Top Chinese celebrity: Debuted from Running Man

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"Hurry up! What are you sitting there for? Get moving!"

Realizing the seriousness of the situation, Da Mimi was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, with a fine layer of sweat even seeping from her forehead.

Forgetting her usual elegant demeanor, she sprang up from the sofa, not even bothering to put on her soft slippers, her bare, fair feet exposed.
I stomped my feet on the cool, polished marble floor and rushed toward the handbag not far away.

She quickly found her phone, her fingers even trembling slightly with anxiety as she unlocked the screen.

"Sister Honey, I..."

Dilraba was still caught in a huge wave of guilt and confusion, her mind buzzing. Sitting on the sofa, she felt lost and helpless, watching Yang Mi's flustered figure, unsure of what to do.

"Contact your team! Contact your PR team immediately!!"

Yang Mi almost couldn't help but raise her voice, her sweet, sheep-like voice sounding sharp with urgency.

Holding her phone in one hand and waving it vigorously with the other, she tried to wake Dilraba from her daze. "Daba! My little darling! Before Gu Qing's fan army reacts, before they dig up that protective footage and turn their anger on you, we must seize the initiative!"

Immediately! Right now!
Have your team draft a sincere statement for you, emphasizing your belated realization, your guilt, and your self-blame!
We must also emphasize our deepest gratitude to Gu Qing for his timely help and silent protection. Do you understand?

This is the golden time for crisis public relations!

At this moment, Da Mi Mi's peach blossom eyes no longer held the usual charm or scheming, but were filled with genuine panic and worry.

She knew all too well the power of public opinion and the fighting spirit of Gu Qing's fans.

The little flower that I had painstakingly nurtured and was about to stand firm.

If, because of this "unintentional mistake" and "slow reaction," they are labeled as "ungrateful" and "causing injury to a top star,"

Then his public image and career prospects would truly be in jeopardy!

She absolutely refused to allow the roses she had carefully nurtured to suffer such frost before they had fully bloomed!
As a female celebrity in the entertainment industry who is adept at marketing hype and generating buzz, no one understands the terrifying power of fans' emotions better than Yang Mi.

That is enough to burn away all reason, magnifying any minor flaw into an unforgivable sin.

"Oh... okay, okay! Honey, I'll call right away!"

Dilraba was completely jolted awake by Yang Mi's unprecedented anxiety and realized that the seriousness of the situation far exceeded her imagination.

She frantically grabbed her phone.

At this moment, Dilraba's mind was still a complete mess, as if it were filled with tangled threads.

But clearer than the chaos was the constantly replaying image—Gu Qing's swiftly outstretched hand, placed between her forehead and the cold iron bars.

It was his glaringly red and swollen middle finger when he accepted the popcorn chicken; it was his kind and gentle smile when he casually said, "I bumped into something by accident"...

How could there be such a person?
He's Gu Qing!

They are currently the most sought-after and recognized top-tier celebrities in the Chinese entertainment industry, with a leading commercial value that makes them highly sought-after by countless investors and projects.

In this extremely realistic, even feudal, entertainment industry, star power is almost directly equivalent to privilege and status.

Because of their low status, they deserve to be subservient to others and suffer cold looks and neglect.

Someone of Gu Qing's stature should be the center of attention, surrounded by admirers and treated with utmost care and deference.

Even the company's own shrewd and profit-driven executives, upon hearing that "Gu Qing might be in the role," instantly changed their expressions.
They would rather halt the entire "Three Lives Three Worlds" project for two months and bear huge losses than not wait.

This is the absolute power of the top influencers.

But he... did it for an artist he wasn't very familiar with, no, he had never even met before.

Even in the blink of an eye, he made that protective move.

afterwards,

Without a single complaint, without letting anyone know, she silently endured the pain, and even comforted those who inquired about her condition...

He didn't think much of it, considering it just a small favor.

Not worth mentioning?
still is……

Dilraba rubbed her cheeks vigorously, trying to dispel the chaotic thoughts and the deeper, inexplicable emotions.

Urged repeatedly by Yang Mi, she finally dialed the number of her executive agent.

Speaking rapidly but as clearly as possible, she recounted the unexpected incident that occurred during the recording, Gu Qing's protection, her own belated realization, and the potential risks on the internet today.
A concise summary was given so that the team could draft a suitable statement as soon as possible.

