Livestream Conflict-solver: The Whole Internet Begs Me for Justice!

175: This birthday gift is called ”Peace of Mind”!The scenery outside the car window gradually changed from modern skyscrapers to deep courtyards with gray walls and red tiles.

There were no high-rises here, only rows of courtyards with blue bricks and gray tiles, and sentries stood guard at the entrance of every single one.

The air was permeated with the scent of power.

Finally, the car stopped in front of a massive estate that looked unassuming yet occupied an enormous area.

A place that, in the truest sense, could make Yanjing tremble with a single stomp.

The vermilion gate, flanked by two majestic stone lions, silently displayed the identity of the estate’s owner.

The Liu Family residence had arrived.

The driver opened the door for the two of them.

”Sister Feifei, your family’s security is stricter than a 5A-rated scenic spot,” Zhang Ze joked, yet his eyes subtly scanned the posture of the guards at the entrance and what they carried on their waists.

An expert sees the true skill.

Those two men had definitely spilled blood.

Liu Feifei adjusted her suit skirt and took a deep breath.

”Let’s go, my... boyfriend.”

She proactively linked arms with Zhang Ze again, and this time, her palms felt slightly cool.

Zhang Ze gently patted the back of her hand with his free hand, and a warm current flowed through.

Liu Feifei was slightly startled and looked up at him.

Zhang Ze winked at her.

That expression seemed to say: Don’t be afraid. If the sky falls, I’ll hold it up for you.

Liu Feifei’s heart felt inexplicably much calmer.

The two walked through the main gate and proceeded down a long covered walkway.

In the courtyard, guests gathered in droves, dressed in their finest attire.

Everyone present was a prominent figure in various fields across the Dragon Nation.

There were rising stars of the political world, titans of the business community, and even several Old Generals who bore gold stars on their shoulders, long since retired but whose influence remained potent.

All eyes turned simultaneously when they saw Liu Feifei enter, arm-in-arm with a strange man.

”Oh, Feifei is back.”

A sarcastic voice rang out.

Liu Ming, who had been humiliated at the airport yesterday, was standing with a glass of red wine alongside his father, who was also Liu Feifei’s second uncle, Liu Jianjun.

Liu Jianjun was about fifty years old, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, appearing refined, but a hint of shrewdness and calculation shone deep within his eyes.

”Feifei, and who might this be?” Liu Jianjun adjusted his glasses and asked in a flat tone.

”Second Uncle, this is my boyfriend, Zhang Ze.”

”Boyfriend?” A meaningful smile tugged at the corner of Liu Jianjun’s mouth. ”The gates of the Liu Family aren’t open to just anyone. Young man, where do you work?”

This seemingly casual question was, in fact, the most direct way to assert dominance.

Family background, connections, and status were the only standards by which a person was measured in this setting.

Before Zhang Ze could speak, Liu Ming chimed in with an exaggerated laugh: ”Dad, you’ve stumped him! He’s a new emerging profession of the modern era—an internet celebrity, a Streamer! He livestreams fitness online every day, entertaining his fans. He’s really amazing!”

He deliberately emphasized the words ”internet celebrity” and ”entertaining his fans.”

A chorus of suppressed snickers immediately arose from the surroundings.

In the eyes of these people who considered themselves high society, an internet celebrity was no different from an ancient street performer’s troupe.

Liu Feifei’s expression instantly darkened.

However, Zhang Ze still wore that harmless smile on his face.

He took a step forward, naturally positioning Liu Feifei half a step behind him.

This subtle action warmed Liu Feifei’s heart.

”Second Uncle Liu must be joking.”

His tone was no longer frivolous, but carried the steady composure of someone long accustomed to a high position.

This was the power of the ”Master Actor (Advanced)” skill.

”I don’t have a proper job. I usually just invest in small businesses here and there, help people out, and scrape by.”

”However, I’ve recently become quite interested in the media and entertainment industry. I heard Second Uncle manages several cultural companies under the family’s banner? Coincidentally, in a few days, I plan to acquire one of the top three live streaming platforms in the country. I’ll have to ask Second Uncle for advice then.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the surrounding whispers instantly ceased.

Acquire one of the top three live streaming platforms in the country?

