CHAPTER 222
Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao's high-profile appearance at the Golden Laurel Awards ceremony caused a sensation in the entertainment industry.
The Weibo app crashed, and the hot search section was completely blank.
It recovered to normal after half an hour.
Top trending search: [Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao come out]
It was followed by a prominent dark purple "explosive" tag, and the search index skyrocketed, increasing in tens of millions.
Whether it was the netizens who were waiting for the live broadcast or the onlookers who were watching the live videos of the award ceremony released by marketing accounts, as well as the fans from various fanbases, they were all shocked.
— "Holy sh*t!!" (222,222 likes)
— "Wishing the two of them a long and lasting relationship!" (123,456 likes)
— "Aaahhhh, that moment when Qin Yinong kissed away Tang Ruoyao's tears was so touching!" (111,111 likes)
— "Let go of Tang Ruoyao and give her to me...Nevermind, let Qin Yinong have her. I'm not worthy. I'm tearing up at this beautiful love story. [Sour Lemon.jpg]" (99,999 likes)
— "This legendary plot actually happened in reality. What else is impossible in this world! Let the labor and management's ship sail publicly!" (88,888 likes)
— "Best Actress Award Ceremony (×) Massive wedding live broadcast (✔)" (77,777 likes)
— "I'm so obsessed, I'm so obsessed!"
There were also some individuals attacking their s*xual orientations, but within the vast community of netizens, their comments were not worth mentioning. They didn't need anyone to intervene, most of the netizens themselves fought back.
All the gossip, forum threads, platforms, and chat groups, anywhere people gathered, were discussing this topic. The entire nation was munching on popcorn, staying up all night.
When did they get together? How did it happen? How long have they been together? Why did they only go public today?
Based on the key phrase mentioned by Tang Ruoyao, "five years ago," their relationship definitely started before that. My goodness, they had developed a love for each other so early, and there wasn't even a whisper about it on the internet.
The events mentioned when they came out were vague, but it piqued curiosity. This half-revealed aspect of their story was both tantalizing and frustrating. Why did Tang Ruoyao like the other person five years ago but couldn't confess? Why did Qin Yinong apologize? What happened later that brought them back together?
Netizens' storytelling abilities were skyrocketing. They transformed into professional writers, weaving intricate and poignant love stories.
Some said that Tang Ruoyao had a secret crush on Qin Yinong, but the gap between them seemed insurmountable. Tang Ruoyao worked hard and gradually approached her. On the set of the drama "True Colors," Qin Yinong developed feelings for her, and in the end, captured her heart. It was a story of unrequited love that finally found fulfillment.
Some people combine last year's revelations and believe that Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao's relationship started as a sugar mommy arrangement but eventually developed into true love. Tang Ruoyao's reluctance to confess was because she was a canary, and the opportunity for them to be together probably arose during the movie "True Colors." Tang Ruoyao mentioned in an interview that they were getting closer, and shortly after, they publicly announced their relationship status. In reality, it was a story of mutual hidden love.
The speculations on the internet were diverse, and those who knew the truth didn't bother filtering the truth for netizens. However, it didn't dampen their enthusiasm for analyzing the situation. Regardless of the version of the story, they all conveyed the same fact: a heavenly couple, a beautiful love story that leaves everyone breathless!
Fans of the Qin-Tang ship were overjoyed. They were buzzing with excitement, reposting and participating in giveaways. The scene of Qin Yinong kissing away Tang Ruoyao's tears became the top moment for the Qin-Tang ship.
However, the die-hard fans of the two individuals are not entirely pleased.
The imperial consorts (fans) were fine, eagerly watching Qin Yinong clinging on Tang Ruoyao from the audience, refusing to let go, insisting on squeezing together with her even when there are empty seats in the front row. But the young wives (fans), who were acting dissatisfied, couldn't bear it. They believed that their Emperor Qin was a domineering figure, so how could she be so infatuated?
Tang Ruoyao's fans, especially the mother fans, were in tears.
