Lin Dang, a journalism and communication student dedicated to social news. Chu Zhen, a program producer dedicated to social issues and people's livelihoods. Two like-minded individuals who deve...
Chapter 108 Loneliness is unbearable
A confession that was completely unscripted left the host somewhat at a loss.
"Song Ji-hyo, my name is Jo Jung-woo, and this is the third time we've met." Jo Jung-woo said affectionately on stage.
"How could this be the third time? We met once before when we went back to City B for our banquet, right? This should be the second time~"
"Let's hear what he has to say. Men remember these details very well. I'm afraid of all those anniversaries in the future, like the hundredth day since we met, and things like that!" We were sitting in the front row, and Chu Zhen had been recording a video on his phone ever since Zhao Zhengyu came on stage.
I have no idea what they're up to. Let's just keep listening to Zhao Zhengyu's confession.
“We first met at Chu Zhen and Lin Dang’s wedding. Your smile that day was even more radiant and beautiful than the bride’s. It was that smile that I couldn’t shake off for a long time. When the first episode aired, it was the second time I saw you. You stood on the stage smiling, listening to the male guests confess their love to you. I was worried that you would choose one and take them away. So, I’m here today for only one purpose: Song Ji-hyo, I like you. Please give me a chance to love you. I will definitely do better than Chu Zhen. If you believe me, please leave with me.” Zhao Zhengyu walked up to Song Ji-hyo, extended his right hand, and waited expectantly for her response.
"Together, together~" When the whole audience was waiting for the answer in silence, Chu Zhen suddenly shouted towards the stage. This shout seemed to stir up the emotions that had just been felt in the audience, and the whole audience shouted together, "Together, together~" The female guests on the stage also shouted with tears in their eyes. Except for Huang Yanyan and me, who stared wide-eyed in disbelief. Yanyan looked at me in the audience, and I could only gesture to her that I really didn't know anything.
Song Ji-hyo cast a look of help my way, but I was powerless to help her. When it comes to matters of the heart, it all depends on one's own heart.
After a long while, Song Ji-hyo reached out and took Jo Jung-woo's hand. Jo Jung-woo became the first male guest who came for love and left with love.
"I don't care, I'm not participating in the next episode. Call me sick or missing, I don't want to be on screen anymore." After the recording, Zhao Zhengyu treated a group of us to dinner, during which Huang Yanyan expressed various complaints.
"Just have Chen Weiqi take you off the stage, it's that simple~" Zhao Zhengyu said casually.
"Chu Zhen, when did you start colluding with Zhao Zhengyu?" I questioned, believing that everyone present was eager to know.
"Sister-in-law, what do you mean by 'collusion'? That sounds awful. We're just partners at most." Zhao Zhengyu was completely unserious. If you hadn't seen him in his white coat, seriously examining patients, you'd think he was just a carefree rich kid.
"Zhao Zhengyu, I just didn't want to show my face on stage anymore, waiting to be chosen by the male guests before I reluctantly came down with you. It doesn't mean we're really dating~" Song Ji-hyo probably couldn't believe that the Zhao Zhengyu in front of her was the same refined gentleman who had just been on stage.
"That won't do. You held my hand and walked off the stage in front of everyone. You have to take responsibility for me." I really can't understand how Chu Zhen became friends with Zhao Zhengyu. If it weren't for his good looks, I would really want to beat him up for his shamelessness.
Everyone chimed in, their conversation revolving around Song Ji-hyo and Jo Jung-woo. Song Huai, in particular, adopted the air of an older brother-in-law, constantly "lecturing" Jo Jung-woo. Although he talked about how to love and be responsible for his younger sister, his tone couldn't hide his excitement, after all, this thirty-year-old woman had been won over by such an outstanding man.
While everyone was having a good time, I noticed Huang Yanyan sitting to the side, drinking alone in silence.
"Baby, don't drink anymore~" I took the wine glass from Yan Yan's hand, and the moment she looked up, tears involuntarily fell from her eyes.
"Lin Dang, I don't want to embarrass myself on stage anymore~" Yan Yan's tone was somewhat disappointed and pleading. She originally agreed to participate in the show hoping that Chen Weiqi would take her away in front of the whole city. However, after two episodes, Chen Weiqi still didn't show any emotion. He didn't even make a decision about who his crush was. There were also male guests who came specifically for Huang Yan Yan, but as the largest group in City A, her marriage was not a game. No one but Chen Weiqi could take her away.
"I believe he'll take you away, but if you don't want to go on stage, we won't record. Okay, no more drinking~"
"Okay, I won't drink it. I'm going to touch up my makeup."
Huang Yanyan turned and left. I glanced at Chen Weiqi and our eyes met. However, his gaze followed Huang Yanyan's figure and looked towards the door.
I thought Yan Yan went out to be alone, but she didn't come back for a long time, so I felt uneasy. I told Chu Zhen and went to the bathroom. As soon as I got to the bathroom, I heard arguing inside.
"Don't touch me, or I'll kill you all!"
"I believe you have the ability, Mr. Huang. It's just that women in their thirties are at their prime, and you're all alone. If you weren't so lonely, you wouldn't be on a dating show. Look at my dad, he's a prominent figure in City A. You'd be better off with me." The man's voice was mocking.
"Yan Yan, open the door quickly!" The bathroom door was locked from the inside, so I could only shout.
"Lin Dang, hurry up and call for help!"
I immediately ran back to the private room.
"Chu Zhen, Yan Yan is in trouble!" I exclaimed in a panic. Chu Zhen rushed out immediately upon hearing this, but someone else was faster than him. When we got to the bathroom, Chen Weiqi was kicking the door like a madman. Soon after, Chu Zhen and Zhao Zhengyu joined in kicking the door. The three of them were really strong, and the door was kicked open in an instant. Yan Yan looked panicked, and I immediately went forward to hug her. Chen Weiqi, with a dark expression, threw a punch at the "culprit."
"You dare hit me? You're asking for it!" the man said arrogantly.
"I'm going to hit you!" Chu Zhen kicked him directly in the stomach. The man felt a sharp pain and bent over to squat on the ground.
"You just wait, I'll get my dad to deal with you!"
"Okay, I'll wait. My name is Chu Zhen. Remember, Chu as in Chu Zhen, and Zhen as in Chu Zhen~" Chu Zhen grabbed his collar, and his eyes scared me.
Seeing that there were many of us, the man knew he would inevitably suffer losses here, so he endured the pain and walked out, still cursing under his breath.
"Put it on, I'll do it~" Chen Weiqi draped his suit jacket over Huang Yanyan, picked her up horizontally, and Yanyan was a little surprised, looking at Chen Weiqi with a flustered expression. But at this moment, Chen Weiqi's eyes were fixed straight ahead, and he tightened his grip on Huang Yanyan, afraid of hurting the girl on his body.
"We're leaving now, Lin Dang. Could you please take Yan Yan's bag back with you?"
Okay~
"Lin Dang, what did Chen Weiqi just shout? Was it Yan Yan?" Song Zhixiao tugged at my sleeve.
"Yes, it's Yan Yan~" Looking at their backs, could this be a blessing in disguise? Huang Yan Yan, Chen Wei Qi will definitely lead you off the stage in the next episode, right?