Chapter 104: Sending An’an Off to Stardom!

Chapter 104: Sending An'an Off to Stardom!

Rong Xiao hadn't rushed to the scene just because of the trending news. Since parting with Yun Zi'an that night, he had stayed in Shanghai, unsure of how to face Yun Zi'an or whether Yun Zi'an even wanted to see him. Overcome by longing upon seeing Yun Zi'an's update about shrimp wontons, he had hurriedly bought late-night snacks, hoping to catch a glimpse of Yun Zi'an's well-being.

Little did he expect to walk into a dramatic scene.

Yan Shiho, steadfast like a watchful pup, blocked his way, adamant in getting an explanation before anyone could take Yun Zi'an away.

Rong Xiao's temples throbbed as he asked, "Do you know our relationship?"

Recently returned from overseas, Yan Shiho was unaware of Rong Xiao's identity, his guess guided by Rong Xiao's distinguished appearance, "Are you...?"

Recalling his newly learned Chinese, he ventured, "A monetary relationship?"

The remark sent a wave of shock through the crowd.

While Yun Zi'an's reputation was known, no one had dared to directly challenge him. Astonishingly, the young Yan Shiho did just that with his audacious assumption.

Someone, unable to watch anymore, pulled Yan Shiho aside, "Wi

ky, come here, let me explain..."

But Yan Shiho, in his youthful brashness, protested, "We eat and live together, closer than you think. I like Mr. Yun more than you do – I cherish him dearly, he's precious to me!"

"Liking" someone is one thing, but adding "cherishing dearly" and "he's precious to me" creates an explosive reaction.

Rong Xiao's expression visibly darkened, remaining silent for a long while.

While others might be unaware, Yun Zi'an, having shared a room with Yan Shiho for so long, knew well the youngster's character. He was simply misusing his fledgling Chinese language skills.

Yun Zi'an shot Yan Shiho a warning glance, silently cautioning him.

ky!”

Yan Shiho turned to Yun Zi'an with a pleading look, "Mr. Yun, you can't go with him..."

He was genuinely concerned for Yun Zi'an, recalling warnings about not offending those with capital backing, nor to willingly seek protection from them.

Especially observing Rong Xiao's menacing aura, Yan Shiho was convinced he was bad news.

He was certain that following Rong Xiao would spell disaster for Yun Zi'an.

The scene momentarily froze in a standoff, with Yan Shiho stubbornly blocking the door and Rong Xiao silently holding Yun Zi'an.

Suddenly, Rong Xiao aggressively bent down, gripping Yun Zi'an's face, forcing his mouth open, and in a move akin to a starving tiger, he kissed Yun Zi'an passionately in front of everyone!

Yun Zi'an, taken aback, tried to push Rong Xiao away, but found him immovable like a fortress.

After what seemed like an eternity, Rong Xiao finally released Yun Zi'an, arrogantly wiping his mouth and defiantly addressing Yan Shiho, "He's mine, your liking be damned!"

Yan Shiho appeared utterly dumbfounded.

Rong Xiao then strode away, carrying Yun Zi'an without further regard for the scene.

He marched to the parking lot, opened the car door, placed Yun Zi'an on the back seat, and then descended on him like a mountain, gripping his slender waist, kissing him as if pouring out his pent-up longing.

But, aware they were in a public parking lot with surveillance and potential onlookers, Yun Zi'an felt Rong Xiao was acting wildly, struggling, "Rong Xiao, you..."

"Yuan Yuan..." Rong Xiao seemed to lose his mind, repeatedly calling out Yun Zi'an's name with deep emotion.

His calls pierced Yun Zi'an's heart, intensifying his own concealed longing. Despite reluctance, Yun Zi'an couldn't resist the overwhelming desire, fiercely kissing Rong Xiao back.

They embraced simply yet intensely, their eyes locked in profound affection. However, just then, an assistant knocked on the car door, reluctantly interrupting but compelled by urgency, "Mr. Rong, there's a pressing issue..."

The tablet screen displayed the real-time trending topics on Weibo, with the top spot glaringly occupied by ＃《Bouncing Brothers》 Performance Accident＃.

Following closely behind was another trending topic ＃Yun Zi'an Assaults＃.