Listening to their baby's confession, not even daring to say, "I like you," they felt so pitiful. Tang Ruoyao was the person they cherished the most, and they couldn't bear to see her suffer even a little bit. How could she be so self-effacing?
Fans rushed to Tang Ruoyao's Weibo and expressed their heartfelt concern, hoping that she would take care of herself. They emphasized that even while being in love, she must prioritize her self-esteem because loving oneself was the most important.
.......
After the backstage interview, Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao sat together in the same car for the first time openly.
The company car drove through the bustling streets, leaving the persistent flashlights behind.
The sparkling Best Actress trophy was placed on the table. Qin Yinong held Tang Ruoyao's hand, their fingers entwined, and their knuckles pressed against each other. Tang Ruoyao rested her head on Qin Yinong's shoulder.
The car moved smoothly, and they hardly felt any bumps.
Tang Ruoyao reached out and touched the trophy, feeling the slight coolness on her fingertips, bringing her out of the dream-like illusion and unreality.
Qin Yinong had been excited earlier, but now she felt a bit tired. However, when she saw Tang Ruoyao's action, a hint of a smile appeared in her eyes. She gently asked, "What are you thinking?"
Tang Ruoyao stared at the trophy and asked in a daze, "Did we really go public?"
Qin Yinong smiled and said, "Of course."
Tang Ruoyao looked out the window at the receding scenery, then her gaze fell upon the delicate face of the woman in front of her. Their eyes intertwined for a moment, and with one hand, Qin Yinong cupped her cheek and kissed her deeply.
Qin Yinong adjusted herself to the most comfortable position for kissing, raising her hand to support the back of Tang Ruoyao's head.
Later, she held Tang Ruoyao in her arms, letting her sit on her lap.
The car stopped in the yard, and Qin Yinong got out, reluctantly pecking the slightly swollen lips of the young woman. Her voice hoarse, she said, "We've arrived."
Tang Ruoyao's eyes were unfocused, a beautiful mist covering her amber-colored eyes. Although she heard Qin Yinong's words, her mind couldn't process any information. One of her hands even rested softly on Qin Yinong's shoulder.
Qin Yinong simply opened the car door and got out first, standing outside and extending a hand to Tang Ruoyao.
Tang Ruoyao placed her hand in Qin Yinong's palm, and Qin Yinong lifted her out of the car.
The two of them walked hand in hand into the house.
Tang Ruoyao silenced her phone, and as soon as she opened it, it was filled with missed calls and messages. She sat on the couch, took the glass of honey lemon water that Qin Yinong had prepared for her, took a sip, and placed it back on the coffee table to attend to those messages.
Qin Yinong sat on another single couch, supporting her chin with one hand as she watched her.
After replying to two messages, Tang Ruoyao looked up and met the intense gaze of the woman. She inexplicably stammered and said, "Wh-why are you looking at me like that?"
Qin Yinong's gaze was playful as she asked, "Is it not allowed?"
Tang Ruoyao said softly, "It's allowed, it's just..." She felt particularly uneasy under that gaze.
Even though they had been together for several years, today's public announcement made her feel like it was their first love. When she was caught in Qin Yinong's hooked gaze, she couldn't help but feel her heart racing.
"Just what?" Qin Yinong's voice became even more lazy, whispering as if it was against her ear.
"It's nothing." Tang Ruoyao's ears turned slightly red, and she softly changed the subject, "Why aren't you sitting with me? Why do you have to sit on the single couch?"
Qin Yinong elegantly crossed her long legs, maintaining the posture of resting her chin on her hand. She said, "This way, I can see all of you. You do your thing, and I'll sit over there for a while."
Tang Ruoyao bit her lip, softly said, "Oh," and lowered her head to continue looking at her phone.
Gradually, she realized that something was off. After all, it was their first day of being public, and here they were, one playing with their phone while the other watched. Isn't that strange?
Tang Ruoyao locked her phone screen.
