Chapter 44 Chapter 44 Aren't you going to ask?
The moment the words left his mouth, Ling Zhao regretted them.
He's not quite thinking clearly right now.
Because he rarely has the experience of being alone with someone, and today happened to be a filming opportunity, he had to clear his mind of all distractions and focus much more attention on the other person than usual.
Emotions that wouldn't normally be expressed found an outlet on the filming set.
This resulted in all his senses constantly reminding him of the presence of another person beside him, even after filming had ended.
But... all of this will eventually return to reality.
Upon glancing up and seeing the surprised expression on the other person's face, Ling Zhao's expression calmed down: "I mean... this is my usual state."
Mu Jiu blinked in confusion, glanced at him, and hesitated before speaking, "You mean..."
"Do you often look out the window, sometimes blushing, sometimes spacing out, sometimes grinning like an idiot?"
If Ling Zhao usually seemed unapproachable, until just now, he seemed as light and airy as a ball of cotton.
Mu Jiu always felt that the other party's state was such that no matter what conditions he said that were difficult to accept, the other party would agree to them in a moment of excitement.
Ling Zhao: "..."
Ling Zhao: "No, I was drunk."
Having his attention diverted, Mu Jiu recalled what he had said: "They probably only toasted you less than three times?"
Ling Zhao repeated expressionlessly, "I'm drunk."
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The evening breeze drifted into the house through the open-air windows.
Noticing Guo Zifu hugging herself and rubbing her arms, Deng Minzhou calmly put down his cup and said, "I'll go close the window."
Not long after Deng Minzhou left his seat, the noise at the door attracted everyone's attention.
Seeing Mu Jiu and Ling Zhao enter the house one after the other, Meng Shuning greeted them warmly: "You're back? You've timed your visit perfectly. Teacher Fang's concert was a great success, and everyone was just about to celebrate together."
Fang Yucheng was already sitting in the center of the sofa, and casually raised his hand to greet Meng Shuning.
He still had stage makeup on, and simply wore a trench coat over it. The collar of his silk shirt underneath was slightly open, revealing his collarbone.
Deng Minzhou also walked over from the balcony and casually put his arm around Ling Zhao's shoulder: "Yeah, we have to have a drink together today."
After waving to everyone, Mu Jiu turned to Deng Minzhou and said, "Ling Zhao is attending the social event for me tonight, so I'll skip this one. I can still have a little to drink."
Before anyone could react, another voice came over.
"Need not,"
Ling Zhao said coldly, "I'll take her place."
[Wait, what happened?! Tell me what happened between these two today!!!]
[Aaaaaaah, it wasn't for nothing that I waited all day and night, I finally got to eat some candy!]
There's definitely something going on between these two. Damn it, why doesn't the production team show behind-the-scenes footage of Chao Mu?
[Ling Zhao seems to be overflowing with possessiveness and protectiveness today!]
I won't say who the shipper is who's posting sweet moments.
Aside from the jubilation of the Chaomu CP fans, discordant voices in the comments section, as always, poured cold water on the situation:
[It's been clearly stated that this is Fang Yucheng's victory celebration banquet, so why insist on saying it was for him to drink? Isn't that incredibly impolite?]
Seriously? Do we have to bring up drinking culture just to watch a variety show?
[If you don't like drinking, then don't drink. Why offer to drink for someone else?]
The expressions on the faces of the people sitting in the living room were all different.
Guo Zifu spoke up first: "Oh, the point isn't drinking, it's playing games~"
As she spoke, she beckoned to Deng Minzhou: "Quickly, explain the rules of the game."
Forced into the situation, Deng Minzhou smiled helplessly and tried to smooth things over: "Alright, alright, everyone sit down first... Yes, yes, I was talking about these two who just got home!"
After Mu Jiu and Ling Zhao took their seats, he cleared his throat in a serious tone: "The program is sponsored by Quan Quan Dairy, which is delicious and healthy... cough."
Amidst the "you're here to sell products again" expressions from the crowd, he skillfully explained the rules: "Whoever the empty bottle on the table is turned to has to choose truth or dare."
"However, I still recommend that everyone try to choose truth or dare. I've seen the dare missions, and they are definitely more entertaining than truth or dare."
"I won't draw the truth questions from the game cards, let's all go for the big ones."
Deng Minzhou, holding the empty bottle on the table, said mysteriously, "The questions will be asked by the previous person selected, and I'll start with the first one."
