast through their split-screen view, they all felt this way.
Moreover, Yan Shixun already possessed formidable strength, and the way he dealt with the monsters swiftly and decisively had a violent and audacious beauty that evoked an irresistible sense of reliance.
So, for the viewers, they would only truly feel at ease when they heard Yan Shixun report that everyone was safe with their own ears.
[Brother Yan, can you show us the others? We want to see everyone’s condition with our own eyes.]
[In the live broadcast of the rescue team next door, it seems that more than just Liu Yiyi got injured. There are people who got scared and started talking nonsense, and several others are injured. Brother Yan, what exactly happened after the live signal went out?]
[Hello, Yan Shixun, can you please respond to the questions raised by netizens about the show’s geological structure of Gui Mountain and whether the production team just randomly chose a location to act out the script?]
[Impressive, there are still people who think it’s staged at this point. Can you perform the same thing for us?]
[Actually, I’m more interested in knowing whether ghosts really exist in this world… These past two days, I’ve been running to the bathroom, always feeling like there’s a ghost chasing me…]
[Is there really a ghost in the villa? I used to be a firm atheist, but now I’m having doubts…]
[Before, I was getting anxious, so I did some research on the historical data of Gui Mountain. I found out that Gui Mountain used to be called Ghost Mountain! Many people have died there, it’s said that many who passed through Gui Mountain never returned, dying tragically on the mountain. Now, it seems like those rumors might be true!]
[Exactly! What are those bloodied figures? My friend who’s a doctor said they look like people who have had their skin peeled off, but how can they still walk if they don’t have skin? I’m so curious, I want to know so badly!]
[Stop it!!! You just reminded me of that creature lurking at the door the whole night. It’s given me a psychological shadow. Now, before I leave the house, I have to peek through the door crack to see if there’s anything outside.]
[These comments in the live chat are cracking me up. Some people are still questioning the script, and there are doubts about whether there are ghosts. Not me, though. I kneeled to Brother Yan on the first day, believed firmly.]
Perhaps it was because Yan Shixun’s stern expression earlier had effectively scared some viewers, but the comments asking about his personal life noticeably decreased. More people started focusing on the situation of the production team and the guests.
Since the split-screen views of all the guests hadn’t resumed the live broadcast, the rescue team and the production crew were in a frenzy, trying to calm down those who were frightened, tending to the injured, and gathering information about what had happened.
So, the main live screen, where information could still be obtained, continued to attract a constant stream of viewers and fans.
Yan Shixun summarized the most frequently asked questions and answered them concisely.
“We are in Gui Mountain, we’re not performing. Script? Never heard of it.”
“No one has died, but Liu Yiyi is indeed seriously injured. However, I trust that the professional rescue personnel from the authorities are here, so there shouldn’t be any problems. The other guests are emotionally unstable right now, so it’s not suitable for them to appear on camera immediately. For specific timing, ask Zhang Wubing.”
“Ghosts? Where would ghosts come from? It’s the modern age; let’s not indulge in superstitions.”
Yan Shixun chuckled and confidently stated, “The production team encountered an accident; after all, we’re in the mountains. Encountering some large animals is quite normal, right? As for those ‘skinless’ people you mentioned, that’s just ridiculous. We should believe in science and not say absurd things.”
“The fact is, there were unscrupulous individuals in the mountains who saw an opportunity for personal gain and ambushed the production team, resulting in injuries. As for those scenes you saw claiming ‘skinless’ people, those were just those individuals wearing special effects makeup and costumes, trying to create a supernatural hoax while taking advantage of the rumors of strange occurrences in Gui Mountain to cover up their unlawful actions.”
Yan Shixun spoke confidently into the camera, showing no signs of guilt.
Watching the live chat go silent, the viewers were momentarily disoriented, almost believing that what he said was true.
Seeing the sudden silence in the live chat, Yan Shixun thought he had explained things well and nodded in satisfaction, asking, “Any more questions? If not, I’ll end the livestream.”
The viewers who had been momentarily convinced: “ ????”
What was going on with this Brother? Just when they were ready to believe what he said, he was now threatening to end the livestream?
They hadn’t had enough of looking at that face!
Many celebrities, when angered, could lose the balance of their facial features, and some would even develop a distorted look or a sense of narrowness in their eyes.
However, Yan Shixun was different.
His chiseled and wild features leaned toward a rugged look. Whether it was his long eyebrows or his narrow, upturned eyes, they were as sharp as hidden knives. Soft and delicate descriptions had nothing to do with him.
Moreover, his appearance matched his personality. He had been dealing with ghosts and spirits for years. Evil spirits feared fierce individuals, and with his own ferocity and strength, he naturally exuded a wild and violent charm. This kind of beauty was even more vivid and full of vitality when he was angry.
As a result, the audience found that when Yan Shixun furrowed his brows in anger, he appeared even more sharply beautiful and wild compared to his usual calm demeanor, leaving some feeling a bit breathless.
Some fans even blushed as they secretly took screenshots of Yan Shixun’s recent frowning moment, feeling like they had fallen for him. They couldn’t believe they found Yan Shixun more attractive and charming when he was angry, making them want to intentionally provoke him and see his angry face.
When she hesitantly posted her thoughts and screenshots on social media, along with a question like, “Am I the only one who feels this way?” the number of likes rapidly increased.
Many people commented under her post: “Me too.”
“I thought I was the only one! I get so excited when I see Brother Yan get angry. I find him even more handsome when he furrows his brow. Am I beyond help?”
“+1, add me to the list.”
“Thanks for sharing the screenshots!”
