Top Chinese celebrity: Debuted from Running Man

Chapter 232 Surprise VS Shock? (3k Update)
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As soon as the group stepped out the door, they were met with blinding sunlight and a huge psychological letdown.

A stretched Lincoln gleamed with a luxurious, aloof luster in the sunlight;
On the other side, a weathered old van, its body covered in scratches, sat forlornly by the potholes of the dirt road, creating a stark contrast.

"This is our car?!"

Teacher He was the first to exclaim in surprise, pointing incredulously at the dilapidated van, her mouth agape as if she could fit an egg in it, "Is it really safe to sit in here? Can this door even be closed?"

"Good heavens! Do we really need to make this special?"

Ning Jing's voice rose eight octaves as she stood with her hands on her hips, circling the van with a look of disgust. "What's the difference between this van and a complete wreck?"

"I don't want to ride this bus, it's terrifying!"

Ouyang Nana and Zhang Hanyun also looked distressed; these pampered young girls had never seen anything like this before.

In contrast,
"Looks like we're actually pretty lucky."

Amidst the gloom and despair, Gu Qing's popular group was filled with joy and happiness.

Gu Qing first left the red stall and went to the car door, opening the door in advance.

Looking back,
Because apart from the red carpet, the ground was uneven and full of potholes, making it extremely difficult to walk on in high heels.

This was nothing short of a disaster for a group of female celebrities dressed in gorgeous gowns and high heels.

Brigitte Lin has managed to maintain her elegance through years of experience on stage, but she walks with great caution.

The others were even more disheveled, stumbling and swaying as if they were learning to walk.

Xie Na, wearing sky-high heels, felt like she was walking on a knife's edge with every step; she stumbled.
If Zhao Liying, who was also struggling but trying her best to hold up her skirt, hadn't reacted quickly and grabbed her, she would have almost fallen to her knees on the spot.

"Gu Qing—come quickly and save your sister! Someone's going to die!"

Xie Na was still in shock and screamed for help, her voice trembling.

"Sister Na, don't move, I'll be right there."

Gu Qingzheng gently supported Lin Qingxia's elbow, while his other arm was steadily raised to block the top edge of the car door to prevent her from bumping her head, which looked very considerate and gentle.

In reality, Gu Qing had been tricked by the school into working as a hotel concierge when she first started her internship, so she was quite skilled at it.

At least, he's better off than his classmates who were sold into 'factories'.

Gu Qing, who had transformed into a "troop transport commander," was extremely efficient, sending the shy Yang Yuying and the generous Zhu Ying onto the vehicle one after another.

On the red carpet, Xie Na and Zhao Liying, supporting each other and swaying precariously, gaze longingly at Gu Qing outside the red carpet, waiting for rescue; the scene is somewhat comical.

"Why don't you two wear flats instead of high heels?"

Gu Qing came back to them and, seeing their disheveled appearance, couldn't help but tease them.

"It's for the sake of looking good! We can't lose in terms of presence, don't you understand!" Xie Na retorted stubbornly, trying her best to straighten her back.

"Yes, do you understand?" Zhao Liying repeated herself.

“But you two walked away without any style, like two penguins.” Gu Qing said, both amused and exasperated.

During the bickering,
Gu Qing stepped between the two. Zhao Liying and Xie Na immediately grasped at him like a lifeline, each placing an arm tightly on his shoulder.
Zhao Liying held Gu Qing's other hand, while Xie Na supported his arm.

The two young actresses walked unsteadily and shakily towards the car, like seventy-year-old grandmothers.

They successfully got the two people into the car.

After several trips, the sun was scorching hot.

The exquisitely crafted, fully-covering dragon-patterned coat and dress that Gu Qing was wearing had become a burden at this moment.

Sweat soaked the stray hairs on his forehead, sliding down his defined jawline. His handsome face was slightly flushed from the sun, like fine white jade tinged with the glow of the sunset.

Gu Qing got on the bus.

A powerful blast of cool air hit the car, bringing a refreshing sensation. I felt a sense of relief and turned to close the car door.

"Clap clap-"

A burst of crisp applause rang out.

With her exceptionally high emotional intelligence, Brigitte Lin smiled and led the applause, her eyes filled with gratitude and concern: "Thank you, our handsome young Gu Qing, you've really worked hard today."

She immediately noticed Gu Qing's sunburned face and sweat-dampened temples, and a wave of maternal tenderness washed over her. "Oh dear, look how red your little face is, you must be so hot!"

As she spoke, she picked up a glass of chilled champagne from the table, leaned forward slightly, and handed it to him.

"Sister Qingxia, my brother doesn't drink alcohol, do you have any water?"

Zhao Liying, who was standing next to Gu Qing, blurted it out almost without thinking.

She was holding a small folding fan and fanning Gu Qing with great effort, her cheeks slightly flushed from the effort.

"Yes, yes." Yang Yuying, who was sitting in the back row, quickly responded, bent down and took out a bottle of cold mineral water from the small refrigerator next to her seat, and handed it over.

"Haha, Gu Qing is still a child, he can't drink our adult stuff."

Xie Na smiled as she took the water bottle, made a joke, and then handed it to Zhao Liying next to her.

