We Went Viral After Appearing on a Dating Reality Show with Movie Queen O - Chapter 42

Gu Xingyu was still chatting with Xiao Xiaoxiao, their conversation jumping from topic to topic. Having not seen each other in so long, they shared many heartfelt thoughts.

 

Bai Shulan approached Gu Xingyu’s door and heard voices inside. Her raised hand hovered in the air, frozen mid-motion. She held her breath, listening intently before withdrawing her hand.

 

That sounds like Xiao Xiaoxiao, she thought. They’re chatting. I shouldn’t disturb them.

 

Bai Shulan smiled faintly, a hint of resignation in her expression, and turned to leave.

 

After what felt like an eternity, Xiao Xiaoxiao finally ended her call. The room fell silent, plunging into a profound stillness. The vast space felt empty, filled with a palpable loneliness.

 

The voices in Gu Xingyu’s mind suddenly amplified, a chaotic jumble of emotions swirling within her.

 

Shulan likes Chen Ren, and Qi Meng likes her… These unsolvable riddles left her utterly bewildered, lost in a fog of confusion.

 

The pain in her heart clamored, restless and urging her to act irrationally. Yet these impulses remained confined to her thoughts.

 

Countless threads tangled into an impenetrable knot, impossible to unravel. She lacked the resolve to sever them.

 

A gentle knock at the door dispersed Gu Xingyu’s thoughts, pulling her back to reality.

 

“Come in,” she said. The butler entered.

 

“Miss Gu, this platter was sent up by Miss Bai.”

 

“…Thank you.”

 

Gu Xingyu glanced at the large white ceramic platter on the coffee table. Fresh, vibrant red strawberries were arranged around plump, juicy blueberries, their sweet aroma filling the air.

 

A faint smile touched her lips as she bit into a strawberry—succulent, sweet, and bursting with juice.

 

Her furrowed brow smoothed. She took out her phone and snapped a few photos.

 

After a moment’s hesitation, she opened Shulan’s chat window and sent them with a message:

 

Shulan, thank you! followed by a cute cat emoji making a heart.

 

Before she could put her phone down, a reply arrived.

 

Can I get paid for this? followed by a winking cat emoji.

 

Gu Xingyu’s smile widened involuntarily, and she couldn’t help but laugh softly, a faint blush creeping up her ears. Her heart pounding with excitement, she replied:

 

How would you pay me?

 

Why haven’t you come to see me yet? Bai Shulan’s eyes were filled with tenderness.

 

Should I come over now?

 

After sending the message, Gu Xingyu immediately stood up, hesitating for a moment about whether to go see her.

 

The lingering bitterness in her heart was completely washed away by this sudden joy, and a radiant smile bloomed on her face, tinged with a hint of shyness.

 

Her phone buzzed, and she quickly checked the notification. It was Shulan’s reply:

 

Okay!

 

Gu Xingyu immediately headed for the door, but after only two steps, she turned back, grabbed the plate, and headed toward Shulan’s place.

 

“Shulan,” Gu Xingyu called out as she pushed open the door.

 

“Xingyu, you’re here!” Shulan greeted her warmly, reclining on the sofa with a radiant smile. A loose white dress concealed her jade-like calves, and her long, glossy black hair cascaded down her chest, giving her the gentle, approachable air of a beloved older sister.

 

The gentle breeze carried away the faint wisp of melancholy that had settled in Gu Xingyu’s heart.

 

Gu Xingyu walked over and sat beside Bai Shulan, placing the plate of strawberries in front of her.

 

“I thought you’d come find me after dinner,” Bai Shulan said with a smile, her lips pursing slightly in a gesture that was both playful and reproachful.

 

Gu Xingyu paused, momentarily taken aback. She had indeed planned to do just that, but… she had unexpectedly overheard Bai Shulan’s true feelings. The smile on her face faded slightly.

 

“Xiaoxiao called me,” Gu Xingyu said, lowering her long, thick lashes to conceal the loneliness in her eyes.

 

“Oh, I see,” Bai Shulan replied, smoothly changing the subject. “Filming for Spring Love starts the day after tomorrow,” she added with a gentle smile.

 

“Yes, I just received a message from Sister Dan. It seems the location has changed this time,” Gu Xingyu responded thoughtfully.

 

“That’s right, and there’s a new guest joining us too! Xingyu, are you excited?” Bai Shulan looked up at Xingyu, her lips parting slightly as she took a small bite of a strawberry. The sweet and tangy aroma burst into the air.

