Ling Zhenfei glanced inside, but he really couldn't make much sense of it, as it was a bit far away. However, he could hear the song and recognized it as by a very famous singer, Xue Yunyi.

Ling Zhenfei knew quite a few of Xue Yunyi's songs, which were really good, and considered himself half a fan.

"It's Xue Yunyi, huh. Didn't expect him to be on the Spring Festival Gala too."

Chu Bingqing said, "Wait a bit, when he comes down, I'll have him say hi to you."

Ling Zhenfei replied, "Is that okay? I don't even know the person."

Chu Bingqing laughed, "What's there to be afraid of? Maybe he'll want to get to know you. Maybe, it'll be an honor for him."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Are you kidding? He's a big star. Who am I? Why would he want to know me?"

Chu Bingqing said, "You're quite smart, how can you not see it? These stars have plenty of money but also a fear of death, and right now, you're an angel who conquers death. Who wouldn't want to know you?"

Ling Zhenfei thought about it and realized it did make sense. But as the saying goes, if King Yan orders you to die at midnight, who can leave you until dawn?

Just then, Chu Bingqing exclaimed, "It's done, he's coming out now. I'll go call him."

She then walked toward the stage, and Xue Yunyi noticed Chu Bingqing waving at him and approached with enthusiasm.

"Sister Bingbing, you're here too?"

Xue Yunyi seemed very polite, smiling as he spoke, quite different from other stars.

Chu Bingqing laughed, "Let me introduce a friend to you." Then she turned her phone around, so Xue Yunyi could see Ling Zhenfei.

Suddenly excited, Xue Yunyi exclaimed, "You're that Divine Doctor, Ling Zhenfei, right?"

Ling Zhenfei was genuinely surprised that Xue Yunyi actually knew who he was.

"Hello, I'm Ling Zhenfei. I just heard you sing; it was wonderful. I'm a fan of yours."

Xue Yunyi quickly waved his hand, "No, no, I'm your fan. I even follow you on Weibo and often look at what you post."

Ling Zhenfei was a bit taken aback, feeling slightly embarrassed not knowing that Xue Yunyi was following him.

"Alright, now that we're acquainted, we should get together sometime, or you could come to my villa for a break."

Xue Yunyi seemed genuinely interested in Ling Zhenfei's updates and said, "I heard your resort is about to open soon, right? I'll definitely visit when I have time. Don't find me bothersome then."

Ling Zhenfei was pleasantly surprised by Xue Yunyi's amiable personality.

Ling Zhenfei said, "Don't worry, if you come, I'll make sure you have a good time and let you try my cooking."

Xue Yunyi was truly pleased, "I've been wanting to hear that. I've longed to try your cooking for ages. Isn't your Xi Shan Restaurant about to open too? I'll definitely swing by when I have the chance.

The other day, the Modu Restaurant opened, but I couldn't make it. But when the Provincial City Restaurant opens, I can go since it's nearby."

Ling Zhenfei was taken aback, "You're from the Provincial City as well?"

"Yes, I'm from the Provincial City. Today I'm meeting friends from the Capital City, going home for New Year's greetings tomorrow morning."

Ling Zhenfei was surprised to find out Xue Yunyi was from the Provincial City and said, "I'm from Binyang, so we're not far from each other. Do come over when you get the chance."

"Sure thing, I have a few days off anyway. I'll visit when I have the chance."

After exchanging phone numbers, Xue Yunyi left, as big stars always have a lot going on.

Chu Bingqing introduced a few other celebrities to Ling Zhenfei, but it was just quick greetings, unlike the interaction with Xue Yunyi.

Chu Bingqing asked, "So, how does it feel meeting so many celebrities?"

Ling Zhenfei was a bit puzzled, "You seem to know a lot of people; you have connections with many big-name stars."

Chu Bingqing said, "You better stop. That's not what I'm asking. Didn't you notice that stars are no different from ordinary people? It's just that their jobs are different."

Ling Zhenfei paused, unsure what Chu Bingqing meant. Though she said this, stars are still stars, and they do have differences from ordinary people.

Ling Zhenfei said, "If there's no difference, then there's no difference. What are you trying to say?"

Chu Bingqing said, "Haven't you noticed a lot of people are biased against our profession?"

Ling Zhenfei nodded, "There's definitely bias because they don't understand, so they make wild speculations, which leads to prejudice."

Chu Bingqing asked, "What do you think is the ultimate fate of actresses like us?"

Ling Zhenfei was taken aback, "Fate? In what aspect?"

Chu Bingqing appeared slightly displeased, "Oh, I mean, who do we end up marrying?"

Ling Zhenfei thought for a moment and said, "Don't female stars usually end up marrying into wealthy families?"

Chu Bingqing replied, "I'm already part of a wealthy family, so I don't need to marry into one."

Ling Zhenfei thought about the celebrity marriages he knew of and said, "Celebrities generally end up with one of three types of people: marrying into wealthy families, marrying fellow actors, or marrying someone outside the industry."

"Exactly, this time you're actually making sense." Ling Zhenfei seemed slightly pleased with himself.

Ling Zhenfei asked, "What is it you're actually trying to convey?"

Chu Bingqing replied, "I really wonder what's going on in your head. Haven't I made it obvious enough?"

Ling Zhenfei was a bit puzzled at that moment, "Have you said anything besides that question?"

Chu Bingqing chuckled, "Forget it, I don't want to say more. I'm just tired, you know how many days off I've had this year?"

Ling Zhenfei shook his head, "Even working on the Lunar New Year's Eve, you must be worn out. That's why stars rarely marry people from outside the industry, even if they do, the divorce rate is high for this reason."

Chu Bingqing's expression turned slightly somber, and she finally said, "Alright then, I'll go chat with them and head home tomorrow."

Being a celebrity isn't easy. People only see their glamorous side, but who thinks about the pain they go through?

After ending the call with Chu Bingqing, Ling Zhenfei felt there was something more she was trying to say, but he just couldn't figure it out.

Chu Bingqing talked about female stars' ultimate fate—marriage—and claimed stars were no different from ordinary people. What was she really trying to say?

Just then, the clock struck the new year, and the sound of firecrackers echoed from the village. Luckily, Ling Zhenfei's house was near Fairy Lake, a bit away from the village, so it wasn't too noisy.

Ling Zhenfei was about to go to sleep but suddenly heard voices from the living room. When he went out, he saw Liu Bingying and Zhou Yun still chatting.

When they saw Ling Zhenfei come out, both turned to look at him, with eyes full of admiration and affection.

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