Villain – Peeking at the Diary, the Female Leads’ Personas Collapse

As night gradually fell, the moment the first firework bloomed, the entire city lit up.
A sky full of stars.
The lonely Chen Fan treated it as a gift to himself. Because today was actually Chen Fan’s birthday—not the birthday in this world, but the one from that other world.
The video was opened by Ghost Mask and shared in the group chat.
“Got it, stop showing off, seriously. Yeah, we know you’re impressive, so cool. But you’re just wearing that? Don’t you know Chen Fan loves ancient-style outfits the most—like scholar robes or qipao series?”
Ghost Mask said, “I don’t need to dress up for him. I’m comfortable like this—why wear something so stiff?”
Ye Ziyue said, “I suspect you’re hinting at me.”
Ye Zimei said, “So romantic. But Ghost Mask, I feel like there’s more to your words.”
Ghost Mask said, “He should celebrate his birthday, right? He’s a transmigrator, so he should have two birthdays. Today is probably his own birthday—the one from that world.”
The group fell into silence, unsure of what to do for a moment.
Cao Zijin said, “Wanna drink?”
With her breaking the ice, people in the group quickly chimed in, saying they were up for it.
Ye Ziyue said, “Then my flight—”
“Cancel it. What’s the rush? Trust me, getting Chen Fan to treat your leg isn’t impossible, but it’ll depend on our Ghost Mask girl here.”
Ghost Mask said, “Me … why? What can I do?”
“Chen Fan listens to you. Just say a couple of words, and it’ll work.”
Ye Zimei said, “Ghost Mask, you’re my real sister—go for it. I believe in you. I’ll send you a big red envelope, a really big one.”
Ye Ziyue said, “Please, I’m counting on you.”
Ghost Mask said, “I’ll try. I can’t guarantee I’ll succeed, but I’ll do my best.”
Putting down her phone, Ghost Mask said, “Chen Fan, I’ve got a question. Will you really listen to everything I say?”
Chen Fan got nervous and said, “What are you up to? I’m not ready yet.”
“No kidding around—seriously.”
“Depends on what it is. Tell me first.”
Ghost Mask said, “I get along well with Ye Ziyue. Her leg—do you have a way?”
Chen Fan froze, looked at Ghost Mask, and said, “Why think of me all of a sudden?”
“I don’t know. Just a feeling that you might have a solution. Your family’s in the medical business—there should be some talent there, right?”
“I remember Ye Aotian seems to have a way.”
“She doesn’t like Ye Aotian and doesn’t want him to treat her. Although … Ye Zitian made a one-sided request, I don’t think she’ll use that medicine.”
Chen Fan said, “There’s a way, sure, but what can you give me? I’m a bad guy, you know.”
Ghost Mask said, “I don’t know. You don’t lack anything.”
Chen Fan burst out laughing, reached over, ruffled Ghost Mask’s bangs, and said, “Anything works. Don’t worry, I’ll figure it out. It’s not hard. Remember that drug of mine? The one that activates cells—both men and women love it.”
Ghost Mask nodded. That drug was indeed appealing and had already become a hot product.
“Actually, with some tweaks, it’ll work. Promote blood circulation, remove stasis, add a few extra ingredients, and it’s good to go. Shh—but I can help you treat Ye Ziyue, just don’t tell anyone.”
The plot needed to stay on track, so this woman’s legs had to heal. And from what Ghost Mask just told him—Ye Aotian would develop a drug.
That drug would end up in the Ye family’s hands. Even if Ye Ziyue wouldn’t take it, the drug would still be provided.
As long as everyone thought it was Ye Aotian who healed Ye Ziyue, it’d be fine.
This was something Ghost Mask reminded him of, and Chen Fan only realized it then. If this part didn’t happen, he was really worried the later plot wouldn’t connect.  This segment was also the first step in establishing Ye Aotian’s strength.
If the first step didn’t happen, the second step would likely be tough too.
“You’re really agreeing to this?”
Chen Fan said, “Yeah, but you need to keep it a secret with me. Oh, and your name isn’t really Ghost Mask, right?”
“I’m also surnamed Chen. My name’s Li Hanxue.”
Chen Fan said, “That’s a nice name. I like it.”
“Stop saying weird stuff like that to me. Oh, and once the fireworks are over, can we head back?”
Chen Fan nodded.
“By the way, Ye Ziyue just sent me a message.”
Chen Fan said, “Hm, go ahead.”
“Ye Ziyue’s at your house right now, drinking with Cao Zijin.”
Chen Fan immediately shut down. It was supposed to be a nice day—why did he have to deal with this?
“Are they insane?”
Li Hanxue said, “I don’t know, but it seems they wanted to drink together. A lot of people are at your place.”
“That’s my house, and they’re acting like it’s theirs. Forget it, let’s go back.”
Li Hanxue said, “Hm, I’ll go back with you. After all, I need to keep an eye on those two.”
Chen Fan nodded.
Maybe that was the only thing worth being happy about.
When they got to the villa and saw the table full of alcohol, Chen Fan’s face darkened.
“You guys took all the wine out of my cellar?”
“Honey, don’t be mad. Mom and I talked—she said we’re heading to Magic City. Just leave things here for now.”
Chen Fan, with a dark expression, said, “Are you all crazy? I’m not joining you.”
Jin Lan said, “Sit down.”
Chen Fan helplessly sat and said, “Sister Jin Lan, you’re messing around too?”
“It’s nothing. Everyone sitting together for a drink—isn’t that nice? Why be so serious? I feel like your mood’s a bit off today.”
“My mood was great originally, but seeing you all, it’s bad again.”
Liu Feifei grabbed a bottle and forced it down Chen Fan’s throat.
“Drink, Brother Chen Fan. Come on, have some more!”
“You … trying to choke me? What are you doing?”
“The movie’s wrapped up! Ye Ziyue helped us out—promoting the movie. Brother, your company’s stock is rising, hahaha!”
Cao Zijin said, “We’re going to play a game.”
Chen Fan said, “Don’t include me.”
Cao Zijin said, “It’s not hard—just a simple game. We’ll all play a drinking and stripping game.”
Chen Fan stood up and said, “Drinking’s not good, especially for you girls. But I think, as a gentleman, I need to protect you all. So, include me in the game.”
Cao Zijin said, “Just teasing you—you actually took it seriously?”
“Then I’m not playing.”
“Let’s play a paper-passing game instead. Come on, join us. We’ll pass tissues—play with us, honey, honey, honeyyy …”
Chen Fan grumbled but said, “Fine, fine, I’ll play.”
The girls laughed as the paper strips were passed one by one.
Jin Lan held a strip in her mouth, looking at Chen Fan.
Then she ate the paper.
“You … Sister Jin Lan, you’ve become bad.”
Jin Lan leaned in and gave him a light kiss.
“A reward for you. If you don’t like it, hold it in—don’t say it out loud.”
Chen Fan’s face instantly turned red. He felt like he’d been teased.
These heroines were getting less and less modest. Well, he just hoped the plot wouldn’t derail. That was his only hope now.
Ye Zimei said, “Does your house not have AC? It’s getting hot.”
Ye Ziyue set down her glass and said, “If you’re hot, toss your own clothes—don’t touch mine.”