On Ling Yichen and Jun Mo Ran's long and arduous journey of love, the stumbles and trials of the past seemed to have become the foundation of their relationship, making their feelings grow ever stronger and deeper. They once believed that after so many hardships, they were strong enough to withstand all the frost and snow of the world. However, the trajectory of fate is always unpredictable. A sudden emotional crisis descended like a dark cloud, once again plunging them into a turbulent sea of ​​trust, ruthlessly testing their hard-won relationship.

The crisis was sparked by malicious rumors that suddenly appeared in the entertainment industry. These baseless and unfounded rumors spread rapidly across the internet like a malignant tumor, relentlessly eroding their carefully cultivated reputations and images. Suddenly, major entertainment sections and social media platforms were dominated by sensational headlines: "Ling Yichen and Jun Mozhan's relationship is in trouble, suspected of being on the verge of breaking up," "The hidden truth behind the former sweet couple"... The accompanying images were maliciously edited and taken-out video screenshots, as well as blurry and indistinguishable so-called "leaked photos." Every word was like a sharp dagger, piercing directly into their lives and emotions.

Initially, Ling Yichen and Jun Moran didn't take these rumors to heart. They were well aware of the fickle and complex nature of the entertainment industry and firmly believed that the innocent would remain innocent and the guilty would remain guilty. Similar unfounded rumors were common in the past, and they figured that ignoring them would allow the hype to dissipate. However, the situation developed far beyond their expectations. As the rumors intensified, the fan base began to stir and split, with comment sections filled with doubts, insults, and heartbroken cries. Collaborators also called to inquire, their voices filled with worry and doubt. Several important film and television projects were even put on hold, with the companies stating they would observe the situation for a while before making a decision. The immense pressure was overwhelming, leaving them with no way to escape.

Jun Mo Ran was the first to notice something amiss. Looking at the overwhelming malicious speculation online, his expression grew increasingly grave. His fingers, gripping his phone tightly, turned white, and his knuckles bulged slightly. "Yi Chen, this situation is tricky. These rumors seem to be deliberately spread, with the aim of destroying us." His voice was low, revealing barely concealed anger and worry. Ling Yi Chen frowned, his cold gaze sweeping over the vile words on the screen. His own anger burned. "No matter who's behind this, we can't just sit here and wait to die." Though he spoke tough, a sense of unease crept into his heart. After all, the power of public opinion was immense; a slight misstep could lead to utter ruin.

To clarify the facts, they urgently held a press conference. At the conference, flashing lights stung the eyes, and reporters from various media outlets had already set up their cameras and microphones, their eyes filled with inquiry and eagerness, as if they could pry a bombshell from them at any moment. Ling Yichen and Jun Moran stood side by side, their postures still upright, but those who knew them well could see the deep weariness and exhaustion hidden in their eyes.

Ling Yichen spoke first, his voice steady and clear: "Dear media friends, recently there have been rampant false rumors about Jun Mo Ran and me. Here, I solemnly declare that these are all baseless rumors. We have come a long way, weathered many storms, and our relationship is as solid as a rock, never wavering." Jun Mo Ran added, "We have always focused on our acting careers, striving to bring you excellent works, but we never expected to be attacked so maliciously. We hope everyone can remain rational and not be misled by false information." Despite their sincere words and firm attitude, the reporters in the audience did not give up, bombarding them with questions: "How do you explain those photos circulating online?" "It is said that you have been arguing frequently recently, even having a cold war, is that true?" Faced with these sharp questions, the two patiently answered each one, but the helplessness and bitterness in their hearts grew stronger.

The press conference failed to quell the storm as they had hoped. Rumors continued to circulate online, even spawning more outrageous versions. What worried Ling Yichen even more was that he noticed Jun Mo Ran had become increasingly taciturn lately, often spending hours alone in his study, the door tightly shut, receiving little response to his knocks and calls. A sense of foreboding crept into Ling Yichen's heart; could it be that Jun Mo Ran's feelings for them had wavered amidst this turmoil?

One night, Ling Yichen woke up in the middle of the night to find the bed beside him empty. Reaching out, he found the blankets were already cold. His heart tightened, and he got up to look for them. He saw a faint light shining through the crack in the study door. Pushing the door open, he saw Jun Mo Ran sitting at his desk, his eyes fixed on the computer screen. The screen was filled with dense comments from netizens; the vicious words, like grotesque ghost faces, were particularly glaring in the darkness. Jun Mo Ran's eyes were red-rimmed, and his face was streaked with tears, clearly indicating he had been crying alone for a long time.

"Mo Ran, stop looking. These people aren't worth your sadness." Ling Yichen quickly stepped forward, wanting to turn off the computer, but Jun Mo Ran raised her hand to stop him. "Yichen, do you think our relationship can really withstand so much slander? I'm so tired, facing this malice every day, I'm afraid... I'm afraid that one day we'll really be torn apart by rumors." Jun Mo Ran's voice trembled, each word like a heavy hammer blow to Ling Yichen's heart. Ling Yichen suddenly pulled Jun Mo Ran into his arms, holding him tightly, as if trying to build a solid fortress for him with his embrace to protect him from all harm: "Mo Ran, don't be silly, I'm right here beside you. No amount of rumors, no difficulties or setbacks can compare to your importance in my heart. We've been through so much together, what's a little storm like this? Trust me, okay?"

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