"Ah!"
Jiang Mengmeng's startled cry drew the attention of the other three in the car.
Seeing them all staring at her, Jiang Mengmeng said, "We're going to soak in the hot springs, but we didn't buy swimsuits, so..."
"I thought something big happened, but it's just this?"
"We can just buy them at the hot spring resort hotel. They'll definitely sell them there, so don't worry."
"Mengmeng, when are you going to change this habit of being so easily startled?"
The three of them were a bit speechless after hearing Jiang Mengmeng's words.
But on second thought, ever since they met Jiang Mengmeng in college, she had been this way. As the saying goes, it's easier to change mountains and rivers than a person's nature. Changing someone's personality is not an easy task.
The car drove for another ten minutes, and everyone could see the grand signboard of the hot spring resort hotel from a distance.
This hot spring resort hotel was surrounded by mountains, with various trees, flowers, and grasses growing around it. Coupled with the gentle breeze blowing from all directions, it could truly be called a natural oxygen bar with pleasant air.
"Not bad, not bad. No wonder so many people recommend this place online. Just looking at the environment outside, I feel like we made the right choice."
While Liu Shishi and the other two were admiring the surroundings, Qiao Yi had already pulled out her phone.
After adjusting her phone, Qiao Yi opened the software she used for live streaming, her expression instantly shifting to a sweet smile. She then waved at the phone camera and said,
"Hello everyone! Today, Yiyi has come to a natural hot spring resort hotel. The facilities here are complete. Besides private and public hot springs, there's also a swimming pool, a gym, and a super large private clubhouse with all kinds of entertainment facilities."
Immediately after, Qiao Yi held her phone and started walking around the hot spring hotel, live streaming to her fans.
Nowadays, with the increasing development of the internet, many people like to watch live streams online. There are very diverse types of content, such as travel streams, fitness streams, and sharing daily life.
Some people want to see the beautiful scenery of the country through the streamer's lens, or they like watching others eat. However, male viewers are often more attracted by the female streamers' looks, as the pursuit of beauty is a timeless human trait.
"Qiao Yi just started streaming? I thought she was just kidding before."
Li Yutong, seeing Qiao Yi walking while talking on her phone, looked surprised.
It was understandable that she was surprised. Although there were countless streamers online these days, most people couldn't interact with them in real life.
Moreover, Qiao Yi was her classmate and friend, which gave Li Yutong a complex feeling that was hard to describe.
"I think Qiao Yi's sociable personality is quite suited for streaming. Besides, as long as she feels it's right for her, that's all that matters."
Seeing Qiao Yi's occasional happy smiles, Liu Shishi also felt happy for her.
Jiang Mengmeng's eyes lit up, "I saw on the news that what's most popular now are those live streamers who sell products. They can earn tens of thousands or even millions in one night. Qiao Yi has both looks and eloquence. If she becomes popular someday, I'll quit my job and be her agent, and we'll live a life of luxury!"
As she spoke, she had already started imagining the glorious future when Qiao Yi became famous.
However, before she could indulge in her daydream for too long, Li Yutong's voice rang out, "Why is Qiao Yi arguing with someone?"
The other two followed her gaze and saw Qiao Yi arguing with two men in security uniforms.
Seeing this, the three of them immediately rushed towards Qiao Yi.
"Give me back my phone! In broad daylight, you dare to rob me in public? This is outrageous!"
Qiao Yi was in the middle of a good live stream when her phone was suddenly snatched away. She was furious.
The security guard, wearing an earpiece and uniform, said sternly, "Who's robbing your phone? We don't allow live streaming or filming here. I need to check your phone now. I'll return it to you once I've confirmed there's no problem!"
After saying that, the security guard reached out to check Qiao Yi's phone.
Qiao Yi naturally wouldn't let him casually look through her private information, so she rushed forward without a word to snatch her phone back.
At this moment, another security guard stepped forward to block Qiao Yi.
"If you dare to go through my phone, this matter won't end today! Robbery, infringement of privacy, any one of these is enough to get you in serious trouble! Try it if you have the guts, I guarantee you'll spend ten days to half a month in detention!"
No matter what, Qiao Yi was a woman. Blocked by the well-trained security guards, she couldn't break through.
However, even though she couldn't break through, Qiao Yi didn't give up.
As it turned out, her threats had some effect. The security guard paused his hand that was about to check the phone.
He was just a security guard, and this woman seemed difficult to deal with. If she really had powerful connections in Beijing, he would be in big trouble.
However, his boss had just instructed him that a VIP was staying at the hot spring resort hotel. All security guards were to cancel their leave and shifts, and any suspicious individuals were to be driven away or apprehended. Those who performed exceptionally well would be greatly rewarded.
With rewards came punishments. The security guard wasn't hoping for a reward right now, but at least he didn't want to be punished.
So, after a moment of hesitation, he finally decided to return the phone to Qiao Yi.
After all, according to his boss, the VIP was staying in the most private exclusive courtyard in the back mountain. This woman hadn't even entered the main entrance of the hot spring resort hotel, so she probably wouldn't have filmed anything.
"I can return the phone to you, but I need to say it again: from today onwards, our hotel prohibits all filming or live streaming. Please be sure to abide by our regulations."
Qiao Yi just wanted to get her phone back quickly, so she nodded in agreement without any hesitation.
The security guard took two steps forward, intending to hand the phone to Qiao Yi, who subconsciously reached out to take it.
However, as the security guard holding Qiao Yi's arm let go, he accidentally caught her sleeve. Qiao Yi's hand was pulled askew, and the phone fell to the ground with a clatter, its screen shattering into pieces.
"This, this is not my fault. You didn't hold it steady yourself..."
Looking at the broken phone on the ground, the security guard was stunned for a moment, then quickly tried to distance himself from the responsibility.
Qiao Yi exploded, "Damn it! Do you know how much valuable data and material are on this phone? Now it's smashed like this, and you're saying it's not your fault? And you, why did you pull my sleeve for no reason? Neither of you is leaving today. This matter needs an explanation!!"
Putting aside the fact that this phone used for live streaming cost Qiao Yi over ten thousand yuan for the top model, the material and data she had shot over time were on her phone. If the phone's hard drive and processor were damaged and couldn't be recovered, the loss would be enormous.
The security guard's casual remark that it wasn't his fault almost made Qiao Yi go crazy.