The Useless Stepmom Brings Her Kids to Reality TV Shows to Photograph Them

64 Act First and Report Later

“Probably because he was never treated gently by the world, but he still remains gentle despite it all. Just like how I get criticized for doing anything here, but I still try to be positive. Hehe.” This was the reason why Lin Wan had found this spot in the orchard in the first place.

Lin Wan was smiling when she said that, but Li Yanchen’s heart sank. He felt bad for her.

“I’m not a very good singer, but I’m a good sport. You sing very well, so you must be amazing at it. I just hope that I won’t lead you astray.” Li Yanchen knew that if he backed off now, he would be ruining his image. In order to help Lin Wan regain her confidence, he had to do this.

“Eh. I am fine just lying here. Whoever wants to show off can do so.” When they announced the new task, nobody had said it was compulsory to participate. Lin Wan understood that those who belonged in this world needed to accumulate popularity and build a reputation for themselves. But she didn’t belong in this world. She had transmigrated from a different world. She might return to her own world very soon. So, what was the point of showing off?

“You’re afraid I’ll drag you down? Then you can sing alone, I can just help with the beats.” What Li Yanchen meant was that if Lin Wan attended the event, he could accompany her and help her out in any way he could.

Lin Wan was confused. She narrowed her eyes at Li Yanchen. ‘This man couldn’t possibly think that I am unwilling to participate because of stage fright, right?’

“The people in the live broadcast room are just netizens who we will never meet before. I know it’s daunting to face the camera, but it can be done.” Li Yanchen thought that since Lin Wan was Mrs. Li now, nobody would dare bully her like in the past, so she could do whatever she liked.

From Li Yanchen words in the past few days, Lin Wan had understood a few things about the original host of the body. The original owner was definitely very introverted. It was no wonder he was always so surprised when she took the initiative to do something or said no outright.

Lin Wan’s eyes flickered. She brushed off the doubts in her heart. “I just don’t want to. I just want to sleep here.”

She then closed her eyes and ignored Li Yanchen.

Li Yanchen’s face darkened. He suspected that he was being too anxious for success. He wanted to strike while the iron was hot when he saw Lin Wan slowly recovering and becoming happier. However, he had forgotten that her illness was not that easy to cure. He should give her some time and let her recover slowly.

“Alright, then. I’ll stay here with you. We won’t be participating.” Li Yanchen laid down on the cardboard box.

Feeling the man lying down next to her, Lin Wan looked up. She met the man’s bright eyes and closed her eyes, guiltily. However, the doubts in her heart grew even more.

It was already two in the afternoon; the children were anxious in the courtyard trying to come up with something for the talent show. They didn’t know whether they should discuss that or go and find their father.

[Are XuanxuAn and his little brothers discussing the talent show? they came back for a meal and went out to the courtyard together, but they haven’t appeared until now.]

[Everyone is preparing for it. Why is the Li family not doing anything? Is Lin Wan planning to give everyone a surprise?]

[You’re thinking too much. During lunch, I heard Xuanxuan ask what talent she’ll be showcasing in the afternoon. Lin Wan spread her hands and said she doesn’t know anything.]

[Lin Wan must be joking. It’s just a smokescreen. In reality, she’s hiding her big move.]

[Does the commenter above have a kindergarten degree? You are so na?ve.]

“Father said he was going to the orchard. Brother, you stay at home with Jiejie. I’ll go get them.” Li Zexin, who was the last to care about honor, was the most concerned about the task.

Li Zexuan understood that his younger brother was trying to show off in front of Xiao Yi.

[Why is little brother so enthusiastic? Have you really turned over a new leaf in your life?]

[Who would’ve thought that the rebellious Li Zexin would become the most active person to participate in missions.]

[You look just like me when I’m trying my best to up my skill while chasing my girlfriend.]

[Hahahaha. Admiration makes one improve.]

Li Zekai leaned on the stone table, his hand supporting his chin. “Brother, I have an idea.”

The little boy stood between his two brothers and whispered to them.

“Smart! I will carry the camera to the orchard.” Li Zexin nodded.

“Auntie brought a pretty dress. I’ll go get it.” Li Zekai got down from his stool and went inside.

“But I don’t want to talk to Auntie Song Jing. She’s quite busy.” Li Zexuan didn’t want to ask for help at all.

The three brothers decided to act first and report later. They moved the camera to the orchard. In the afternoon, their father had mentioned that Lin Wan sang very well. They wanted to set up a stage for her, prepare beautiful clothes, and ask Song Jing to do some makeup. Lin Wan would only shout a few things at them but she would not refuse. At least, they hoped she wouldn’t.

Even if she was a salted fish, she should participate in just one task.

[What kind of century-old suggestion did the Cub give? Why didn’t they let us hear it?]

[What are they plotting? I only heard the words “an idea”. What idea is it? Why can’t they share it with us? Uncles and aunties can give you some advice.]

[They all ran away? What are they planning?]

[Director, Li Zexuan’s house is empty again. Will you only show us the big banyan tree every day?]

[Fine, fine! Xuanxuan is a top-celebrity. I will bear with it. Reporting to Beiwei fans.]

[The camera is shaking. Who’s running with the camera?]

[Help! I’m dizzy!]

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The person carrying the camera was Li Zexin. The boy jogged all the way to the orchard, but he did not direct the camera at Lin Wan yet.

On the other hand, Li Zexuan unwillingly went to Anan’s house. Anan was so excited that she walked in circles in the courtyard. “Brother Xuanxuan, are you here to play with me?”

Li Zexuan smiled awkwardly. “Unfortunately, no. Where is Auntie Song? I need to ask her for some help.”

Anan led Li Zexuan to the backyard. “Brother Xuanxuan, I want to help too!”

“Thank you,” he said.

Song Jing, who was still practicing her makeup on An Yang, saw Li Zexuan and put down the brush. “Li Zexuan? Is everything alright?”

Before coming to the venue, Song Jing had researched all of the participating families. Other than the young ones, everyone in the Li family was cold and aloof. They would not take the initiative to visit anyone, and they would at most greet each other when they met.

“Auntie, can you help Ms. Lin with her makeup?” Li Zexuan was even more nervous than when he was participating in an acting competition. He had promised his brother that he would help their annoying stepmother.

Song Jing’s heart skipped a beat. ‘Li Zexuan wanted her to do Lin Wan’s makeup? So, Lin Wan had a talent to showcase? Wasn’t she on bad terms with her stepsons? Why did a cold and distant person who rarely spoke personally come to ask her for help?’

“Just something simple will do. Just so she is not bare faced,” said Li zexuan, thinking that Song Jing’s silence meant that she didn’t want to help.

“Mom, let’s go and help!” Anan tugged at her mother’s skirt.

“Okay, give me a few minutes. I’ll remove the makeup on A Yang’s face first.”

Li Zexuan stood quietly at the side waiting for Song Jing to be done.

In Lin Wan’s room, Li Zekai found a light-yellow dress on the clothes rack. Compared to Xu Xiaoxiao’s and the others’ sparkling dresses, this dress was ordinary, but to him, this was Lin Wan’s most beautiful dress.

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