After Becoming a Cannon Fodder Side Character, I Became the Group’s Favorite (GL) - Chapter 54

Xu Chacha’s momentary whim unexpectedly led to a significant boost in sales.

Watching the soaring number of followers, she felt that she might have chosen the wrong major; she should have gone home to inherit her billions.

Xu Chacha didn’t post frequently on Weibo. She would manage to squeeze out a selfie only every few months. Besides her latest post promoting AS, the one before it was a selfie from August of the previous year.

In the photo, she was wearing a creamy yellow dress, posing with a lily flower she saw by the roadside. Her smile and the sunlight combined so effortlessly, yet it made people feel happy just by looking at it.

[Streamer, streamer, is there a link for the floral dress? I can find a problem for you to solve right now.]

[I admire the sister above for this reverse psychology.]

[Streamer, streamer, where can I buy this face? I can mail you a copy of Huanggang (a famous test prep series).]

Xu Chacha, in front of the screen, laughed out loud, finding these netizens quite amusing. As she was laughing, a flash of inspiration struck her, and she edited her Weibo bio, adding Wen Mubai’s studio.

“So many beautiful clothes here, buy it, buy it, buy it! $rightarrow$ BC Studio”

Sharp-eyed people followed the link, browsed the page for no more than five seconds, and quickly returned.

[Streamer, are you there? Why do you think we can afford haute couture?]

Because Xu Chacha’s live streaming was so effective, Tang Doudou’s team was interested in collaborating with her to host another live stream in a similar format.

Following Xu Chacha’s suggestion, the live stream platform was still set as Orange, and the live stream account used was AS’s official account.

The event was announced and promoted two days in advance. Tang Doudou had recently starred in a web drama. Although it was low-budget, the chemistry between the main characters and the fresh plot led to excellent data after the show aired. She was in a period of rising popularity, so as soon as the announcement was posted, the front row was immediately filled with her fans.

[Tang Doudou! You finally decided to work!]

[Tang Dou, Mom misses you, wuwuwu. Can you post nine consecutive selfies to celebrate reaching ten million Weibo followers?]

But unexpectedly, a few of Xu Chacha’s fans could also be seen scattered in the front row.

[Streamer, I have my problems ready. Is the price the same as before? Two Lele Ice Creams for one reading comprehension question, five for one advanced math problem.]

[I heard this Teacher Xu teaches very well. Does she offer tutoring? Can she teach third grade?]

[Hahahaha, help! I’ll @XuChacha for you and ask!]

[@XuChacha, Teacher Xu, they are asking you. Start a class!]

Xu Chacha’s curiosity was piqued. She clicked on the person’s homepage and found she was indeed a mother. She had a subtle feeling that the situation was moving in a direction she couldn’t control…

AS didn’t use their own people; they hired a popular streamer from a short video platform to drive traffic. The considerable amount of money spent showed how seriously they took this event.

Tang Doudou and Xu Chacha arrived half an hour early to review the script with the streamer.

Their outfits were coordinated in advance: one in pink and one in blue, sitting on either side of the main streamer.

However, Tang Doudou kept reaching out to Xu Chacha to talk or hand her things.

“Chacha, this heating pad is so useful. I specifically had my manager bring one for you.”

“Did you miss me?”

“Your makeup looks really nice today. When can we go out for dinner? I know a hotpot place that’s super delicious.”

The streamer, Shasha, looked slightly helpless in the middle. “Would the two of you like to sit next to each other?”

“It’s fine, please continue,” Xu Chacha gave Tang Doudou a look, signaling her to restrain herself.

This worked. Tang Doudou pouted and became much more obedient.

The three of them reviewed the process and talking points. Shasha suddenly started coughing. The first cough was hard to control. She turned away, covering her throat, and kept coughing.

Xu Chacha noticed her complexion didn’t look very good and asked worriedly, “Do you have a cold?”

“It’s not a cold.” Shasha recovered a bit, but her neck was still red. She gently rubbed her throat to catch her breath. “It’s just my throat. It’s an old problem.”

Xu Chacha nodded. Before coming, she had done her homework and watched Shasha’s live stream. She noticed Shasha always maintained an energetic image with a high voice and cheerful tone. But each stream lasted for hours, and talking for so long would dry out her mouth. She also had to shout to create atmosphere, so her throat definitely couldn’t handle it.

