A passerby instinctively took out their phone and secretly snapped a few photos, then posted them online.
The scandal between Ji Xiaoli and Zhong Canxi from a few days ago hadn't died down yet. As soon as these photos were posted, they immediately attracted a large number of onlookers.
Some people recognized the rich second - generation Zheng Nanfeng who had dined with Ji Xiaoli.
The showdown between the two men because of Ji Xiaoli could be said to have satisfied the hearts of countless young girls.
Even a new trending topic emerged -
#Who Should Ji Xiaoli End Up With#
On one side was the infatuated rich second - generation who was well - matched in social status, and on the other side was the gentle big star with a bright future in the entertainment industry.
I'm a Melon - Eater: I support Zheng Nanfeng. I think if they get together, being well - matched in social status means they'll have more in common.
Zhong Canxi's Little Fan: Our brother is so outstanding. Of course, she should choose our brother!
The comments from both sides made Ji Xiaoli popular again, which made Tang Qi half - mad with anger.
She was already extremely jealous of Ji Xiaoli's family background. Now that so many excellent men were chasing Ji Xiaoli, she felt even more unbalanced.
Immediately, she hired a large number of internet trolls to smear Ji Xiaoli.
The trolls worked efficiently after getting paid. They immediately commented everywhere that Ji Xiaoli was a green - tea bitch who had her eyes on more than one man at the same time. She neither rejected nor accepted the two men. Wasn't this exactly what a green - tea bitch did?
Once the negative sentiment was whipped up, more anti - fans joined in.
Ji Xiaoli's reputation began to polarize.
Some thought she was a role model for women, and people should live as freely as she did.
Others took out some so - called "female virtues" and started scolding her for being a green - tea bitch, money - worshipping, and showing off her wealth.
Seeing the popularity rising, the director was so happy that he slapped his thigh.
It didn't matter if a person had a bad reputation; what mattered was having popularity.
As long as the popularity increased, both fans and anti - fans would come to watch the show.
However, after much thought, the director decided to edit the show and highlight Ji Xiaoli's own excellence.
After all, to some extent, the popularity of this reality show was boosted by Ji Xiaoli and Zhong Canxi. One shouldn't forget one's roots.
Sister Chun and the others had been secretly observing the public opinion. Seeing this situation, they also used all their resources to promote "Be the Master of Your Life".
For a while, the ratings of this already popular reality show increased a lot.
This episode of the show was edited from the day Ji Xiaoli joined the group until the day Zheng Nanfeng arrived.
The director had great skills. He shot the daily life of these days in a lively and full - of - twists - and - turns way.
The main plot was about setting up stalls and doing business, while the sub - plot was about the entanglements among the guests.
Even the argument between Tang Qi and Ji Xiaoli was included in the edit. With this contrast, Ji Xiaoli's reasonable side was even more prominent.
This made many anti - fans start to have doubts. This person didn't seem that bad after all.
As they continued watching, when it came to the part where Ji Xiaoli taught Xiao Wu about business, many netizens were a bit stunned.
Was Ji Xiaoli really this amazing?
The program group also showed some footage of Ji Xiaoli chatting with customers.
Ji Xiaoli always maintained a warm and amiable attitude. Even the most aggressive customers were softened.
Green Sunflowers in the Garden: I'm so stupid. I only knew that Ji Xiaoli could spend money. I didn't expect her to be so good at making money.
Lulu: Ditto. I found that this lucky girl is really capable.
Tamagoyaki: I finally understand why at the same age, she's a billionaire while I'm in debt.
As if in a blink of an eye, the two - hour main part of the show was over.
Many viewers, including anti - fans, felt a bit reluctant to let it end.
They even thought that Ji Xiaoli was a nice person.
The program group also specially showed some behind - the - scenes footage at the end of the show.
When the netizens saw this, they burst out laughing.
This behind - the - scenes footage was about the day when Zheng Nanfeng and Zhong Canxi were competing with each other.
Both of them were eager to show off. One went to carry the cake, and the other went to decorate the cream.
As a result, one knocked over the cake, and the other squeezed the cream into lumps.
Ji Xiaoli was so angry that she put her hands on her hips and started scolding the two of them.
"You two, you keep saying you're here to help, but all you do is cause trouble..."
The two of them were like kindergarten kids, hanging their heads in dejection while being scolded.
The netizens were highly amused.
I'm Having Hot Pot Today: I'm also stunned. I only knew that she could spend and make money and had abilities, but I didn't expect Ji Xiaoli to be so down - to - earth.
Picka: I have a bold idea. Why do I feel like this is just like a mom scolding her sons?
Know - It - All: Me too... I even feel that she's just like my mom scolding me at this moment.
Liang Xiaobai: You guys above are so crazy. It's so funny.
Because of this behind - the - scenes footage, Ji Xiaoli, as a well - known and down - to - earth figure, gained a lot of fans again.
Tang Qi was so angry that she was beside herself.
She had clearly spent money to hire trolls to smear Ji Xiaoli, but not only did it not work, but it also made Ji Xiaoli even more popular.
Even the leader of the trolls contacted her and said, "Sorry, I'm a fan of Ji Xiaoli now. I won't do this job anymore."
Then the troll leader immediately transformed into a big fan and joined Ji Xiaoli's fan club.
At the same time, Ji Changmin also called Ji Xiaoli.
"Xiaoli, Dad wants to apologize to you."
Ji Xiaoli was confused when she heard this. "Dad, why are you apologizing all of a sudden?"
Ji Changmin said earnestly, "Dad was wrong. Fortunately, I listened to your mom and invested as you said that day."
Ji Xiaoli understood and immediately teased him, "Dad, I told you it was right to trust me."
Ji Changmin laughed heartily. "That's right. You're our lucky star. By the way, I've already transferred your share of the dividends to your account."
Ji Xiaoli didn't refuse.
She knew this was her father's kindness.
After receiving the money, she immediately invested half of it in the company and transferred the other half to several reliable charities.
The people in the charity organizations were trembling when they saw the huge amount.
"Miss Ji, are you sure you want to donate all 10 billion?"
Ji Xiaoli nodded. "Yes. In addition, I'll send a full - time secretary to supervise the use of these charitable funds."
The people in the organizations understood, after all, the amount was too large.
To show their gratitude, the charity organizations even publicly announced the projects on Weibo and @ Ji Xiaoli.
As a result, when some media dug deeper, they found that it wasn't just one charity organization that had @ Ji Xiaoli.
Immediately, some anti - fans sourly said, "She's just squandering her parents' money."
I don't know where a super - resourceful reporter got the news from Ji Changmin's company.
The charitable funds donated by Ji Xiaoli were all from her personal investment dividends!
Then, official media such as People's Daily specially praised Ji Xiaoli by name and called on young people to learn from her.
The anti - fans had nothing to say. At this point, Ji Xiaoli became a big star in the entertainment industry.
Once a person becomes popular, countless program groups start to invite Ji Xiaoli.
Sister Chun was beaming. She handed the invitations to Ji Xiaoli. "Boss, look. Now you're famous all over the country."
She even thought she was going to get a raise.
Ji Xiaoli raised an eyebrow. "Am I really that popular?"
Sister Chun said excitedly, "Boss, you don't know. You're very popular online. These invitations are the best proof."
Ji Xiaoli looked calm. "It's not worth caring about. It's just a small thing."
Sister Chun admired her in her heart.
Sure enough, as the boss, her state of mind and realm were different from ordinary people.
If she were this popular, she would definitely be over the moon.