Chapter Thirty-Six: "Brave Xixi, Unafraid of Hardship"

“Damn! Xiaozheng, look!” Li Xin’er suddenly cursed, handing her phone to Leng Zheng. “Shit! Do these fans have any morals at all? And look, they've even altered our books.”

“Damn!” Leng Zheng saw it too and wanted to smash the phone out of sheer frustration, but fortunately, Li Xin’er stopped her—otherwise, her phone would have met its demise.

“Should we issue a statement together?” Li Xin’er took back her phone, tilting her head and looking at Leng Zheng.

Leng Zheng nodded, “Alright.”

@StarlitEyes

I was utterly shocked when I saw this gossip today—I never imagined I’d be part of the drama myself! Should I leave or what?!

Let me clarify:

1. I do not condone plagiarism in any form;
2. If you see my alternate account participating in scolding certain fans, rest assured, it’s not hacked—that’s me. Don’t put me on trending topics.

The stories these people copy are painstakingly created by us authors. Only heaven knows how much hair we've lost coming up with ideas—why must you steal our work?

Allow me to educate everyone with the law: According to Article 47 of the Copyright Law of the People's Republic of China, those who distort or alter others’ works are liable for stopping the infringement, eliminating its impact, and compensating for losses. So, some fans have broken the law~

Since the copyright for my book is with Jiang, I am currently in contact with my editor and preparing to sue.

Certain fans, be prepared. Whether you’re underage or an adult, I’ll make sure you understand what it means to be ashamed of plagiarism! @XiZheng_QAQ

Next came Leng Zheng’s post.

@XiZheng_QAQ

To those fans who plagiarize—no, who blatantly copy entire works—I can only say: Well done!

Luckily, I’ve taken on a case recently and I'm not too busy, so I’ll handle my own case. Saves me a bit of money, how convenient.

I despise plagiarism. Let’s put an end to it—remember these four words: Plagiarism is shameful!

My views align with @StarlitEyes Xin’er. Put! An! End! To! Plagiarism!

Since @StarlitEyes Xin’er posted her statement, I won’t bother with mine—lazy, but mine’s the same. If you see an alternate account, don’t panic, do as you please, but please don’t put it on trending, thank you.

I’m already working on a color chart and applying for a lawsuit~

Please accept our wrath. Plagiarize me if you must, but to plagiarize my idol? Unforgivable.

For detailed legal proceedings, please follow @Capital X.Z Law Firm. I am Lawyer Xi, officially returning from today. You’re welcome at X.Z Law Firm, where under the law, justice endures.

After the two of them posted, they immediately shot to the top three trending topics.

The first was “Leng Zheng is Lawyer Xi,” the second was Xin’er’s statement, and the third was Leng Zheng’s statement.

Soon after, more authors began issuing statements, though some of the lesser-known ones lacked the confidence of Leng Zheng and Li Xin’er and feared backlash.

But Leng Zheng and Li Xin’er soon posted a perfectly coordinated Weibo together.

@StarlitEyes

Everyone, speak up! @XiZheng_QAQ Xiaozheng and I will stand with you—Brave Starlit, fear no hardship!

@XiZheng_QAQ

Brave Xi, fear no hardship! All authors are welcome to reach out to me—if you need help, I’ll be there. Original writers, Xin’er and I will support you together!

PS: Thank you to all the authors who joined in. Honestly, I was furious when I saw the news yesterday—some fans really have gone too far.

I’m both a fangirl and a novel enthusiast, a fan of Yang Zi and Xiao Zhan, a double fandom girl, fighting against trolls every day.

Alright, see you tomorrow~