Chapter 119 The alternate account is now public (37,000 words) Forum content...
It's another night in Madrid. Yesterday, one was performing passionately on stage, while the other was watching intently from below. Today, both of them are sitting in the audience watching others sweat it out.
Football is a sport that tests even the willpower of the audience. In the 90 minutes of the game, not counting injury time, the exciting moments may only last for a few minutes or ten minutes. However, for a young couple watching a live football match together for the first time, everything is new and exciting.
The two men's heads shook back and forth like rattles, looking at this side and then that side. Although Real Madrid suffered a crushing defeat to PSG in the Club World Cup, causing Mbappe to lose to his former club, the world-class star's speed was still there. He ran like a hurricane, leaving the two football novices extremely shocked.
The fans at the stadium were very excited, much like the fans at a concert, but perhaps even more so. When AC Milan was at a disadvantage, a fan sitting next to me went out, but when the score was tied, he ran back and shouted even louder than before.
Seeing everyone around them with flushed faces and bulging necks, the young couple were genuinely worried about their blood pressure and were prepared to call an ambulance at any moment. However, they were also infected by the atmosphere and cheered for every goal.
They watched the entire match, which lasted nearly 95 minutes including stoppage time, and were still discussing it after returning to the hotel, unable to forget that incredible long-range wonder goal.
When you go online, it seems like all you see are chance encounter videos, but—who cares?
They had already poured themselves a glass of fine wine and were heading up to the hotel rooftop to enjoy the beautiful night view.
Kwon Ji-yong leaned back in his recliner, hands behind his head, gazed at the dark night sky for a while, then turned to look at Jiang Tinghan and smiled slightly, "Cheers?"
Jiang Tinghan touched the rim of the wine glass with his fingertips, raised it, and gently clinked it against the glass on the small table. He took a sip, and the intense aroma of grapes burst forth on his tongue.
Kwon Ji-yong quickly picked up his wine glass and complained, "Hey, I haven't even picked it up yet, can't you wait for me?"
Jiang Tinghan said earnestly, "Time waits for no one. Once it's missed, it's missed. If Juler had been just one second faster, he could have gotten to a better position and kicked that ball. Maybe we could have scored a valuable point."
Kwon Ji-yong: "?"
After dating for so long, this is the first time I've wanted to say "Michuso?" to my girlfriend.
He took the initiative to clink glasses with Jiang Tinghan, and a crisp clinking sound rang out, accompanied by his voiceover: "Cheers!"
Jiang Tinghan took another sip of wine and smiled faintly, "Shouldn't we say iSalud here?"
Kwon Ji-yong readily agreed: "iSalud!" (Wishing you good health)
Then he casually remarked, "Juler... isn't he that fair-skinned young man with thick eyebrows and big eyes?"
Jiang Tinghan: "Yes."
From the stands, the players on the field were only the size of soybeans, and you could only recognize them by their jersey numbers. However, when Real Madrid scored, the players all rushed over to celebrate towards the stands, and that's when she finally saw their faces clearly.
Kwon Ji-yong immediately revealed a sharp expression, just like a cat catching a mouse, and rebuked, "Ting Han, why are you so focused on the players' looks when watching a football match? Are you watching the game or looking at their faces?"
Jiang Tinghan couldn't help but laugh as he listened to his foul mouth once again: "Oppa, if I posted your unreasonable words online, at least ten thousand netizens would advise me to break up with you."
Kwon Ji-yong: "No, you can't listen to their nonsense. They definitely want to get rid of me and take over for themselves. These people are so wicked; they all have ulterior motives towards you..."
Jiang Tinghan reached out and gently patted Quan Zhilong's cheek, the force almost like a caress, just enough to leave him dazed but not brain-damaged.
Kwon Ji-yong was stunned for a second before snapping out of it, still fuming: "Waa? I'm telling the truth, why did you hit me? Do you know that besides Ting Han, no one in this world dares to slap me in the face..."
A thousand-word essay can be written in no time.
Jiang Tinghan couldn't help but glance at Quan Zhilong's wine glass. After taking a sip, she felt completely drunk and out of her mind.