Qin Yinong: "What's wrong?"
Tang Ruoyao gathered her courage and stared into those enchanting eyes. She said, "I don't think we should be like this."
"Like what?" Qin Yinong chuckled.
"Being so boring?" Tang Ruoyao furrowed her brows and used a questioning tone.
Qin Yinong's eyes formed crescents as she smiled.
The woman said, "Then how do you think we should be?"
Tang Ruoyao said, "I don't know." She glanced at the distance between the two of them and suggested, "Maybe you should come over here?"
Qin Yinong obediently shifted her position.
The two of them sat side by side.
Tang Ruoyao pursed her lips and said, "Not close enough."
Qin Yinong reached out and embraced her.
It wasn't her usual way of hugging, it was a tight embrace, embracing Tang Ruoyao tightly.
Tang Ruoyao hugged her back.
At this moment, there was no gap between them.
In the silence of the secluded residence, devoid of any sound, they embraced each other quietly, their hearts simultaneously releasing contented sighs.
Qin Yinong gently rubbed against the young woman's ear, saying, "Does it feel real now?"
Tang Ruoyao half-closed her eyelids and said, "Not yet."
Qin Yinong said, "Then how about we go shopping together tomorrow?" After a pause, she pondered, "Maybe we can bring Ningning along."
Tang Ruoyao closed her eyes and smiled, saying, "No, there will be too many people. We'll be treated like monkeys on display."
Qin Yinong said, "Then how about we go on a trip abroad and make up for our honeymoon?"
Tang Ruoyao said, "Okay."
Qin Yinong brought her phone over, and the two of them were like an ordinary couple, heads close together, discussing which countries were fun and what tourist spots were suitable for couples.
For them, going public wasn't about making a big news splash, it was about being able to proudly walk hand in hand with each other in the sunlight as lovers.
Tang Ruoyao went to take a shower, and Qin Yinong opened her Weibo, logged into her main account, edited the text, and after confirming it several times, she clicked "send."
QinYinongV:
[Hello, Mrs. Qin @Tang Ruoyao]
Countless netizens who had set Qin Yinong as a special focus saw this message at midnight and exploded once again, completely abandoning the idea of sleeping.
— "Mrs. Qin! Ahhhh!"
— "I'm done for, I'm dead, I've come back to life!"
— "I've turned into fireworks!"
— "How many dogs have you two killed? Can you spare one dog's life?"
— "Sob sob sob, it's a divine love!"
Lin Ruohan sent a WeChat message: [Too scandalous, stop it. [Bowing]]
Qin Yinong: [Are you jealous?]
Lin Ruohan: [Tch, I came out publicly eight hundred years ago. Do you think I'd be jealous of you?]
Qin Yinong: [You're definitely jealous.]
Lin Ruohan: [Hmph.]
Tang Ruoyao came out wrapped in a towel, one hand holding a large towel wrapped around her hair. She saw Qin Yinong typing and smiling, and she smiled along, asking, "What are you doing?"
Qin Yinong raised her phone and said, "Chatting with Lin Ruohan."
Tang Ruoyao chuckled and said, "Continue chatting then, I'll blow-dry my hair first."
Qin Yinong closed the screen and said lightly, "No more chatting. She doesn't deserve it."
Tang Ruoyao was taken aback, then burst into laughter. She said, "I'm going to tell Teacher Lin—mmph."
Qin Yinong swiftly moved like lightning, taking three quick steps and clasping her slender waist, and leaned in to kiss her.
Tang Ruoyao couldn't resist at all, especially since she had just finished showering and only wrapped a towel around herself for convenience. As Qin Yinong kissed her, their breaths grew deeper, and their emotions became uncontrollable.
Suddenly, Tang Ruoyao found herself suspended in the air, as Qin Yinong swept her up in her arms.
Tang Ruoyao's breath hitched, and her fingers instinctively grabbed onto Qin Yinong's collar, torn between resisting and welcoming. She whispered softly, "My hair is still wet."
