CHAPTER 241: CHAPTER 241: MY MOTHER ONCE GAVE ME A RAY OF LIGHT, I HOPE THIS LIGHT CAN ILLUMINATE YOU ALL

The entire venue erupted in cheers.

"Does Sister Bing always start her live streams so suddenly?"

"Is she afraid we’ll watch? The timing of this live stream is so unconventional."

"Streaming after six in the evening—that’s our Sister Bing for you."

Rather than leaving, more people poured into the store because of the broadcast.

The store, over a hundred square meters, was packed.

The shop owner was already excitedly turning on the huge screen.

This colossal screen was also something the shop owner had acquired to better appreciate Sister Bing’s stunning beauty.

The projector, the best model available at the time, had cost over one hundred thousand.

The level of professionalism here could rival a movie theater.

Xu Si, worried that Liang Mo might feel uncomfortable in the crowd and want to leave, hastily said, "Can we wait until after the live stream before leaving?"

Liang Mo’s face lit up with surprise. "You like Sister Bing too? You look so serious, not at all like someone who’d be a fan."

"I really like Sister Bing!"

Liang Mo excitedly hugged her. "Then we’re fans of the same person! Let’s go to Jiangnan sometime and try to meet Sister Bing."

"Mm-hmm."

Xu Si clutched her backpack tightly, her heart pounding.

The shop owner stared at the countdown to the live stream.

Everyone was caught up in the moment, joining in.

"Ten!"

"Nine!"

"Eight!"

"Seven!"

...

"Three!"

"Two!"

"One!"

After the count of "one," Fu Bing’s face appeared on the large screen.

Xu Si looked at Fu Bing on the screen, her eyes growing warm, tears threatening to fall.

Until today, Fu Bing had just been a name she often heard. Now, she felt a deep connection to her. Sister Bing was the hand that had pulled her from the mire.

Fu Bing smiled faintly. "Good evening, everyone. I know you must all be complaining about my unconventional timing for this live stream. But I was very eager to share today’s content with you all as soon as possible."

"President Lin invited me today to do a themed live stream for the upcoming Women’s Day. I spent seven hours brainstorming today’s theme and couldn’t wait to share it with you all."

"When President Lin first mentioned it, I hesitated. The topic is so broad; no matter what I say, it risks sounding one-sided, and I was afraid of disappointing many people."

"Recently, I met two exceptionally outstanding young women. They’ve navigated thorny paths and possess such great energy that they helped me cast aside my previous concerns."

"Every young woman’s blooming period is different; they absorb plenty of nutrients before they can blossom. Please, when you face thorny paths, protect yourselves as much as possible. If there are hurdles you can’t overcome, please come find me."

"Under my name, I’ve always had projects to support education, aid orphans, assist full-time homemakers, help solitary elderly individuals, and combat domestic violence. I’ve been quietly working on these for years."

"I know the path ahead is uncertain, and persistence is difficult. If, amidst your struggles, I can offer you a cup of water whose sweetness allows you to briefly forget life’s bitterness, then I think that is the kind of beauty I hope for."

"Being a woman presents a unique set of circumstances, but the world would be far less colorful without women. I sincerely hope that when others can’t see your light, you will protect the light within your hearts. Others will come seeking that light, helping to make it shine even brighter for you."

"Once, my mother lit the light in my heart. That light is still blossoming brightly and will never be extinguished in my lifetime."

"My team and I also hope to play a role like my mother did for me, helping your light shine brighter."

Xu Si watched Fu Bing’s face, tears streaming down her own before she even realized it.

Liang Mo quietly handed her a tissue.

Xu Si sniffed.

No one in the store spoke; all eyes were on Fu Bing.

The viewer count in the top-left corner of the live stream kept increasing, and the barrage of comments grew thicker.

As always, Fu Bing had the gifting function turned off for her live stream.

Yet, the viewership was astronomical: 340,000,000.

