The Star's Child

[The main story is complete. Read with confidence.] Jian Kou was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, a second-generation celebrity. Her father is a top movie star, and her mother is a first-rate supermodel. Her godfather is an eccentric, acclaimed director, and her godmother is a major figure in variety shows. At 16, she could land luxury-brand endorsements. At 17, she could star in an adaptation of a hit property. At 18, she could appear on a prime-time variety show. At 23, she could even date Lin Jiu, a rising star who was just beginning to make his mark. And set off a massive media frenzy. Bystander A: She already has a whole bunch of incredible connections, and now she gets an incredible boyfriend too?! I'm so jealous qaq Bystander B: Lin Jiu did make the first move, but I don't think Jian Kou is his type... Bystander C: Something feels off. I'll bet they'll break up within two years. Most people didn't think their relationship would last, and believed Jian Kou was just a source of resources for Lin Jiu. Even Jian Kou thought so herself. But it didn't matter. As long as Lin Jiu could make her happy, that was enough. But when Lin Jiu finally won Best Actor and Jian Kou asked to break up, he was stunned. Why break up? Jian Kou: Because you don't need my resources anymore. Lin Jiu let out an angry laugh. "To hell with resources. From the very beginning, all I've ever wanted is you!" Content warnings: The man pursues the woman. The leads' feelings for each other are extremely unequal. Female-dominant, male-submissive. There are no normal people in this story. This is not a normal romance. The male lead teeters on the brink of turning evil and has masochistic tendencies. Couple: possibly-evil little loyal puppy x spoiled young lady who loves making a fuss. The story's guiding principles: bully the loyal puppy, leave the loyal puppy hanging, and give the loyal puppy a happy ending. Set in a fictional world, with a Hollywood feel. Not realistic, so don't take it too seriously. One-on-one romance, both leads' first time. Coming next: The Villain Is Counseling Me Again Blurb: After ten years adrift, Tang Jiu finally returned to the Tang family. She tried her best to please everyone, foolishly hoping she could fit into her new surroundings. But her parents only cared for her fake heiress sister, who pretended to be strong. Her master only pitied her fake heiress sister, who cried until she was drenched in tears. Even the childhood friend for whom Tang Jiu had risked her life, and who had promised to protect her forever, trusted only the considerate fake heiress sister. The night Tang Jiu went berserk and became possessed, she suddenly remembered that this world was a cultivation novel she'd once read, one of those stories where readers could invest in multiple romantic prospects. No matter how hard she tried, she was the supporting female character who could never win anyone's approval or affection. In the end, consumed by jealousy, she would become a demon and be killed by her childhood friend. The Heavenly Way told her that if she wanted to go home, she had to be killed by the great villain, Zhong Ji. Without hesitation, Tang Jiu went to find Zhong Ji. But she never expected that this young demon, who had just gone on a killing spree with blood still dripping from his blade, would fall silent for a moment after hearing why she'd come, then awkwardly and irritably try to comfort her. "Did someone bully you, so you can't take it anymore?" "What are you afraid of? Just stab them." "Forget it. Take this Spirit-Refining Pill first. Once you've swallowed it, tell me who bullied you, and I'll go kill them." Tang Jiu: ???????????????? Much later... Her parents suddenly realized that Tang Jiu was the one who truly loved them wholeheartedly. Her master suddenly realized that Tang Jiu, despite her mediocre aptitude, had surpassed his beloved disciple in cultivation. Her childhood friend suddenly realized that Senior Brother Zhong, who seemed to have "Keep the hell away from me" written all over him, had a little flower carved into his wrist. Tang Jiu loved leaving that mark on "her things." Everyone: Yikes! What immense regret! Weibo: Jinjiang Yizhen Come say hi to me~ Theme: Look at brainwashing narratives from a critical perspective.