A smoldering fire burned deep within Qin Yinong's gaze, and their intense kisses rained down once again, muffled as she said, "I can't wait, be good, it'll be quick." She lowered Tang Ruoyao down, her damp hair resting on the stacked dry towels.
Tang Ruoyao wrapped her arms around Qin Yinong, looking up at her from below, her eyes filled with anticipation.
With a single hand, Qin Yinong brushed aside the wet hair clinging to Tang Ruoyao's face, her palm cupping her cheek as she gently caressed it with the base of her palm. It seemed to stimulate countless sensitive nerves, causing Tang Ruoyao's heart to flutter, and a hint of emotion began to fill her misty eyes.
A faint smile curved at the corner of Qin Yinong's lips.
.......
Qin Yinong said it would be quick, and indeed, it was quick.
Tang Ruoyao put on a new robe and sat at the edge of the bed, her expression incredibly complex.
She glanced at the digital clock on the bedside table. The displayed time showed that only five minutes had passed since she finished showering. Not fifty minutes, not even fifteen minutes, but... five minutes.
Is the clock broken? Tang Ruoyao couldn't help but wonder.
Qin Yinong took out a hairdryer from the drawer, plugged it in, and her slender fingers moved through the young woman's flowing hair like clouds, evaporating the moisture. Qin Yinong softly reminded her, "Let me know if it's too hot."
Tang Ruoyao was absent-minded. "Mm."
Following her gaze, Qin Yinong looked over and saw Tang Ruoyao staring blankly at the clock, which made her eyes crease with amusement.
She didn't want Tang Ruoyao to catch a chill, so she went straight to the point. However, Tang Ruoyao's reaction also genuinely surprised her. Additionally, there was a sense of deep satisfaction in her heart—Tang Ruoyao's growing emotional response indicated that she loved her more and more.
But looking at Tang Ruoyao herself, it seemed that she was having a hard time... accepting it.
The more Qin Yinong thought about it, the more amusing it became. Eventually, she had to clear her throat repeatedly to suppress the laughter bubbling up in her throat.
Tang Ruoyao heard Qin Yinong's unusual voice and immediately let go of her own confusion, turning back with concern. "Are you catching a cold?"
Qin Yinong replied seriously, "No, I'm just a little thirsty."
Tang Ruoyao didn't suspect anything and said, "I'll get you some in a moment."
Qin Yinong agreed and added, "I just find it strange."
Tang Ruoyao sat cross-legged and asked, "What's strange?"
Qin Yinong looked into her eyes and said, "I drank a lot of water just a few minutes ago, so why am I thirsty?"
A few minutes ago? Did she drink water then? Tang Ruoyao wondered, but they were... in the middle of something.
Tang Ruoyao realized what Qin Yinong meant, and a rush of heat surged to her face, instantly turning her fair cheeks red, like a steamed crab.
Her hair slipped through her fingers, and Qin Yinong looked at Tang Ruoyao, who had hidden herself under the covers, amused and helpless, "Your hair isn't dry yet."
Tang Ruoyao said loudly, "It's dry!"
Qin Yinong sensed that something was not right and thought, Is she angry?
Although she could engage in dirty talk, it was always during intimate moments and had never been brought up in casual situations. Qin Yinong pulled Tang Ruoyao's blushing face out from under the pillow, but Tang Ruoyao kept her face down.
Qin Yinong sincerely apologized, "I was wrong."
Tang Ruoyao didn't lift her head and mumbled, "You're not wrong."
Qin Yinong didn't dare to believe her words, and said seriously once again, "I really was wrong." Not everyone would naturally accept that kind of conversation between partners. People have different personalities, and if Tang Ruoyao didn't like it, she would immediately correct herself.
"You really weren't wrong." Tang Ruoyao glanced at her, then quickly lowered her head again.
Qin Yinong saw that she couldn't pretend anymore, so she got closer, almost whispering in her ear, "What's wrong? You can tell me something that others can't hear."
