Chapter 97 Lyra's private chat group immediately exploded...

Yu Shuling laughed so hard she almost fell over.

You Jingzhou's words carried a subtle hint of boasting, but didn't make anyone uncomfortable. The boy had delicate features, and his refined eyes were filled with deep affection for her, while also holding a touch of cunning.

Yu Shuling asked exactly what he wanted to talk about. You Jingzhou leaned forward, his tall frame completely enveloping the person in front of him, his warm breath landing on her head:

"Your Majesty, this man has been with you for a long time and has been used by you. When can he be given a formal title?"

"A title, ah..."

Yu Shuling scratched his chin. You Jingzhou was very well-groomed, and his stubble was freshly shaved, but it didn't feel very nice to the touch. After pinching it a couple of times for novelty, Yu Shuling moved on to other parts and took a liking to his earlobe, which was tinged with a thin blush.

She rarely saw a boy who was so easily shy.

Especially in their twenties, a time of vigor and vitality.

Since Lyra became popular, Yu Shuling has been dedicated to her work and business, never faltering in her professional skills. She has also rarely been involved in scandals or had any substantial negative press, and her fans remain very loyal.

After the release of her solo album, her impressive achievements proved that she was fully capable of joining the ranks of top stars. Moreover, she was also a rare example of someone who excelled in both singing and dancing as well as acting.

Many so-called idols cry and whine during the audition period that they love the stage and treat it as their life. However, not long after the group is formed, they start to get acting opportunities, successfully enter the industry with mediocre acting skills, and then claim that they "let their work speak for itself" in order to make money and gain popularity.

Even after filming, Yu Shuling didn't neglect her singing and dancing career. She mainly focused on idol activities. Even when choosing scripts, she would give up those with too many kissing scenes and would never actively create a CP (couple pairing) with her male co-stars.

There were indeed some rumors about her and You Jingzhou before, but at the time Yu Shuling was seriously preparing for her tour, and her fans didn't take it seriously. If she suddenly makes an official announcement without any warning now, it would undoubtedly be a slap in the face to her fans.

How is this any different from when Xiao Mulin sent her to the battlefield to quell banditry, using her and then discarding her?

She's slowly coming to understand that in this world, there are some people who shine brightly, always attracting many people, like a star burning brightly in the universe. Love in the world comes in many forms: some see her as a parallel version of themselves, some simply like her because of her looks, some treat their favorite idols like daughters or sons, some see her as a romantic partner, and some simply wish her happiness without any other thoughts.

Fans are a diverse yet very endearing group.

Every year on her birthday, Yu Shuling sees huge support screens in many cities, everywhere. Girls also come to take photos with her representative dolls and cards. In this process, she makes new friends. Different people's different lives begin to collide because of a wonderful fate, sparking a connection, leading to becoming fans or leaving the fandom, and eventually intersecting or separating.

She couldn't get to know everyone who supported her from afar, but the longer she worked in this industry and the more people she met, the more she understood the meaning of this job.

The dream weaver shines brightly on stage, and beneath the waving light sticks in the audience are countless hearts beating vividly for her and for them.

After all, life is one's own. She wouldn't give up all her life plans for some vague and unpredictable law, but she wanted to give everyone a satisfactory response in the gentlest way possible.

She shared her thoughts with You Jingzhou.

In fact, over the years, Yu Shuling has never cultivated a girlfriend persona. Even though she is known as a "top fan-loving idol," her interactions are usually the most ordinary and heartwarming between idols and fans. Every year on her birthday, she donates to charity in the name of her fans, treats them to milk tea and gives them gifts during events, and tries her best to meet, interact, and greet her fans whenever possible, rather than leaving early.

However, Yu Shuling has almost never portrayed herself as a romantic partner in order to solidify her image and attract people to dream about her. For fans, this is not considered fraud; it's just that their idol has reached a certain age and wants to date, so the acceptance level should not be low.

After all, she is a girl, and there are more heterosexuals in this world. There are still a few girls who seriously dream of becoming female idols. Besides, she doesn't follow that route. She doesn't pander to idols or actively create romantic pairings.

In comparison, Yu Shuling is even more worried that You Jingzhou has more female fans. If he had dating experience a long time ago, it wouldn't be so bad, as fans would have some experience accepting it. But if he suddenly announces that he has a girlfriend, it's normal for fans not to accept it immediately.

In response to her concerns, You Jingzhou merely raised an eyebrow, a rare hint of aggression appearing on his handsome face.

"Lingling, a person without personality can't write songs."

