The Extravagant Alpha And The Cold Movie Queen’s Fake Act Became Real - Chapter 5

Chapter 5: She Held Her Like Catching a Butterfly

Time quickly arrived at the premiere day of Heartbeat Signal.

As a highly anticipated S+ project meticulously planned by Green Station, Heartbeat Signal had been eagerly awaited since its announcement. The show pioneered an innovative live-streaming format and boasted an all-star cast, determined from the outset to set the “gold standard for romance variety shows.”

The official taglines—”Bringing you autumn’s first romance” and “Whether it’s daily routines or grand gestures, it’s all about genuine love and life”—perfectly captured the audience’s aversion to malicious editing and artificial, sugar-coated reality shows.

And now, with the addition of the award-winning actress Fu Ru’an, the anticipation had only grown.

Thus, when the official livestream channel for Heartbeat Signal opened a week later, a massive wave of excited viewers flooded in.

Countless users swarmed the platform simultaneously, and within seconds, Green Station’s backend system collapsed spectacularly.

On the black screen, viewers exchanged bewildered comments.

[What? It crashed before it even started? Trashy Green Station, can’t you invest a little in your servers?]

[Unbelievable. You lure us in just to show us this? You’re done for! I’m reporting you to the authorities!]

[This is hilarious. Less than ten seconds in, I caught a glimpse of the most gorgeous collarbone before the screen went black… Didn’t even see the full face.]

[Same here! I managed to screenshot it (licking screen). So seductive (panting).]

[Send the pic!]

[Send the pic +1]

[Send the pic +10086]

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Soon, alongside trending topics like #HeartbeatSignalPremiere and #GreenStationCrash, a uniquely peculiar hashtag emerged—

#BigSister’sCollarboneFeedsMyFishPond

Curious netizens clicked into the topic one after another, only to leave with their minds thoroughly corrupted.

The post featured a screenshot from an anonymous user. Perhaps because the user wasn’t a premium member, the image was slightly blurry, the resolution not quite sharp. In the frame, the collarbone arched like a crescent moon—a sharp, raised ridge of smooth, luminous skin, bisected by a thin black strap that pressed into the flesh, creating a striking straight line. It was a blend of sexiness and playful charm, inviting endless imagination.

The sheer allure was both dominant and intoxicating.

[I’m about to say something NSFW, so I’ll just leave.]

[Holy sh1t! Whose collarbone is this? The pheromones are practically leaking through the screen!]

[Is it okay to admit… as an omega, my legs just went weak…]

[Hey, rein it in! This isn’t the uncensored zone… All the guests here are taken!!]

Meanwhile, a smaller faction began feverishly speculating about the owner of this exquisite collarbone.

[Deer Antler Squad here! It can’t be Sui Zhilu—our Lulu has a red mole near her collarbone!]

[Could it be one of the double-alpha couple Lu Yu and Yu Yansi? Only they have this kind of powerful aura, right…?]

Amid the heated debate, one comment slipped through unnoticed:

[Am I the only one who thinks this feels a bit like Ruan Siyi’s… (ducking for cover) Don’t come for me, I mean Ruan Siyi from Produce Camp days…]

This comment was promptly torn apart by anti-fans before the poster silently deleted it.

Ten minutes later.

Green Station’s tech team scrambled to fix the livestream, and the crashed system finally recovered.

Viewers rushed back into the stream, only to find the “collarbone alpha” from earlier nowhere in sight. Instead, they were greeted by the smirking faces of the show’s director and producer.

Director Ai Ke’s face filled the screen as she enthusiastically greeted the audience.

[No way! The production team got “Ai Ke-Duo Ke” to helm this show? Fam, I’m going all in on this!]

[I still remember them forcing Sui Zhilu to clean pigsties in that farmhouse show… Lu Lu, you’re on your own this time…]

Ai Ke was Green Station’s golden director, known for her cunning ideas and devious tactics in variety show production. Alongside her partner, the equally infamous producer Duo Ke, they had created multiple hit shows.

To date, no celebrity had emerged unscathed from their programs—especially psychologically.

Thus, they were affectionately dubbed “Variety Killers” by the audience.

“Hello, everyone! Welcome to the premiere of Heartbeat Signal! I’m the director, Ai Ke, and this is our producer, Duo Ke!”

“Let me introduce our guest couples—first up, Lu Yu and Yu Yansi!”

[AHHHHHH! Double alphas are the best! I’ll wave the flag for my “Double Fish” CP forever!]

[This is love that defies biological instincts! I’m sobbing!]

Lu Yu and Yu Yansi stood hand in hand, their auras overwhelmingly powerful yet harmoniously intertwined.

“Hello, everyone. We’re thrilled to be here,” Yu Yansi said with a gentle smile. “We hope you’ll support me and my little Yu.”

