Taking Liu Yifei back to Northeast China for the Chinese New Year has sent the entire internet into

"Fang Yu, remember the persona the company has given you! Aloof, taciturn, and exceptionally talented."

"This variety show, 'Going Home for the New Year,' is an S-level project. We've matched you with top-tier celebrities. The company has put a lot of effort into it, so don't mess it up."

"On the show, even if you don't know anything, you still have to put on airs, understand? Fans buy into that."

"Speak less, do more, or better yet, do nothing at all; just stand there and you'll be a picture."

The agent, Sister Wang, spent over an hour on the phone; her lips were practically worn out from talking so much.

The core idea is just one thing:

To allow Fang Yu to maintain the "cold and aloof iceberg" persona he has carefully cultivated since his debut.

Fang Yu leaned back in the van, watching the street scene rushing past the window, responding with "uh-huhs" and "yeahs" while inwardly complaining.

aloof?

I'm a native Northeasterner who grew up climbing trees and raiding bird nests in the village. What does that have to do with being aloof?

If it weren't for making a living, who would want to keep a straight face and act cool every day?

But despite the complaints, making a living is still important.

He, Fang Yu, is a 23-year-old newcomer singer who has only been in the industry for half a year.

With an outrageously handsome face and a decent original song, he barely managed to gain recognition in the entertainment industry.

The company sees him as a promising talent, and this special Spring Festival variety show is the ultimate test for him.

"By the way, your partner has been confirmed, and it's an absolutely unexpected surprise."

Sister Wang's tone suddenly became mysterious and excited.

"Who?"

Fang Yu asked casually.

How surprising could it be? At most, she's a second-tier actress, just there to generate buzz for this newcomer.

Sister Wang cleared her throat and said, word by word:

"Liu! Heaven! Fairy!"

"Who?"

Fang Yu sat up abruptly, wondering if he had misheard.

"Liu Tianxian, Liu Yifei!"

"How about that? Surprised? Unexpected?"

Sister Wang's voice was full of pride.

"The company really went to great lengths to secure this opportunity for you!"

"She's a national goddess! The two of you are such a stunning couple, you're guaranteed to generate tons of buzz!"

Fang Yu was completely dumbfounded.

Liu Tianxian?

That woman, hailed as the "Fairy Sister," who debuted at the peak of her career and has always been a legendary figure in the entertainment industry?

His mind went blank for a moment, and some long-forgotten memories came flooding back.

That was a place called "Earth," and his memories from his past life.

In that world, there was also a Liu Tianxian, who was also the white moonlight of countless people.

Something's not right.

Fang Yu frowned.

The celebrities in this world have many similarities to those in Earth's previous life, but the timeline is completely out of order.

For example, Liu Tianxian, who was already in her thirties in her previous life, is only twenty-five years old in this world, at the peak of her looks and career.

Yang Chaoyue, who should have been an ordinary person, is now 23 years old. She debuted around the same time as him and has gained some fame.

This world is like a parallel universe with its timeline disrupted.

"Fang Yu? Fang Yu? Are you listening?"

When Sister Wang didn't hear a response, she hurriedly called out.

"I'm listening."

Fang Yu came to his senses.

"Sister Wang, are you sure it's Liu Tianxian?"

"Would someone of her caliber be willing to partner with a newcomer, especially on a theme like 'going home for the Lunar New Year'?"

"That's the key point!"

Sister Wang's tone became even more excited.

"This program has a very special format. It involves teaming up to experience the New Year customs of different regions."

"Liu Yifei chose the theme of 'returning to simplicity,' and the production team randomly matched us, and that's how we got you!"

"Isn't your hometown some remote corner of Northeast China? That fits the theme perfectly!"

Fang Yu's lips twitched.

In the remote corner of Northeast China... Mohe, Kaoshantun.

The temperature there is probably below minus thirty degrees Celsius right now; you'd have to carry a stick even to pee in the bathroom.

Let Liu Tianxian...go to that place to spend the New Year?

He could already imagine the uproar that would ensue online after the show aired.

Who is Fang Yu? Why is he paired with my goddess?

[How dare an obscure newcomer try to piggyback on Liu Yifei's fame? Get out of the entertainment industry!]

[Hilarious! Is the show trying to make a fairy descend to earth and experience human suffering?]

The company took a really risky move.

He won, and his career skyrocketed.

If he loses, he will be torn to shreds by Liu Tianxian's fans.

"Fang Yu, this is your chance to rise to the top!"

Sister Wang's voice rang out again, resolute and firm.

"Remember to maintain a cool and aloof demeanor throughout, keep your distance from Liu Yifei, and create a sense of 'admirable from afar but untouchable'."

