His sobs turned into cries, suppressed, restrained, and he tried his best to maintain the dignity a man should have.
Zhao Xiyin turned Zhou Qishen's face to stop him from escaping, and said softly, "I love you and the child, and we will give you a home."
Those old wounds and dark clouds were all enveloped by her gentle voice.
Zhou Qishen closed his eyes in her arms, something within him vanished into thin air, while new life sprouted from the earth. It was as if a jar of peach blossom wine had been brewed in his heart; Zhou Qishen knew that he truly possessed this intoxicating happiness.
He spoke solemnly, words failing to express the profound emotion he felt. Of all the things he wanted to say, he simply said, "Xiao west, thank you."
Zhao Xiyin smiled playfully, her slender index finger touching his brow, and said, "You're welcome, I love you."
Chapter 95 A Perfect Match, A Lasting Bond (4)
More than four months have passed since I left Qinghai to film.
Winter goes and spring comes, spring ends and summer begins; the four seasons cycle in the blink of an eye. Post-production on "Nine Thoughts" is nearing completion, and Zhao Xiyin will receive related short videos from the production team.
Even though it's the same person, separated by a screen, there's always a feeling of being in another world.
She looked in the mirror again, and seeing the woman inside with her belly shaped like a small hill, her sense of melancholy became even more pronounced.
Waaaaah, my belly looks like a little ball.
As scheduled, the promotional period for "Nine Thoughts" officially began, with major media platforms starting pre-release promotion. It was at this crucial juncture that something happened that was no small matter for Zhao Xiyin.
On an ordinary Friday, a trending topic suddenly appeared on Weibo: "Most Beautiful Actress in 'Nine Thoughts'." It included a nine-grid photo collage, all featuring Zhao Xiyin. From her freshman year photos to her current candid dance shots, she is undeniably beautiful.
What's truly astonishing is that this Weibo post remained incredibly popular, even reaching a considerable number of reposts by 8 PM, prime time. At first glance, it seems like excellent exposure, which should be a good thing. However, upon closer inspection, it's really inappropriate. First, the title—what does "most beautiful actress" even mean? Zhao Xiyin is an unknown amateur, yet she's given such a huge title; isn't this offending all the professionally trained actors in the film? Second, the content—why post photos without warning? Their intentions are despicable.
In just a few hours, the trend of comments has become unpredictable.
"So desperate for fame??? How much did they pay for this trending topic???"
"She can be called an 'actress'? I, as a complete acquaintance, think Ruan Dai is better than her."
"No one will be there to help her in the end. You can tell at a glance which family's skin she is upstairs. Take Dai Dai away and be beautiful on your own."
After that, the top comments were basically dominated by celebrity fans.
Coincidentally, at 8 PM, the peak time for internet traffic, several marketing accounts posted another breaking news Weibo post:
"This woman surnamed Zhao is the lead dancer in 'Nine Thoughts,' opposite Su Ying. A complete newcomer, she graduated from the Beijing Dance Academy in 201x. During an international competition in France, she was involved in a serious stage accident, bringing shame to the academy. The power of capital is truly great :)"
The comments under the Weibo post were filled with various insider statements:
"She was Dai Yunxin's apprentice, but they had a falling out, and you know why. Anyway, this Zhao student has now gotten involved with Su Ying again. Just like in college, her methods are still as ruthless as ever."
"There are two legitimate financial backers: one is Meng, the heir of Fantian Entertainment, and the other is Zhou, the chairman of Jingmao Group. Zhou is nearly fifty years old; it's amazing she could bring herself to do that."
The ideas are bizarre, but the words are utterly offensive.
In fact, there are countless such rumors and gossips, and they usually fade away after a day at most. But Zhao Xiyin's case has only gotten worse. Fans of the various actors who participated in "Nine Thoughts" are dissatisfied and have launched a collective attack, while some insiders have appeared out of nowhere and are spreading nonsense with great seriousness.
Zhao Xiyin was immediately labeled as a scoundrel.
When this incident came to light, Zhou Qishen was on a business trip abroad. Due to the time difference, by the time he learned about it during the day, the situation in China was already very serious.
She didn't know who provided the number, but calls came from all sorts of media outlets. Zhao Xiyin's phone was ringing almost non-stop, one call every two minutes, from all over the country. Li Ran and Xiao Shun, who were online, came to keep her company as soon as they heard about it.
When Zhou Qishen was away on business trips, Zhao Xiyin usually stayed at her own home. She repeatedly told him, "Don't tell my dad."
Before the conversation was even finished, they noticed several reporters downstairs, looking up and searching for the floor. Startled, Li Ran and Xiao Shun quickly took Zhao Xiyin back to the studio.
Li Ran felt sorry for her and was so angry that tears were almost coming out. "Who is so heartless! You're heavily pregnant, and they're treating you like you're fleeing a disaster. What did they do to deserve this? Don't those reporters have any sense of public morality? What's the point of coming to our door? This is illegal!"
Zhao Xiyin was also bewildered. She sat on the sofa, clutching her stomach and frowning slightly.