Truth or Dare!
[These kinds of segments are definitely scripted, unless you draw Shushu or Fang Yucheng and ask, 'When is Meng Xiangcheng really getting married?']
[The lady in front of me has such a good appetite, eating and taking things away!]
[This kind of game should let the audience ask questions! Does the production team even understand what live streaming and riding the wave of popularity are?! (Heartbreaking)]
...
The live stream viewership surged because of this game.
The guests inside the cabin sat together, watching as Deng Minzhou flicked his wrist, and the empty wine bottle began to spin on the glass tabletop.
After spinning countless times, the bottle finally came to a slow stop, and in the tense atmosphere, the bottle mouth pointed precisely at Meng Shuning.
Wow!
Deng Minzhou started by livening up the atmosphere: "I didn't expect that the first one would be Shu Ning, whom our viewers all really like~"
"I believe everyone is very interested in what my first question is."
At this point, he seemed to remember something, and a smile appeared on his lips: "Give the fans five seconds to post the questions they want to ask in the live chat."
"Countdown, five... Okay."
Deng Minzhou: "Please answer truthfully, Shu Ning, what do you admire most about your ex?"
No sooner had he finished speaking than Guo Zifu, who was standing next to him, slapped him with exasperation: "You tricked your fans here just to ask such an easy question? What kind of question is that? Do you even know how to play? Let me do it!"
After saying that, Guo Zifu looked at Meng Shuning expectantly and said, "Shushu, I'll ask you the question that everyone wants to know the most."
As she spoke, her gaze swept over Fang Yucheng beside her, her face full of gossip: "When are you two planning to reunite?"
Deng Minzhou, who was abruptly interrupted, was both amused and exasperated: "Don't steal the host's job... and you're jumping around way too fast! According to the script, is this a question that can be asked now?"
[Just ask what happened!! I want to hear it, I want to hear it, Guo Zifu, you're my mouth double!]
[Fufu should be the host; the ratings would definitely hit a new high.]
[Taking a sneak peek amidst the chaos, Deng Minzhou and Guo Zifu are truly a match made in heaven. It's just a pity they broke up; their interactions were so sweet.]
Deng Minzhou is still too inexperienced. Only someone like Fufu, who does live streaming, knows what the audience likes to watch.
Amidst the chaos in both the live stream and the actual event, Meng Shuning was amused by Guo Zifu and Deng Minzhou.
It wasn't until she calmed down that she waved her hand and tried to become serious.
"Regarding the final choice made by me and Professor Fang..."
She deliberately drew out her words, "ignoring" Guo Zifu's excited expression, and said in a serious tone, "When the final choice is made, everyone will naturally know the answer."
"That's the same as not saying anything at all! Shushu, you're cheating!"
Guo Zifu immediately started whining and hugging her arm, acting coquettishly: "You're going to answer my question, why aren't you answering properly? I'm not going to be friends with you anymore."
While laughing, Deng Minzhou pulled Guo Zifu back and pointed at the camera, saying, "That's what you call fouling! If this airs, the post-production team will have to work overtime to cut it out!"
[Aaaaaaah! This isn't some kind of content that can't be broadcast! Let me hear the real truth!]
[Damn it, what was I expecting? I thought they were going to release some sweet moments!]
[Shu Ning has gone astray; she's actually spouting nonsense literature now.]
Since Shushu is keeping such a tight-lipped story, let's just hope she gets transferred to Teacher Fang next.
After the interruption, the atmosphere in the living room became more relaxed.
Soon, the empty bottle, spun by Meng Shuning, determined the next person to be chosen.
Mo Chuhe.
Meng Shuning raised an eyebrow in surprise. After pondering for two seconds, she glanced at Qi Qing beside her with a smile and asked, "My question is, Director Mo, is there anyone here who has captured your heart?"
Deng Minzhou & Guo Zifu: "Wow—"
Mo Chuhe glanced at the two of them with amusement, as if addressing mischievous juniors, and helplessly raised her hand to point at them: "You two, don't talk."
As the noisy atmosphere gradually quieted down, Mo Chuhe raised her eyes with a slightly serious expression: "If I had to say who I'm interested in... I have an actor candidate who I'm interested in."
He cast a meaningful glance across the room, saying, "I look forward to seeing you all on set."