"You didn't even blush, so what kind of fight is that? Kuan Ji Yong, can't you be a little reasonable?"
Kwon Ji-yong continued his loud and boisterous speech: "Do you want to slap my face again? Even so, I won't break up with you!"
This person is crazy. It feels like the next thing they'll say is, "With me here, I will never give those stray cats and dogs the chance to come in." What TV series are they watching lately?
As soon as Jiang Tinghan stood up, Quan Zhilong immediately grabbed her hand again and stopped acting up: "Stay with me a little longer, there are so many stars today, it's perfect for stargazing."
"Stars?" Jiang Tinghan looked up but didn't see many, so he took a few more steps forward.
Kwon Ji-yong quickly got up and followed Coldy like a little follower, grumbling, "Wait a little longer, they'll be out soon. I just saw Bega Star and Altair Star, they were so bright! They must be covered by clouds now."
Jiang Tinghan didn't actually want to leave; she had simply moved to the edge of the rooftop to enjoy the city's night view. However, given that everything Quan Zhilong said seemed normal, she chose not to tell him and remained silent for a while.
The man followed her to the fence and breathed a slight sigh of relief. His attention then fell on the brightly lit scene below. It seemed that the Spaniards slept very late, and the place was still bustling with activity even as the night drew to a close.
"It's so beautiful..."
Madrid seemed to stretch out like a warm, yellow ocean beneath my feet, while the Puerta Alcalá in the distance resembled a golden stamp floating on the sea. It felt like the only reason to travel to a foreign country was to witness such exotic beauty firsthand.
Jiang Tinghan: "Oppa, do you know what Bega and Altair are called in Chinese?"
"What? Ah! I know!" Kwon Ji-yong felt the excitement of having guessed the question perfectly on an exam: "In traditional Korean literature, these two stars are called Vega and Altair? Is that right? I know this story originating from the Chinese tale of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, and I also know about the Magpie Bridge..."
“Yes,” Jiang Tinghan blinked, her thick eyelashes trembling slightly, “If we were to say it in Chinese, it would be—Vega, Altair.”
“Weave—a thread of stars? Pull the stars?” Kwon Ji-yong repeated it, feeling that he had been either learning a new language or on his way to learn a new language lately. It was really difficult for this little Korean. However, he liked to try new things and found them very interesting.
"Both 'woman' and 'cow' are pronounced with the 'n' sound," Jiang Tinghan corrected.
Kwon Ji-yong muttered and practiced it a few times, then said, "Vega, Altair."
“Yes.” Jiang Tinghan looked up at the night sky again and saw two bright stars, just as Quan Zhilong had said. She didn’t know that Quan Zhilong knew about astronomy before, but Quan Zhilong read a lot of books and knew a wide variety of things, so it wasn’t surprising that he knew anything.
Others in his position might already be sitting back and waiting for money to roll in, but he still maintains his reading habit. He reads everything—traditional Korean literature, Western philosophy, world classics… As he reads, he accumulates knowledge and skills, which helps him write better lyrics. That's how he came up with the double meanings, metaphors, or allusions in almost every word of his lyrics. He's been working for almost twenty years and is still improving. He's truly an extraordinary person.
"Does Oppa know about Qixi Festival?"
Kwon Ji-yong asked uncertainly, "I think... I've heard of it? Is it something like Valentine's Day?"
"Yes, the Qixi Festival is also called the Qiqiao Festival. It originated from the ancient people's worship of stars and the custom of praying for skills. They worshipped these two stars: Vega was regarded as the goddess of weaving, and Altair was regarded as the guardian of agriculture."
Jiang Tinghan looked at Kwon Jiyong, her gaze clear and light, as gentle as moonlight falling on his face: "The day you were born was the Chinese Qixi Festival."
Kwon Ji-yong was slightly taken aback, finding it somewhat amazing that the two stars he had casually mentioned could actually be connected to him in countless ways.
Is this fate?
