82 Paranoia
Ye Zhenzhen had little experience in live streaming, but she wasn't stressed at all. The more she talked, the more relaxed she became, treating the audience like friends and chatting casually.
Gu Tingshen was standing to the side, not in the frame, but his presence was exceptionally strong. His large, tanned hands would either bring a glass teacup to Ye Zhenzhen's lips or tuck a strand of his wife's hair behind her ear and casually rub her small earlobe.
Moreover, Ye Zhenzhen's reaction to these physical contacts is also very endearing.
How can someone be so beautiful and adorable? Her eyes are so bright and sparkling, like a little child's, so clear and bright, with a gentle, smiling curve, so pink and white—my little peach blossom! Ahhhhh!
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[Damn, the louder you yell, the tighter President Gu hugs you, and he even whispers in your ear!! Tao Tao's ears are all red!!]
[She's got that wifely charm, everyone! So cute, so cute! She looks like she's been well taken care of and is used to it.]
Wow, they seem to be deeply in love! Are they really this clingy?! My goodness, I'm blushing!!!
[This is pure, physical attraction! Mr. Gu can't resist touching and cuddling her; what can he do when his wife is so adorable?!]
[It's kind of cute in a contrast; I thought President Gu was aloof, but he's actually quite clingy.]
[This subtle possessiveness, oh my god, I'm totally shipping this!!!]
[Younger, more naive types are too inexperienced; I need this mature, controlling vibe!!]
Wow, I feel like President Gu could pick Tao Tao up and do *that* to her...
[That arm, if used with a little force, could break Tao Zong's waist!]
The seven members were reporting to their fans about the new dance song they had recently practiced, with some of the more lively members singing and dancing in a funny way.
Ye Zhenzhen glanced at the comments section a few times and happened to see a few explicit comments.
After a moment of stunned silence, her entire body turned red at a visible speed.
The comments section seemed to have discovered a new continent, with the bullet comments scrolling at an even faster pace.
So cute!
【Did Tao Tao see that?! It's so red, oh my god!】
[This is the first time I've seen this in real life. She was already fair-skinned, but now her whole body has turned pink!]
[My ears are practically bleeding, oh my god!! Little Tomato is the best!!!]
[Haha, stop teasing Tao Tao, the baby's almost ready...]
Ye Zhenzhen was so embarrassed that she didn't know what to do with her hands and feet.
She tried to calm her flushed face, picked up her cup and took a sip of tea. Meeting Gu Tingshen's questioning gaze, and thinking of the comments she had just seen, her blood rushed to her face even faster.
Xu Bin was the first to realize that something was wrong. After taking a deep look at the screen, he decisively changed the subject.
Just as the red carpet event was about to begin, the live broadcast came to an end.
But the aftershocks are far from over.
The live stream replay was analyzed repeatedly, and the part where Ye Zhenzhen blushed and Xu Bin stuttered, as well as other memorable interactions, were all captured by netizens and turned into GIFs and memes that circulated widely.
There are also countless fan-made images and texts, which are increasingly heading towards the midnight scene.
"Oh no, I think Zhenzhen is going to develop a phobia of live streaming..."
In a classroom converted into a temporary office in remote Yunnan, Zhao Nanqiao, taking a break from her busy schedule, watched the live stream on her phone with a beaming smile. She said it was a pity, but her fingers were busy saving the images.
The child actors around them dared not step forward because of the director's intimidating presence.
Only assistant director Zhang Qingfeng walked straight to her with a water bottle and sat down next to her, his arm seemingly casually resting on the back of Zhao Nanqiao's chair. "What are you looking at? Why are you laughing like that?"
"Live stream, your boss is doing a live stream with ZDK today." Zhao Nanqiao waved her phone in front of him and said casually.
Zhang Qingfeng and Ye Zhenzhen have had several very pleasant collaborations. Some time ago, he signed a management contract with Taoyao and officially became a full-time employee of Taoyao. Isn't Ye Zhenzhen his boss?
Zhang Qingfeng didn't pay attention to his own boss, but he immediately spotted several of ZDK's idols dressed like male peacocks courting, striking poses in front of the camera.
He pursed his lips, "Why does it smell so calciumy?"
"Oh, you're from Kongtong? How many short videos have you personally filmed for them? Boy bands don't sell themselves, they're not thinking straight. As long as the fans like watching, that's all that matters."
"Which pair do you ship? There are over ten pairs in their group, it's a real mess," Zhang Qingfeng asked tentatively.
"Why would I ship them? They've only been a group for a few days, they've got plenty of time to grow." Zhao Nanqiao glanced at him, then pushed the item forward further, whispering in his ear, "Look at your boss, and President Gu. If you're going to ship them, they should be a real couple. President Gu may have only shown his hand briefly, but he's actually quite the actor..."
Zhang Qingfeng sat stiffly as she approached, his heart pounding like a drum. He couldn't even hear what she was saying, only feeling the warm breath brushing against his ear. Half of his body felt numb and tingly, and he unconsciously held his breath.