"All major media and public accounts are wildly spreading the news, and the behind-the-scenes manipulator has been exposed," the assistant reported. "It's Gu Ren's studio. They seem to be trying to muddy the waters and profit from the chaos."

Rong Xiao's gaze turned complex as he looked at Yun Zi'an, "Yuan Yuan..."

"No need for you to intervene," Yun Zi'an slightly curved his lips. "I need to make them concede willingly."

That evening, Weibo exploded under the trending topic ＃Yun Zi'an Assaults＃. Countless marketing accounts were following the trend, aiding and abetting the incident.

@ExcellentMigrantWorker: [Did you know? My sister works backstage at 'Brothers' show. According to her latest intel, tonight's 'Brothers' was delayed because a popular young actor threw a tantrum and assaulted someone on set~~~ As to who this actor is, I think everyone has an idea by now. 20,000 likes and I'll post video evidence hehe~~~]

"Can't be, now I'm thinking of a certain Mr. Yun."

"Damn, sister above, we're on the same page!"

"With a face like that, he does seem arrogant and overbearing..."

"I used to like him because I'm all about looks, but if he's this ill-behaved in private, then forget it. Sigh... another idol collapses, I'm cursed with jinxing anyone I fan over..."

"Please, sister above, go and become a fan of my idol's rival! With your track record, you'd make the perfect anti-fan!"

……

However, just as the topic was heating up, Yun Zi'an's official account quietly went online, posting a Weibo that shocked everyone.

@Yun Zi'an: [Right and wrong need not be voiced. Just want to ask, dare you bet? [Video]]

Opening the video, viewers saw Gu Ren's team, led by Yu Zaki, with thumbs down and smirks of scorn, as the mocking words "Trash" were clearly audible from the video.

The video served as irrefutable evidence.

Netizens who had just been slamming Yun Zi'an instantly fell silent, with some even switching sides to criticize Yu Zaki's team.

As public outcry surged online, Yu Zaki found it impossible to retreat into his shell.

About half an hour later, Yu Zaki's official account logged into Weibo and posted a vague and lengthy statement, yet conspicuously avoided mentioning his previous mockery of Yun Zi'an's team, nor dared to address the bet.

However, the netizens were not easily fooled, flocking in droves to Yun Zi'an's Weibo page with increasing momentum.

"Bet with him! Take the bet!"

"Yes! Make them fully convinced!"

"Wuhu, Wuhu! Love this thrill!"

"Let the heartbeats race in this game!"

……

Most onlookers were there for the excitement, but within their respective fan circles, fans of Yun Zi'an and Yu Zaki were fiercely tearing into each other, viewing the opposing side as a thorn in their eye, now blinded by rage and throwing caution to the wind.

Yu Zaki's fans were almost bullied into silence by Yun Zi'an's supporters, unable to believe their idol would mock another team, and flooded Yu Zaki's Weibo with numerous comments.

"Brother, brother! We all believe in you! Accept this bet and show them your conviction!"

"Yes! Win them over completely!"

"Accept it! Brother, you have such integrity, you can't lose now!"

"Brother! Please agree to their challenge!"

Yu Zaki never imagined that it would be his own fans putting him in such a difficult spot at this time...

This is truly a cry without tears...

With the online uproar reaching a fever pitch, the official Weibo account of "Bouncy Brothers" reluctantly came online to post:

@BouncyBrothersOfficial: [Hehe, looking forward to the performances of our little brothers? Join us in the ultimate showdown! Follow the Pineapple TV official WeChat to vote, and cast your precious vote for your favorite little brother! The brothers with the most votes will form a debut team! PS: The final performance of the brothers will be selected by fan voting and then determined by a draw~~~]

In other words, the officials were fed up with Yu Zaki and others wielding their seniority to bully others, so they decided to use the final stage as a way for them to compete against each other, causing a stir that would bring heat to the show.

Netizens were ecstatic and hurried to suggest ideas for their favorite little brother's final stage performance.

At this time, Yun Zi'an also decided to check his Weibo to see the reactions of his fans, but as soon as he opened the super topic, he was taken aback:

[Sisters! The final stage performance! We can't lose to them! Quickly cast your precious vote and help An'an debut! What do you want An'an to perform in the final stage ( )]

And the performance option with the highest votes was — A. Striptease!!!