“I just brewed some pang da hai (malva nut) today. Would you like me to pour you some?” Xu Chacha picked up a thermos from beside her feet.

In fact, given its size, calling it a “jug” wouldn’t be wrong.

“Hahaha, you’re quite meticulous.”

“Yes, I’m terrified of dying,” Xu Chacha said, half-seriously, half-jokingly.

“Please pour me a little. My throat really is a bit uncomfortable.” Shasha held out a paper cup with both hands. “Thank you, darling Chacha.”

“No problem.” Xu Chacha then asked Tang Doudou, “Do you want some too?”

“Yes, yes, yes!” Forget malva nut, Tang Doudou would drink poison if Xu Chacha poured it for her.

Xu Chacha poured her a cup and poured one for herself. The three of them held their paper cups and took a synchronized sip. The hot tea rushed into their throats. They held it in their mouths for a moment before slowly swallowing.

“Hah… burp…” x3

The three of them paused, surprised that the sounds were so synchronized. Before they could react, the staff on the side started laughing.

They couldn’t help but be infected and burst into laughter as well.

The live stream started precisely at eight o’clock.

Fans eagerly waited in front of their screens, clicking on the link to enter.

[Ahhh! Tang Dou is so beautiful today! Stylist gets a drumstick!]

[Selling ice cream in the middle of winter, Shasha, you’ve worked hard, hhh.]

[Excuse me, is this Teacher Xu? I have a question I’d like to ask.]

Xu Chacha pretended not to see those comments, maintaining her professional smile, sitting there like a cardboard cutout.

Today was AS’s special event, so the table was filled with different varieties of ice cream.

Xu Chacha looked at them, and her teeth hurt a little.

Shasha had her and Tang Dou say a few words each, then started the main topic.

“Everyone must be familiar with this. For example, my favorite when I was little was AS’s large milk brick. It’s cheap and lasts long, and if we look at the ingredient list, there are absolutely no additives, only basic ingredients and no added water! And look at the ice cream bars; the chocolate used is pure cocoa butter…”

It had to be said that Shasha must have put in a lot of effort to reach her current position. While selling goods, she still had the presence of mind to include the two of them in the conversation.

“We have a huge surprise for our darlings today,” Shasha gave a mysterious smile and raised her voice. “How many fans of these two little beauties are in the live stream? Type ‘1’ in the comments. Let me see.”

The comment section was instantly covered in the number ‘1’. Shasha laughed and said, “Today, we’re giving away autographs with the purchase of a shaved ice machine, plus a limited-edition Q-version badge! Only tonight!”

Tang Doudou and Xu Chacha signed cards on the side. Once signed, the staff would collect them.

“How many autographs…” Shasha held up two fingers. “Twenty autographs, and the Q-version badge is included with every purchase in my live stream, so what are you waiting for, darlings? Hurry and add it to your cart!”

[Twenty copies is impossible to get!]

[Add a little more, autographs!]

Tang Doudou always indulged her fans. “It’s okay. Teacher Xu and I have agreed to sign here all night until the stream ends. We’ll sign as many as we can.”

[Hahahaha, Tang Dou is calling her Teacher Xu too.]

[Quick, look at Teacher Xu. She’s signing so fast! Tang Dou only has this many, but she’s already sent down two stacks.]

Xu Chacha finally looked up and spoke. “Although Teacher Xu’s autographs aren’t worth much, Teacher Xu signs fast. I hope the darlings who receive them study hard and don’t disappoint me.”

[No, Teacher Xu, stop! We can’t learn without your teaching!]

[Teacher Xu, stop, stop! We can’t afford to buy anymore!]

[One machine is 888 (currency), hilarious. Do you think I don’t want an autograph? I simply can’t afford it.]

“Nonsense! If they don’t want it, I do!” Tang Doudou said. “I love Teacher Xu! I’ll buy ten machines at my own expense!”

“Sure,” Shasha didn’t hesitate. “Staff, bring over our payment QR code. We’ll unbox them live to see if Doudou drew an autograph.”

[Tang Dou: I didn’t see that coming?]

