We Went Viral After Appearing on a Dating Reality Show with Movie Queen O - Chapter 10

Qi Meng’s dress was remarkably similar to Gu Xingyu’s, though hers fell below the knee. The colors—a teal-blue and a deep pink—made them look like matching outfits.

The two had only met today, yet they were already wearing matching outfits—a remarkably swift development.

As Qi Meng descended the stairs, Gu Xingyu smiled and said, “Qi Meng, you look lovely.”

“Thank you, Xingyu,” Qi Meng replied, her cheeks flushing slightly, unable to suppress her smile.

Gu Xingyu, however, didn’t read too much into it, treating her simply as a friend.

Bai Shulan lowered her gaze to conceal her emotions, her lips flattening from a faint curve into a straight line, as if preoccupied with something.

Gao Pian watched the pair with an inscrutable expression, as if observing a play. “Qi Meng, you look stunning,” he remarked.

They’re already wearing matching outfits after just half a day?! These two really know how to move fast!

I have to admit, they actually look good together! Lock them up and throw away the key! Just keep them away from everyone else!

Goddess’s dress is gorgeous! Chen Ren looks so handsome and beautiful! They’re such a perfect match!

Can we just pack these two up and kick them off the show?

President Chen, please take note! Can we get rid of these two? Don’t you think they’re dragging down the show’s quality?

The group rose and followed the production crew outside. The afternoon sun was surprisingly intense, and everyone quickly donned sunglasses.

Bai Shulan had just opened her parasol when Chen Ren smoothly took it from her, sheltering both of them beneath its shade. The gesture struck a perfect balance between intimacy and propriety, feeling just right.

From any angle, the distance between them seemed both close and distant.

Meanwhile, Gu Xingyu watched the intimate exchange between the pair ahead, her eyes darkening with a hint of resentment as her upward-curving lips flattened. She, too, opened her parasol.

“Xingyu, can we share? I’m carrying quite a lot today,” Qi Meng gestured to her large bag.

“Sure, no problem,” Gu Xingyu readily agreed.

Gao Pian smiled wryly, left to walk alone.

It’s only been half a day, and the dynamics are already so clear?! Suddenly feeling a bit sorry for Gao Pian. What should I do?

Ahahaha, Gao Pian’s pitiful expression! Quick, bring in another Alpha guest!

Chen Ren and Bai Shulan are such a perfect match!! I’m unilaterally declaring the goddess as the future Mrs. Chen!

Aaaah!! Their hands! They almost touched!! Who gets it?!

Qi Meng is really… she’s just too in love!

The stretch of road wasn’t particularly long or short, but among the guests present, everyone except Qi Meng seemed to be feeling uneasy.

Bai Shulan stared expressionlessly ahead, turning to Chen Ren beside her. “Why are you walking with me?”

“Is it so bad to walk together?” Chen Ren replied with a smile, her words completely enigmatic.

“Hmph.” Bai Shulan pressed her lips into a thin line, her mood unmoved by Chen Ren’s attempt at friendliness.

The live stream audience was utterly confused by this exchange, as if the two were speaking in code. However, CP fans interpreted it as a secret romantic exchange, forcing their own interpretation:

“Is the goddess waiting for Chen Ren to give her a clear answer? But Chen Ren dodged the question, making the goddess unhappy…”

“That sounds about right. Rumor has it Chen Ren has been chasing after the goddess for ages, but she hasn’t managed to win her over, ha ha ha!”

“The goddess looks so beautiful even when she’s being tsundere! So cute!!”

Gu Xingyu, trailing behind, could only catch snippets of their conversation. Watching their intimacy, her heart churned with conflicting emotions as she mechanically responded to Qi Meng’s chatter beside her.

From a distance, the lakeside scenery was breathtaking: azure waters reflecting the clear blue sky, everything perfectly balanced. The supplies prepared by the production team were piled up like a small mountain.

As the sun began its westward descent, everyone put away their umbrellas.

“Wow, look at all this stuff! Is it all for us?!” Qi Meng exclaimed in delight.

“Not bad, looks pretty comprehensive,” Gu Xingyu said, already rummaging through the supplies.

Gao Pian followed behind, marveling at the sheer volume of items.

Meanwhile, Bai Shulan and Chen Ren stood apart.

“This setting is perfect for afternoon tea,” Bai Shulan remarked, gazing at the sky.

“It’s quite nice,” Chen Ren agreed, but neither made any move to approach the supplies. They seemed uninterested.

“There’s even food here!” Gao Pian called out, still rummaging through the pile. The production team had clearly overprepared.

“Everything’s so well-stocked! I brought some snacks too,” Qi Meng said with a cheerful laugh, her eyes sparkling with anticipation for the activities ahead.