He was like a bottle of soda being shaken open; with a "pop," a wave of tingling, slightly sweet sensation surged up as the cap was pried open, and countless bubbles danced in his chest.
How amazing.
What is the date of Qixi Festival this year?
Jiang Tinghan opened her phone and glanced at it: "August 29th."
"Ah, right after our birthday, I remember." Kwon Ji-yong nodded seriously.
Jiang Tinghan's lips curled slightly: "Have you decided what to do that day?"
Kwon Ji-yong: "I've made up my mind. I also want to pray to the Weaver Girl for skill. I feel like I'm not as skilled at making clothes for Iye and the others as I used to be."
These words sound both true and false, but it feels perfectly natural for someone as unconventional as Kwon Ji-yong to say them.
Jiang Tinghan also pretended to believe it: "I hope the Weaver Girl can bless Oppa with the speed to weave three pieces of clothing a day."
Kwon Ji-yong couldn't help but laugh: "My hands will be ruined if I do that, this won't do, I still need to hold the microphone."
The real arrangements will only be revealed when Qixi Festival arrives.
The bright moonlight outlined the contours of two different faces, one cool and aloof, the other delicate and refined, one sharp and the other gentle, weaving together with the gentle evening breeze to create an unforgettable night.
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Netizens are very interested in today's chance encounter.
[Hot Post on Goose Group | I really didn't expect Lao Long to be so irrational when it comes to love...]
[Poster]
Who understands? I always thought he and Juanlian were just playing around, but now... after the concert, he flew to see Juanlian again. Isn't this a romance that the whole world is watching? He's like an old tree that blossoms—once it blooms, there's no stopping him. He's practically head over heels for Juanlian. I know Juanlian is amazing, but I'm still wondering where her charm comes from...
【1L】
Actually, I feel like this couple is just a case of Lao Long (Old Dragon) reaching a certain age and wanting to settle down, and he just happened to meet Juanlian (Roller), who's pretty good in every way. He's just doing this lovey-dovey marketing to boost his girlfriend's popularity. Since they're about to get married anyway, showing off their loving relationship will make those stupid CP fans go crazy spending money. As for what they're really thinking... well, I dare not say, I still want to keep my ID number!
【2L】
People who flaunt their love publicly often break up quickly; the more they get carried away now, the more messy things will be later. Just wait and see.
【3L】
Laughing like a dead man, how come you little black-hearted guys are fighting each other with your left and right brains? One of you is implying that I, Long, chose Han only because she is suitable, not because I love her, while the other says that I, Long, am too infatuated. How about we have a fight?
【4L】
This was actually just a private trip; if it hadn't been exposed and photographed, no one would have known. It's normal for someone with a normal family background to go on a date, and yet it's attracting jealousy from sour grapes. Please leave Long Han alone.
【5L】
It's so hard to guess who's behind the "curtain-rolling" skin! Could it be a fan of another of G-Dragon's pairings? Well, what can we do? G-Dragon's only love is Jiang Tinghan. He loves her so much that he had to go see her after both of his Chinese concerts. He's this age; it's not uncommon for him to find someone he likes, so what's wrong with him being a little clingy? Just let him be.
【6L】
They've officially announced it, of course they have to talk about it, talk about it a lot! What am I supposed to eat if they don't show off their love? All I know is that Long Han and his girlfriend went shopping and watched a game together today, making them the number one most popular K-pop couple. That's all I know.
【7L】
Although we don't know Long Ge's specific schedule, he should have landed on the day of Han Jie's music festival. I wonder if he went to Han Jie's music festival?
【8L】
There's no reason not to watch it!
【9L】
The idea that you should settle down and start a family when you reach a certain age is the dumbest thing ever. First of all, don't try to apply your conventional thinking about getting married at thirty or forty to me. Secondly, if we're talking about settling down, choosing me is actually the least suitable option. Although I'm incredibly famous, I haven't even been in the industry for three years yet, please be aware. My career is in its super-rising phase, so it's impossible for me to get married.
【10L】
Neither Jia Han nor Jia Long has an obligation to get married just because they're dating. If you really want to settle down, go ahead and do it yourselves. It's a good opportunity to comply with the two-child/three-child policy; I'll give all my spots to you.
