Chapter 34 Black-Hearted Lotus: Golden Needle Actor, Keep Going!
[The men and women who draw this task, please kiss for ten minutes.]
This is the card that Shen Linzhou drew.
Not only Qin Shu and Song Ying couldn't accept it, but even the viewers in front of the screen exclaimed that something was wrong.
[This task is way too much, even for a couple deeply in love. The production team actually gave this kind of task to punish two unrelated guests, and in front of their boyfriend/girlfriend?]
Calling this kind of person brain-dead is an insult to brain-dead people.
The person who designed this level must have had their head kicked by the donkey in the backyard more than ten or eight times.
[A program can be down-to-earth, but it can't be corrupt. 'Love Detective' should have some decency.]
The director originally intended to use this task to provoke conflict and create tension between the couple.
Conflict creates topics and generates buzz.
When people are emotionally charged, they are most likely to reveal their personality and details of life, presenting their most authentic side in front of the camera.
But this time, the results were completely beyond his control.
The comments section was filled with angry and sarcastic remarks.
#The Detective's Love Journey: Be a decent human being
#UnderworldVarietyShow
#If you're sick, get treatment. Are you alright?
A series of topics trended on social media.
Even on the set of the show, the situation was temporarily out of control.
"Shen Linzhou! What do you mean? You actually accepted a mission like this?!"
Jiang Yueyao glared angrily at Shen Linzhou, feeling as if she were being harassed by a vast green field.
Pian Chenlin didn't think much of it and remained calm and composed.
"It's just a game, and we're all actors. Don't we often have to make such sacrifices when filming? Yueyao, calm down, there's no need to take it so seriously."
"I'm taking this seriously?" Jiang Yueyao laughed angrily. "So, you're really planning to kiss Song Ying?"
"I already said it's just a game. Yueyao, don't make a big deal out of it."
"Excuse me, but I cannot—"
Song Ying raised her hand, turned to the staff member next to her, and said, "I choose the 10,000-meter race, thank you."
"Um, Teacher Song, are you sure?"
The staff also realized that the atmosphere on the scene was a bit subtle, but they still confirmed with Song Ying again.
"OK. Can we begin?"
"Well, let's begin..." The staff stepped aside.
Song Ying and Qin Shu exchanged a glance, and then they actually started running around the perimeter of the lawn.
The afterglow of the setting sun fell upon the two of them, outlining their silhouettes with golden light. The scene was serene yet full of vitality, a vibrant expression of youth.
In contrast, Jiang Chenlian, who has always been praised, is a complete mess.
Jiang Yueyao could tolerate Shen Linzhou's secret affairs because no matter what, he would at least save face for her in front of others and not embarrass her.
But today, Shen Linzhou's intentions can be described as completely blatant.
What kind of bullshit "dedicated" persona are they trying to create?
Filming is unavoidable, and if it really comes to it, you can always use camera tricks. Although she felt uncomfortable, she could accept it to some extent.
But how can it be considered a trivial task for a variety show, right in front of her?
Not to mention, there's Qin Shu's outstanding talent preceding her.
"Other boyfriends would rather run 10,000 meters than accept a mission if they're afraid their girlfriends will mind. But you, you're planning to kiss Song Ying! Shen Linzhou, do you really think I'm dead? You're really something!"
Jiang Yueyao rarely gets angry in front of the camera in order to maintain her public image.
This was the first time that Shen Linzhou had angered him so much that he had lost his temper in public.
It was Jiang Yueyao's reaction, coupled with Song Ying's blunt rejection, that calmed Shen Linzhou's feverish mind.
A wave of fear washed over him. He was secretly annoyed that Song Ying was a vixen. He had been bewitched just now, thinking he was on a winning streak and decided to take advantage of the situation and make the charade real.
"Don't you know who I am? How could I possibly kiss another girl in front of my girlfriend? I was just teasing you guys, just joking. Okay, Yueyao? Don't be angry, it's my fault, I apologize, okay?"
Just a moment ago, Shen Linzhou was infatuated with lust, but now he transformed into a warm man, speaking gently and coaxing Jiang Yueyao again and again.
Goodness, thank goodness it was a joke, I almost thought that Actor Shen really had feelings for Song Ying!