“This is the tent, this is the picnic blanket, folding chairs…” Gu Xingyu immediately began identifying the items, sorting them with Gao Pian. They quickly laid out everything needed for the picnic.

“Need any help?” Bai Shulan asked, stepping closer to Gu Xingyu.

“Yes, please!” Gu Xingyu replied eagerly, flashing her a radiant smile.

“Shulan, let’s spread out the picnic blanket together first,” Qi Meng said, her gaze lingering on Bai Shulan for a moment before returning to the busy Gu Xingyu.

?? Qi Meng? You’re seriously sick! Go see a neurologist immediately!

Holy sh1t, is she targeting our Shulan?

WTF! Our goddess kindly offers to help, and you’re pulling this possessive crap, trying to get her away?

This woman is toxic! I can’t stand her… Just get lost with Gu Xingyu already!

Chen Ren followed along, though she knew nothing about camping. Still, since she was participating in the show, she wanted to feel involved.

She trailed behind Bai Shulan and Qi Meng.

“Perfect! Each of us can take a corner. How about this spot?” Qi Meng gestured toward a nearby large tree, where the shade would provide shelter from the sun.

“Sounds good.”

“Agreed.”

The two women followed her instructions, spreading out the picnic blanket and arranging the tea and snacks.

Once they finished, Chen Ren noticed Gao Pian struggling with the setup. Finally feeling a sense of responsibility as an Alpha, she offered to take over for him. She and Gu Xingyu then worked together to finish setting up the campsite.

“Gao Pian, you know so much!” Qi Meng exclaimed, eager to praise him.

“Not really. I’ve camped a few times with friends, but Xingyu knows way more. She’s really familiar with all this stuff,” Gao Pian replied, showering Gu Xingyu with compliments.

Bai Shulan’s gaze followed the conversation, landing on Gu Xingyu, who was still working diligently under the sun like a busy little bee. Despite wearing her stage outfit, she assembled the equipment with unpretentious focus, her brow furrowed in concentration. Watching Gu Xingyu like this made Bai Shulan’s expression soften.

“Wow, Xingyu is really amazing!” Qi Meng gushed, showering her with praise.

Hidden in the shade of a tree, Bai Shulan’s expression seemed to darken slightly. Her emotionless eyes met Qi Meng’s, who was beaming with joy, looking like a young girl head over heels in love.

Gu Xingyu tied the ropes to the canopy and pulled them taut, asking Chen Ren to help hammer in the ground stakes. But Chen Ren struggled for ages without figuring it out, so Gu Xingyu had to take over herself.

Chen Ren stood nearby, holding a rope and staring intently at her.

“Why are you just watching? Get to work!” Gu Xingyu said, looking puzzled.

“Gu Xingyu… I didn’t expect you to actually be useful…” Chen Ren finally managed to say after a long pause.

Gu Xingyu froze, momentarily stunned and confused.

Oh my god, I’m starting to get Gu Xingyu! Sisters, come scold me back to my senses!

You’re not alone, sis!

Chen Ren, hahaha! “A little useful,” that’s so accurate!

Looking at it this way, Gu Xingyu is actually a little useful, hahaha…

Looks like President Chen lives in a world of her own, untouched by earthly concerns…

Finally, Gu Xingyu and her group finished setting up the canopy. They walked over to Bai Shulan and her companions, Gu Xingyu plopping down with a thin sheen of sweat on her forehead.

Qi Meng immediately handed her a tissue and turned to grab a small strawberry cake from her bag—a treat she had brought herself.

“Xingyu, would you like some?” Qi Meng held out the cake, scooping a spoonful toward Gu Xingyu.

The cake was topped with a layer of fragrant, creamy frosting, looking sweet and tempting.

This reminded Gu Xingyu of the night she and Bai Shulan had temporarily marked each other a few days earlier. Bai Shulan had been wearing a thin black camisole, and Gu Xingyu had lifted a finger to taste the creamy frosting, her movements both sensual and alluring. That night, the cake had seemed intoxicatingly sweet.

For reasons Gu Xingyu couldn’t quite explain, she took the cake and tasted a small bite. Then, turning to Bai Shulan, who was sitting beside her with an air of serene detachment, she asked, “Would you like some? Shulan?”

Instantly, all eyes turned to Gu Xingyu. Qi Meng’s face drained of color, her eyes wide with disbelief. Gao Pian’s smile shifted to surprise and confusion.

Chen Ren, watching the scene like a spectator at a play, glanced back and forth between the group before settling her gaze on Gu Xingyu, a mocking smile playing at the corner of her lips.

Gu Xingyu, she thought, after being married to Bai Shulan for so long, you still don’t know she dislikes sweets.