[Tang Dou: You’re making money off your own people too, sister!]

“I thought I could use some back door to get one,” Tang Doudou said bitterly. “Sister Shasha, don’t be so righteously ruthless.”

“Come on, darling,” Shasha ignored her, holding the POS machine in front of her.

[Hahahaha, Shasha is a ruthless sales machine. Tang Dou, surrender.]

[Looks like pouting doesn’t work on Shasha.]

Tang Doudou gritted her teeth and scanned the code. The staff placed ten shaved ice machines in front of her.

“Why do I feel like I’m opening a blind box?” Tang Doudou rubbed her hands and opened each box.

“I got one! I really did!” Tang Doudou put the autograph card in front of the camera for a close-up.

Xu Chacha signed quickly but definitely not perfunctorily. She not only wrote her name but also drew a cute cartoon smiley face next to it.

“It’s so cute! I’m going to keep it.”

[Tang Dou really loves Teacher Xu, hahaha. Was she tutored privately?]

[Tang Dou said in a previous interview that they’ve known each other since they were kids.]

[Speaking of which, I couldn’t help but go back and watch Little Sugar Dou’s embarrassing childhood videos, hahahaha.]

“Wow, wow, wow! There’s another one!”

Tang Doudou finished unboxing all ten boxes and got two autographs.

[That winning rate is too high. I suspect some manipulation.]

[Hilarious. Look at Teacher Xu next to her, signing more seriously than copying a book. How can you say that?]

[I suspect if she keeps signing like this, they’ll have to put two cards in each machine box to cover the demand.]

Shasha saw the comments cueing Xu Chacha. Xu Chacha looked up, flexing her fingers. “Thank you, Teacher Tang. I will continue to work hard.”

Tang Doudou looked pleased. “Since I really did draw autographs, I’ll keep one, and the rest, along with these ten machines, I’ll give to you all. I’ll do a Weibo giveaway later.”

[Thank you, Sugar Mommy!]

[Love you, ahhhhh!]

Suddenly, a comment popped up.

[One hundred machines. Can I get a guaranteed autograph?]

Shasha quickly replied, “It’s fine. If the brand won’t guarantee it, I’ll guarantee it for you! Darling, buy with confidence!”

Many people thought the comment was a joke, but right after Shasha spoke, the inventory of shaved ice machines, which was at 4990, suddenly dropped to 4890.

[I want Teacher Xu’s autograph, thank you.]

“Teacher Xu! Teacher Xu!” Shasha grabbed Xu Chacha’s shoulder and shook her. “Your tycoon fan is amazing.”

“Thank you, thank you, this dar…” Xu Chacha’s words of thanks were cut short. She squinted at the comment’s ID and frowned. “Sister! What are you doing!”

[Shopping]

“Where are you going to put a hundred machines?”

[Giving them to employees.]

[Excuse me, what is the name of your company? I’m submitting my resume immediately!]

[Hello, rich lady. I’m coming to work!]

Xu Chacha could only give Xu Yanshu a thumbs-up, admiring her prowess.

[Teacher Xu’s sister, ahhh! CEO Xu! I wish you and Sister Jian a long and happy life together!]

[CEO Xu is there, so is Jian Xi there too? Look at me! Look at me!]

According to the rules of Xu Yanshu’s variety show, there was a public confession every two episodes. If the confession was successful, they could leave the show early. Most people wouldn’t do this easily for the sake of screen time.

But Xu Yanshu and Jian Xi were both ruthless. They left the show as they said they would and had been showing public affection on Weibo for the past few days.

Just as the comments were getting excited, the shaved ice machine inventory quietly dropped by another 101 units, exactly one more than Xu Yanshu had bought.

[Please guarantee Teacher Xu’s autograph.]

This ID hadn’t been changed; it was still the system’s initial long string of letters and numbers.

Xu Chacha asked tentatively, “Could it be sister-in-law…”

The person was silent for a moment, presumably logging out to change the ID and coming back.

Teacher Xu’s Canary: Teacher Xu, don’t you recognize me?

[??????????]

[Teacher Xu? You’re actually? I like it, I like it!]

[This is so exciting! Someone, I want all the information on this canary in ten minutes!]