 

“…Well, hopefully the new guest will be more outgoing and get along well with everyone,” Gu Xingyu said, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes.

 

“True. So, which Omega guest do you like the most right now?” Bai Shulan asked, looking directly at her with a slight smile.

 

“You…” Gu Xingyu lowered her gaze, her ears flushing crimson.

 

“Really? Are you just saying that to flatter me?” Bai Shulan chuckled, taking another bite of strawberry. Her slender fingers brushed her lips, pale and flawless.

 

“No… it’s not that,” Gu Xingyu said, her eyes darting away. “I really do like you the most.” She picked up a strawberry and popped it into her mouth.

 

But if we’re talking about Alpha guests, Shulan definitely wouldn’t like me the most, would she? A bitter feeling spread through her heart.

 

She didn’t continue the conversation, already clear about the answer.

 

“What’s wrong?” Bai Shulan noticed her unease. Gu Xingyu’s emotions were always written plainly on her face, leaving no room for guessing.

 

Normally, Xingyu would be chattering away, but now she had fallen silent.

 

Gu Xingyu couldn’t simply say she was fine. Her emotions were too obvious to hide from Bai Shulan; she was terrible at concealing her feelings.

 

After a moment, she changed her mind. “…It’s Xiao Xiaoxiao. Qi Meng likes me too.” She confessed another source of her distress to Shulan.

 

Bai Shulan’s eyebrows lifted in surprise. She never expected this issue to surface now.

 

“What do you think? Do you believe she likes you?” Bai Shulan picked a blueberry and popped it into her mouth.

 

“It seems so…” Gu Xingyu lowered her gaze, her brow furrowing. “But…”

 

“But you only see her as a friend,” Bai Shulan finished her sentence.

 

Gu Xingyu looked up at her. Shulan leaned back against the sofa, her expression calm and composed, though the smile on her face had faded slightly.

 

“Yeah, rejecting her on the show wouldn’t be good, right? It would embarrass Qi Meng,” Gu Xingyu murmured vaguely, unsure who she was really talking to.

 

“Don’t overthink it. It’s not your fault,” Bai Shulan said, her lashes lowered as she pondered. “You need to respect her feelings.”

 

I should have addressed this on the show sooner, she thought. Now things have become even more complicated.

 

“Mm… you’re right,” Gu Xingyu nodded. She didn’t believe her actions had crossed any boundaries; after all, this was how she interacted with all her close friends.

 

Or perhaps, she wondered, is my way of interacting simply boundaryless, regardless of whether it’s with an Alpha or an Omega? I’m so used to this that I unconsciously project it onto others.

 

But Qi Meng clearly didn’t see it that way.

 

Gu Xingyu lowered her gaze, lost in thought. She realized she shouldn’t have dismissed the unease she’d felt on the show, choosing instead to maintain the status quo and convince herself it was just friendship.

 

For a long moment, the room fell silent.

 

“Don’t overthink it,” Bai Shulan said, gently patting Gu Xingyu’s arm in reassurance. “Spring Love is a dating show, after all. Complicated relationships are the norm.”

 

“Here, have a strawberry.” Bai Shulan picked a strawberry from the porcelain plate and held it to Gu Xingyu’s lips.

 

Gu Xingyu looked up and saw Shulan smiling warmly at her, her peach blossom eyes curved like crescent moons, brimming with tender affection.

 

The turmoil in Gu Xingyu’s heart melted away, leaving only the allure of this captivating moment. She instinctively opened her mouth, biting into the strawberry. The sweet, fragrant juice burst across her palate.

 

Gu Xingyu stared blankly at Shulan, a faint smile tugging at the corners of her lips.

 

“Oh, and during this filming session, it seems another guest withdrew from the show,” Bai Shulan continued, sharing insider information.

 

“Ah? Who? Besides Qian Mian, who else? Chen Ren?” Gu Xingyu asked, surprised.

 

“No, you’ll find out the day after tomorrow,” Bai Shulan said with a radiant smile.

 

 

The two chatted casually about various topics. Since Bai Shulan had a series of engagements the day after tomorrow, she didn’t stay over.

 

The next day, Gu Xingyu seemed listless, as if she hadn’t slept well.

 

In Bai Shulan’s eyes, Gu Xingyu was still fretting over Qi Meng’s situation, but the truth was more complicated.

 

Both women were busy preparing for the banquet and the upcoming production schedule.

 

To be precise, Bai Shulan was meticulously handling every detail while also managing some company affairs in advance.

 

Soon, on the morning of the first day, they set off separately from their homes.