But then, she looked down and rummaged through her bag in the car, quickly pulling out a pack of wet wipes, tearing it open, and handing a few sheets to Zhao Liying: "Here, look at how sweaty Gu Qing is." Zhao Liying took the wet wipes, and almost instinctively turned to the side, tilting her round, chubby face up to wipe the sweat from Gu Qing's forehead.

The moment the tissue touched Zhao Liying's skin, Gu Qing gently pressed down on her wrist, smoothly and naturally taking the tissue from her, his smile a mixture of helplessness and complaint:
"Sister Liying, I'm not a child anymore, you don't need to take such good care of me."

As he wiped the sweat from his forehead and neck, he added, "Besides, it's not that I don't drink alcohol, it's just that I don't like the taste of alcohol. If it tasted like fruit juice or soda, I would definitely drink it."

"Gu Qing," Lin Qingxia chuckled, "Compared to us, you're definitely a child. How old are you this year?"

"Twenty," Gu Qing answered readily.

"Look,"

Lin Qingxia's smile deepened, revealing a touch of kindness. "My eldest daughter is older than you."

"Twenty years old..."

Yang Yuying's soft, Wu-dialect voice rang out at the opportune moment, carrying a dreamlike, gentle sigh, "'Truly, the best years of youth...'"

She tilted her head slightly, her gaze falling on Gu Qing.

The air seemed to be filled with the sound of the guzheng.
She began her signature "praise mode".
"Before today, I had only ever seen one person with both beauty and a heroic spirit: Sister Qingxia."
Gu Qing, I think you also possess this magical quality. Your features are so exquisite, like they were drawn with a paintbrush, with a delicate beauty unique to women.

But your eyes, your demeanor, are so clean and decisive; you really have the potential to become the next Qingxia.

Her praise was sincere and enthusiastic, and it didn't sound like she was joking.

"The handsome young man doesn't look like me,"

Lin Qingxia then made a surprising statement. She shook her head slightly, her eyes filled with reminiscence and a hint of emotion, "He's actually a bit like 'Brother'."

The "brother" she mentioned was naturally the superstar who once swept across Asia.

Given her seniority and the relationship, it's natural that she could address and praise him so affectionately.

She carefully examined Gu Qing. The young man was dressed in a pure white Hanfu with dragon patterns. He had a gentle and refined temperament, full of ancient charm, and was still dazzling in the somewhat simple carriage.

"Hmm...they do have a similar vibe in terms of temperament. As for their appearance..."

She paused, smiled slightly, and with the frankness of an elder, said, "You're even more 'pretty' than your brother; he's not as good-looking as you."

These words shocked everyone in the carriage.

"Sister Qingxia, I am far behind my brother in terms of what he has achieved. He is the real senior."

Gu Qing dared not respond to that.

If his fans knew this, they'd probably tear him apart.

Although he is famous,
But compared to those who have been 'deified,' even Uncle Jackie can't compete.

Now, it's a group of people who believe that...

Back then, my brother was even more popular than Uncle Jackie.

"Young man, try harder!"

Lin Qingxia noticed his nervousness and smiled to comfort him, cleverly changing the subject, "It's always good to have a goal to surpass. At least, when I was your age, I wasn't nearly as famous as you are now."

As she spoke, she beckoned to Gu Qing with great interest, "Hey handsome, come here for a second. I like your outfit more and more the more I look at it. It's so stylish."

I need to take a picture with you so I can show it off to my daughters and make them really jealous.

The limousine drove smoothly, still some distance from its destination.

Gu Qingyi got up and walked from the doorway to the back seat.

Although the carriage was spacious, his tall and upright figure still attracted everyone's attention as he moved.

Yang Yuying quickly moved over to make room for Gu Qing, her face flushed with a mixture of anticipation and embarrassment. She asked softly, "After Sister Qingxia finishes taking her picture, can I...can I take a picture with you too?"

"Of course, Sister Ganggang." Gu Qing sat down next to her, her smile warm and sincere, without any airs.

"I want my nest too! I want my nest too!"

Zixia Fairy, sitting diagonally opposite, also wanted to take a photo with them.

Seeing this scene,
"Tsk, tsk, tsk,"

Xie deliberately dragged out her words and nudged Zhao Liying beside her with her elbow, "'Look, look at Gu Qing's charm. She's captivating men, women, young and old. Even Sister Qingxia is mesmerized.'"

Sister Zhao was a little embarrassed by Xie Na's teasing, but she tried to remain calm and retorted, "Sister Na, were you 'killed' too?"

"Of course I got killed. I want to take a picture with Gu Qing when she comes back."

Xie Na wasn't afraid of that at all. She tilted her head and smiled at Zhao Liying, even raising an eyebrow deliberately, "Do you want it?"

"I……"

Zhao Liying was speechless at her question. Looking at Gu Qing, who was surrounded by her sisters and was warm and dazzling, the words "Of course" stuck in her throat, and she couldn't say anything for a moment.

Can't you tone down your charm a bit?!
She now understands why many female celebrities who marry wealthy men are confined to their homes.

Who wouldn't love having this 'canary' outside!
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(P.S.: Adding another chapter)
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