[Actor Shen is such a silly deer. What kind of joke is this? He had to scare people like that. I almost had my illusions shattered.]
This is the first time I've ever seen Yueyao so angry. Mr. Shen, you should be more careful next time. You can't just make jokes like that.
[Jiang Yueyao is also strange, okay? She eagerly accepted Qin Shu's princess carry, but then wouldn't let Shen Linzhou kiss any girl. Her double standards are too obvious.]
[Upstairs +1, and was Shen Linzhou's reaction really a joke? I don't believe it. I bet a pack of spicy strips that this couple will run into problems sooner or later.]
Some dissenting voices appeared in the live chat, but they were quickly scrolled away.
It's not that the fans are mindless; it's just that the two have cultivated the image of a model couple so well over the years that even if there are any signs of something going on, the fans selectively ignore them because of their biased perception.
Unless one day, when solid evidence of infidelity is presented, fans will not be able to truly see the truth.
Of course, it's also possible that some people are genuinely blind, such as those who are shouting for the return of the rule of law.
Of course, that's a story for another time.
Now, let's talk about Jiang Yueyao.
The netizens were unaware of the situation and believed Shen Linzhou's attempts to cover it up. However, Jiang Yueyao knew him very well. This embarrassing situation could not be resolved with just a few words.
Under Shen Linzhou's coaxing, Jiang Yueyao's eyes reddened, tears welled up, her voice softened, and she looked at him pitifully as she began her performance.
"Lin Zhou, are the things you just said true?"
Shen Linzhou wiped away her tears and said firmly, "Silly girl, of course it's true! You're the only one in my heart. No matter what mission it is, even if the director holds a knife to my throat, I won't follow that stupid mission."
"So, you're actually planning to do the same as Qin Shu, directly refuse, and choose to accept the 10,000-meter race instead?"
"Of course, I'm sure..." Shen Linzhou stopped mid-sentence, finally realizing he had fallen into a trap.
Jiang Yueyao!
This woman's thirst for revenge is damnably strong!
Shen Linzhou had already cursed the person a hundred times in his heart, but since he had already said it, there was no way back. He could only laugh awkwardly and finish the sentence, "He will definitely choose the 10,000-meter race as well."
"Okay, then go quickly!"
Jiang Yueyao stopped crying and even clapped her hands, saying, "I'll cheer you on!"
The staff member next to them immediately handed over the pedometer.
"Mr. Shen, this is for you."
Shen Linzhou: "...?"
Two minutes later.
On the vast lawn, Shen Linzhou began his run in the sunset.
Compared to the relaxed and confident running couple, Shen Linzhou was all alone, and it didn't take long for him to show signs of fatigue, and his pace gradually became erratic.
[This actor's physique doesn't seem like that of someone who works out regularly!]
[He's not even as steady at running as Song Ying, a girl. No wonder he's a movie star who loves enoki mushrooms.]
[LOL Golden Enoki Mushroom Actor, this name is absolutely brilliant!]
When Shen Linzhou was panting heavily, he had no idea that he had acquired a new "nickname," and that this title would accompany him throughout his short but brilliant life.
What he didn't expect was that, just as he was struggling, the director, who rushed to the scene from the control room, announced on the spot in order to salvage the show's reputation that the interactive box was caused by a staff member mistakenly taking the task cards of the couples, and the guests no longer needed to be punished.
Sweet Bean was overjoyed upon hearing this and rushed to Qin Shu and Song Ying, calling them back.
Shen Linzhou watched from afar, curious but unsure of what had happened, and dared not stop, so he could only keep running.
Sweat dampened her hair. When Song Ying walked back, her face was flushed and covered in sweat, which only made her skin appear more translucent and radiant.
Sweet Bean quickly handed her the water.
Song Ying thanked them, but before she could even drink, she overheard Jiang Yueyao's conversation with the director.
Director: "Teacher Jiang, how about I have someone call Actor Shen back?"
Jiang Yueyao smiled and said, "No need. Lin Zhou said yesterday that he hasn't had a chance to work out properly in the past two weeks. Now that he has the opportunity, let him work out to his heart's content."
Blinking, Song Ying suddenly lowered her voice and asked Tian Dou, "Is Jiang Yueyao starting to turn evil and plot against Shen Linzhou?"
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