Fu Bing, looking at the rising numbers, propped her chin on her hand, a troubled expression on her face. "It seems I’ve said everything I wanted to, but it feels like a pity to end it now."

The chat immediately went wild.

"Don’t hang up, Sister Bing! Even if you don’t say anything, we enjoy just looking at your face."

"Please, don’t end it! For no reason, just please, I’m begging you!"

"I’ll do a sliding kneel for Sister Bing, hug her long legs, and nuzzle them hard!"

"I’ll hug her other leg!"

Fu Bing chuckled at the comments.

"Since that’s the case, I’ll write some cards for everyone. I’ll start by preparing two thousand cards. I’m afraid I won’t be able to send them all out if I make too many."

"Sister, do you have any idea how popular you are?"

"Twenty thousand would be gone in seconds, you know?"

"Bro, you’re being conservative. Two hundred cards would disappear in seconds!"

Fu Bing accepted the cards, pen, and paper Xiaomei handed her.

"Now comes the test of what books I usually read!"

The live stream switched to a dual-camera setup.

One camera focused solely on the words on the cards.

"Don’t retreat. Hear me out. People love your light, but I favor your darkness, your silliness, your mistakes. Let’s use flaws as the marks by which we find each other."

"What I await is the freedom of no longer having to wait; what is willingly given should not be taken for granted."

"Through my countless failures, why would you accompany me in my wanderings? In a parallel story, there must be a version of me who hasn’t failed you."

"Perhaps those listening to this song are also weathering storms in their hearts."

"Storms may come, but the future is full of hope. May you always stand strong and independent."

Fu Bing wrote, one character at a time.

Her handwriting was exquisite—stable and perfectly balanced.

Though the live stream was silent, no one wanted to leave.

They all watched the words flowing from Fu Bing’s pen.

Those words were ones many people had turned to for encouragement during their own times of distress.

Now, seeing them flow from the pen of someone they greatly admired, it only brought tears to their eyes.

After writing dozens of cards, Fu Bing asked, "Is this boring to watch?"

"Not boring! Not at all!"

"Sister Bing, how do we apply for a card?"

"Just leave a comment on my Douyu account. Once the recipients are chosen, my assistant will contact you for your shipping details."

"If you don’t receive one this time, don’t worry. I’ll write more when I have time in the future. I’ll do my best not to disappoint anyone who likes me."

"Also, my company is hiring. The specific requirements are on the official website, and I’m really looking forward to us becoming colleagues. I just hope you’ll go a little easy on me during team-building events and the annual company party."

"I’ve already submitted my resume!"

"Applied +1."

Fu Bing chatted while quickly writing.

"Regarding the charitable projects under my name, if you know anyone who meets the criteria, please help them apply for support." Fu Bing looked at Xiaomei. "Sister."

Xiaomei immediately posted the link and made a brief appearance on camera.

"Here’s the link. It contains a detailed form, so please read it carefully."

The comments erupted.

"Is that Sister Bing’s former assistant? It’s wonderful that she’s still with Sister Bing!"

"Buddy, don’t you see many of Sister Bing’s candid photos? Xiaomei is always with Sister Bing."

Xiaomei blinked. "Sister Bing saved my life. She’s the only family I have. Even a hundred years from now, there must be a place for me by her side."

With that, Xiaomei hugged Fu Bing tightly and nuzzled her affectionately.

"Sister, what I said is right, isn’t it?"

"Everything you say is right. Now, are you going to let go? You’re choking me."

Xiaomei immediately loosened her grip and handed Fu Bing a new card.

Everyone watching the live stream smiled.

They loved watching Fu Bing’s daily life, especially these heartwarming moments.

Every time they watched, they felt delighted.

Knowing that Fu Bing was well-loved and cherished, even in moments they weren’t part of, brought them a sense of peace and happiness.

Suddenly, a large hand gently grasped Fu Bing’s, and a warm voice said, "Your hand must be sore. Rest for a while."