【11L】
Having a family fortune is such a blessing (poor thing) (poor thing). Even if you're feeling down, don't try to show off your wealth, thank you. Oh my, my heart melts when I see the young couple whispering to each other. After watching the left side, I watched the right side. They cheered for Real Madrid and then for AC Milan. They're like two kittens turning their heads in sync, so sweet and cute!
【12L】
These two are incredibly good at balancing things; they could easily be crowned the best dating couple. First Shanghai Disneyland, then the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid—GC's footprints have covered the whole country! I've traveled all over with GC; I should probably say thank you, GC!
【13L】
Thank you, Leopard Cat, for letting us peek through your fingers at this little bit of sweetness! Idols still in secret relationships must be crying now!
【14L】
Don't cry, it probably won't last even a tenth of our GC time before we break up, the next one will be even better.
【15L】
Haha, our GC is someone we're going to spend our lives with, and even a tenth of that is a long time, so it's really hard to stick to it. When we first found out about their relationship, everyone said that G-Dragon wouldn't know how to date and that they'd break up soon. But now they're still as loving as ever, and their love seems even more intense! GC, a couple that gets stronger the more you pour oil on them!
【16L】
I can understand the original poster's shock. When I saw him appear in Madrid, I was also incredulous. It's not far from Macau to Shanghai, so a get-together is fine, especially since this is in China, Han Jie's hometown. But Taipei is tens of thousands of kilometers away from Madrid, and China is tens of thousands of kilometers away from Spain.
Those who said it was just a show should really check if their IQ is over 100. Do you know what it means to fly for a whole day, or travel tens of thousands of kilometers? Even lying down and sleeping all day is uncomfortable enough. To be willing to fly tens of thousands of kilometers and take a flight for at least ten or twenty hours for you, what is this if not true love?
【17L】
Furthermore, I checked all week and there are no direct flights from Taipei to Madrid. I don't think it's very likely that it's a private jet, meaning you, Long, will have to transfer flights for love. Will you have to wait for a flight? You're willing to go through so much hardship just to see your girlfriend without any other engagements or activities. Anyone who says you, Long, don't love Han, I'll be the first to jump out and slap them, okay? Is this not love? This is clearly too much love!
【18L】
Holy crap... This really shocked me. It turns out that whether you're chasing a career or shipping a couple, you have to use data to tell the story. This is so obvious! And if Brother Long also went to Sister's music festival, wouldn't he have been on his way straight from the moment he got off the plane?
After a concert, you spend the whole day on a plane, then go to a music festival, and the next day you go shopping and watch a football game. Brother Long, your energy is just too much! If I had to hold three concerts in a row, I wouldn't want to move for the next week. Could it be that I'm actually 37?
【19L】
This is the power of love! (Aria) Let me see who doesn't support GC's love life, he's made his twenties come back to life! Have you ever seen a GC dressed like a street kid in hooded cargo shorts? Have you ever seen a GC cheering in a jersey? His smile is so bright it could light up the night! GC has it all!
【20L】
So dating a younger man has these advantages! Watching GC talk about dating makes me want to find a younger, eligible bachelor for a serious relationship. Hopefully, things won't be so dull and lifeless anymore.
【21L】
This is a scam! Don't go! It's hell ahead! There are many immature younger men out there, and they might even need your tolerance. There aren't many mature younger men like Sister Kou. She's the type who can manage everything perfectly. Finding someone like her is incredibly difficult. If Sister Kou weren't such a mature and strong person, Brother Long might not have fallen for her, right?
【22L】
Yes, girls will. The value of Kwon Ji-yong's love for Jiang Tinghan is that he will love anyone who is Coldy, regardless of their personality or appearance. Coldy brain and Coldy's exclusive puppy chicken must come and roll!
[23L]
Okay, wishing you 99. If GC is happy, it doesn't matter if the world ends tomorrow.