And on the other side,
Yang Mi wasn't idle either.

She quickly opened her WeChat chat with Gu Qing, her fingers flying across the screen as she sent a series of messages that bore her distinctive personal style:

"Little brother! How's your hand?! Is it serious?"
"When I saw your finger was swollen on the show, my heart ached! Does it hurt?"

Why didn't you tell your sister?

My sister knows a really good orthopedic specialist in Shanghai who is especially good at treating these kinds of impact injuries and soft tissue contusions!
Should I arrange a car to take you to see a doctor tomorrow? We absolutely can't be careless; what if it causes lasting problems?

"Little brother, that girl Dilraba is so silly. She was so scared that she didn't even realize that you had shielded her with your hand. She thought the railing was acting as a buffer!"
Now that I know the truth, I feel so guilty that I'm almost in tears and can barely speak.

On her behalf, I want to sincerely thank you!
Thank you so much, little brother!

Yang Mi fully utilized her high emotional intelligence and linguistic skills, using a sweet, caring, slightly coquettish, and sincere tone.
He tried to express his gratitude and concern for Gu Qing in a comprehensive way, in order to minimize any unpleasantness or estrangement Gu Qing might feel because of this matter.

She knew that calming Gu Qing's emotions was a key step in quelling the anger of potential fans.

Unfortunately, her message, as always, went unanswered.

The chat window remained silent; there was no "typing" message or reply.

Yang Mi stared at the screen, waiting and waiting, feeling a sense of powerlessness and frustration for the first time in this proactive and "sincere" communication.

She choked back a sob, feeling somewhat discouraged, and leaned against the sofa armrest.

Having lived this long, she has used her beauty, intelligence, and cunning to her advantage in front of men—whether industry leaders, business partners, or suitors.
Always so adept at handling things, when had I ever waited for a response with such humility and trepidation?

What's more, the other party was a "younger brother" who was ten years younger than her!
This feeling of being humiliated was both novel and frustrating for her.

And at this moment,
"Honey Sister! Honey Sister, come quick! It's online...online!"

Sitting on the sofa, Dilraba suddenly cried out in a panicked voice, her hands holding the phone trembling slightly.

"What happened now?!"

Yang Mi's heart skipped a beat, and her heartbeat, which had just calmed down a little, started racing again.

She had a very bad feeling and rushed back to the sofa, getting close to Dilraba's phone screen.

I only glanced at it.
Yang Mi felt a sudden darkness before her eyes, stumbled, and fell heavily back onto the soft sofa.

She tilted her head back, closed her usually bright and expressive eyes, and let out a long, weary breath, her face showing a look of utter despair, as if she thought, "Heaven is going to kill me."

"It's over...it's all over now..."

She murmured, her voice filled with a deep sense of helplessness.

immediately,

She suddenly opened her eyes, a cold glint in them, and angrily slammed her hand on the sofa. "Who is this?! Who is behind this?! So ruthless, and with such perfect timing!"

On Dilraba's phone screen, the Weibo trending topics list was clearly visible.

A freshly created keyword, its popularity skyrocketing, is prominently displayed at the top:
#Dilraba injured, Gu Qing looking at the sea?#
Clicking through, the trending Weibo post was a collage of several screenshots from the show: one showing a chaotic scene of people rushing to Dilraba's aid after she fell.

The other picture shows Gu Qing and Liu Shishi standing side by side facing the sea in a "leisurely" silhouette.

The caption was highly suggestive: "During a thrilling game on Running Man, Dilraba was accidentally injured and fell to the ground in pain. Her teammates rushed over to check on her."

Meanwhile, on the other side, Gu Qing was... quietly watching the sea? (Question) Isn't this contrast a bit too stark?

The top star's composure is truly extraordinary.

The real-time comments below were even more "spectacular," with almost all of them criticizing and mocking Gu Qing when scrolled back dozens of times.
The language was harsh and full of moral judgment:

"How disgusting! I never thought Gu Qing was such a cold-blooded and empathetic person!"
Everyone else was falling and getting hurt, and he was just standing there enjoying the scenery? Is acting only for the camera?

"I'm disgusted. I used to like him quite a bit, thinking he was a good actor and a low-key person. I never expected him to be like this. I'm turning from a fan to a hater. Goodbye!"