Tang Ruoyao hesitated for a moment, then revealed her face, feeling disappointed. "I feel so useless. How can a single sentence affect me like this?" She made a gesture with her lips starting with "Tch".
"... " Qin Yinong suddenly wanted to laugh, but she felt it wasn't appropriate, so she forced a serious expression and said, "It's not that you're useless, it's just that your wife is too amazing."
Tang Ruoyao: "Pfft."
Qin Yinong licked her lips and hinted, "Baby, I want some water."
Tang Ruoyao touched her long hair that had been messed up and lifted her eyes provocatively. She said, "Come at me."
Qin Yinong complied and fell into the trap set by Tang Ruoyao in advance.
Qin Yinong was in her early thirties, and the result was predictable.
Tang Ruoyao evaluated the outcome. The clock had ticked past five and a half minutes, and they reluctantly called it a draw.
In the long night, the two sides faced off, and the vanguard had a brief encounter, with no clear winner. The real highlight was the prolonged battle that followed.
While the two sides were engaged in the fierce battle, a backstage interview video from an awards ceremony was released on the internet.
The next morning, netizens woke up one after another and continued to indulge in a wide range of gossip. The top ten trending searches were filled with topics related to the two of them, and every click was a delightful read.
[Qin Yinong Admits Personally: Yes, We Are a Couple]
Netizens: Ahhhh, my OTP is really coming true!
[Qin Yinong Shields Tang Ruoyao from the Flashlights]
Netizens: Damn, I'm so jealous! The whole world owes me a Qin Yinong!
[Tang Ruoyao Clarifies: Never Had a Boyfriend Before]
Netizens: Just as expected from you, Tang Ruoyao!
[Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao Team Up to Shut Down Reporters, Perfect Understanding]
Netizens: So adorable!
[Qin Yinong Shows Affection: "She's wonderful, but I can't tell you specifically how she's wonderful."]
Netizen 1: What's happening now? Is it trendy to include dogs in the conversation to generate buzz?
Netizen 2: I never expected this side of Qin Yinong!
[Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao Childhood Sweethearts] surged to the second spot on the trending list, just behind Qin and Tang coming out as a couple.
Netizens widened their eyes in unison and clicked on this trending topic.
In the interview video, a female reporter asked, "May I ask how long you two have been together?"
Qin Yinong replied, "It's been quite a while."
Tang Ruoyao interjected, "We were neighbors when we were kids."
The female reporter continued, "Have you been each other's companions as you grew up?"
Qin Yinong smiled and said, "No, we didn't grow up together. We were separated for many years due to an accident when we were young and only reunited when we grew up."
The female reporter's eyes sparkled as she asked, "Who made the first move between the two of you?"
Qin Yinong looked affectionately at Tang Ruoyao and smiled, "It should be me."
Tang Ruoyao, with a gentle smile on her face, stood by silently.
...
Netizen 1: [F*ck!]
Netizen 2: [After all the twists and turns, they ended up being an heavenly couple! I can't believe it!]
Netizen 3: [Who's the luckiest one with childhood sweetheart unexpectedly dropping from the sky? Of course, it's me—all of them—by Tang Ruoyao.]
Netizen 4: [Is this real? I ate candies all night yesterday, and now with this bombshell, thank you all, I can peacefully leave this world.]
Netizen 5: [I'm peacefully departing too. Please help me close the coffin.]
The mention of childhood sweethearts by Tang Ruoyao wasn't just a random statement.
Although the rumors of her being a kept woman were suppressed, her rise to fame with the help of Qin Yinong was an undeniable fact. Qin Yinong made two preparations: the first was the award Tang Ruoyao received, and the second was their relationship. With the addition of their childhood sweetheart status, Qin Yinong's support for Tang Ruoyao was beyond doubt.
Currently, netizens were stunned by the massive news and hadn't fully reacted yet. Tang Ruoyao's opponent could only avoid confrontation and not try to set the pace. Once the initial hype of their coming out settled down, the doubts would follow.
