With the show recording over, Ji Fei could finally start her well-deserved three-day break at home.

Naturally, these days were spent leisurely on the internet, observing the entertainment industry shake-up.

Her title as the “Entertainment Judge” was growing more mysterious by the day.

In the living room, the Qin family sat together, chatting.

Qin Rong was laughing uncontrollably, showing Ji Fei her phone.

On the screen was a spicy comment from a netizen: “Thought Ji Fei’s persona would be the first to crumble, but it’s everyone else’s falling apart! You have to admit, there’s something mystical about her.”

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Ehhh, let’s just say there might be a bit of mystical power with me, yeah.”]

Hearing Ji Fei’s commentary, the Qin family couldn’t help but recall her system—definitely some mysticism at work!

“Look at this one,” Qin Yan added with a grin. “They say they’ll only follow people you approve of next time. No one wants to lose both their heart and their wallet if their idol gets exposed.”

“Seems Ji Fei’s become a trendsetter,” Qin Mom chuckled.

Ji Fei joked, “My DMs are full of people asking for my ‘judgment’—I’ve basically become a star-detecting master.”

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Following stars is just like marriage; it may start well, but in the end, it’s all about character. I can’t guarantee who’s going to keep it together.”]

The Qin family nodded in agreement.

“Oh, by the way, is Yu Rouyin officially signed with your studio now?” Qin Mom asked curiously.

Qin Zhao, who was helping Qin Xi build a model, glanced at the time and replied, “Almost. Today, Pei Mingxuan’s going with her to finalize her contract termination with her old company, then it’s official.”

“Make sure you’re fair with her contract,” Qin Mom reminded. “She’s been through enough as it is.”

Qin Dad and Qin Mom, being kind-hearted people, had already decided to extend benefits to Yu Rouyin by transferring her grandmother to the best rehabilitation center under the Qin Group. Qin Yan had even overseen the arrangements personally.

Qin Zhao sighed, “Do we look like we’re short on money? The contract’s giving her plenty of freedom.”

Ji Fei laughed, “According to Sister Pei, they’re grooming her for the big screen, aiming for an international Best Actress award. With her talent, her future value is limitless.”

Everyone was pleased to see Yu Rouyin finally on this path to success.

Just then, Ji Fei’s phone vibrated. She glanced at it and noticed a direct message from one of her smaller, secret accounts.

“Are you free to take some photos?”

Ji Fei froze for a moment.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Oh, right. I’d used this account before to pretend to be a paparazzi and sell exclusive footage to media outlets. They’re actually hiring me? Let’s see what kind of gossip they need photographed…”]

At first, the Qin family didn’t pay much attention to this sudden distraction, but then Ji Fei’s loud thoughts almost made their ears ring—all except for little Qin Xi, who was blissfully unaware.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “They want me to take photos of Yu Rouyin and Zong Chun having an affair in a hotel!”]

Qin Family: “What?! Everyone knows the Zong couple’s been entangled with Yu Rouyin, who’s clearly an innocent victim. Who’s dumb enough to ask for affair photos at a time like this?”

Ji Fei sat up, thumbs flying as she quickly messaged back for more details.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “What? Someone anonymously tipped the media, claiming that Yu Rouyin and Zong Chun would be meeting at XX Hotel, room YY tonight. That’s why they’re scrambling to hire a top-notch paparazzi to get exclusive shots. Nonsense! There’s no way that’s true!”]

The Qin family also found it absurd—it was pure slander.

Apparently, the media outlet didn’t care about verification. They’d rather take a shot in the dark than risk missing a potential scandal, which is why they were paying paparazzi to investigate.

After all, whoever held the reverse narrative scoop would instantly dominate the media traffic.

If they got “proof,” this story would flip the script. Not only would Yu Rouyin’s reputation suffer, but it would drag down the supporting actresses and the Top Flow Group as well.

Ji Fei could sense the other party’s excitement even through the screen—media outlets treated juicy secrets like treasure.

If they got the photos, they could hint at their scoop to make the subject negotiate. If the price wasn’t right, or if a rival offered more, they’d just publish it.

Since Ji Fei had provided exclusive footage before, they thought she was some high-level paparazzi with insider connections, which is why they approached her.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Ha! So they want the ‘Entertainment Judge’ to ruin her own image? Dream on… Wait, I don’t actually care that much about maintaining an image… Tch, whatever! I need to figure out what’s going on!”]

The Qin family fell silent, awaiting her verdict. They all thought it was likely a misunderstanding.

Then, Ji Fei’s sudden outburst jolted them.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “What a vile couple! They’re actually plotting to frame Yu Rouyin!”]

The Qin family was shocked. Until now, neither Yu Rouyin nor the Zong couple had spoken publicly, indicating they wanted the situation to cool down quietly.

From Yu Rouyin’s perspective, without concrete evidence, she knew better than to overreach and risk alienating public sympathy—she was willing to let things lie.

As for the Zong couple, they should’ve kept a low profile. Their scandals were unsubstantiated, so if they stayed quiet, it would likely blow over without the severe consequences others had faced, like public shaming and forced retirement.

And yet, now it seemed they were stirring up trouble again.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “They’re planning to drug Yu Rouyin to make it look like she seduced Zong Chun, have paparazzi catch it, and then release it through media outlets… Ugh! So the source feeding the media this story is actually Mrs. Zong, staging a whole infidelity scandal!”]

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “The goal is to convince netizens that Yu Rouyin was trying to seduce Zong Chun, supposedly causing Mrs. Zong’s misunderstanding about the divorce. Then Zong Chun could claim he only skipped the performance to avoid her advances.”]

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Since they left no evidence behind, flipping the narrative with staged seduction photos would give them the perfect cover, clearing their names completely.”]

The Qin family was horrified. Before, they thought the Zong couple was shameless; now, they saw just how twisted they really were.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “Wait a minute! Isn’t Mrs. Zong head-over-heels in love with Zong Chun? How could she bear to go this far? Is she planning to stop it before things go too far?”]

Qin Family: “Of course! Otherwise, wouldn’t that just let that shameless old man Zong Chun succeed?”

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “What?! She told Zong Chun she’d step in to stop it, but she’s actually planning to drug him too, framing both of them in a staged affair! She wants to ruin Yu Rouyin and trap Zong Chun by her side forever… Wow… talk about a twisted plot.”]

The Qin family’s heads were spinning—it was like an unhinged, middle-aged version of a toxic love story.

> [Ji Fei’s Inner Monologue: “But seriously, lady! If you want to deal with that freeloader, fine, but why drag an innocent girl into it?”]

The Qin family looked at Ji Fei, anxious. What now? Since they knew about the plot, they had to step in and save her!