Facing Zhan Qingyue’s doubts, Ning Qiuxiu had no choice but to send him the QQ chat records from earlier in the morning with “Moon Landing Supply,” proving that the fan fiction was not written by her.

In the end, Zhan Qingyue sent her a “smile” emoji, causing Ning Qiuyou to feel a chill down her neck.

Ning Qiuxiu now deeply regretted pursuing fan fiction.

The momentary thrill of reading fan fiction had led to a public scandal. Her mind was overwhelmed with frustration.

Moreover, the suspicion that the fan fiction author was actually her wasn’t just held by Zhan Qingyue; many netizens thought so as well.

On Weibo, the hashtag #Ning Qiuxiu’s Boyfriend Confirms Relationship# had exploded.

Other male celebrities who had collaborated with Ning Qiuxiu, such as Fang Jinran and Song Chu, were also dragged into the mess.

Even Fan Yanli was involved, though his hashtag was suppressed every time it appeared, ensuring it didn’t trend.

Ning Qiuxiu’s Weibo was on fire.

Her latest Weibo post was an official announcement about the completion of Bully, the very event that led to her scandal.

The comments were already overtaken by netizens.

【Scandal Weibo group photo (peace sign)】

【Moon Landing Party’s Earth~\~ Qiuxiu and her boyfriend’s CP is so cute】

【After reading Arrogant Qiuyou and Cool President Zhan, I was shocked. OMG, Ning Qiuxiu actually likes this! She must be a strong woman in real life too. I feel sorry for President Zhan】

【This novel opened up a new world for me, but the Moon Landing CP is pretty niche. There are even super topics and fan fiction. I seriously suspect Ning Qiuxiu created the super topic and the fan fiction herself】

【Also think the fan fiction is written by Ning Qiuxiu. It’s very similar to her usual style on Weibo】

【Ning Qiuxiu is so perverted, daydreaming about her boyfriend like that, gross.】

【Is there really no one else who hasn’t read the fan fiction? I can’t find it on Weibo or Baidu. Please send me the resources!】

…

There were all kinds of comments, but the most popular opinion was that Ning Qiuyou herself wrote the fan fiction. Thus, the hashtag #Ning Qiuxiu Produces Her Own Fan Fiction# also trended.

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

So much shame ++++++

Fortunately, the person behind “Moon Landing Supply” stepped forward to clarify, posting on Weibo that they were not Ning Qiuxiu and that the IP could be checked.

Ning Qiuxiu, feeling resigned, was somewhat comforted. If the entire internet believed she wrote that fan fiction, she would have been completely devastated.

With her emotions in turmoil, Ning Qiuxiu couldn’t maintain her composure.

Her Weibo post announcing the relationship was hastily written and sent out.

[Ning Qiuxiu]: This is a response to the relationship news (picture)

The picture Ning Qiuxiu used was from Qingming Festival, where she had taken a photo of herself wearing a grass ring she made after visiting Zhan Qingyue’s father’s grave.

Due to Ning Qiuyou’s poor crafting skills, she couldn’t make a ring as well-crafted as the one made from dogtail grass.

Zhan Qingyue had criticized it, but Ning Qiuxiu had forced him to wear it and take a photo with her.

It was just right to use it now.

Initially, people were too busy enjoying other gossip to pay much attention to Ning Qiuxiu’s relationship announcement.

Since they were already full from the gossip, they weren’t very interested in this post, which mostly received congratulatory messages from fans and industry friends.

However, they were delighted again to see that a rich heir and a wealthy, famous star used a grass ring for their relationship announcement.

【Hahaha, this picture, is it a dogtail grass love?】

【What dogtail grass? This must be an absolutely rare herb worth millions!】

【When the rich are deep enough, they become poor. I believe it】

【You don’t understand. Qiuxiu is telling us that their love is simple and genuine, not based on money, not greedy for luxury, not materialistic. Money is just a backdrop to life (I can’t continue this, sorryorz)】

【Being rich is so great, so great, so great】

…

Ning Qiuxiu didn’t understand how they linked the picture to wealth, but seeing that no one was mentioning her alternate account anymore, she deluded herself into thinking people had forgotten about it and that the incident would soon pass.

On WeChat, Ning Qiuxiu was bombarded with messages from all sides.

Especially from Xu Ya, who was so excited she seemed to have announced her own relationship.

【Yaya: Ahhhh, Mr. Zhan nailed it this time, so impressive and handsome! The key is he took the initiative to protect his wife and publicly announced the relationship. It’s clear he loves you a lot! Ji Weiliang can’t compete now.】

【Yaya: No, Ji Weiliang is totally out of the picture now. This has completely knocked her out!】

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

Comparing like this isn’t good, sister. If Ji Weiliang pulls off some big news next time, she might just explode.