[24L]
I agree with destruction, I don't want to go to work anymore! (Screams) I think I've found a new thing to ship with. Look, Kwon Yong has been in the industry for almost twenty years, or thirty if you count his debut at six. He's experienced a lot over the years, much more than Kou Jie. But even under such circumstances, she can still create fresh memories with him. Whether it's Shanghai or the Madrid football match, these are experiences he's never had before, right? Isn't that amazing?
【25L】
If I'm a broken circle, then I'm not here to fill in the cracks, but to piece together the missing parts so that when I become a complete circle, the cracks heal themselves. Who says China doesn't have good redemption dramas? Isn't this happening right now in real life? And it's even a Sino-Korean co-production!
【26L】
Why are you all so good at analysis and so eloquent? All I can say is "Wow!" Actually, I'm looking forward to the two of you doing your ilogs (Instagram vlogs). You both did them after the last one at Shangdi, so I'm sure you'll do it this time too!
[27L]
Yes, Lumera's official account even posted backstage photos from the Madrid Music Festival.
【28L】
Ugh, that's not what I want! My standards have been raised so high, I want to see GC's Instagram updates!!!
[29L]
Holy crap, holy crap, holy crap, holy crap!!!
【30L】
What happened? Did my prophecy come true? Did he really post it on Instagram?
【31L】
No! No... no! Ahhhhh, it's my brother's J.yong18624 account that's been made public! (Screams) (Screams) Although the following list and follower list have been cleared to zero, probably to protect my alternate account, the posts are now publicly visible!
It seems like all the previous ones were hidden, but I posted new ones today! I posted two threads at once, both full of Coldy's photos! One is a photo of Han Jie taken at Shangdi, showing her wearing a biscuit headband, eating a crepe, looking at the sky while queuing, standing on tiptoe to see Mickey and Minnie, reaching out to interact with the parade floats, and looking up at the colorful fireworks...
Another one is Madrid, Spain! The first thing you see when you click on it is a picture of a stunningly handsome man on a big screen – unsurprisingly, he went to a music festival!!! Then there's Coldy's profile while eating; is it even possible he's this beautiful without makeup? The next picture, taken on a street in Madrid at night, is even more beautiful! There are also photos of Colin looking in the mirror after changing into his jersey while shopping, a cute photo of him frowning as he struggles to eat ham, a photo of his back to a famous landmark, a photo of him carrying a glass of red wine up the steps and looking up at the camera, and so on…
Those who ship GC, hurry up and check it out! (Screaming) (Screaming) The government is handing out royal stipends!!! Those who want to be Coldy's boyfriend can also check it out; all the photos are taken from the boyfriend's perspective, but G-chan doesn't appear in any of them; it's all photos he took of her!
【32L】
Ahhh! (Writhing like a maggot on the bed) (Going crazy) (Screaming) (Rolling off the bed) (Turning into a monkey) (Flying into the primeval forest) (Swinging on vines)
Am I still half asleep? Who came to my house and slapped me? Are these two crazy, or am I? How could they give out so much sweetness all at once? Huh? Huh? Huh? (Overwhelmed by sweetness, completely bewildered.JPG)
I feel like the original poster and the first two comments must be even angrier now, hahaha!
【33L】
I've seen it all, and I can only say I'm utterly shocked! Every single photo is overflowing with love—no, overflowing with affection! Jiang Tinghan, are you really that happy after leaving me for him? Oh well, as long as you're happy (wiping away tears).
【34L】
Hilarious! The fans are just as dramatic as the idol himself. I bet the solo stans are going to scream again. This brother-in-law is the most arrogant brother-in-law in K-pop history! Number Bro is back! K-pop fans, tremble!
【35L】
Who told her it was her older sister who chose it! It's okay, it's okay, the older sisters have already mentally manipulated themselves, can't they just treat this as Coldy's everyday photos? They can even Photoshop the other person out of a couple's photo, and they don't even have to do anything for a solo photo, plus this side of Coldy is super rare to see, how can it not be a kind of bonus!
【36L】
What kind of power and magic of love is this? How did your photography skills improve so dramatically? They're so beautiful! Although there are still a few black and white filters, I actually think they're just right and have a lot of artistic charm. Am I being brainwashed?