Wasn't Tang Ruoyao a high and unattainable flower? Wasn't she independent and unruffled by the world? The arrival of the Ziwei Star had caused her to rise to fame, steadily and smoothly. Well, it turned out she relied on her influential girlfriend to provide her with resources. Gender swap or not, with over ten thousand comments, what's the difference between her and those who live off others?
[Based on the context, "ziwei star" (紫薇星) is a metaphor referring to Tang Ruoyao's sudden rise to fame and success.
The phrase "天降紫薇星" (A ziwei star descended from the heavens) is used to describe Tang Ruoyao's meteoric rise, implying that she unexpectedly achieved great success and recognition, as if a rare and auspicious "ziwei star" had descended from the heavens.]
Who knew how she managed to climb up to Qin Yinong? Five years ago, or even earlier, the gap in their status was significant. She was just a student, so why did she have the audacity to curry favor with Qin Yinong? She must have used her looks to sell herself. Perhaps it started as a fake act, but just because they fell in love for real, it doesn't mean we should negate her original intentions, right? She got lucky, but she should still be nailed to the pillar of shame!
Now, with Qin Yinong's narration, Tang Ruoyao revealed their childhood sweetheart status, which fundamentally crushed these doubts. They didn't even have a chance to emerge; it's obvious to even fools that it was intentionally setting the pace.
As netizens said, Tang Ruoyao is a combination of childhood sweetheart and heavenly fortune. She has a girlfriend who is her childhood sweetheart, willing to help her, and she herself is talented, popular, and has won awards. How can she not succeed? If anyone disagrees, go find your own Qin sister.
The previous day's version of the love story between Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao was overturned, and netizens came up with a new one: Tang Ruoyao came to the capital from the south and unexpectedly ran into her childhood neighbor, who, out of their past relationship, extended a helping hand to her. Tang Ruoyao was exceptionally talented and soared to great heights with the opportunity given to her, and a hidden affection grew between them as they spent time together. However, their differences in identity and status were too significant, and she could only bury this intense love deep in her heart. Little did she know, her childhood neighbor also secretly admired her, but she lacked the courage to take that step (based on Tang Ruoyao's interview about her relationship announcement, it can be inferred that the other person lacked courage). The two of them tested each other, drew closer, and also suspected each other because same-s*x love is never that easy.
......
It wasn't until "True Colors" that their relationship took a turn. Qin Yinong, as the producer, personally intervened and gave another role to Tang Ruoyao, portraying a couple in the film. They confirmed their feelings for each other and finally achieved a happy ending.
A love story fabricated with a clear beginning and end, supported by evidence and numerous details, went viral across the internet.
Many entertainment writers expressed, "I wouldn't dare to write such a story."
Netizens enthusiastically joined in and continuously enriched the story's details. Starting from the first encounter between Qin Yinong and Tang Ruoyao, they wrote about their initial attraction and testing of each other. The most beloved part was the one set in the filming location, where they portrayed blossoming love.
Netizens were overwhelmed, even losing consciousness from the excitement.
At the same time, a new rhythm emerged.
Because until noon the next day, Qin Yinong's midnight Weibo post had garnered over a million comments but still hadn't received a response from Tang Ruoyao.
Those who had just mentally prepared themselves and were ready to accept Tang Ruoyao as the legitimate queen consort of the empress were shocked: "What's going on? Qin Emperor confessed first, and twelve hours have passed. Where is Tang Ruoyao?"
Before they publicly confirmed their relationship, Qin Yinong's script was that of an unrequited love, while Tang Ruoyao was portrayed as the unfaithful scoundrel. Qin Yinong had received a lot of sympathy. But now, with Tang Ruoyao's Weibo silence, a group of people began attacking her, demanding a swift response.
Finally, at three o'clock in the afternoon, Tang Ruoyao finally showed up and updated her Weibo.
@TangRuoyaoV:
[Hello, Mrs. Tang, @Qin Yinong.]
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