Ning Qiuxiu replied to her friends’ messages and spent the entire afternoon glued to her phone.

However, she noticed that Jingjing, who always showed the most interest in her gossip, hadn’t messaged her.

She wondered if Jingjing was too busy with work or if something else was up.

So, Ning Qiuxiu decided to message her first.

【Ning Qiuxiu: Beep beep beep, your little cutie has arrived~】

Not long after, Jingjing replied.

【Jingjing: QAQ Little cutie, mwah mwah】

【Ning Qiuxiu: You seem a bit guilty. Did you do something to offend me?】

【Jingjing: No, my loyalty to Miss Ning is as clear as day. Sob sob, believe me.】

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

There’s definitely something wrong.

But Ning Qiuxiu couldn’t figure out what the issue might be.

Could Jingjing be the author? It didn’t seem likely, as Jingjing’s style was different from the author’s on Q.

However, if Jingjing were the author, Ning Qiuxiu wouldn’t be too surprised.

After all, among her supporters, Jingjing was second only to herself.

【Ning Qiuxiu: Jingjing, I recently came across a fan fiction about me and Mr. Zhan.】

【Jingjing: …… It wasn’t me who wrote it QAQ】

【Ning Qiuxiu: I didn’t say it was you. No need to deny it so much, Miss Jingjing.】

【Jingjing: I feel like Zhou Yang likes me.】

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

Sister, isn’t that a bit of an abrupt topic change?

But Ning Qiuxiu was interested in this topic too.

【Ning Qiuxiu: Do you like him?】

【Jingjing: I don’t know, it feels a bit strange.】

It’s definitely odd when a rival gives you a hint that they like you.

【Ning Qiuxiu: Zhou Yang is quite nice and excellent. He’s reportedly very popular in Zhuosen. The girls there blush when they see him. Maybe you should give it a try?】

【Jingjing: (shy) Hmm】

【Ning Qiuxiu: By the way, Mr. Zhan said today he wants to find the author of our fan fiction and have a talk about life.】

【Jingjing: …… It really wasn’t me! I swear on my paws.】

【Ning Qiuxiu: Then why are you so nervous?】

【Jingjing: Ahhhh, I promised not to say anything. Miss Ning, sob sob, you’re so kind and compassionate, and you’ve really followed the story with genuine feelings. Could you ask Mr. Zhan not to pursue this further? I know I was wrong and am deeply reflecting and writing an apology!】

Ning Qiuxiu realized that while she didn’t write the fan fiction herself, she might have been involved as a source.

It seemed that Jingjing, who had always been a bit off, was up to something.

Ning Qiuxiu had seen through her.

【Jingjing: I admit I created the super topic…】

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

The super topic for “Moon Landing Supply” had become dominated by the Quixui fans after the public announcement of their relationship.

Ning Qiuxiu checked it today, and it had gained 60,000 new followers, becoming as bustling as a marketplace.

She didn’t know what to say for a moment.

Ending the chat with Jingjing feeling frustrated, Ning Qiuxiu noticed that it was already evening.

In the evening, after work, Zhan Qingyue drove to the Ning family home for dinner.

Ning Qiuxiu’s father finished work at 6 PM, a little later than Zhan Qingyue.

Ning’s mother chatted happily with Zhan Qingyue, and in front of her, Zhan Qingyue was polite and reserved, showing nothing of his true self.

As soon as Ning’s mother went to the kitchen to check on the dinner for her future son-in-law, Zhan Qingyue’s true nature was revealed.

He smiled and patted the seat beside him: “Come over here, Qiuxiu.”

“……” I feel so embarrassed to just move over.

So, Ning Qiuxiu sat next to him.

But as soon as she settled beside Zhan Qingyue, he pulled her onto his lap.

Ning Qiuxiu gasped and pushed him: “Mom will be out soon!”

Sitting on her boyfriend’s lap in front of her mother was even more embarrassing than the scandal.

Her tolerance for embarrassment was already at its limit.

Zhan Qingyue not only ignored her but also placed his hand on her thigh, saying: “Qiuxiu, aren’t you very hands-on and teasing in public?”

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

Of course, she wouldn’t be physically affectionate with Zhan Qingyue in public, but in the novels, she does!

They would both go to Ning Qiuxiu’s movie premiere, touching each other’s thighs and waists, making each other feel longing. Cough, cough.

But what does that have to do with her? Couldn’t he tone down the immersion a bit?

“Stop messing around.” Ning Qiuxiu warned him in a low voice.

Probably due to her nervousness, Zhan Qingyue’s hand on her thigh felt especially pronounced.

The warmth of his hand through her thin stockings made her heartbeat quicken.

When Zhan Qingyue’s hand moved slightly, Ning Qiuxiu instinctively clamped her legs together, then realized her own reaction and turned red.

“You’re so sensitive.” Zhan Qingyue chuckled.

