Chapter 34: Counterattack Against the Weak and Powerless, Preparing for the Reckoning

This live stream was a massive success for Xu Qingfeng.

The shares were finalized, and the terms of cooperation were settled. Initially, signing with Shanying was primarily about securing a safety net. Having continuously offended both the entertainment industry and Weibo, he knew that without some kind of backing, he would sooner or later be devoured whole.

Shanying’s emergence at this moment was the perfect choice. They were neither as overbearing as Weibo or other entertainment giants, nor were they so weak that they could be easily crushed in retaliation. Everything was just right.

Xu Qingfeng slept soundly, but the outside world was anything but calm.

Since Xu Qingfeng didn’t go on a broad, indiscriminate rampage during his second stream, but instead only targeted two specific people, the rest of the entertainment industry felt a strange, cursed sense of relief.

"The Mad Dog is finally acting like a human being."
"That was terrifying. I was on the trending list last night too."
"What are you afraid of? Just take him down."
"Why don't you do it?"
"I didn't provoke him."
"With the Mad Dog's temperament, do you really think he won't expose you later?"
"...Damn it!"
"Take him down!"

When Xu Qingfeng woke up, the outside world had already exploded. Those who had attacked him before had ramped up their efforts, and their numbers had grown to over twenty celebrities.

Xu Qingfeng was genuinely baffled. He had already destroyed several of them and sent two to prison—did they really have the guts to come back for more? Were they feeling that confident?

He logged into Weibo to check the trending topics, and he found the answer in the comment sections.

"This is a brilliant maneuver. This is about saving themselves, understand?"
"God Feng is going to take everyone down sooner or later; it’s just a matter of time."
"Usually, people only expose those who insult them, but I feel like God Feng is going to take everyone out, regardless of whether they insulted him or not."
"The only way they can survive is by taking God Feng down."
"Hahaha, I haven't seen such a grand spectacle in a long time. Fight! Fight!"
"They’re so scared—damn, how many guilty secrets do they actually have?"

Xu Qingfeng eventually caught on to their game. These people were trying to capitalize on the collective sense of hostility to launch a massive counterattack. They were willing to accept any outcome.

If they lost, there would be so many people sharing the heat that it would definitely be better than being singled out individually. If they won, everyone would be overjoyed, and they would be able to make a comeback instantly.

The "coward" Jiang Wei finally surfaced: "I’ve been on set, just finished filming. I heard I was exposed—it’s absolutely absurd. The Mad Dog is just biting people indiscriminately; it’s pure slander. I’ve already turned this over to my lawyers."

"How could he say that about a girl like me? Is he even a man? I was just looking for a compatible soulmate. What did I do wrong? I’m already preparing to sue," Wang Yao declared.

A veteran actor also stood up: "The entertainment industry isn't as chaotic as Xu Qingfeng claims. His so-called chaos is only the work of a very small minority. Who dares to say other industries don't have such issues? He keeps harping on about revealing the true face of the industry, but in reality, it’s just malicious revenge. He exaggerates facts and adds fuel to the fire. In the eyes of our older generation, he is both pathetic and pitiful."

The previous comments were just individual opinions, mere appetizers.

Another top-tier celebrity chimed in: "This person is a classic example of someone who eats from the bowl and curses the cook. Does he have no idea how he got his popularity? If he hadn't been in the entertainment industry, would he have his current status and income? This guy even curses Weibo; he’s a total ingrate. Without Weibo, where would he have gotten so many followers?"

This argument was venomous. It painted Xu Qingfeng as an ungrateful villain. Once it was brought up, many netizens eating melons felt it made sense.

"He really is a bit of an animal!"
"A real-life version of an ingrate."
"Exactly, if it weren't for the entertainment industry and Weibo, would the Mad Dog have his current status?"
"Setting aside the environment on Weibo, Xu Qingfeng has definitely profited from both the industry and the platform."
"After getting his fill, he turns around and smashes everyone else's rice bowl. What a beast!"

Immediately after, various other celebrities joined in, thanking the entertainment industry, their fans, and Weibo, all to highlight Xu Qingfeng’s ingratitude. A genuine exposé had turned into a special "Heart of Gratitude" campaign.

With this shift, even more people joined in. Some were truly afraid to provoke Xu Qingfeng, but what harm could there be in showing a little gratitude?

As a result, stars who hadn't appeared in years popped up to reminisce about the "glorious days" and express gratitude for their current, wonderful lives. They called on everyone to maintain order in the entertainment industry and not let those who maliciously exploit traffic profit from it.

It didn't stop there. Another group began to attack Shanying for "aiding the evildoer" and "acting as an accomplice," claiming they fueled Xu Qingfeng’s arrogance, and demanded that Shanying take disciplinary action against him.

First, they countered the exposé, then established a moral persona, seized the moral high ground, labeled him, and finally put pressure on Shanying. The entire sequence was smooth, fluid, and seamless.

The scale of this counterattack was so massive that it felt like Xu Qingfeng was about to destroy the entire entertainment industry. As foul as the industry was, it provided entertainment for many, and while people enjoyed cursing it, they didn't actually want to see it destroyed.

Consequently, with many people resorting to insults, "well-meaning" advice, or pleading, the public pressure on Xu Qingfeng multiplied several times over. It was as if anything else he did would make him a historic sinner.

When Xu Qingfeng saw this display, he was overjoyed. He couldn't help but want to give them a thumbs-up. He had finally seen a decent counterattack; the previous ones had been so weak and pathetic that Xu Qingfeng felt like he was bullying them.

Now, he could shed the last remnants of his psychological burden. The more joyfully they cursed him now, the less guilty he would feel when he finally took them down. To make them perish, one must first make them go mad. Xu Qingfeng even felt like adding a little more fuel to their fire.

Just then, Pineapple Honey called. The first thing she said made Xu Qingfeng’s eyebrows arch.

"God Feng, we need to take a two-day break."
Xu Qingfeng understood instantly: "Has Shanying been reported?"
"Yes, there are many reports. It looks like an organized effort, and Weibo has joined in too. They sent your Weibo posts and live stream videos to the relevant authorities, and the higher-ups have already called to inquire." Pineapple Honey’s voice sounded slightly helpless.

"Can you hold the line?" Xu Qingfeng asked after a moment of silence. He wasn't afraid of being banned, but if he were, it would inevitably hinder Shanying’s development, which was the real issue.
"Don't worry, it'll be fine. Who doesn't have a few connections?" Pineapple Honey was confident.

Xu Qingfeng relaxed. "Alright, then I’ll give Weibo a little surprise when the time comes."
"Be careful, watch your safety, and contact me if there are any issues," she urged.

Xu Qingfeng was no longer just a streamer; he was the face of Shanying and a key player in their rise.
"Don't worry, even three or five people won't be able to get close to me." Xu Qingfeng was incredibly confident. With his physical enhancement cheat, did they really think he was joking? Even those professional bodyguards weren't his match anymore.

"Family, no stream today. Taking a break," Xu Qingfeng messaged his fan group.

"We're doomed, the streamer is finished."
"Let's pack it up, the streamer is washed up."
"Hold on, God Feng! I still want to hear you spit fire."
"I’ve already taken my pants off, ready to listen to a good show today, and this is it?"
"Holy crap, did he get taken down in real life?"
"God Feng, give me your address, I’ll go protect you!"
"Don't listen to him, this guy might be a spy!"