"Heh, is this what you call a top-tier celebrity? Impressive indeed, such a high standard, unable to see his teammates getting hurt. I'm turning against him now, you're welcome."

"Oh my god, it looks painful! I feel so sorry for Dilraba! I think we shouldn't just criticize that one couple online anymore. Shouldn't Gu Qing and Liu Shishi, this 'cold-blooded couple,' also be on the list?"

"Hahaha, what the hell is this 'cold-blooded couple'? But it's a fitting description!"
The "Wolf Warrior" starring "Cold-Blooded Guy" is coming out tomorrow, right? Isn't the slogan "Those who offend China, though far away, will be punished"? How come he doesn't even help his injured teammate who's right next to him? (doge)

"This is so funny, everyone! 'Cold-Blooded Bro' is a foreign friend, he'll save you no matter how far away; but his own teammates, no matter how close they are... well, let's just say they're not close. (laughing and crying)"

Let's all give "Cold-Blooded Bro" a one-star "good review" for "Wolf Warrior" tomorrow! Support "Cold-Blooded Bro's" positive energy!

Scrolling back through dozens, even hundreds, of popular comments, you can hardly find a single voice defending Gu Qing or offering rational analysis.

This is clearly not a normal audience reaction, but rather an organized and premeditated manipulation of public opinion and a concentrated attack.

Obviously,

This "anti-explosion" operation against Gu Qing was planned in advance.

The program hadn't even finished airing when a single clip, easily subject to malicious interpretation and editing, was quickly captured, processed, and pushed to the top of the trending searches, accompanied by inflammatory comments orchestrated by online trolls.

These people can't wait any longer.

Especially at this extremely sensitive and crucial time, on the eve of the release of "Wolf Warrior 2," starring Gu Qing.

The more they smear Gu Qing's image, the bigger the "hat" they put on him.
The more likely it is to incite uninformed casual viewers to develop a negative attitude towards the film, which may directly affect its opening day reputation and box office performance.

Just as Yang Mi and Dilraba were racking their brains over this trending topic, Gu Qing's fans were caught off guard...

While urgently assembling to try to clarify and retaliate,

An even more outrageous and explosive second trending topic has stormed into the top of the list with even greater momentum:
#Breaking! Gu Qing and Yang Mi's relationship exposed?!#
Clicking into this topic reveals that it originated from "leaks" posted almost simultaneously by several entertainment marketing accounts.
Claiming to have "reliable information" and "program details" that Gu Qing and Yang Mi have a close relationship and are suspected to be dating.

The so-called "evidence"
It's the part where Dilraba accidentally let slip in the car scene of Running Man—that Yang Mi wanted to play games with Gu Qing, and that the two had been in contact privately.

This revelation was like a bombshell for Gu Qing's huge fan base, especially the large proportion of "dream girl fans" and "solo fans".

"What do you mean?! How could my brother be dating Yang Mi?!"

"This...this...this is absolutely impossible! I don't believe it! How could my brother have such poor judgment?!"

"Yang Mi? That 'teen mom' who has no bottom line when it comes to hype, has made a bunch of bad movies, and is already married?"
My brother with her? I wouldn't believe it even if you killed me!

"Don't believe or spread rumors! Wait for official statements! Anything without concrete evidence is considered a rumor!"

"How can there be no evidence? Dilraba herself said it on the Running Man show! Yang Mi pesters her younger brother to play games every night! If they're not a couple, how can they play games together every day? How can their relationship be that close?"

"Aaaaaaah—I don't believe it! I don't believe it!! If this is true, I'm immediately unfollowing and turning against you!!"

"The sky has fallen... the sky has really fallen... little brother, how could you..."

Gu Qing's fan community instantly erupted in chaos, filled with wailing and howling.

Shock, doubt, rejection, collapse, anger... a mix of extreme emotions spread.

In the minds of many young female fans, what is Yang Mi?
She is a female celebrity who rose to fame through hype, has a highly controversial reputation, exaggerated acting skills, and is even labeled as "seductive."
They are from completely different worlds compared to her clean-cut, handsome, career-focused, and almost scandal-free "white moonlight" younger brother!
This "pairing" made them feel intensely blasphemous and betrayed, as if the whole world had turned gray.

The group chat was filled with shouting, cursing, and some people even broke down in tears in front of their screens.

The combined destructive power of these two trending topics is astonishing.