Xiao Shun was terrified, his voice trembling as he said, "What's wrong with you? Don't scare me, Sister west."
Zhao Xiyin raised her head, her eyes red, and said in a muffled voice, "He kicked me."
This was the first time Zhao Xiyin had felt fetal movement.
Li Ran asked her, "Are you feeling unwell?"
"It doesn't hurt, it just swelled up."
"I mean, things that happen online."
Zhao Xiyin thought for a moment and said, "It's alright."
Li Ran knew her well; if she said it was okay, it must not be very good. Because someone had already started a discussion about boycotting Zhao Xiyin, and by extension, the movie "Nine Thoughts." Such a trivial matter had become a trending topic.
The film is scheduled for release on the first day of the Lunar New Year and has been recommended by the China Film Administration to participate in major film festivals both domestically and internationally. If things escalate, sacrificing the film to save the film is not out of the question. But strangely, the film's producers haven't contacted Zhao Xiyin even once.
The next day, the official account of the TV series "Nine Thoughts" posted a Weibo message with a clear stance of support:
Recent online rumors regarding the actors in "Nine Thoughts" have drawn attention. The production team has always cared for its young actors and is grateful for their hard work and dedication. We hereby solemnly declare that the film has entered post-production, and we will not believe the rumors or replace any actors. Regardless of their billing or screen time, we will assist any actor involved in the filming of "Nine Thoughts" in protecting their legal rights if needed.
At the same time, several mainstream media outlets also began to follow up.
Most of the cast and crew of "Nine Thoughts," including director Pang Ce, retweeted this Weibo post.
This time, there were no trolls controlling the comments, and no so-called bystanders deliberately stirring up trouble; the general public's reaction was much more fair and objective. Shortly after, the official Weibo account of Jingmao Group, verified with a blue V badge, directly issued a statement—
"Our company has commissioned the Qi Yuming Law Firm to collect evidence regarding these false online rumors and will take all necessary legal measures to protect the legitimate rights and interests of Mr. Zhou Qishen and his wife."
above. "
"Holy crap? The financial backer is actually the chairman of Jingmao?? This company is amazing, those who don't know, please Google it."
"She actually got married?! Holy crap, she married so well!"
"Wasn't there a rumor that the man was 20 years older than the woman? Am I forgetting?"
"Wake up, upstairs! There are photos in the comments. Those long legs are absolutely stunning."
"So, does it hurt when those who spread rumors are proven wrong? Hehehe."
From the moment the incident occurred until now, the situation has been quickly brought under control within 24 hours. The next day, all related negative posts were deleted from the internet, and Zhao Xiyin's name and photos could no longer be found.
Zhou Qishen returned to China from the Netherlands and went straight to Li Ran's studio after getting off the plane. He thought he would see a heartbroken and helpless Zhao Xiyin, but when he entered, he found three people sitting cross-legged on the carpet, leisurely playing cards.
Zhao Xiyin, with a lollipop in her mouth, gave him a bright smile and said, "You're back!"
Zhou Qishen was stunned for a moment, then realized that this woman was stronger than he had imagined.
The two walked home hand in hand as usual, naturally, as if nothing had happened. Zhao Xiyin tugged at his hand and shook it, saying she wanted to eat steak. Zhou Qishen, worried about something happening and concerned for her safety, advised her to go another day.
Zhao Xiyin immediately transformed into a koala, clinging to him and refusing to get off.
He whined and complained, saying he'd be willing to die for Zhou Qishen.
They went to the China World Trade Center, and when they came out after eating, they bumped right into Meng Weixi who was walking towards them.
All three of them were taken aback.
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Zhao Xiyin held Zhou Qishen's hand and unconsciously tightened her grip.
I don't mean anything by it, but these two men are like oil and water. Every time they clash, they end up fighting or bleeding and breaking bones, which leaves them with a deep psychological scar.
After a moment of silence, Zhou Qishen turned his head and whispered to her, "Go wait for me over there."
Zhao Xiyin nodded and obediently walked away a little.
Zhou Qishen looked at Meng Weixi, then approached her, his eyes sincere, showing genuine concern. He said, "Thank you for Xiaoxi's matter."
The online uproar was beyond his reach while he was in the Netherlands, so his actions were certainly not as efficient as those handled domestically. Who else could have done it so quickly and with such a one-sided public relations approach? Only Meng Weixi, under pressure from above, could have managed it.
Meng Weixi nodded and gave a very faint "Mm".
Zhou Qishen said, "If you need any help in the future, just let me know."
Meng Weixi gave a faint smile, her tone remaining flat, "Yes."
A few brief, proactive words can make all the difference.
After a moment of silence, Meng Weixi asked, "Can I say a few words to Xiaoxi?"
Zhou Qishen turned his head and glanced at Zhao Xiyin, who was not far to his right, then turned back and said, "Okay."
Meng Weixi was tall, and Zhao Xiyin, wearing flat shoes, looked up at him slightly.
His gaze fell on her loose blouse; when she was still, her belly was not very noticeable.
Meng Weixi asked, "How many months?"
Zhao Xiyin replied, "Five months."
A moment of silence followed.