“Oh my gosh, Brother Yan is a treasure! He can fight ghosts and ward off evil. Did you screenshot the scene where he jumped from the third floor to the first in the morning? Those sculpted muscle lines were incredible, he’s even willing to work hard to create stories for us! He’s amazing, and he’s putting in so much effort. How can you not believe in him?”
“…..I was originally a non-believer, but after reading your comment, I’m having second thoughts. Should I not believe to make him angry, or should I believe in his efforts?”
“I don’t care; I believe whatever Brother Yan says. I trust Brother Yan, may all ghosts and monsters be banished!”
This fan’s post quickly gained the approval of many people. Fans who wanted to follow Yan Shixun but couldn’t find any information felt like they had found a community. They immediately liked this comment and shared screenshots of their discussions in the comments, unanimously agreeing that they should trust Yan Shixun’s explanation.
—If there are any more baseless claims of ghosts, and the show gets banned, what will we do? Yan Shixun hasn’t even debuted or has any social media accounts. If this show gets banned, where will we watch Yan Shixun? Rely on ghosts?
Yan Shixun didn’t have any social media accounts, so he couldn’t see these fan discussions.
He thought he had completed his task and was about to call Zhang Wubing over to hand over the livestream to him. However, he suddenly noticed that the screen, which had only a few scattered chat messages earlier, was now flooded with messages. The scene was spectacular and seemed like it had been coordinated in advance.
[We believe! We believe, Brother Yan, please don’t end the livestream. Let’s chat some more.]
[Yes! We really believe you. It’s definitely the fault of those bad people. So, Brother Yan, what’s your social media account? What do you usually do for work?]
[Huh? What’s going on with the chat? I initially thought Brother Yan’s explanation made sense. But seeing your reactions, it seems like you’re just trying to placate someone. I’m starting to hesitate.]
[Don’t talk nonsense up there! This child really believes in science now. Brother Yan said the right things. So, Brother Yan, let’s chat a bit more. I’m getting anxious not seeing you.]
[I’ve never seen a ghost before, and I didn’t believe in them. But now I suddenly feel that if there are real ghosts, someone like Yan Shixun must be able to drive them away and protect us.]
Yan Shixun: “……”
“Do you all think I’m a fool?” He looked at the live broadcast camera in disbelief and displayed the barrage management interface on his tablet, pointing at the comments. “You don’t have to believe me, but isn’t typing tiring? Rest your fingers.”
Fans: Oh no, did he figure it out because our acting was too poor?
“However…” Yan Shixun raised his hand and stroked his chin, suddenly remembering the task that Zhang Wubing entrusted to him. It wasn’t about making the audience believe there were no ghosts; it was about having the audience say there were no ghosts.
Wasn’t this considered a success? Look how neat the comments are.
Satisfied, Yan Shixun nodded, got up, called Zhang Wubing back, and threw the tablet into his arms.
“Aren’t you trying to get the audience to say there are no ghosts? Now you can, I’ve explained it.”
Zhang Wubing hurriedly held the tablet that was thrown to him, and when he looked up, he saw Yan Shixun’s back walking in the other direction. He raised his voice and asked, “Brother Yan, where are you going?”
Yan Shixun waved his hand without turning back to Zhang Wubing.
Come on, all the corners where he could have a little nap were already taken. What else was he going to do? Of course, he was going to find another corner to relax.
Anyway, even if this lousy show miraculously continues, there’s a system of elimination based on popularity rankings. He should be able to leave this show in a few days. Since that’s the case, there’s no need to waste any more energy. He just needs to stay put, avoid the program team, who just encountered ghosts and might have low luck, from being plagued by something unclean, and then he can leave.
Yan Shixun threw himself into the farthest corner of the living room, facing away from the noisy crowd in the living room, onto the sofa. He let out a satisfied sigh and began to imagine returning home after receiving the commission fee.
But…..
Just as Yan Shixun closed his eyes, he suddenly remembered the divination he did at the beginning of the program journey, prompted by Liu Yiyi’s provocation.
The divination indicated that Liu Yiyi would leave the show very soon. This had already come true; given her severe injuries, Liu Yiyi wouldn’t recover in less than six months. Today, she would be airlifted from Gui Mountain.
However, the divination also had a second part, suggesting that he would replace Liu Yiyi…
What kind of nonsense divination was that? Was it broken?
Yan Shixun frowned.
Could it be that the divinations he cast were inaccurate because of the influence of the formidable ghosts in Gui Mountain he encountered earlier?
On the other side, the viewers who were originally admiring Yan Shixun’s beauty and taking screenshots were suddenly caught off guard as the person in front of the livestream camera changed.
A face that, although somewhat handsome, looked more like a foolish son of a landowner, appeared with a silly grin on their face.
Viewers: “Huh????”
Confused and disappointed.
Where’s Brother Yan? Their big Brother Yan, where did he go? He was just here, how did he disappear?
Zhang Wubing smiled and waved at the camera, saying, “Hello, everyone. I’m Zhang Wubing, the director of the ‘Heart-Pounding Journey of Ninety-Nine Days’ Right now, all the guests are occupied, so I’ll be handling the questions and explanations… Hmm?”
Zhang Wubing hadn’t finished speaking when he suddenly realized that the enthusiastic barrage of chat messages that had been flooding the screen just moments ago had all disappeared?
Even the real-time viewer count for the livestream had rapidly dropped, losing a digit in the blink of an eye.
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Thanks for the update
Ahahaksh.. The audience prefered choosing YSX than the director of the show.. 😅😅😂🤣🤣
YSX felt that his divination was broken..🤣🤣🤣😅😅
Thanks for the update chapter..
Aww he just a silly puppy..