It was Ning Xiaoyu’s first time seeing the movie king dressed like this. To be honest, the moment he appeared just now, it felt like a male lead from a Korean drama had stepped out of the screen and into reality.

【This is where that special snowy-day BGM should start playing.】

【And what a coincidence, snow is falling in the capital! Black coat, black sweater, black leather shoes— he had the full standard outfit of a Kdrama male lead! With snow swirling through the air, the romantic atmosphere hit its peak!】

Before long, the other guests arrived.

The moment they saw the movie king in his new style, everyone looked slightly stunned.

After all, wasn’t this why Lu Jingdu was called the movie king?

Normally, when an average person changes their outfit, they still feel like the same person and there isn’t much change in their aura.

There was rarely that striking ‘wow’ moment that made you want to scream in excitement.

But the movie king was different.

He was still Lu Jingdu, but his aura, his clothes, and his overall vibe— they had all shifted noticeably.

He was, undeniably, still himself. But something about him had changed, enough to make people want to scream like fangirls.

Shen Yueyue broke the silence, “So…… shall we head out now?”

Ning Xiaoyu gave a soft “Mm.”

Shen Yueyue continued cautiously, “Then where are we going?”

Lu Jingdu glanced at Ning Xiaoyu and said, “Let’s go out to sea.”

In Ning Yuwei’s earlier example, there had been a case where Liu Shuyi and Pei Yi went out to sea together.

Hearing the rare Kdrama-style gentle tone in the movie king’s voice, Xi Rui couldn’t help but munch on the gossip. “Out to sea to see the snow?”

“Yes.”

Xi Rui pursed her lips. So everything Liu Shuyi had, Ning Xiaoyu was getting too? Thinking that but still in gossip mode, she asked, “Then…… a yacht?”

Lu Jingdu replied, “Yes.”

【The movie king is stepping up his game!】

【This gentle vibe is lethal.】

【I’m used to seeing the aloof movie king, and now he’s suddenly a warm Kdrama male lead? I can’t handle this!】

【Girls, his smile is so sweet! No wonder he has so many fans! I’m switching from a passerby to a fan right now!】

On the other side, Liu Shuyi’s group had originally planned to head to a mountain to view the snow. But when they heard that the other group was going out to sea for it, Liu Shuyi changed her mind.

“Let’s go to sea too.”

And so, both groups set out from the same place and headed for the same sea.

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Naturally, the movie king’s yacht was nothing short of impressive. In fact, even Liu Shuyi’s yacht looked somewhat inferior next to his.

Viewing the snowfall from the sea had its own unique charm.

Snowflakes danced through the sky. All around was a vast expanse of white.

Standing on the deck against the wind was a true test of endurance as the cold wind stung like needles against their faces.

But the view made it all worth it.

Watching the snow fall over the ocean somehow made everything feel even more romantic.

Lu Jingdu stood tall with both hands tucked in the pockets of his black coat. Snowflakes landed softly on his hair, and before long, his whole body was dusted in white.

He turned back to Ning Xiaoyu with a smile, his beautiful eyes seemingly glowing with light. “It’s a bit cold. Let’s go inside.”

【???】

【This is love, isn’t it? It has to be love!】

【He’s got us completely wrapped around his finger!】

【Damn it! From aloof movie king to warm Kdrama male lead. It’s a seamless transition without a hint of awkwardness!】

【Is this the magic of a movie king? I’m totally smitten!】

Everyone slipped inside the yacht. Unlike outside, it was warm and cozy inside.

They sat with the heater on, snacked on fruit, drank fruit tea, and played cards— completely at ease.

Since it was a livestream, the guests didn’t go all out.

Just some light fun.

Maybe it was the warmth, but Ning Xiaoyu got sleepy quickly. After playing for just two rounds, she flopped onto the side like a salted fish and dozed off.

When she woke up, the other four guests were still excitedly playing a game of ‘staring contest.’

She checked the time. It was already close to noon.

Lunchtime.