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The red carpet event before the music awards ceremony started at 6 p.m. ZDK's seven members said goodbye to their boss and the audience in front of the screen, and headed to the venue in high spirits.
Ye Zhenzhen, having finished her live stream, relaxed and leaned into the man's arms. "Oh my, it's finally over."
"Are you tired?" Gu Tingshen rubbed the back of her neck, as if he were petting a cat.
"Yeah, it was my first time live streaming, so I was a little nervous." Ye Zhenzhen squinted her eyes comfortably. "How was it? Did I mess up?"
"No, you look very relaxed and not nervous at all."
"I haven't even had a chance to read the comments. I'll watch the replay later." Gu Tingshen coughed lightly as he saw her about to check her phone. "Dad just called you."
Ye Zhenzhen's attention was easily diverted, and she picked up her phone to call her father. "Dad, what's up?"
...
"Yes, I'm recovering really well. The doctor said I should be almost fully recovered in another two weeks... I'm quite good at taking care of people now, just ask Ting Shen if you don't believe me!"
She looked over with a smile, her bright eyes radiating pure joy.
The man's strong forearms easily restrained her, and the familiar scent of flowers and fruits filled her nostrils.
Gu Tingshen ruffled the fluffy little buns on her head, his eyes dark and intense.
She's only 22 years old; she's still a child.
The age gap had never been so clearly presented to him.
The difference isn't obvious at 30 or 22, but what about ten or twenty years from now?
But he had no intention of letting go. During this time, he could see her but not touch or hold her, and his secret longing for physical intimacy grew stronger, like a skin hunger—a yearning to touch, caress, hug, kiss…
There was an insatiable void in his heart, clamoring that it wasn't enough, not enough, wishing he could stay by her side from birth, sharing all the joys and sorrows of her growth, playing all the important roles in her life: her childhood sweetheart brother, her innocent and shy first love, her soulmate, her husband with whom she would live and die... all of them were him.
This morbid possessiveness sometimes alarmed even himself, but he could lie to everyone else, only to himself.
At the moment he was knocked unconscious, he felt only immense regret. He always thought they had a long time together, a lifetime to love each other. But no one can predict whether tomorrow or an accident will come first. So let us cherish every moment, embrace each other tightly, and love each other earnestly.
Ye Zhenzhen leaned against his chest, completely oblivious to the obsession in his eyes…
ZDK's nomination this time is the closest any artist under Taoyao has ever come to a major domestic award.
Even someone as laid-back as Ye Zhenzhen couldn't resist watching the live broadcast on TV, hoping to witness her child's historic moment.
Zhao Nanqiao, who lives in the mountains, called, and the two chatted while watching the live stream over the phone.
On the red carpet, a sweet-looking girl in a pink dress gracefully walked into the venue amidst a flurry of flashing lights.
"Hey, hey, now this is here, do you recognize it?" Zhao Nanqiao suddenly interrupted the chat and asked Ye Zhenzhen.
"Don't know them? Singers?" Ye Zhenzhen wasn't very familiar with these new faces in the entertainment industry.
"He debuted as a singer, but before he became famous, he went to be an actor." Zhao Nanqiao whispered gossipingly, "I heard he got his hands on that good-for-nothing third son of the Wang family and spent money to get him into the film crew."
"Oh," Ye Zhenzhen casually remarked, looking at the young face on TV and exclaiming, "She looks so young."
"Don't underestimate her just because she's young. She's quite capable. Do you remember Bai Xue?" Zhao Nanqiao became even more enthusiastic. "That girl from before, Lao Hei? She had two dramas that flopped, and her image collapsed. No production team dared to hire her, so she could only desperately cling to Wang Qi, hoping to marry into the Wang family. Wang Qi is naive; his mother is counting on him to fight for the family fortune. How could she let him marry a washed-up star? She just kept dragging her feet and refused. And now, not even a few months later, Wang Qi has his eye on a newcomer."
"Even I've heard about it. Weren't they almost getting married?" Ye Zhenzhen found it unbelievable. "They changed their minds way too quickly, didn't they?"
“Hey, these spoiled brats have no heart, they just want to have fun,” Zhao Nanqiao said sarcastically. “Bai Xue has only herself to blame. As an actress, she doesn’t focus on acting skills and always tries to take crooked paths. Now she’s completely ruined her career.”
Hearing Bai Xue's name again now, Ye Zhenzhen recalled her bewildered state when she first transmigrated into the book, and looking at the man holding her while drinking tea, she felt as if she had lived through another world.
Gu Tingshen turned around following her gaze and gestured with his eyes, asking, "What's wrong?"
Ye Zhenzhen smiled and shook her head, then crossed her legs and leaned against him, burying her head in the crook of his neck. She played with the man's fingers with one hand while continuing to chat on the phone with her best friend with the other.
Gu Tingshen stayed with her on the sofa, occasionally feeding her fruit and tea, and listening to her tell him entertainment gossip.
He had no interest in these celebrities or awards, but thoroughly enjoyed the intimate time he spent with Ye Zhenzhen.
