Hot Search Alert! The Princess Goes Viral Worldwide-Chapter 124

A handsome middle-aged man walked in, exuding an air of refinement and elegance. He looked remarkably youthful, with only the faint lines at the corners of his eyes betraying his age.

"—It's Xu Yuhe, the award-winning actor!" someone exclaimed.

Xu Yuhe was notoriously low-key, known as a true devotee of acting. He was extremely selective about scripts, refusing to take on poorly written or cash-grab projects.

With his striking looks, exceptional acting skills, and gentle, gentlemanly demeanor, many had tried to court him in his younger days, eager to elevate his career. But Xu Yuhe remained unmoved, never allowing himself to be swayed by capital, focusing solely on his craft.

Because of this principled stance, he spent over a decade in the entertainment industry playing minor roles before finally gaining recognition.

A few years ago, a blockbuster film catapulted him to fame, and audiences finally took notice of this hidden gem of an actor.

His acting was truly phenomenal. Despite his dashing appearance, he was a chameleon on screen—so convincing in his roles that viewers often didn’t realize two vastly different characters were played by the same person.

In recent years, audiences had grown weary of being force-fed subpar performances by untalented stars. This shift gave actors like Xu Yuhe, who prioritized skill over hype, a chance to shine.

After his rise to fame, Xu Yuhe starred in numerous acclaimed works, winning multiple awards and amassing a massive fanbase.

Who wouldn’t adore such an actor? Handsome, talented, low-key, and free from scandalous publicity.

Xu Yuhe had always maintained a public image as a dedicated artist, spending most of his time on set, with no romantic entanglements—not even a whisper of a relationship.

So it came as a shock that such a man, known for his impeccable conduct, had a grown daughter.

What a bombshell!

The crowd instantly buzzed with excitement, their attention completely diverted from Huo Junya, who had been threatening to jump.

Huo Sanchun spotted Xu Yuhe, her expression flickering with confusion before settling into something complicated. She spoke, her voice tight, "You promised me you wouldn’t acknowledge her as your daughter."

At her accusation, Xu Yuhe’s brow furrowed almost imperceptibly. His reply was icy. "And you promised me you’d take good care of her."

Huo Sanchun paled.

She and Xu Yuhe had known each other since their youth. He was the first artist she managed when she entered the industry.

They had shared many tender, beautiful moments in their early years.

When Huo Sanchun became unexpectedly pregnant, Xu Yuhe wanted to marry and give their child a stable home. But she refused. She craved wealth, fame, and power—not a life of hardship.

Their clashing personalities led to constant arguments. Huo Sanchun was domineering, while Xu Yuhe, though outwardly gentle, was stubborn at his core. He refused to play along with her publicity stunts or take on roles he deemed beneath his standards.

Eventually, they parted ways amicably.

The more Huo Sanchun saw of the entertainment industry, the less she desired marriage. She decided this child would be enough and pressured Xu Yuhe to relinquish his parental rights, forbidding him from ever revealing his paternity.

Xu Yuhe kept his word, never interfering in Huo Sanchun’s life.

There were years when he struggled terribly, even considering leaving the industry, yet he never turned to her for help.

Now, Xu Yuhe moved toward Susu, intent on taking her away.

Susu stood surrounded by the crowd, bombarded with moral pressure—as if refusing to forgive Huo Junya would make her responsible for the girl’s death.

Everyone sided with Huo Junya, even Huo Sanchun, who had earlier apologized to Susu, now demanded she forgive her.

Just as Susu was on the verge of breaking down, Xu Yuhe appeared like a savior, shielding her without hesitation.

The dam holding back Susu’s tears finally burst. "Don’t cry," Xu Yuhe murmured awkwardly, his voice laced with helpless tenderness. "I’m sorry. Dad’s late."

Watching Xu Yuhe comfort Susu so lovingly, Huo Junya burned with jealousy.

As a child, she had once guest-starred in a drama alongside Xu Yuhe. Back then, he wasn’t famous, but his acting was impeccable, earning him the respectful title of "Teacher Xu" on set.

Teacher Xu was usually distant, often buried in scripts, yet he had taken a special interest in Huo Junya, even coaching her. But at the time, she dismissed him—unimpressed by his lack of fame and impatient with his acting lessons.

Noticing her disinterest, Xu Yuhe sighed in disappointment and stopped approaching her.

Now, she realized—he was Susu’s father.

Why did Susu get someone so wonderful? The thought of her own frail, bedridden father, suffering from ALS, filled Huo Junya with bitter resentment.

Life wasn’t fair!

In a fit of rage, Huo Junya screamed, threatening to jump if Susu left. She glared at Xu Yuhe, her eyes red. "You’re an award-winning actor. People in this industry guard their reputations. If you dare take Susu away, I’ll jump—and it’ll be on you! The great Xu Yuhe, responsible for a death!"

Xu Yuhe frowned.

Gu Nanyan had been standing by the entrance the whole time. She was the one who had tracked Xu Yuhe down. The actor was so reclusive, buried in filming, that he had no idea about the uproar over the "real vs. fake heiress" scandal online.

Had Gu Nanyan not intervened, he might never have known how much his biological daughter had suffered.

Fortunately, he was a man of integrity, willing to step up and genuinely heartbroken for Susu.

The situation had dragged on long enough, and Gu Nanyan’s patience was wearing thin. Huo Junya’s theatrics only added to her irritation.

With a slight frown, she flicked her fingers.

A gust of wind shot out, striking Huo Junya squarely.

A shriek pierced the air as Huo Junya toppled over the edge.

"Ahhh! Save me! Help!"

The safety cushion below broke her fall, but the impact from such a height shattered both her legs.

With the crisis resolved, Gu Nanyan turned to leave.

Susu spotted her immediately and rushed over, leaving Xu Yuhe behind.

"Nanyan sister," she called out.

Gu Nanyan paused.

The hallway was nearly empty now, the crowd having dispersed to witness the commotion downstairs. Susu approached, her voice tentative. "Nanyan sister, did you bring Xu Yuhe here?"

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"I am! I really am!" Susu nodded through her tears. "I’m just afraid you’ll abandon me. Nanyan sister, now that I’ve found my dad… will you leave me?"

"Silly girl," Gu Nanyan said softly. "It’s not that I don’t want you. But a life with a father’s love suits you better. There’s a void in your heart that only deep affection can fill."

Susu didn’t fully understand, but she trusted Gu Nanyan’s judgment.

"Nanyan sister, thank you," she cried out. "Meeting you is the luckiest thing that’s ever happened to me."

Gu Nanyan nodded. "You do have a bit of luck on your side." Most people never earned her favor.

Nearby, Feng Chengxi rolled his eyes.

Empress Gu, ever the humble one.