"Audiences love seeing couples with a certain distance between them; it makes them seem sophisticated!"

"The colder you are, the more topics you generate!"

"Understood, Sister Wang."

Fang Yu hung up the phone and let out a long sigh.

Sophisticated? A sense of alienation?

In my hometown in Northeast China, where temperatures drop to minus thirty degrees Celsius, are they still doing this kind of thing?

Just then, a mechanical electronic voice rang in his mind.

[The most user-friendly system has been successfully bound!]

[Host: Fang Yu]

System Functions:

As long as the host performs down-to-earth actions that break the "celebrity halo" and conform to "real life", they can gain popularity points.

The greater the contrast in behavior, the more thoroughly the idol image is shattered, and the higher the popularity score.

Popularity points can be redeemed for top-tier life skills or Earth-based cultural and entertainment works in the shop.

[New player gift pack has been distributed: Constitution Enhancement (Beginner).]

Fang Yu was stunned.

system?

That really is standard equipment for time travelers.

The most grounded system?

This system... isn't it the opposite of the persona the company gave me?

The company wants me to be aloof, but the system wants me to be down-to-earth.

Fang Yu touched his chin and suddenly smiled.

interesting.

Forget his aloof persona, forget his idol image.

With a system in place, why should I still listen to the company?

Wouldn't that mean the system was bound for nothing?

Moreover, the company's approach doesn't seem very reliable!

……

Two days later, at Beijing Capital International Airport, in the VIP waiting room.

The cameras for the "Going Home for the New Year" program are set up, and the live broadcast has officially begun.

Fang Yu, dressed in a well-tailored black coat and wearing sunglasses, sat quietly on the sofa in the corner, perfectly embodying the aloof persona that Sister Wang had instructed him to maintain.

The chat room was flooded with comments.

[Ahhh! Feathers are so cool! That damn aloof and cool vibe!]

[My brother is so handsome today, it's breathtaking!]

[Looking forward to Fang Yu's variety show debut! His looks are simply top-tier in the Chinese entertainment industry!]

Of course, most of the people who came were passersby who had heard the news, as well as fans of other celebrities.

I heard Liu Yifei is on this show? Where is she?

[Seriously? They're really pairing Liu Yifei with this guy named Fang Yu? Who's this newbie? I've never even heard of him.]

[I'm taking my goddess home! No dates, no dates! Resist newcomers leeching off others!]

Just then, the door to the waiting room was pushed open, and a figure walked in.

The woman was wearing a camel-colored long trench coat, with slightly wavy long hair and only light makeup on her face, yet she was still stunningly beautiful.

She just stood there quietly, and the whole waiting room seemed to brighten up a bit.

It was Liu Tianxian, Liu Yifei.

The scene fell silent for a moment, and even the barrage of comments on the screen paused for a instant.

Holy crap! It's Liu Yifei in real life!

[Ahhh, goddess! I'm speechless with beauty!]

[This aura is amazing! Even just walking through the airport looks like she's shooting a fashion magazine!]

Fang Yu also took off his sunglasses and stood up.

Even in the entertainment industry, where handsome men and beautiful women abound, Liu Yifei's looks are exceptionally stunning.

Up close, it's flawless from every angle.

Her skin was fair and translucent, and her phoenix eyes were clear and cool yet held a hint of innocence, as if untouched by worldly dust.

She truly lives up to her reputation as a fairy goddess.

Liu Yifei's gaze swept across the entire room, finally landing on Fang Yu.

She nodded politely, her voice cool and indifferent:

"Hello, I am Liu Yifei."

"Hello, Fang Yu."

Fang Yu nodded in response, his words concise and to the point.

The two were three meters apart, one aloof and the other haughty, and the atmosphere instantly plummeted to freezing point.

The viewers in the live stream were stunned.

Are these two here to see who's colder?

[Hilarious! Fang Yu actually dares to act aloof in front of Liu Tianxian. Where does he get the courage?]

I feel so embarrassed I could dig a three-bedroom apartment out of my toes.

[Oh no, this show is going to fail. What are we going to do if these two don't say a word the whole time?]

Sister Wang was watching the monitor from the sidelines, and she was so excited that she almost jumped up.

Yes! That's the effect!

The subtle tension between the newlyweds and the fairy's awkwardness and feigned composure, and the fairy's politeness and aloofness, is simply too dramatic!

Just then, the program director announced through a megaphone:

"Alright, teachers, it's time to board."

"Our first stop: Mohe!"

"Please get ready, a journey back to the essence of winter wonderland is about to begin!"