After the live interview program aired, speculation about the relationship between Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao exploded across almost all entertainment platforms.
This time, not only were LongDao CP fans eating sugar, but even a number of marketing accounts began excavating past things from their first collaboration on “Eat!” to their most recent Weibo messages.
The entertainment industry never lacks topics.
In August, when screening of “Dawn City” ended, discussions about the relationship between Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao gradually subsided, and once again disappeared from the public eye.
Then, in September, Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao were in the same frame again on a public welfare variety show as one-time guests. In the variety show, the two cooperated very tacitly, and their naturally occurring casual interactions stirred discussion once again.
In October, Jiang Dao, who rarely posted on Weibo, shared a small video of him playing with Bullet in an obstacle course. Less than two minutes after the video was posted, someone dug up a photo that Chu Yinlong once posted, confirming that this obstacle course was located at Chu Yinlong’s private villa.
With so many pieces of evidence, Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao’s love affair gradually became the unspoken truth of the matter.
“Think about it, sisters, with Father Long’s temper, if he and Jiang Dao are really just friends, won’t he say something? Will he let those ambiguous guesses continue to exist? I don’t think so. Don’t forget how Father Long acted regarding those previous scandals [doge]”
“Reply: Indeed. Look at the interaction between Father Long and Xiao Dao’s Weibo, and then look at his interaction with other artists. Also the eye contact between the two people in that interview, how’s it any different from coming out in public! [joy]”
“Reply: The atmosphere between the two of them, really, unless I find out there’s biological brothers one day, it should be real love!”
“Ah? There are still doubters? Don’t you already know they’re together?”
“Reply: Yes, although they really haven’t confessed [doge]”
“Reply: It’s like when you fall in love behind your teacher and parents’ backs [funny]”
“There is still a long way to go until Father Long’s birthday. Let’s see if there’s an announcement in a month! [doge]”
“Reply: Let’s wait together!”
“Reply: Question for @JiangDao, what birthday present you are going to give to Father Long Hahaha!”
November 11th soon rolled around again.
Chu Yinlong’s Weibo was very active early in the morning – this time, the birthday gift he posted instantly ignited the entire entertainment industry.
“Gift from @JiangDao. This child is too playful and needs to be cleaned up. [Picture]”
In the picture is a high-end silk tie, with the brand hidden as usual. However, what is different is that there’s a red lip print in the middle of the light silver-gray tie with a note next to it: Happy 2nd Anniversary of the First Kiss!
Under Weibo, Jiang Dao replied in seconds: “Do you like it?”
Chu Yinlong did not reply, but gave a like.
The entire comment area blew up:
“Fuck!!! Second anniversary of the first kiss?! Two! Full! Years?”
“So the bowl of noodles for your birthday two years ago was really made by Jiang Dao?! That breakfast! You two spent the night together two years ago?!”
“What did I miss? The second anniversary of the first kiss? You lied to us so much!”
“Ah, I’m dead! It’s been two years since you two were together?!”
“It’s been two years since you two have been together, or two years since the kiss scene in Dawn City was filmed? My mind is a little confused, let me calm down!!!”
Almost instantly, the topic #ChuYinlong JiangDao Love# rushed to the top of the hot search.
Soon, Tang Yao and Zhou Wei jointly sent a congratulatory message. Jing Yu also seemed to finally be able to have fun freely, and directly sent a congratulatory Weibo to the LongDao CP chat. Even Director Mu Zhixing who’s Weibo was usually uninteresting deliberately released a clip of “Dawn City” that has never been exposed before – daily interactions between Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao in the crew.
It seems very normal, but the two of them always secretly hold their fingers in the corner or exchange glances and smiles while others are not paying attention.
At the bottom of the video, Chu Yinlong was furious: “Director, how can you take secret recordings?!”
His reply was instantly chased by fans laughing, and the thread continued to grow.
“Father Long! Your image has collapsed! You secretly hooked fingers with Xiao Dao behind our backs!!!”
“Holding hands under the table and using your left hand to eat, do you think no one will notice?! You two, really!”
After Director Mu took the lead, many more tidbits of Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao on set were released by netizens who did not want to be named – including some clips from “Operation Red Owl”. For example, once Jiang Dao went to film with an injury, and Chu Yinlong’s desire for protection caused several NGs.
This evening, Jiang Dao posted a comment: “I never imagined that a good show of affection would be turned into an old-fashioned public commentary.”
The comment area below:
“This is the price of showing affection [doge]”
“This is the price of two years of dating without fans knowing [laughs]”
“As an original LongDao fan, I ask you to reissue all the sugar that you’ve secretly hid for the past two years! Don’t force me to kneel down and beg! [sob]”
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Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao’s public love affair was constantly discussed through till the end of December, until it was overwhelmed by the Christmas celebrations on major platforms.
At the beginning of April of the following year, the most influential event in the Chinese film industry, “Huaxia Ingenuity”, was held in Yan City.
When “Operation Red Owl” participated last year, Jiang Dao only played a small role, and he was not even qualified for the best supporting role, so he had no chance to appear.
This year, “Dawn City” received several award nominations, and both Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao were nominated for “Best Actor” at the same time.
Chu Yinlong helped Jiang Dao straighten his tie, then raised his hand and gently scratched the tip of his nose. “Don’t be nervous. I thought you didn’t care about these things? Why are you still nervous?”
Jiang Dao pursed his lower lip and tried to ease his emotions. “I don’t care about winning the award, but I care whether I can continue to stand with you. If you are too far, I…”
His words were swallowed by a tender kiss.
It took a long time for the kiss to end.
Chu Yinlong bit Jiang Dao’s lips lightly, parted with a smile, and stroked Jiang Dao’s mouth with his fingertips. “Whether you win the award or not, you are the best in my heart. They can’t see your progress, but I’ve seen it. You’re still young, so even if you don’t make it this time, there will always be a chance in the future. I’ll wait for you.”