[Director Mo, this is "Our Past," not "The Exciting Offer." How come you're working on this show too?!]
[To be honest, I feel like Sister Qi and Director Mo are on this show just to build their own teams /winking emoji]
[Nonsense! I think Qi Qing's last date with Deng Minzhou was totally like a domineering CEO and her younger, adorable boyfriend. Come watch more if you like it!]
[Is the younger, more adorable guy... referring to Deng Minzhou? I think calling him a younger, more adorable poodle would be a better description.]
[Hahaha, the description above really cracked me up!]
After two more rounds of the game, Qi Youxiang and Guo Zifu were both called on. Deng Minzhou's eyes darted around, and he half-jokingly teased, "How can this wine bottle be so inconsiderate? Doesn't it know to point at Chengcheng, who's having a big celebration today?"
He deliberately used a professional voice and exaggeratedly shouted, "For the next month, Chengcheng will be holding concerts in S City, Y City, and D City. Please remember to support us!"
Guo Zifu crossed her arms and rubbed them together, deliberately clicking her tongue in disgust.
Amidst laughter from the room, the bottle was spun around forcefully once more. The glass, reflecting the halo of the overhead light, slowly came to a stop under the expectant gazes of the crowd, this time with the bottle's mouth pointing precisely at Fang Yucheng.
"Ohhhhhhh!"
Deng Minzhou took the lead, clenching his fists and turning backward to celebrate his victory.
After things quieted down again, Guo Zifu, who had been chosen in the previous round, winked playfully: "Now that it's my turn, I won't let Teacher Fang off so easily!"
She deliberately drew out her words, watching everyone hold their breath, then suddenly smiled towards the live stream camera: "Everyone must be very curious about our Teacher Fang's love life..."
"Among all of Teacher Fang's past relationships, besides Shushu, is there another person you still can't forget?"
[Ahhh, they're going on a killing spree!!]
Guo Zifu is my online mouth double!
[This question is so direct! I suggest you ask more often; kids love this kind of question. /doge]
[Quickly cut to close-up, I want to see everyone's expressions /funny /funny /funny]
The air seemed to freeze instantly, even the background music seemed to be muted. All eyes were fixed on Fang Yucheng.
"This is a very pointed question."
Fang Yucheng smiled slightly, his fingertips unconsciously tracing the rim of the glass: "If I said no, no one would believe me..."
Just as everyone held their breath, he suddenly changed the subject: "But my choice to come here is the answer in itself."
Fang Yucheng is truly a sincere person. He could have kept this a secret, but he chose to tell the truth instead.
I totally agree! He genuinely cherishes writing books, and that's a hundred times better than some pretentious romantic platitudes.
【Aaaaaaaah, I knew Meng Xiangcheng was real!!】
[I almost died from this plot twist. I have to say, Fang Yucheng is really good at this. He completely captured the hearts of young girls.]
[Hmm, but I felt like Fang Yucheng wasn't looking at Meng Shuning when he said that. It felt like he was looking in the direction... never mind, I'll just stay silent.]
[Some people are getting carried away with their own fantasies again. It's disgusting to see Meng Xiangcheng and Cheng Zhen actually being affectionate in this situation.]
Only a few comments noticed that something was wrong.
Amidst the commotion inside the cabin, Ling Zhao calmly raised his eyes and looked at the focus of attention.
Because Mu Jiu was beside him, he could clearly sense that gaze glancing towards him almost imperceptibly.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the strait, the farce continued.
Deng Minzhou smiled and pushed the empty wine bottle in front of Fang Yucheng: "Now, let's have our 'happy' Chengcheng choose the next lucky winner!"
Under everyone's gaze, Fang Yucheng casually placed his hand on the bottle and gently twisted his wrist.
And so, time passed by, minute by minute.
The empty bottle spun rapidly before finally coming to a slow stop.
When you look in the direction the bottle opening is pointing, the air suddenly falls silent.
The current situation is somewhat delicate.
That position is between Mu Jiu and Ling Zhao, but strictly speaking, it actually leans more towards Mu Jiu.
But either of them is enough to spark heated discussions in the live stream.
Just as Deng Minzhou was about to speak to take charge of the event, a soft "clang" was heard.
Ling Zhao's cup tapped lightly against the table.
Everyone's attention was immediately drawn to his actions, but Ling Zhao simply glanced at Fang Yucheng indifferently.
Aren't you going to ask?
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