【37L】
Do you really believe in Long's good taste? He just likes to mess around, don't take it seriously. His aesthetic sense is famously good; making his girlfriend's photos look even more stunning is a piece of cake for him. You've been pretending to be a noob for so long that you've really forgotten he's actually a recognized master (laughs) (laughs)
【38L】
Sister, I'm not going to be fooled by Koreans this time! It seems like my oppa is eager to marry a Chinese man! The caption has a huge Chinese character for "she" that you can't recognize if you don't know it—"she"!
The first post is 【She/01】
The second post is 【She/02】
I understand, I understand! There must be a "To be continued" part in part 030405!
【39L】
The simple Chinese character is "respect" and "love". J.yong18624, from now on you will be our brother-in-law. G-Dragon is getting old and his looks have faded. Please step down and make way for our new brother-in-law, Mr. J.
【40L】
Ahhhh, I can't stop laughing! It's so great, Coldy has his own 8low8lowme now!
【41L】
Do they even need matching couple items?! I'm truly impressed by you guys! 8low is a real staff member, but our J.yong18624 is something else entirely—he can actually climb into bed and whisper sweet nothings in someone's ear!
【42L】
Now this is what a truly high-profile display of affection looks like, right? Couple accounts are even appearing! Today is another day where you can't predict GC's next move...
J.yong18624's simple public account and uploaded posts triggered a scene straight out of a mindless novel, causing the entire internet to explode. Mastering the internet is that easy! (Hands)
The reason is simple: my girlfriend is so cute, beautiful, vibrant, and radiant, how can I let her photos gather dust in an album? She should be admired by the whole world!
Saying he's showing off... isn't wrong! But he's been very restrained; he hasn't posted a single photo of the two of them. He's just the man in control of the camera.
In less than half a day since the account was made public, it has gained more than a million followers, and the growth rate is getting faster and faster. Messages from all over the world are pouring in, most of which are similar to "Thank you for letting us see this Coldy" and there are also rows of heart emojis that can make you recognize almost every color in the world.
Some unsuspecting passersby left comments such as, "Is this Coldy's alternate account? Or a staff account?"
At this point, fans will thoughtfully offer a comment—
"This is Coldy's husband!"
Jiang Tinghan's personal account unsurprisingly received a lot of disheartening comments, such as telling her to control her boyfriend and that Kwon Ji-yong did not respect her privacy. However, the compensation policy of giving her sweet dates is still working.
She officially announced that she will release a new rearranged single on August 8th, which will be released online at midnight Beijing time on her birthday.
The fans immediately stopped making a fuss. Not only are there more than a dozen new photos to see today, but there will also be a new song to listen to soon!
That's alright then.
Compared to their own romantic relationships, they care more about their own works.
The fans of the career-oriented group are also career-minded in every way.
As for the midnight Beijing time, most fans think it makes perfect sense, since Coldy is Chinese and this song is clearly a birthday surprise. His birthday must actually be celebrated at midnight Beijing time.
However, it's marked as an adapted song, not a completely original one.
Codas got even more excited. Although they had covered other people's songs on talent shows before, it was different from actually releasing a cover song on their own. This was Coldy's first real cover song!
Chinese fans were ecstatic! Great! After following K-pop for so many years, now Korean fans can finally experience that one-hour time difference! Following Green Card is still the best…
That's not entirely accurate. Simply chasing a green card might not even get you this kind of enjoyment. It's better to pursue Coldy...
They went to J.yong18624's account and repeatedly looked through the only two posts. Not only could they experience the thrill of being a fan, but they could also experience the thrill of successfully pursuing Coldy and making him their girlfriend.
You're great, Number Guy, I'll take your place now.
Back in South Korea, the guy who was staying home as a "digital geek" opened the comments section and private messages, only to find them full of provocative messages. He was furious!
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Author's note: Dragon, don't look, it's a negative review [eating melon emoji]
Chicken Delight has been operating at a super high frequency these past two days!
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