After speaking, he took the lipstick from the makeup table and used it to touch up Jiang Dao’s makeup.
Jiang Dao looked at Chu Yinlong’s serious look, and smiled. “Your makeup is also messy. Why are you kissing after your makeup and hair are done? Is lipstick delicious?”
Chu Yinlong countered: “Lipstick is okay, but you are delicious.”
Jiang Dao’s eyes suddenly changed.
Chu Yinlong saw he didn’t speak, and could only scold, “Tsk, it’s all caused by you!”
Jiang Dao laughed, and the trace of tension in his heart immediately dissipated.
At 5:30 p.m., the “Huaxia Ingenuity” film festival officially opened.
Chu Yinlong and Jiang Dao arrived at the venue in the same car. This is the first time they walked on the red carpet side by side.
Flashes erupted all around, accompanied by the click of the shutter.
Jiang Dao was wearing a slim suit and followed Chu Yinlong, but was disturbed by the flashes and clicking. He could only suppress the discomfort in his heart, and wait in the center of the red carpet, in line with Chu Yinlong’s pace, for the media to take pictures.
Suddenly, Chu Yinlong took a half step back, and the hand hanging beside him wrapped Jiang Dao’s fingertips into his palm and held it a little harder.
The flashes and shutter sounds became more intense.
The anxiety in Jiang Dao’s heart seemed to be suddenly calmed down by a clear spring.
He turned to look at Chu Yinlong. The other party was also looking at him, with a touch of concern and comfort in his eyes.
Chu Yinlong never let go of Jiang Dao’s hand, as they walked gracefully across the red carpet and entered the venue.
The moment he left the lens of the cameras, Jiang Dao heard Chu Yinlong whisper in his ear: “Don’t be afraid, I’m here.”
In the next second, the two entered the venue and were captured by lights and cameras again.
Their hands didn’t let go until they were seated.
Jiang Dao was completely relaxed at this time, and he couldn’t help but let out a low laugh.
Chu Yinlong asked: “What are you laughing at?”
“I feel like I’m going to be on the hot search again.” Jiang Dao lowered his voice.
He shook the hands clasped together.
Chu Yinlong smiled and released his hand.
When all invited guests were seated, the Huaxia Ingenuity Awards Gala officially began.
The opening speech of the Ingenuity Award is as concise and succinct as always. After the speech, was the Best Cinematography Award. Corresponding footage of the nominated films was played, and then the award was announced.
As expected, “Dawn City” soon won two technical awards – “Best Cinematography” and “Best Artistry”. Then in the behind-the-scenes awards that followed, “Dawn City” won the “Best Musical Score” and “Best Director” awards one after another.
After the second half of the performance, the actor awards finally came.
Since Jiang Dao acted in “Operation Red Owl” last year and failed to receive any nominations, he missed the “Best Newcomer” award again.
After announcing the “Best Supporting Actress” and “Best Supporting Actor”, the film clips related to the Best Actor nominations began.
Competing with “Dawn City” for the award are two literary films. Both male protagonists are also very talented. One of them is a powerful actor famous for crying dramas. It is said that everytime he sheds tears, it can attract the audience. He was also nominated for best actor several times before.
After watching the video clip, Jiang Dao tilted his head and said in a low voice, “I think you are more stable.”
Chu Yinlong smiled lightly and patted the back of Jiang Dao’s hand, signaling him not to speak.
After all clips were played, an older actress appeared on stage.
“Next, I’ll announce the winner of the best actor for everyone.” She opened the envelope in her hand, took out the card, and smiled gracefully, “The best actor who won this year’s award is Chu Yinlong from “Dawn City”!”
The light and the lens suddenly focused and landed on Chu Yinlong’s seat.
Immediately afterwards, a voice came from the stage again: “And – “Dawn City” Jiang Dao!”
At this moment, Jiang Dao’s eyes were still on Chu Yinlong. His eyes were full of smiles, applauding the other party for winning the award, and didn’t hear the second half of the presenter’s sentence.
“Come on!” He also urged Chu Yinlong, “Why are you standing still!”
Chu Yinlong felt like laughing and crying as he straightened the hem of his suit, and reached out to Jiang Dao.
Jiang Dao was stunned: “Huh?”
He never heard that one can bring a partner to the stage when receiving an award.
At this time, someone nearby shouted to him: “You two won the award together! Two male protagonists, two movie emperors!”
Tang Yao’s voice echoed from not far away: “Did you become stupid from happiness, Xiao Dao?”
Jiang Dao turned his head blankly and looked at the big screen behind the stage.
He saw his name and Chu Yinlong reflected on it side by side, with gold characters on a black background, extremely clear.
Chu Yinlong couldn’t wait any longer. He leaned over and grabbed Jiang Dao’s hand, led him up, and walked towards the stage.
There was a burst of warm applause.
From the seat to the stage, Jiang Dao quickly calmed down from his more than ten years of experience on the battlefield.
He smiled, took the trophy and the microphone from the presenter, and then recited the long-prepared acceptance speech word for word.
Then he handed the microphone to Chu Yinlong.
Chu Yinlong took it with a smile and spoke.
Under the dazzling spotlight on the stage, Jiang Dao never took his eyes off Chu Yinlong’s face.
He looked at the man standing beside him, at the corners of his smiling mouth and brows, at the opening and closing of his lips, at the last words he said, until their eyes met.
Four eyes faced each other, their gazes mingling.
Then he heard Chu Yinlong’s low and determined voice: “…I am also very fortunate to be able to stand here with my beloved, and leave some traces of ourselves in this world.”
——Prove that we have existed, side by side, in love.
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