They precisely targeted Gu Qing's public image and core fan base, and the timing was particularly malicious, chosen on the eve of the release of "Wolf Warrior 2".

Such a massive public opinion storm could not possibly have escaped the ears of Gu Qing, who was at the eye of the storm.

In fact,
Even after filming the Dalian special of Running Man, Gu Qing's schedule remained packed, making him a veritable "frequent flyer" across the country.

The continued popularity of "Love O2O" has caused his commercial value to soar again, attracting a variety of high-end endorsements.

In just five days, he filmed nearly ten commercials, all of which were collaborations with luxury brands and above, carefully selected by his team.

Simultaneously,

There's also the Dove chocolate summer series couple advertisement that I was invited to film with my co-star Jing Tian, ​​which I also need to coordinate to complete.

Having just finished a busy day of advertising shoot, Gu Qing didn't even have time to rest properly before rushing back to Shanghai overnight to check into a hotel and make final preparations for the grand premiere and press conference of "Wolf Warrior 2" that she would attend with Wu Jing the next day.

On the way back to the hotel from the airport, a slightly tired Gu Qing heard a detailed report from Xu Wei about the fierce online propaganda war targeting him.

The car was very quiet.
Only Xu Wei's narration and the flowing light and shadow of the city night scene outside the window could be heard.

Gu Qing listened quietly to the whole story – from the controversy over the editing of the Running Man program, to the malicious manipulation of the "watching the sea" trending topic, and then to the unfounded rumors about his "relationship" with Yang Mi.

His face showed no surprise, anger, or panic; he didn't even raise an eyebrow. He remained calm, as if listening to a story that had nothing to do with him.

He took the tablet Zhao Ya handed him and quickly browsed the main content and highly-rated comments under the trending topics.

It's all baseless and malicious slander, so what's there to panic about?

What surprised him most was that he was being given such "special attention".

Is this reasonable?

Gu Qing put down the tablet, looked at the neon lights rushing past the window, and remained silent:

"When Brother Jing was so direct and unleashing his fury in the interview, why didn't they focus their attention on 'taking care' of him, but instead put so much effort into me, a nobody?"

He shook his head slightly, finding these behind-the-scenes manipulators who bullied the weak and feared the strong, and who only picked on the "easy targets," both laughable and pathetic.

They probably felt that attacking a young, top-tier celebrity whose success is based on a fan economy was a good idea.
It's much easier than going head-to-head with a tough, uncompromising director like Wu Jing, and it's more likely to trigger a chain reaction.

The only thing that made Gu Qing feel a little displeased was the way the Running Man production team handled the situation.

"I explicitly told the cameraman that the conversation in the car involved private chatter and was not suitable for broadcast. I suggested that it be cut."

Why was it ultimately released intact?

Do you think they didn't understand the guest's explicit request, or were they just pretending not to understand?
Are they just trying to create buzz and boost ratings by using keywords like "Yang Mi," "Gu Qing," and "private contact"?

Gu Qing was almost certain it was the latter.

In the entertainment industry, people can sometimes have no bottom line in their pursuit of popularity.

"Luckily, my relationship with Honey is completely innocent. Apart from her unilaterally 'harassing' me while I was playing games, nothing else happened."

Gu Qing's eyes darkened slightly, devoid of any smile. "Otherwise, based solely on this edited, suggestive piece of footage, coupled with the hype from marketing accounts..."

"They can make something out of nothing seem real; they should be 'hammered to death' and 'shamefully executed'."

right now,

Although he wasn't "hammered to death," he was still covered in "mud" that couldn't be washed away, attracting countless insults and suspicions out of nowhere.

"Do I need to contact the team immediately to draft a formal statement to clarify all the false rumors?"

At the same time, the platform can be requested to demote or block related false trending topics, and legal letters can be sent to the leading rumor-mongering marketing accounts as a warning to others.

Xu Wei calmly offered standard public relations advice.

"Issue a statement? Send a lawyer's letter?"

"What's the use of this?"

Gu Qing swiped her finger across the tablet and replied coldly, "Would it do any good to tell the angry fans and onlookers 'it's all fake, don't believe it'?"
A lawyer's letter? These days, they're called 'celebrity disclaimers' online. How much of a deterrent effect do they have anymore?