 

Gu Xingyu was still yawning in the nanny van, listening to Xiaojie’s instructions and nodding repeatedly.

 

“Sister Gu, Sister Gu! The official announcement just came out—Gao Pian has withdrawn from the show! The new Omega guest is Lin Yan, Gao Pian’s friend and also a designer,” Xiaojie immediately shared the news.

 

“What? Gao Pian withdrew?” Gu Xingyu exclaimed in surprise.

 

“Yeah! This Lin Yan is amazing too—apparently she’s Gao Pian’s colleague and has won several international awards!” Xiaojie marveled.

 

“Then she must be a good person,” Gu Xingyu said after a moment, finally emerging from her shock. “Let me see.”

 

“Sister Gu, the official account hasn’t released any photos yet,” Xiaojie said, handing her the tablet.

 

“Really? Oh well, I’ll see them soon enough anyway,” Gu Xingyu replied casually.

 

The scenery outside the car window stretched endlessly: golden-white beaches met azure skies that merged seamlessly with the sea. Tall coconut trees lined both sides of the road.

 

She had initially been eagerly anticipating the filming of Spring Love. Now, however, the location was filled with problems she couldn’t solve, and she had no answers herself.

 

Before she knew it, they had arrived at their destination. Gu Xingyu stepped out of the car, followed the signs, and slowly wheeled her suitcase into the courtyard.

 

After entering the courtyard and setting down her suitcase, she looked around. There were quite a few cameras.

 

The row of three small courtyards contained six rooms, each furnished with two single beds. Given the number of guests—four Alpha-Omega pairs—how would the rooms be allocated?

 

Gu Xingyu hesitated, unsure which room to enter. Instead, she sat down on the courtyard sofa, observing everything with curiosity.

 

She hadn’t been sitting for long when an unfamiliar figure appeared before her.

 

Before her stood a pure and lively Omega, pulling a suitcase and smiling brightly. “Hello,” she said, “I’m Lin Yan.”

 

Her floral dress swayed gently in the breeze, exuding a fresh and ethereal beauty. Her radiant smile lit up her innocent face as she stood tall and graceful. This beauty was unlike any other—as refreshing as plain water, yet as dreamlike as plain water. It was soothing to behold, drawing people in.

 

“Hello, I’m Gu Xingyu,” Gu Xingyu said, quickly rising to greet her.

 

“Um, I’m Gao Pian’s friend. He withdrew from the show,” Lin Yan explained softly, her smile gentle.

 

“Oh, I know. Welcome, welcome!” Gu Xingyu replied hastily.

 

Damn, Lin Yan is so talented and beautiful! Such a pure-hearted girl!

 

It’s been a while since we saw Gu Xingyu. I’m actually feeling a bit nostalgic!

 

What’s there to be nostalgic about? Let’s get a better Alpha!

 

Where’s my Shulan-jiejie?! I haven’t seen her yet! Aaaah! She wouldn’t have withdrawn, right?!

 

And Chen Ren! Ye Yin!

 

Gu Xingyu is barely passable. If they bring in another Alpha like Qian Mian, the show will flop, romance or no romance!

 

 

The two sat on the sofa, unsure of what to do next, and could only offer awkward smiles.

 

A moment later, more commotion came from outside. Bai Shulan appeared on camera, wearing a light blue dress and a wide-brimmed sun hat. As she drew closer, Qi Meng and Ye Yin emerged from behind her.

 

“Hello, I’m…”

 

The group exchanged greetings and introduced themselves in turn.

 

“Gao Pian isn’t coming?” Qi Meng asked, surprised.

 

“No, he had to start a new case and is swamped with work,” Lin Yan explained.

 

“Alright, welcome!” Qi Meng beamed at her.

 

“Thank you,” Lin Yan replied.

 

Bai Shulan silently took a seat next to Gu Xingyu, a faint smile playing on her lips.

 

Ahhh, my Shulan is so beautiful!!!

 

Seriously, among all these Omegas, Bai Shulan is the most stunning! So elegant and refined! Shulan-jie, I want a hug!!!

 

They’re all so gorgeous! The Production Team really knows how to pick guests—each one is beautiful in their own way!

 

Am I the only one who thinks that Gu Xingyu, the most casual and scummy Alpha among these Omega guests, is the most attractive?!

 

Her looks are truly breathtaking! And isn’t she supposed to be reformed now? All that slander was just media hype!

 

Don’t be so quick to judge! It’s only been a few days—she might just be putting on an act, bribing the Production Team and guests to whitewash her image!

