Gu Chenyan, this man is really—
Too decisive!
Ba-dump, Ba-dump, Ba-dump
The heart was beating rapidly and forcefully.
An impulse surged.
Suddenly, Qiao Shu wanted to kiss the man in front of him, to kiss him deeply and taste how sweet this man could be. Why were his words and actions always so sweet, exceeding the normal level?
Absolutely over the top!
But now they were in public.
He still had his mask on.
Qiao Shu took a deep breath, another deep breath, several times, and he found it had no effect at all.
This kind of Gu Chenyan really made him lose control!
Yet, he still wanted to kiss.
Qiao Shu: “Gu Chenyan.”
Gu Chenyan: “Hmm?”
Qiao Shu: “I want to kiss you.”
Gu Chenyan was momentarily stunned.
But Qiao Shu had quickly pulled down his mask, tilted his head back, and gently bit Gu Chenyan’s lips.
At the same time, he raised the “cool and handsome Gu Chenyan” small plush toy in his hand to block the view of the two of them.
The noisy sounds and passing crowds disappeared automatically in this simple kiss that only involved touching lips.
Very sweet.
Really sweet.
Qiao Shu thought.
This kiss didn’t last long.
It only lasted for a few seconds.
Qiao Shu stepped back, lowered his head, pulled the mask back up to cover his face, and held the plush toy tightly in his arms.
Gu Chenyan: “Qiao Shu.”
Qiao Shu’s voice was small: “Hmm.”
Gu Chenyan didn’t continue speaking, and Qiao Shu remained silent as well. The two sat facing each other, one shyly and nervously bowing his head while hugging the plush toy, and the other looking down.
After a while.
Qiao Shu’s embarrassment eased a bit, and he shifted the topic, saying, “The movie is about to start, right?”
Gu Chenyan: “Hmm.”
Qiao Shu: “Shall we go in then?”
Gu Chenyan: “Wait a moment.”
Qiao Shu looked up.
Gu Chenyan: “Let’s have Xie Yuxi contact Chen Wenyuan first.”
Qiao Shu: “Huh?”
Gu Chenyan: “She bullied you.” He said seriously and somewhat angrily, “She needs to be taught a lesson.”
Qiao Shu paused for a moment, then raised those beautiful eyes.
“Okay.”
He lowered his head to type and negotiate with Xie Yuxi.
Meanwhile, Gu Chenyan dialed Chen Wenyuan’s phone.
Gu Chenyan: “Investigate this person named Zhou Tongtong thoroughly. She is the mastermind behind the recent hot search. Someone named Xie Yuxi will contact you shortly; buy all the information he has about Zhou Tongtong.”
He added, “Investigate the ‘Daybreak’ crew; when Qiao Shu was hospitalized initially, it was due to human factors. After finding all the evidence, report it directly to the police.”
“Control the online discourse…”
He carefully explained every aspect. After ensuring that there were no overlooked issues, Gu Chenyan finally hung up.
Qiao Shu also put away his phone.
The vibrating phone in his pocket continued.
Xie Yuxi: It’s been a pleasant cooperation.
Xie Yuxi: Come again next time.
Xie Yuxi: By the way, don’t delete me. Although our relationship has changed since you have a husband now and don’t make appointments with me anymore. Even though I don’t quite understand you, in the entertainment industry, our relationship is not personal; it’s business.
Xie Yuxi: Whether you want to tarnish someone’s image, clean it up, or create hype, our studio can handle various tasks. I know quite a few paparazzi, considering our previous relationship, I’ll definitely give you a friendly price.
Xie Yuxi: Rest assured, I’ll keep it confidential for you.
Qiao Shu completely ignored it.
Feeling good, he looked at Gu Chenyan. Although he was dealing with Xie Yuxi just now, he heard every word Gu Chenyan said.
This man considered everything for him.
Helped him seek revenge.
Protective and considerate, so adorable.
Qiao Shu smiled, “All set?”
Gu Chenyan: “Yes.”
“Shall we watch the movie now?”
Qiao Shu: “Sure.”
They got up to head towards the screening hall. After a few steps, Gu Chenyan stopped.
Qiao Shu, puzzled: “What’s wrong?”
Gu Chenyan looked at the popcorn machine nearby, where many kids and young people were queuing to buy popcorn and cola.