He straightened up slightly and gently patted his sore neck: "Go directly to contact the company's legal department and the top law firms we cooperate with."

Don't send a lawyer's letter; prepare the lawsuit materials directly.

Xu Wei was slightly taken aback: "Sue?"

"Yes, file a lawsuit."

Gu Qing clearly instructed, "Focus on those marketing accounts that first released the 'relationship' rumors, used malicious language, and spread them widely."

Furthermore, regarding the comments under the trending topic "watching the sea," those users who made personal attacks, insults, and abuse against me, with over five thousand or even tens of thousands of likes, should be identified and their identities secured.

He paused, then said firmly, "The charges will be based on the 'defamation' and 'insult' crimes under the Criminal Law, and if it involves fabricating false information that seriously disrupts public order, we'll see if we can apply the charge of 'fabricating and intentionally spreading false information'."

"Have a lawyer look into it and file a lawsuit based on the clause that might result in the heaviest sentence."

"I don't lack the money and time to fight a lawsuit."

Gu Qing's voice was calm, "What I want is a legally binding judgment."

Before the official court ruling is issued, neither the studio nor my personal accounts should post any clarifications, explanations, or emotional statements regarding this matter.

This wasn't the first time he had faced cyberbullying on this scale.

During the filming of "Love O2O" with Jing Tian, ​​I was falsely accused of being bullied by Jing Tian.

Gu Qing stepped forward to clarify immediately, but what was the result?

The fans who didn't believe it still didn't believe it.
Those who criticized him intensified their attacks, while passersby remained skeptical.

A war of words will never end; instead, it will only continue to erode one's own image and the public's patience.

Therefore,
Gu Qing now understands a more effective principle:
For purely malicious rumors and slander, especially those from organized online trolls and haters, wasting words on defense is the most futile effort.

The law is the ultimate and most powerful weapon.

A credible court judgment carries more weight than a thousand statements or ten thousand lawyer's letters.

The more fiercely people criticize and the higher they jump around now, the stronger the backlash of public sympathy and praise will be when the verdict is handed down.

As for whether it will affect the box office of "Wolf Warrior 2"?

This is nothing!

Compared to the nationwide memes, ridicule, and even insults that Brother Jing encountered in his previous life, this current incident is nothing.

Wolf Warrior 2 will ultimately create an astonishing box office miracle thanks to its outstanding quality.

It turns out that

As long as the film itself is well-made and moving enough, all the criticism and pessimism will eventually become background noise that highlights its success.

To Gu Qing's slight surprise, before he could even begin to use his "legal weapons,"
The tide of public opinion has begun to turn unexpectedly.

And what brought about this first reversal was...
It was none other than Yang Mi, another "female protagonist" in this scandal.

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"Damn it! Who's the blind fool spreading rumors about me?!"

"Just wait for the lawyer's letter! I'll change my surname to yours if I don't sue you until you're bankrupt!"

To the astonishment of all onlookers, marketing accounts, and even Yang Mi's own fans,

At a crucial moment when the topic of "Gu Qing and Yang Mi's relationship" was trending and generating explosive buzz,
Yang Mi, one of the main figures in the incident, surprisingly didn't capitalize on the situation, offer a vague response, or wait for the hype to build naturally.
But...

They immediately, unequivocally, and forcefully stepped in to refute the rumors!
"Huh? What's going on? Is Mimi... delirious from the fever?"

"Did I see that right? Yang Mi took the initiative to deny the rumors? And they're rumors with a top-tier celebrity like Gu Qing?!"

"Did the sun rise in the west? This isn't the Mimi I know!"

"Honey, blink if you're being kidnapped! You're not going to take this great opportunity to ride the wave of popularity?"

After the initial shock, Yang Mi's fans exclaimed in disbelief.

They know their idol too well.

Over the years, when has Yang Mi not been embroiled in scandals, and when has she not used various CP pairings and ambiguous topics to maintain her popularity?
In many cases, the "scandal" itself is part of her and her team's proactive efforts.

They proactively, urgently, and even somewhat frantically denied such a sensational and high-profile "relationship."
This is completely out of character for her and her established persona!

But today, Yang Mi did something that shocked everyone.

Moreover, her way of refuting the rumors was not simply by saying "it's a complete rumor."
Instead... they directly dropped a bombshell of evidence!
She quickly posted a long Weibo post, which was not an official statement, but a series of screenshots of WeChat chat history, with the key information blurred.