 

Bai Shulan deliberately sat next to Gu Xingyu!!! Aaaah! I think I can start shipping them now!

 

Where are the other Alpha guests? Why is it just Gu Xingyu?

 

 

Everyone gathered in the small courtyard, sitting on sofas with their suitcases piled in a corner.

 

The Omega guests exchanged pleasantries and chatted casually, with Bai Shulan occasionally chiming in.

 

As the only Alpha guest present, Gu Xingyu felt somewhat awkward. She didn’t know who to approach first, as striking up a conversation with anyone seemed inappropriate.

 

Qi Meng was definitely out of the question, as was Shulan. Ye Yin barely exchanged a few words with her, and she wasn’t familiar with the newly arrived guest, Lin Yan.

 

To make matters worse, Gu Xingyu was seated between Bai Shulan and Lin Yan.

 

“Xingyu, I watched the show and thought you were so interesting!” Lin Yan suddenly turned to compliment her.

 

“Ah… thank you. Everyone’s been pretty interesting,” Gu Xingyu replied, nodding repeatedly, a little flustered.

 

Beside her, Bai Shulan’s eyes darkened. As an Omega herself, she could clearly sense the others’ affections.

 

It seemed this new guest…

 

“Xingyu, what have you been up to these past few days?” Qi Meng asked, turning to Gu Xingyu.

 

“Oh, you know, just sleeping, resting, and watching some shows,” Gu Xingyu replied casually. But when the topic shifted to sleep, her gaze flickered downward, a faint blush coloring her ears before her eyes involuntarily drifted to Shulan beside her.

 

Shulan returned her gaze, and the two exchanged a knowing smile.

 

Bai Shulan’s smile was radiant and tender, while Gu Xingyu’s was shy and bashful.

 

Damn it, Gu Xingyu! Stop flirting with my Shulan-jie!

 

Whoa, what’s going on here? Are they… subtly flirting?!

 

Ugh, Bai Shulan, look at Chen Ren! Or at least consider the two new Alpha guests! Can’t you see Gu Xingyu isn’t right for you?!

 

Does anyone understand the weight of that smile?! My ship is sailing!

 

Qi Meng, move on! Don’t hang on to one tree!

 

Lin Yan is so beautiful! Sister, come here for a hug! Did she just compliment Gu Xingyu?!

 

 

In the past, Gu Xingyu could chat casually with everyone. But after learning that Qi Meng had feelings for her, she became much more cautious, worried about giving others the wrong impression.

 

Now, surrounded by a group of Omega guests, Gu Xingyu truly didn’t know what to say to strike just the right balance.

 

Finally, another commotion arose outside, and Gu Xingyu immediately looked up, her gaze fixed on the courtyard entrance.

 

A stranger entered—an Alpha dressed in simple, casual attire, her short hair falling straight to her shoulders, radiating an aura of restrained elegance.

 

“Hello, everyone. I’m Shen Yiqing, a medical student,” she introduced herself briefly.

 

Next came another new face: a woman in a modest cocktail dress with gently curling hair, exuding both warmth and understated nobility, her presence steeped in artistic flair.

 

“Hi everyone! I’m Xia Tian, a violinist,” she said with a cheerful smile.

 

Finally, Chen Ren arrived. “Hello everyone, I’m Chen Ren.”

 

Gu Xingyu and the others stood up, introducing themselves and exchanging pleasantries.

 

Ahhh, Dr. Shen is here! That aura of ascetic coldness is irresistible! Love her, love her, love her!!!

 

Isn’t Shen Yiqing a doctoral candidate at the world’s top XX Medical Academy? Why is she being called Dr. Shen?

 

“Dr. Shen” is an affectionate nickname. After the video of her selflessly saving lives went viral online, everyone started calling her that!

 

Xia Tian is amazing too! She got into XX International Conservatory of Music through special admission and even won the gold medal at the XXX International Violin Competition! Damn, she’s got both looks and talent! Ahhh!

 

Holy crap, “Spring Love” really has connections and resources! They’ve managed to get all these top-tier Alphas and Omegas! Even Chen Ren is here!

 

Looking at this lineup, Gu Xingyu seems a bit out of place. Shouldn’t the Production Team consider replacing her with someone more impressive?

 

 

After introducing themselves, the group fell into an awkward silence. It was their first meeting, and the tension was palpable.

 

They settled around the small rectangular table, exchanging glances but saying nothing. Everyone seemed a little uneasy.

 

But the most composed person in the room was Shen Yiqing. Though she spoke little, she scanned the group before her gaze finally settled on Gu Xingyu.