Gu Chenyan: “Do you want some?”
Qiao Shu followed his gaze, then smiled: “Yes, I’d like some.”
They queued together.
The guy filling the popcorn had fast hands, and it didn’t take long for their turn.
Guy: “Large or small?”
Gu Chenyan: “Large.”
Guy: “Anything else?”
Gu Chenyan looked at the drinks panel behind the guy, then turned to Qiao Shu: “What would you like to drink?”
Qiao Shu: “Cola.”
Gu Chenyan: “Okay.”
He looked up at the guy, “Two large colas.” When he saw the guy adding ice to the cups, he furrowed his brows.
But everyone else had it.
After hesitating for a moment, he said, “A bit less ice.” Then he turned to Qiao Shu and said, “The weather is cold, let’s have a bit less, okay?”
Qiao Shu smiled, “I’ll follow your lead.”
They had quite a few things in their hands now, especially Gu Chenyan.
In his hands, he carried a large gift bag and held the “Qiao Shu” plush doll. It would be a bit challenging to handle popcorn and cola on top of that.
Seeing this, Qiao Shu suggested, “You take one; I’ll handle the rest.”
Gu Chenyan glanced at them and finally opted for a large cup of cola.
The movie had already started for a few minutes.
It was a weekday with fewer people, and the movie they chose was a less popular romantic film. As they entered the screening room, only a few scattered heads were visible.
Reaching their seats and organizing their things, Qiao Shu placed the popcorn between them.
It was a campus youth romance film.
The plot unfolded at a leisurely pace, but the atmosphere between the male and female leads was quite sweet.
The interaction was quite lively.
Occasionally, there were a couple of cheesy lines that felt a bit out of place.
Gu Chenyan was watching with great seriousness.
On the big screen, the protagonists were watching a movie in the cinema. As they watched, their hands quietly reached out to each other, and in the darkness, their fingers intertwined.
Qiao Shu glanced at Gu Chenyan.
Then, he sneakily extended his small hand, reaching towards Gu Chenyan in the darkness.
However, before his hand could stretch out too far, Qiao Shu’s fingertips suddenly touched warmth.
Immediately after, his hand was tightly enveloped by a large hand.
Qiao Shu’s heart skipped a beat.
He turned his head and happened to meet Gu Chenyan’s gaze.
The two silently stared at each other, and after a while, Gu Chenyan whispered, “Let’s hold hands too.”
Qiao Shu: “Okay.”
Even though it was the same movie, after holding hands with Gu Chenyan, Qiao Shu felt that the sweetness of the movie had doubled.
No!
It had multiplied many times over.
Sweeter than popcorn.
Qiao Shu happily stuffed popcorn into his mouth. After taking a bite, he thought of something and turned to Gu Chenyan, whispering, “Gu Chenyan, do you want some popcorn?”
Gu Chenyan looked at him.
Then he glanced at the popcorn between the two.
After a few seconds, he reached out.
His hand was stopped.
Gu Chenyan’s gaze returned to Qiao Shu, this time with a hint of confusion.
Qiao Shu shifted his buttocks towards his direction, tilted his head, and whispered softly in Gu Chenyan’s ear, “I’ll feed you.”
He grabbed a few popcorn, blushing with anticipation, and offered them to Gu Chenyan’s mouth.
Feeling a bit ticklish in his ear, Gu Chenyan obediently opened his mouth to eat the popcorn fed by Qiao Shu.
Qiao Shu: “Is it delicious?”
Gu Chenyan: “Mm.”
The ninety-minute movie quickly ended.
When the lights came on, Qiao Shu put on his mask again and walked out with Gu Chenyan, who had already prepared their things.
Just like when they were watching the movie, their hands were still intertwined.
At the coffee shop, Gu Chenyan stood at the counter and ordered Qiao Shu’s favorite cake.
During the checkout, his phone rang, and it was a call from Chen Wenyuan.
Chen Wenyuan: “Sir, we have obtained all the evidence here. The police have been notified, and there were some minor conflicts with the people behind Zhou Tongtong, who is affiliated with the Fang Company. However, it was quickly resolved, and they asked me to apologize on their behalf.”
Gu Chenyan’s voice was cold, “Mm.”
Chen Wenyuan continued his report, “Mr. Yanqing is currently controlling and guiding public opinion. All negative comments about Young Master Qiao have been deleted.”