Ning Xiaoyu stood up and asked, “What’s for lunch?”

“How about German food?”

The voice was clear and youthful, refreshing and clean.

Yet somehow, it sounded unfamiliar.

Ning Xiaoyu instinctively looked toward the voice, expecting to see some staff member she didn’t recognize, only to find that it was the movie king, now in a completely different outfit.

〖Love System: Ahhhh! He changed again! The movie king’s OS^[1]overlapping sound; internal monologue: I can be whatever style you like, so you’ll never get tired of me! Me: This is too much stimulation!〗

Ning Xiaoyu: “???”

Unlike the gentle Kdrama vibe from that morning, the movie king now wore a black bomber jacket and matching cotton trousers. His hair had been trimmed shorter, and the color changed to a bold platinum blonde. He looked just like a college student— fresh, clean-cut, and boyish.

【College boys, forever supreme!】

【Who doesn’t love a college boy? With that face, he’d be the campus heartthrob at any university.】

【Seriously, who can resist this?! I’m asking— WHO CAN RESIST THIS?!】

【Lu Jingdu has been in the industry for years and never took a campus idol drama role. I always thought it was a pity. But now, in this variety show, my dream has come true. It’s perfect. Absolutely perfect.】

【First time seeing him with platinum hair. He used to always keep it black and said he didn’t like dyeing it. Simple, convenient. He must really like her if he’s willing to dye it now. Brother, I won’t unfollow you— I’ll only send you blessings. Wishing you happiness.】

【Wuuwuuwuu, I suddenly feel like crying. I don’t even know why.】

Lu Jingdu had one hand in his pocket while spinning his car key with the other. His strikingly handsome face carried a hint of playful mischief as he smiled. “So? Shall we go now?”

The other guests: (⊙o⊙)

〖Love System: Ahhhhh!!!〗

Ning Xiaoyu nodded. “Let’s go. I’ve never had German food before.”

Lu Jingdu’s smile deepened, and his platinum blond hair shone even more dazzlingly than the morning sun. “Then make sure you savor it later.”

Ning Xiaoyu and Lu Jingdu walked ahead, while the other guests followed behind.

Shen Yueyue placed her right hand over her chest and pulled an exaggerated expression. “Is this the sour stench of love?”

Xi Rui looked amused. She sniffed the air and joked, “Sour stench? It smells pretty sweet to me.”

Shen Yueyue let out a dramatic sigh. “He’s just too good at this.”

Once the movie king started stepping up his game, no one else stood a chance.

In terms of presence, who could outshine the movie king?

After all, that face of his was the very pinnacle of attractiveness.

Xi Rui burst into laughter. Taking advantage of the fact that the cameraman wasn’t paying attention, and their conversation wouldn’t be heard by the audience, she teased with a smile, “Our salted fish queen hasn’t awakened to love yet.”

She whispered a word of encouragement to Lu Jingdu.

Go for it, Movie King.

Once you’ve played through most of the popular boyfriend tropes that girls adore, you should be very, very close to success!

So far, you’ve only done two personas. Keep it up— go, go, go!

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After leaving the yacht, the guests spotted a bright yellow sports car parked nearby. Although Lu Jingdu was dressed rather lightly, he stayed indoors most of the time. Wearing only a black jacket didn’t seem to be a problem.

Lu Jingdu pressed the car key, and moments later, the door slowly opened.

He tilted his head toward the car. “Come on, I’ll take you.”

【Got it. This time he’s playing the rich college guy, always ready to take you for a ride, cheer you up, take you out to relax.】

【I can’t handle this, Girls. I’m falling hard!】

【That platinum hair is such a bonus! Especially on someone with a stunning face! A new hair color really does change everything.】

【So jealous of the salted fish queen!】

【Climbing back the wall. It smells better here! Wuuwuuwuu.】

Ning Xiaoyu looked at the bright yellow sports car and said, “But this car only has two seats.”

Shen Yueyue, trailing a few steps behind, laughed. “No worries, we’ll ride with the production team. We’re heading to that German restaurant nearby, right?”