“And over here, we have Sui Zhilu and her sweetheart, Rong Zhi!”

[Deer Velvet CP! It’s Deer Velvet!]

[Who doesn’t love the spoiled young miss x loyal knight dynamic? I’m obsessed!]

[Publicly announcing their relationship at the peak of her career and rushing to get married—our Lu Lu is deeply in love (shouting)!]

The camera panned to Sui Zhilu and Rong Zhi, who were dressed in matching couple outfits, looking picture-perfect together.

Then, abruptly, the frame shifted, and a stunning figure appeared on screen.

The woman wore a black cropped camisole paired with vintage-washed jeans. Her frame was slender yet toned, the muscles on her arms elegantly defined, exuding a vibrant, healthy beauty.

The audience was instantly struck by her visuals, their breaths catching.

[Help… I’m drowning in this figure… So this is how well Fu Ru’an eats!]

[So this is the charm of a top-tier alpha? That camisole and long skirt—it’s the collarbone beauty!]

[Wait, that collarbone photo was really her? How come I never noticed her appeal before?]

[Hold up! Snap out of it! What does it matter if she’s gorgeous? She’s Ruan Siyi!!]

The name “Ruan Siyi” was like a bucket of ice water dumped over the audience’s heads.

No one liked a third-rate celebrity known for leeching fame through marketing gimmicks, with abysmal acting skills and a laundry list of scandals—no matter how beautiful she was.

[Guys, don’t you think Ruan Siyi seems different today? Prettier, and her vibe feels cleaner…]

Amid the chatter, one netizen suddenly realized something.

[Wait a minute… Why is she the only one here?]

[Peanut, you’ve spotted the key issue!]

Where was Fu Ru’an?

Why wasn’t the award-winning actress here?

The director quickly stepped in to explain: “Everyone, we apologize. Due to work commitments, Fu Ru’an couldn’t join us for this episode.”

“Tch.” Rong Zhi shot Ruan Siyi a disdainful look. “Maybe Fu Ru’an changed her mind and didn’t want to come with you.”

“Some people really have a nasty way of talking,” Ruan Siyi shot back without hesitation.

She already knew Fu Ru’an wouldn’t make it today. Since the incident, Fu-jie had become visibly busier, flying around nonstop with barely any time at home.

All to wrap up her current projects early and free up her schedule for the show.

Ruan Siyi had marveled at the time:

This is what it means to be an A-list actress!

Unlike her, who spent her days lounging at home.

But despite her efforts, Fu Ru’an still hadn’t made it back in time for the premiere—she had one final scene left to film.

Ai Ke narrowed her eyes with a “kind” smile, watching the barrage of comments fly across the screen, her lips curling meaningfully.

“Looks like the little hiccup earlier didn’t dampen your enthusiasm! Don’t worry, folks—our first warm-up segment is about to begin! We’re heading to our first destination: the Romance Cottage!”

“Those in Haicheng know—it’s pouring outside right now!” She teased, drawing out the suspense.

[She’s not lying. I’m in Haicheng! It’s a downpour—anyone without an umbrella will be soaked!]

[Sis, your IP checks out. I believe you!]

“But…” Duo Ke hesitated. “We only have two umbrellas, enough for two couples.”

“What a dilemma,” Ai Ke said with a wicked grin. “I guess the one without their partner will have to walk in the rain, then?”

Ruan Siyi: “?”

Excuse me?

Wasn’t she supposed to be the one receiving special treatment and warm consideration from the production team?

[I’m dying. I’ve never seen someone’s face cycle through so many expressions so fast LOL]

[Ruan Siyi, quit idol dramas and do comedy instead. I’d buy tickets for my whole family to watch!]

[Sis, you’re not letting her off either…]

By the time Ruan Siyi snapped out of it, the two couples had already taken their umbrellas and left.

Rong Zhi even deliberately stepped on her white sneakers on the way out.

Now, she stood alone at the entrance, left to face the bitter wind.

The rain outside was relentless, falling in heavy sheets. The damp chill seeped into her bones, and the sound of raindrops striking puddles echoed around her.

At least the cottage wasn’t far—just a short dash across the courtyard.

Ruan Siyi took a deep breath, mentally adding this to the list of grievances against the detestable director, and prepared to make a run for it.

But just as she squeezed her eyes shut and braced herself, she didn’t feel the expected cold sting of rain.

Instead, it was warmth—radiating through fabric, pressed against her.

She had crashed into someone’s embrace.

The person was slightly shorter than her. Rather than getting angry, they let out a soft chuckle.

“Ruan Ruan. Are you playing the damsel-in-distress game?”

One hand held an umbrella, while the other circled her waist, pulling her closer. The person buried their face against her chest.

She held her like catching a butterfly about to be drenched.

Ruan Siyi’s eyes flew open.