Reboot the heyday

"You can't do it like this!"

Xiaoyu sighed as she looked at Cheng Ticao curled up on the sofa, then went over and completely opened the curtains.

Sunlight streamed in, illuminating the entire living room, as well as the empty beverage bottles scattered haphazardly on the coffee table, the half-eaten takeout containers, and a mobile phone with its screen still lit up.

A two-meter charging cable is connected to the phone, which allows Cheng Gymnastics to play mobile games at high intensity.

If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, it would be hard to believe that this guy was once an idol, and a very famous one at that.

"Look at this mess you've made." Sister Xiaoyu bent down and put the takeout box into the trash bag, her movements swift and efficient, but she didn't stop talking: "The director of that variety show called me last time, saying that you were spacing out during filming, and you didn't react when the camera was on you. They didn't include it in the footage out of respect for you, but they also subtly told me that they would have to consider the advertisers' requirements for future collaborations."

Cheng Ticao buried her face in the cushions, her voice muffled: "Then I won't go."

"Not going?" Sister Xiaoyu straightened up, holding a trash bag in her hand, and looked at the slumped figure on the sofa: "Xiaoxiao, do you know how many gigs you have left? Zero. Not a single one. I had to swallow my pride and beg for this variety show, and you're saying you won't go?"

Cheng Gymnastics didn't say anything.

It's not that Cheng Gymnastics is heartless, but the series of contrasts is just too great, making her feel like giving up on herself.

Commonly known as "laissez-faire".

Xiaoyu put the trash bag by the door, walked back, and sat down on the sofa opposite Cheng Ticao. She looked at Cheng Ticao, paused for a few seconds, and then softened her voice: "Xiaoxiao, what's wrong with you? You weren't like this before."

before.

This word was like a needle, piercing the softest spot in Cheng Ticao's heart. She lifted her face from the cushion, her eyes red and swollen, her hair a mess, and there were marks left by the cushion on her face.

There is no such thing as true empathy in this world.

Although Sister Xiaoyu knew about Cheng Ticao's current career setback, she actually had some other guesses. From her perspective, Cheng Ticao was probably heartbroken.

Who is the reason for being heartbroken?
Xiaoyu didn't know anything about Wang Taika; she thought it was someone else.

"Is it about relationships?" Xiaoyu asked tentatively, "Have you been in contact with that person since last time?"

Cheng Ticao tilted her head: "Who is it?"

Xiaoyu said, "It's that one from the very beginning. I thought you seemed really interested in her before. I remember she was from your previous school? Or someone like that. Weren't you two close?"

"Oh, him?" Cheng Ticao shook her head. "He's gone."

As Cheng Gicao's agent, Xiaoyu was unaware of the progress of this matter and did not handle any crisis management related to the relationship. This shows that the person who pursued Cheng Gicao was of good character and did not do anything backstabbing.

This makes it even stranger.

"Isn't that person a good person?" Xiaoyu asked.

"Yeah, it's pretty good." Cheng Ticao said listlessly, "But...yes, he's pretty good, so why do I feel like it's meaningless? It's supposed to be a sweet romance, right?"

This whole thing is pretty absurd.

Cheng Ticao decided to return to China to develop her career and also made some harsh remarks to Wang Taika. Her decision to give up at that time was based on a different kind of confidence.

There was someone truly outstanding—excellent in family background, education, career, and appearance, with no apparent flaws—who pursued Cheng Gymnastics. Cheng Gymnastics was also willing to give him a chance.

However, when she actually tried to enter into a relationship, Cheng Ticao was greatly disappointed. She discovered that feelings are actually very difficult to cultivate. If all external factors are thresholds, then once those thresholds are crossed, the most elusive thing becomes the most important.

This thing is a feeling.

So things progressed to holding hands, and when they were about to kiss under the fireworks, Cheng Gymnastics fled in panic. And then everything just fizzled out.

Of course, it's all in the past now, so there's no point in bringing it up again. Anyway, this incident turned Cheng Ticao's longing for a relationship into a burden for a long time.