Since his debut, he has relied entirely on his own work, not on fan voting in the idol model. He wasn't in a relationship before because he hadn't met the right person; he preferred to remain single rather than settle for less, not because he had any other concerns.

"I've waited for you for so long. You're my girlfriend, you're so wonderful, and you still love me. Now I want everyone to know. No matter what they say, I've been fair to everyone. But if you don't want to, I can wait. Whether you want to give your fans time to adjust or simply give me a period of testing, I'll wait for you."

You Jingzhou wasn't a taciturn person; it's just that he rarely expressed himself like this in front of her. He suppressed his feelings and endured much in silence to avoid causing her trouble.

But as long as it receives even a little love, that deep-seated unease will transform into a strong sense of dependence.

Yu Shuling smiled and patted his head.

You Jingzhou obediently bent down slightly, allowing her to completely hug him. Yu Shuling's frame and stature were not petite among girls, but this was the first time she had ever hugged an adult man like this. She smelled the faint woody fragrance on his body, mixed with the dry warmth of the sun, a scent unique to the person she loved.

It makes people feel comfortable and at ease.

Because of his initiative, Yu Shuling looked at the boy's thin lips and couldn't resist kissing them again, hooking her arms around his neck and holding him tightly. She had never thought that she could be so clingy in a relationship, but the moment her lips touched his, the heat that naturally rose within her urged her to want more.

A simple kiss gradually changed its flavor.

This time, no questions were needed; a tacit understanding had gradually formed between them. Before Yu Shuling could react, and was still thinking about how to give a hint, she was already pinned against the wall, her body trapped between the boy's broad chest and the wall, and a passionate kiss once again overwhelmed her.

The various items on her body were casually stripped off and tossed to the ground, and her uniquely masculine aura grew increasingly hot and lingering. You Jingzhou kissed her tenderly, from her eyebrows to her cheeks, then to her neck and collarbone, until he was completely aroused, and then kissed her moist lips, silencing any sweet sounds that might follow.

The indoor temperature gradually began to rise.

**

In the days that followed, the two acted like any other couple, going on dates whenever they had free time. Naturally, secrets can't stay hidden forever, especially since they were both popular celebrities and already had a lot of paparazzi watching them.

More and more rumors and gossip about the two are circulating, but now the paparazzi have become smarter. They release snippets of information by using phrases like "female artist with the surname Y" or "male artist with the surname Y," making it difficult for the artists to sue even if the information is false.

Yu Shuling certainly saw those messages, but in order to give fans time to adjust rather than dropping a bombshell on them, she chose to pretend she didn't see them and didn't clarify.

Rumors spread and intensified. Yu Shuling's fans and You Jingzhou's fans went from being angry at the beginning to becoming somewhat numb. After all, one is a top-tier celebrity, and the other is a singer-songwriter with both talent and a good reputation. It wouldn't be considered "out of step" for either of them to be paired with the other.

Moreover, compared to those celebrities who are always causing trouble, even if these two were dating, they would be considered a perfect match, a match made in heaven. Both are very talented, have no real scandals or negative rumors, and are both good people. Not to mention fans, even casual observers are quite accepting of them, and even a CP (couple) supertopic was quickly established in a short period of time.

Yu Shuling & You Jingzhou's fans: "..."

To be honest, the two of them look quite good together in photos.

The super topic wasn't destroyed; instead, it grew stronger with the gathering of many passersby and haters, and the fans gradually began to comfort themselves.

Anyway, it's impossible to be a nun or monk for life. I've found someone honest, decent-looking, and decent-natured. Isn't that a good brother-in-law/sister-in-law relationship?

Moreover, You Jingzhou himself didn't start out as a popular idol; he's a producer and singer who truly made his way up through his own work. Similarly, Yu Shuling has also begun her own transformation, with more than half of the songs on her previous solo albums being self-written, which has also won her market success.

When fans of both sides were attacked by anti-fans, they even started to fight back on each other's behalf, and gradually the tension between them eased.

This year, Yu Shuling simply spent the Spring Festival with You Jingzhou. Since Yu Shuling had no plans to meet her parents, You Jingzhou risked being scolded by his family and sneaked out on New Year's Eve to be with his girlfriend.

Yu Shuling spent the past two years with her teammates, but this year, since her boyfriend has just become her boyfriend, she is experiencing the dilemma of having to choose between two equally important people. However, it wouldn't be appropriate for her teammates to spend the New Year with her, so when faced with Lin Yujie and Chuan Nai's coquettish questioning, she had no choice but to publicly announce their relationship in the group chat.

Lyra's private chat group immediately exploded.

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Author's Note: Two more chapters to go.