“You jerk!” Ning Qiuxiu pushed him away and stood up, running towards the kitchen, colliding with Ning’s mother who was coming out.

Seeing Ning Qiuxiu’s flushed face, Ning’s mother seemed to understand something.

She pushed her towards the living room with a suggestive glance and said: “You two go ahead, I won’t disturb you.”

Ning Qiuxiu: “？？？”

Go ahead and what, a geoduck?

Zhan Qingyue said: “No disturbance, Qiuxiu and I haven’t talked about anything.”

Just a little touching, that’s all.

Ning’s mother said: “I understand, I understand. I’ll go check if your dad is back.”

Ning Qiuxiu: “……”

What exactly did you understand?

She didn’t get it!

Fortunately, Ning’s father returned home soon.

Zhan Qingyue couldn’t find another opportunity for physical affection.

The family enjoyed a pleasant dinner, and Ning’s mother, upon hearing they were going on vacation abroad in a few days, insisted that Ning Qiuxiu stay and not return home.

If Ning Qiuxiu wasn’t going back, Zhan Qingyue naturally stayed as well, and the family sent over pajamas and a change of clothes.

However, Ning Qiuxiu wished Zhan Qingyue would leave.

After all, he had read that novel and would probably continue teasing her with it.

Also, her room… During the New Year, Ning’s mother had filled one wall with various items.

Since Ning Qiuxiu hadn’t stayed there for long, she hadn’t cleaned it up.

She had no way to convince Zhan Qingyue not to stay, so while he was being pulled by Ning’s father to make tea and chat, she hurried back to her room, tearing down all the clutter and stuffing it under the bed where there was no place to throw it away.

Looking at the room, which was clean and pristine, Ning Qiuxiu clapped her hands, satisfied.

In the evening, the two went to Ning Qiuxiu’s room together.

Although Zhan Qingyue had been to Ning Qiuxiu’s place a few times, it was his first time entering her bedroom.

To Zhan Qingyue’s surprise, Ning Qiuxiu’s room was like a princess’s chamber, with light gold tones, European-style decor, and lots of lace.

It was luxurious and dreamy, very different from the style of Ning Qiuxiu’s room in the Zhan family house.

Zhan Qingyue paused for a moment and said, “It seems I still don’t know you well enough.”

He really didn’t understand. It turned out that Ning Qiuxiu had such a strong girlish heart.

He felt like he might have been unfair to her.

“No, no, this was just a hobby from my teenage years. My tastes have changed now, hahaha.” Ning Qiuxiu chuckled awkwardly.

The room was entirely decorated according to the previous owner’s tastes.

When Ning Qiuxiu first moved in, she found it very princess-like and even a bit exciting, but she was used to a more conservative (and budget-friendly) style, so she never quite felt at ease in such a luxurious room.

“Well, now you’re the ‘Lord Autumn.’”

“……” Can we not bring up this joke?

However, after a day of embarrassment, Ning Qiuxiu’s sense of shame seemed to have undergone a transformation.

She wasn’t very embarrassed anymore and even asked him, “So, did you really read that fan fiction?”

“I skimmed through it.”

Ning Qiuxiu became interested: “What did you think? Share your thoughts, big shot!”

She was genuinely curious about Zhan Qingyue’s reaction to reading fan fiction about himself, especially with such an outrageous setting.

She thought it was shocking, and Zhan Qingyue must have found it even more so.

Zhan Qingyue’s lips twitched, and he tapped her head: “Go take a shower.”

How stingy.

Ning Qiuxiu rubbed the spot where he tapped her, grabbed her clothes, and went to the bathroom.

The original owner had a little princess inside her, and even the bathtub in the bathroom was a light pink, looking very cute.

She filled the bathtub with water and had just taken off her clothes, leaving only her underwear, when the bathroom door suddenly slid open.

The bathroom door in her room was a sliding door without a lock.

Zhan Qingyue walked in.

“……” Damn it, this guy must be doing this on purpose!

Even though she was already exposed, Ning Qiuxiu instinctively crossed her arms over her chest.

Seeing her reaction, Zhan Qingyue chuckled: “It’s not like it’s inappropriate. Why cover up so much?”

“……” Inappropriate, inappropriate, inappropriate. Ning Qiuxiu repeated the words in her mind.

It was true, but Mr. Zhan, your mouth is a bit too sharp!

Ning Qiuxiu glared at him: “If you’re so capable, go find a bigger one.”

“No need,” Zhan Qingyue said, “yours is just right.”

That’s more like it.

As Ning Qiuxiu was feeling pleased, she saw Zhan Qingyue starting to take off his clothes and immediately became alert: “What, what are you doing?”

“Bathroom play,” Zhan Qingyue said seriously, using a term he had just learned today.

Ning Qiuxiu: “？？？”