Actually, there were many more things Cheng Gymnastics didn't say. These words were too sentimental, sounding like lines from an idol drama, not something a real adult should say.

But that's just how reality is.

After that person, Cheng Gymnastics actually encountered other men who pursued her. Some were kind to her, some had ulterior motives, and some just wanted to sleep with a K-pop idol. But regardless of their sincerity, none of them could even take the step of holding hands.

Because no one could make Cheng Gymnastics feel interested, have expectations for the unknown, or feel that even with anxieties, she still couldn't help but get closer.

No, none at all.

Therefore, in terms of relationships, Cheng Gymnastics faced failure after returning to China. This failure even preceded her complete career failure.

After her career plummeted, Cheng Ticao felt the chill of being forgotten. This change even directly affected her social circle.

While many still admire Cheng Tiao, these individuals have evolved from promising young talents and social elites into people with ulterior motives, seeking to engage in underhanded dealings or exchanges of favors. Examples include certain industry leaders and high-ranking executives in entertainment companies.

The failure of her career also lowered Cheng Gymnastics' status in the industry. Many people she used to look down on now actually think they can try to pick up her coattails. She's practically a fallen phoenix, worse off than a chicken.

It's a vicious cycle, getting worse and worse.

So Cheng Gymnastics simply gave up. Anyway, she wouldn't starve. She just stayed home every day, eating, waiting to die, and playing games. She felt pretty good about it.

Originally, in order to cater to the domestic aesthetic of "fair, thin, and young", Cheng Gymnastics forced herself to lose weight, which directly made her body so thin that it became deformed, resulting in the loss of all her characteristics and turning her into an ordinary internet celebrity.

But because of this period of slacking off, not working, eating takeout every day, and playing games in bed, Cheng Ticao has returned to her previous slightly chubby figure.

This can be considered a blessing in disguise, allowing Cheng Gymnastics to regain her peak appearance.

But the wounds in her heart can never be healed. Moreover, Cheng Gymnastics' previous scandalous actions have made it impossible for her to continue working in the domestic entertainment industry.

Cheng Gymnastics' popularity has collapsed to the point that she's considered fourth or fifth-rate even in the online celebrity world, let alone in the entertainment industry.

"Sister Xiaoyu," Cheng Ticao sighed as she recalled the past, "Do you think I made the wrong choice?"

Xiaoyu was taken aback for a moment: "What did you choose wrong? There are many things involved, and it's not your fault."

Cheng Ticao said helplessly, "I'm not referring to men, I'm talking about career! Everything! Everything. I made the wrong choice from the very beginning."

"Oh, don't think too much about it!" Sister Xiaoyu changed the subject, turned on the TV, and said, "Come on, let's change the mood. Let's see if there are any good shows lately. Even if we're at home, it won't stop us from learning acting skills. Let me see what's on."

The TV was turned on, and Xiaoyu kept changing channels. However, Cheng Gicao's TV was also connected to the computer, and very rarely would Cheng Gicao play computer games.

Because I was connected to a computer, an entertainment news notification suddenly popped up on the TV.

"Entertainment Headlines: Breaking News from Japanese and Korean Film and Television: The Korean drama 'Scarlet Heart' is confirmed to be remade, tentatively titled 'Moon Lovers'! The female lead has been announced: renowned actress IU will play the lead role of Hae Soo."

"It is rumored that IU recently finished her tour in Japan and has returned to Korea to participate in the filming of a drama."

Yoona, a member of a well-known South Korean idol group, recently attended a fashion event in Hong Kong Island and stated in an interview that she will be participating in film and television shooting in mainland China soon. It is currently uncertain whether it will be a cameo role or a leading role.

"It is reported that Yoona has suspended her plans to enter the mainland entertainment market since 'God of War Zhao Yun', which has disappointed her fans."

"Entertainment Sector: Song, a returning actress, graces the cover of the latest issue of Harper's BAZAAR magazine."

Cheng Gymnastics was somewhat defensive: "Turn off the TV!" (End of Chapter)