Romance Variety Show: The aloof and beautiful fourth female lead is always coveted.

I guess people are just inherently perverse.

They used to scoff at things that were readily available, but now that they can't have them, they always yearn for them.

Lin Zhao couldn't quite describe how she felt.

On the one hand, he felt resentful and lost; on the other hand, if he were to go back to the past... he wouldn't make any changes.

What he cares about is Bai Nianchu now.

He longed to return to the person he had been so close to in his childhood—the person sitting in front of him right now.

Can a person change so much in just a few months?

Regardless... Lin Zhao subconsciously didn't want to confuse the current Bai Nianchu with the past her.

Lin Zhao seemed lost in thought, Bai Nianchu closed her eyes to rest, while Ling Yan just stared at her intently.

The three of them remained silent, and the atmosphere gradually sank.

I couldn't even watch the live stream anymore.

Is this really a hot spring? The more I look at it, the colder I feel.

【oi, let's have a fiery clash!】

[Are these really three saw-mouth gourds, just soaking in water?]

Not only the netizens in the bullet screen area, but also the accompanying director got impatient and gestured to them from a distance to say something and interact.

Receiving a hint from the director, Lin Zhao paused for a moment, then broke the silence: "Would you like some water?"

Bai Nianchu's eyelashes trembled slightly.

Ling Yan seemed to sense something and interrupted Bai Nianchu before she could respond, saying, "I'll go get it."

Although Ling Yan didn't know what had happened between Bai Nianchu and Lin Zhao, he could tell that Bai Nianchu didn't want to have any contact with Lin Zhao, nor did she want to respond to his words.

Lin Zhao: "..."

The atmosphere was even more tense than before.

There are self-service water dispensers next to the hot spring pool, but it still takes a minute or two to walk over to get water and come back.

Taking advantage of the break, Lin Zhao fixed her gaze on Bai Nianchu, with a hint of disapproval: "Bai Nianchu, don't get too close to him."

As soon as he finished speaking, the live stream chat exploded.

【Wait, what does the second male lead mean by this?】

That's such a paternalistic way of putting it! Who does he think he is, the fourth female lead?

[If he likes Bai Nianchu, he hasn't taken any concrete actions. If he doesn't like her, he always gives the cold shoulder to the male guests who get close to her.]

I really don't understand the second male lead.

Did something happen between them? Something feels off.

Bai Nianchu did not respond to him, nor did she even make eye contact with him, treating him as if he were invisible.

Lin Zhao frowned, assuming that she was still sulking.

"Are you still angry with me?"

"Are you going to stay this distant with me until the show ends?"

The live streamers sensed a major juicy story.

What? Angry? Angry about what?

[Did they have a conflict? Why doesn't the production team show that?!]

Is a dramatic storyline on the way?

Bai Nianchu finally moved.

She tilted her head slightly, her gaze falling on Lin Zhao's face.

There are countless men in the world, and she couldn't understand why the original owner of this body was willing to hang on to Lin Zhao for so many years.

But she respects everyone's choice.

Because Bai Nianchu is also a stubborn person.

It was the same in my past life; once I made a decision, I would definitely do it, and as long as the ending was a good one in my opinion... then it didn't matter what the outcome was.

She accepts every outcome that follows her decision with equanimity.

"Not angry."

As her thoughts returned, Bai Nianchu opened her lips and spoke.

Her voice was flat and emotionless; it was the first thing she said to Lin Zhao that day.

"Have we ever had a relationship?"

This was the second thing Bai Nianchu said to Lin Zhao.

Lin Zhao's breath hitched. Even though she was very close to her, it felt like there was a thick wall between them.

Lin Zhao could not see a trace of affection in her deep, beautiful eyes.

He started to panic.

Ling Yan returned quickly, carrying a tray with cups containing hot water, juice, and a small bowl of fruit.

After placing the tray in an easily accessible location, Ling Yan carried two cups into the water and steadily walked towards Bai Nianchu.

"Water, juice?"

"Water, thank you."

Ling Yan shook his head, indicating that there was no need to thank him.

He handed the water to Bai Nianchu, kept the juice for himself, and sat down next to Bai Nianchu without moving.

Lin Zhao suddenly looked away, not wanting to watch any longer.

For the first time, I felt a lump in my throat.

The Sherlock Holmes in the comment section has started "investigating the case":

The conversation between the second male lead and the fourth female lead was really problematic; they clearly knew each other before appearing on the show.

[The second male lead is such a young CEO, what else could he be but a "princeling"? The fourth female lead is not only a designer for a high-end luxury brand, but also the manager of a media company; she's clearly a gilded, wealthy, and beautiful woman. The circle of the rich isn't small, but it's not huge either; everyone knows each other to some extent, and their relationships might go beyond mere acquaintances.]

Sister, you've written a lot, I believe you.

[But the fourth woman's attitude towards him is no different from that of a stranger? Even if they knew each other in real life, their relationship would be terrible.]

Even if you know her, so what? Chasing girls requires shamelessness. With so many rivals around, how can you be too ashamed to compete and wait for girls to coax you? No wonder you're still single.

Yeah, I hate loading cargo the most.

Lin Zhao was completely unaware of the overwhelmingly negative online opinions, and even if she knew, she wouldn't care.

What he's concerned about now is that Ling Yan is too close to Bai Nianchu.

Because his glasses fog up when he soaks in hot springs, Ling Yan took off his black-rimmed glasses, which he wore everywhere, and placed them on the tray.

Without the glasses obscuring his face, most of Ling Yan's face was now visible.

Her hair is a bit long, her eyebrows are sword-shaped, her nose is high and straight, and she has naturally enviable fair skin... Even if you can't see her whole face clearly, her facial features alone are enough to make her stand out in the entertainment industry.

Not to mention he also has his own unique temperament: a bit melancholy, a bit world-weary, easily reminding people of the continuous rainy days during the plum rain season.

This is a side of Ling Yan that no one has ever seen before.

Even Lin Zhao had to admit that Ling Yan gave off a very special feeling.

It has a mysterious quality that attracts girls.

Clearly, he wasn't the only one who realized this.

Bai Nianchu's gaze slowly turned to that direction as well.

Ling Yan's expression gradually stiffened, and he subtly straightened his back, sitting even more upright.

My heart was pounding uncontrollably, and my face was burning hot.

However, his fair skin is prone to flushing, and the blush that rises to his cheeks adds a touch of glamour to his face.

"Nianchu..."

Ling Yan wanted the other person to stop looking at him so directly.

But his body seemed to have its own consciousness; instead of dodging, it turned slightly towards her, allowing her to see him more clearly.

Look at me more.

This statement is not only Xu Muyang's plea, but also a reflection of his state of mind.

But Xu Muyang had already said once that he didn't want to be like other men.

Ling Yan's thoughts were in disarray, so he didn't hear what Bai Nianchu said the next second.

All I saw was her pale pink lips move a few times.

I really want to kiss you.