 

“Xingyu, you’re very beautiful. Your skull is perfect,” she said, her voice calm and detached.

 

The others were momentarily stunned. Such a peculiar way to compliment someone…

 

“…Ah? Really? Thank you,” Gu Xingyu replied, looking up briefly before lowering her head again. She wasn’t sure whether to be pleased or frightened by the compliment, a chill creeping down the back of her neck.

 

“Why is everyone so quiet?” Chen Ren asked with a gentle smile, her eyes lingering on Gu Xingyu. She couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something different about her.

 

“Yeah… By the way, how old is everyone?” Gu Xingyu chimed in, trying to lighten the mood.

 

“I’m 26,” Shen Yiqing replied tersely, her gaze never leaving Gu Xingyu.

 

“I’m 25! We’re all probably around the same age, right?” Xia Tian said with a smile.

 

“I’m 25 too,” Lin Yan chimed in.

 

“You probably know our ages from watching the show, right?” Chen Ren said with a gentle smile.

 

Everyone nodded, and another silence fell over the group.

 

Bai Shulan raised her eyes, observing the scene with cold elegance.

 

“Let me clarify something first,” Shen Yiqing said, her gaze fixed intently on Gu Xingyu. “I’m pansexual—I’m attracted to both Alphas and Omegas.”

 

As her words hung in the air, every eye in the room turned to Gu Xingyu, their expressions loaded with unspoken meaning.

 

Gu Xingyu swallowed nervously, her scalp tingling as she felt like prey caught in a predator’s sights.

 

Holy sh1t, this is explosive! Dr. Shen, look at me! My skull is beautiful too!

 

Dr. Shen, me! I’m pansexual too! huff huff**

 

So, Dr. Shen has her eye on Gu Xingyu?! Damn, is Gu Xingyu some kind of heartthrob?

 

I don’t know, but she’s gorgeous, and her skull is perfect…

 

I can already feel the storm brewing—a bloody, chaotic storm!

 

Let’s wait and see. Still undecided. I’m not sure which ship to stan yet… munch munch munch**

 

 

“Is Xingyu’s skull the only perfect one here?” Bai Shulan suddenly quipped, looking directly at Shen Yiqing.

 

“Yours is quite impressive too,” Shen Yiqing replied with a faint smile, adjusting her frameless glasses. Her demeanor was both refined and restrained.

 

“Thank you for the compliment,” Bai Shulan said with a slight smile.

 

“Are you sure this is the time to be discussing skulls?” Chen Ren interrupted, breaking the tension.

 

“Exactly! Xia Tian, you’re a violinist, and Ye Yin has such a beautiful singing voice. You two should collaborate sometime!” Qi Meng chimed in, deftly changing the subject. “Right, Xingyu?” She turned to Gu Xingyu.

 

“Absolutely! Ye Yin’s singing is amazing—she’s won so many awards,” Gu Xingyu said, glancing at Xia Tian.

 

“I’d love to collaborate sometime,” Xia Tian replied immediately, her warm smile radiating grace and poise as she nodded politely to Ye Yin.

 

The Production Team’s loudspeaker finally crackled to life. Gu Xingyu, who had been sitting in the center of the room under everyone’s intense gaze, felt like she had finally been rescued, able to escape the stifling atmosphere.

 

“Hello everyone, long time no see! And a warm welcome to our new guests. As you may have noticed, the accommodations are different this time. We have three small courtyards: Courtyard One, Courtyard Two, and Courtyard Three, all interconnected. Each courtyard contains two rooms, meaning an Alpha and an Omega will be neighbors. Each room has two beds, so each courtyard can house two Alpha guests and two Omega guests. Now, please feel free to choose your rooms! Coordinate and discuss your choices with each other!”

 

After this lengthy explanation of the rules, some guests still hadn’t fully grasped the situation. Fortunately, the Production Team had provided explanatory cards on the table.

 

Gu Xingyu immediately turned to Shulan beside her, unsure how to proceed.

 

No way! They’re going this far this time? Alphas and Omegas living together?! Ah, I need to protect my Shulan-jie!

 

They’re not in the same room, so it’s fine. The real issue is that there are four beds, meaning potential rivals might end up sharing a courtyard?! This is going to be a total bloodbath!

 

Wow, I can’t wait to see which courtyard Gu Xingyu chooses. Will Shen Yiqing try to room with her?

 

Wow, that’s highly likely! Qi Meng will probably choose the same courtyard as Gu Xingyu too!