Lu Jingdu nodded. “Yeah.”

Shen Yueyue showed herself to be tactful. “Alright then, see you later.”

The cameraman reminded her, “Xiaoyu, don’t forget to stream from your phone later.”

Since there was only space for two people, he couldn’t ride along, which meant he couldn’t livestream either. They’d have to switch to another method.

Ning Xiaoyu nodded and started a livestream on her Douyin account. She held up her phone and signaled to the cameraman. “It’s on.”

After getting into the car, Lu Jingdu casually helped her buckle her seatbelt and asked, “Want some music?”

Ning Xiaoyu nodded. “Sure.”

During this whole time, her ears had been filled with excited screaming.

〖Love System: Aaaah! The movie king looks insanely hot in this look!

Full marks for the details! He’s so attentive!

Damn, I didn’t want to be charmed either, but he’s driving with one hand!〗

Ning Xiaoyu hadn’t noticed at first. But once the system pointed it out, she instinctively glanced over at Lu Jingdu’s hand.

Sure enough, he was steering with one hand.

Unlike the love system, which was going nuts with excitement, Ning Xiaoyu just calmly reminded him, “You should still be careful when driving.”

【???】

【Steel-Straight Girl · Salted Fish Queen, confirmed!】

【He’s driving with one hand! Isn’t that cool? Paired with the car logo, it’s totally cool! Super cool! And yet Xiao Yu is just tuned into a different frequency.】

【I’m dying laughing. Seriously. The movie king probably just wanted to show off a little. Driving with one hand totally fits the rich college heartthrob vibe. But our salted fish queen? She doesn’t care one bit!】

【Though honestly, Salted Fish Queen, in this situation, driving one-handed is fine! Totally safe!】

Lu Jingdu’s smile flared brightly at her words. The car interior was dim, but his grin seemed to light up the whole narrow space.

“It’s fine. I’m not going fast. Besides……”

Ning Xiaoyu let out a soft “Hm?” indicating she was listening.

The young man’s voice was clean and clear, tinged with the self-assuredness of youth, “You should trust my skills.”

【???】

【What skills? Say it clearly! We won’t mind the extra traffic!】

【This…… Did he just suddenly start ‘driving^[2]talking about or implying something sexual or explicit, especially in a playful or teasing way’?】

【Yeah, he’s ‘driving’— literally.】

【LMAO.】

〖Love System: Aaaah! I really want to witness the movie king’s skills!〗

Ning Xiaoyu: “???”

〖Love System: Driving skills! Driving, okay! Girl, what are you thinking?〗

Ning Xiaoyu: “……”

Who’s the one with the dirty mind here?

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Elsewhere, Ning Yuwei had only just learned that Lu Jingdu had switched personas twice today.

First, he played a gentle Kdrama male lead, wearing a stylish long black coat and walking through heavy snow with his hands in his pockets. It was enough to make anyone’s heart race.

Then, he became a platinum-haired rich college student. It was an archetype that could sweep girls off their feet regardless of age.

No matter the role, he slipped into character so naturally that it felt like he was that person.

But in reality, outside of acting, Lu Jingdu had always kept his emotions tightly restrained. His expressions were cold and distant.

Whether on or off screen, he had never dyed his hair.

Yet today, he had dyed it platinum blond.

Could Ning Xiaoyu be Lu Jingdu’s one exception— his preference?

Just thinking about it made Ning Yuwei’s chest tighten with frustration.

At that moment, Pei Xin smiled warmly and said, “Shuyi, what do you want for lunch?”

Pei Yi chimed in, “How about German food too?”

Liu Shuyi had once felt a little smug about having two guys fawning over her.

What girl didn’t have a bit of vanity?

Who didn’t want to be pampered and treated like a little princess?

But after seeing Lu Jingdu in his various personas, Liu Shuyi suddenly felt that the movie king was just too irresistible, while Pei Yi and Pei Xin didn’t seem quite as appealing anymore.