Qiao Shu sat by the window, head lowered, fingers tapping on the phone.
Zhou Yanqing: Sister-in-law, you would never guess why that woman targeted you!
Qiao Shu: ???
Zhou Yanqing: She actually pinned the blame on you for being kicked out of the crew last time. She thought you were an easy target as a newcomer and decided to bully you, without realizing who is behind you!
Zhou Yanqing: That’s my brother!
Zhou Yanqing: Serves her right!
Qiao Shu was initially speechless and then couldn’t help but laugh.
Zhou Yanqing: Sister-in-law, take a look.
Zhou Yanqing: [Video]
Qiao Shu clicked into the video and saw Zhou Tongtong being led into a police car by two officers in uniforms.
In the video, Zhou Tongtong looked panicked and frightened, eventually covering her face to hide her embarrassed state from the onlookers.
Zhou Yanqing: How is it?
Qiao Shu pursed his lips: Feels kind of satisfying.
Zhou Yanqing: There’s more!
Zhou Yanqing: Look at the hot search!
Qiao Shu curiously opened Weibo, and at first glance, saw Zhou Tongtong’s name trending at the top, with a blazing [Explosive].
Qiao Shu clicked on it.
The first post was an official social news from the police, accompanied by a video – the same video Zhou Yanqing sent him, capturing Zhou Tongtong being taken away by a police car.
There was no mosaic in the video.
The caption directly and mercilessly pointed out Zhou Tongtong’s name, briefly outlining her wrongdoing of hiring someone to hurt others on the set of “Daybreak.”
Qiao Shu entered the comments.
The comments were filled with curses.
Qiao Shu spotted his own fans and Zhou Yanqing’s fans.
After observing for a while, Qiao Shu exited and scrolled down Weibo. He came across an account named [Brother Yanqing’s Little Cotton Jacket], a verified account with a yellow V, posting a nine-grid Weibo.
Brother Yanqing’s Little Cotton Jacket V: Shocking! The newly rising star Zhou Tongtong, why has she fallen into the realm of legal troubles… Let’s unveil the truth together (This Weibo prohibits entry for Zhou Tongtong fans and dogs. If you dare to come in and pee, the noble sister Qingcao will teach you how to behave. Crying to your parents won’t help, oh)!
Below were the nine pictures.
Qiao Shu clicked on each one. It detailed the incident that led to Qiao Shu suddenly trending and being criticized, along with evidence of Zhou Tongtong hiring water armies and chat records.
Zhou Tongtong was thoroughly exposed.
Qiao Shu came across a Weibo post with Zhou Yanqing’s name: Damn, this woman deceived us into insulting Brother Yanqing’s family. In the end, Brother Yanqing had to come out and apologize for us! Damn it, let’s make life difficult for this woman; today, I’m camping on Weibo.
Zhou Yanqing apologized?
Qiao Shu exited the trending topic and indeed found another trending topic with Zhou Yanqing’s name.
He clicked into it.
Zhou Yanqing’s Weibo was at the top of the trending page, and he mentioned Qiao Shu, apologizing and emphasizing their “family-like” relationship in “General”. He hoped fans could treat Qiao Shu as warmly as they treated him and sternly condemned Zhou Tongtong’s actions.
Qiao Shu hesitated for a moment, then clicked on the repost button.
Zhou Yanqing: How is it?
Zhou Yanqing: Hmph, see how miserably you were criticized earlier? Now, it’s doubled for her!
Zhou Yanqing: No!
Zhou Yanqing: It’s many times over!
Zhou Yanqing: Her sugar daddy initially wanted to protect her, but the moment he heard my brother’s name, he instantly backed off!
Zhou Yanqing: My brother has made it clear; I can’t let you be bullied for no reason.
Zhou Yanqing: She’s done in the entertainment industry. Next, my brother’s legal team will step in, guaranteeing that she pays a heavy price for harming you.
Zhou Yanqing: Feeling good?
Familiar footsteps approached, and Qiao Shu looked up to see Gu Chenyan walking towards him with a cake in hand.
He flashed a smile.
Qiao Shu: Feels good!
Qiao Shu: Also sweet.
Author’s note:
Something came up suddenly, a bit delayed. I’ll take the punishment, had a few drinks in advance!
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