ZDK ultimately won two awards: Best Group and Most Popular Group.
Xu Bin stood on the podium with a group of young men, hugging each other, their smiles tinged with tears.
The final acceptance speech brought tears to the eyes of the fans. Even Ye Zhenzhen, watching on TV, felt a lump in her throat as she recalled their hard work and dedication. It had truly been a difficult journey.
She immediately reposted the official Weibo post of the music festival, announcing that she would pack up the entire ZDK team and send them on vacation to rest and recuperate.
ZD fans cheered with joy, while fans of other groups were incredibly envious.
Why are the benefits at Taoyao so good?!
My brother is exploited by his unscrupulous boss; he can't even rest because of his back injury!
ZDK has great resources, and they even get a paid trip just for winning an award?!
Jealousy has made me unrecognizable!
I really want to crowdfund a job for my brother!!!
Peach fans are enjoying the drama and feel proud; we Peach are the conscience of the industry!
———
In a villa in the suburbs of City A.
Bai Xue angrily threw the out-of-season dress on the ground, glaring at the girl in the pink dress with a sweet smile on the TV, her eyes filled with hatred. "Wang Qi, you forced me to do this!"
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As his injuries healed, Gu Tingshen gradually increased his daily exercise.
Every afternoon when Ye Zhenzhen woke up, she would jump into the swimming pool with the man. When she got tired of swimming, she would switch to backstroke and float slowly.
The man moved quickly around her, his tanned muscles stretching beautifully in the splashing water.
Kangfu's training came to an end. They stayed in this paradise from April to May, and it was finally time to return to City A. Two days before her departure, she finally received a package from Song Chengcheng. She opened the layers of wrapped cardboard box, took out two glittering little trinkets, and admired them in her palm.
Imagine it hanging around a man's neck; it should complement his tanned skin.
She hung both chains around her neck, preparing to surprise the man that evening.
Unexpectedly, Gu Tingshen suddenly pulled her straight to the dock and set sail on a yacht.
Ye Zhenzhen leaned on the gunwale of the yacht, gazing at the distant sea, which shimmered with light like scattered gold.
"Is it pretty?" Gu Tingshen appeared behind her without her noticing and pulled her into his arms.
A rain shower had just passed, and the washed sky had a glass-like texture. The sun peeked out from the clouds that had not yet dispersed, casting dazzling patches of light on the sea.
Steam rose from the sea, and a huge rainbow arched between the azure sea and the blue sky, a breathtaking sight.
"So beautiful..." Ye Zhenzhen sighed, leaning against his chest.
She didn't ask him why he suddenly wanted to go to sea. He had had a tough few months, being prevented from doing anything he wanted, and being told by the doctor every day what he couldn't do. He must have felt very frustrated.
Back in City A, endless work awaited him, so it was perfectly normal for him to relax before heading back.
She enthusiastically changed into her wetsuit, and while Gu Tingshen inflated the paddleboard, she applied sunscreen to the man with lotion.
Beneath the diving suit, Gu Tingshen's muscle lines were clearly defined; he had broad shoulders and a wide back, with strong and muscular back muscles that rippled with his movements, exuding powerful strength.
Ye Zhenzhen looked on with longing, touching and pinching things here and there.
Then the man grabbed her hand and pressed it against his chest, indicating that she could touch it as much as she wanted.
Having successfully made him turn into a little tomato, Gu Tingshen smiled, lowered his head, and stole a sweet kiss.
After applying a thick layer of sunscreen to both of their exposed skin, they took the paddleboards and went into the sea.
The waters near the island are not deep, and the clear, transparent waters are perfect for snorkeling.
After playing enough and returning to the boat, Ye Zhenzhen took a shower and realized that her limbs were sore and heavy, and she could not lift her hands lazily.
"You rest for a while, I'll go cook." Gu Tingshen walked over and pinched her nose, stopping her from getting up.
She sprawled on the deck sofa watching the man cook.
Gu Tingshen's hair was still wet with water droplets. After taking a shower, he was only wearing a vest and shorts. His exposed skin was a bit darker, but with increased exercise recently, his muscle lines were becoming more and more obvious.
His broad shoulders and narrow waist resembled a meticulously sculpted marble statue. The last rays of the setting sun shone on his skin, and every inch of his muscle exuded vigorous power, just like Apollo.
Looking at the man's rugged profile, Ye Zhenzhen recalled when they first participated in the travel program and went out to sea with the production team.
At that time, all her knowledge of men came from the original owner's memories and the plot of the book; Gu Tingshen was just a handsome fictional character.
She was fully planning that after completing her transmigration mission and gaining financial freedom, she would leave the characters in the story and travel the world.
The world with her parents is her hometown she can never return to; once she leaves there, it doesn't matter where she wanders.
But unknowingly, this man gradually entered her heart, and before she could react, he had already become her anchor in this unfamiliar world.
Fate is truly amazing.
Ye Zhenzhen touched the pendant under her shirt with a troubled expression. How should she give it to him in a way that seemed natural and unforced?
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