In the screenshot,
The message Yang Mi sent out had this kind of style:
"Little brother~ are you there? Calling for help! Please save me, I'm stuck in the King of Glory promotion match, please help your sister rank up! Please! (Pity) (Pity)"

"Gu Qing, you genius! Xiao Nai, you genius! For Bei Weiwei's sake, please guide this newbie!" (starry-eyed)

"Hey brat! I know you're online! You just updated your blog! Don't pretend you didn't see me! Would it kill you to reply to me?! (Frustrated)"

"Reply to me, reply to me, reply to me, reply to me, reply to me... (repeated 99+ times)"

"Just play one game with me, just one! If you win, I'll send you a huge red envelope!" (tempting)

On the other hand, the reply from the person labeled "brat" was unusually "cold" and "concise":
"No."

"I'm busy."

"We're filming."

"I'll definitely do it next time."

Occasionally, there are replies longer than two words, such as: "Too bad, can't carry." "Play by yourself." "Find someone else."

These chat logs span a considerable period of time, but the core themes remain highly consistent.

Yang Mi tried every trick in the book to get Gu Qing to play games with her, but Gu Qing refused her with aloofness, perfunctory attitude, and even "disdain".

When Yang Mi posted these screenshots, she added text that was highly personal in style:
"Me? @Gu Qing? We're a couple?! (Black guy with a question mark face)"

"Are you blind?! What couple acts like us?!"

"Just you wait, you rumor-mongers! The lawyer's letter is on its way! If I don't sue you to death this time, I'm not a Yang!"

Yang Mi's personal involvement, along with the "concrete evidence" of chat logs she released, instantly changed the tone of the entire public opinion landscape!

Gu Qing's fans, who were initially devastated and crying over the "relationship," were stunned upon seeing these screenshots, then burst into huge laughter and cheers of relief:
"Haha, sorry I laughed! Gu Qing's reply is just too much of a straight man's response!"

"That's hilarious! 'Too bad, can't carry you,' 'Next time for sure'... Gu Qing, you know how to be a smooth talker!"

"Case solved! Case solved! This isn't dating, it's clearly Sister Mi 'kneeling' to Gu Qing in an attempt to climb the ranks/unsuccessfully trying to cooperate!"

"I knew it! How could my brother have such poor taste... Uh, but Sister Honey's chat history is hilarious, like a little fangirl chasing after a guru asking for guidance."

"Sister Mi is so cute! She even called him 'Xiao Nai, the Great God,' so she must have watched 'Love O2O' quite a bit! She's so down-to-earth!"

"This clarification effort was a huge blow to Sister Mi, though she suffered a thousand losses herself but inflicted eight hundred on the enemy! But well done! It was a resounding slap in the face to those who spread rumors!"

Passersby and onlookers were amused by this unexpected turn of events and joined in the banter.

"Hahaha, the best debunking of the year! Bar none!"

Yang Mi: I thought I was flirting with my younger brother. Younger brother: Don't touch me, I'm busy.

Gu Qing: I'll start by refusing to be tied down. Yang Mi: Don't I have any dignity?

"This chat log is way more entertaining than any idol drama! Honey is such a comedian!"

Yang Mi's unconventional and almost self-deprecating rebuttal instantly dismantled the foundation of the "relationship" rumors in the most authentic and humorous way.

No one would believe that a real couple would chat like this.

more importantly,
She took the initiative to break down the defenses and refute the rumors, which greatly reduced the hostility of Gu Qing's fans towards her, and even won her a lot of goodwill.

however,
This scene, however, evoked drastically different interpretations and caused a stir among industry peers, competitors, and certain insiders.

"Has Yang Mi gone mad? Does she even know what she's doing?"

"She dares to release these chat logs? Isn't she afraid of confirming her image as someone who 'pays to be with clients' and 'is cheap'? Isn't she afraid that sponsors and brands will think she's lowering her value?"

"What is she after? Why is she going to such lengths to clear Gu Qing's name, even at the cost of ruining her own image? What kind of spell has Gu Qing cast on her?"

"Bewitching soup? I think she just wants some soup."

Various speculations, doubts, and puzzles circulated in private circles.

However, Yang Mi's unexpected move has brought about the first decisive turning point in this media storm.

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...(End of this chapter)