That’s a business worth tens of billions!

Was this young man bluffing, or... did he really have the capability?

Liu Jianjun’s pupils contracted slightly.

He couldn’t see through the young man in front of him.

The other party’s gaze was too calm.

”Haha, it’s a good thing for young people to have ambition.” Liu Jianjun chuckled, trying to gloss over the matter.

”I wouldn’t call it ambition,” Zhang Ze smiled and shook his head. ”It’s mainly that I have too much money, and it depreciates too quickly sitting in the bank, so I have to find a place to spend it.”

”...”

That was too boastful!

Yet, coming from his mouth, coupled with his nonchalant expression, it somehow failed to arouse any suspicion.

It was as if he was naturally meant to be this way.

Liu Ming was so angry his face turned green. He was about to retort but was stopped by a look from his father.

Liu Jianjun knew that until he figured out the young man’s background, pressing the issue further would only lead to self-humiliation.

Just then, a man who looked like a butler hurried over.

”Second Master, Miss Feifei, the Old Master requests your presence in the study.”

Liu Feifei sighed in relief, pulling Zhang Ze toward the back courtyard under the complex gazes of the crowd.

On the way, she couldn’t help but whisper, ”Are you really going to acquire a live streaming platform?”

”Of course it’s fake,” Zhang Ze reverted to his usual tone. ”Bragging isn’t illegal.”

”You...” Liu Feifei was both annoyed and amused. ”Aren’t you afraid they’ll investigate?”

”Let them investigate,” Zhang Ze shrugged nonchalantly. ”By the time they figure it out, the birthday banquet will be over. Isn’t that time difference exactly what we need?”

As he spoke, he communicated with the System in his mind.

”System, do you have any gifts suitable for a ninety-year-old Old Master? Something that can instantly stun the entire audience when presented.”

[Ding! Host requirement detected. Searching item database...]

[Item Recommended: Longevity Pill (Basic)]

[Effect: Clears most chronic illnesses and old ailments from the user’s body, enhances life vitality, and can extend healthy lifespan by 1-3 years.]

[Price: 500,000 fan favor value.]

Zhang Ze’s eyelid twitched.

Five hundred thousand? That expensive!

”Do you have anything cheaper? The effect just needs to be similar.”

[Ding! Screening alternative items for you...]

[Item Recommended: Body Strengthening Pill]

[Effect: Solidifies the foundation and cultivates vitality, enhances immunity. No cold for three days after consumption.]

[Price: 1,000 fan favor value.]

Zhang Ze: ”...”

The difference is too huge!

One extends life, the other cures a cold?

”System, do you think I’m easily fooled?”

[Ding! Item effect is strictly correlated with price.]

”Isn’t there a middle-tier option?”

[Ding! One special item found.]

[Item Name: peace of mind jade pendant]

[Type: Special Functional Prop]

[Effect: This jade pendant is nurtured by special energy. Long-term wear can slowly nourish the wearer’s body and alleviate various chronic elderly diseases. Its primary function is that when the wearer encounters a fatal danger (such as a stroke or sudden heart attack), the jade pendant will instantly shatter, releasing all its energy to secure precious golden rescue time (approximately 30 minutes) for the wearer.]

[Price: 10,000 fan favor value.]

This is good!

Zhang Ze’s eyes lit up.

Something like the Longevity Pill is too fantastical, and its origin would be hard to explain.

But this jade pendant is practically tailor-made!

It has both health benefits and acts as a portable ”life-saving talisman.”

For someone of Liu Zhenyun’s status, the greatest fear is a sudden illness striking without time for rescue. The thirty minutes provided by this jade pendant are more valuable than a thousand pieces of gold!

Furthermore, it is called the ”peace of mind jade pendant.”

This perfectly echoed what Zhang Ze had previously told Liu Feifei.

The best birthday gift is to give the Old Master ”peace of mind.”

”Buy it!”

[Ding! fan favor value -10,000. Remaining: 490,000.]

[”peace of mind jade pendant” has been stored in the System Space. Host may retrieve it at any time.]

The corner of Zhang Ze’s mouth curved slightly upward.

The birthday gift was settled.

Next, it was time to meet the legendary patriarch of the Liu Family.