Quick Transmigration: Will Even a Foolishly Popular Person Be Forced to Love Him?

[When this thought came to mind, even I was startled.]

But then I thought, it doesn't seem like such a big deal.

From childhood to adulthood, it seems like I haven't really wanted anything in particular. She was the first one.

Perhaps it was sympathy, perhaps it was pity. Perhaps it was just for a fleeting moment, but my heart was touched by her.

Therefore, following one's feelings and approaching her, getting closer to her, doesn't seem like such an incomprehensible thing.

I'm just a little hesitant.

She just turned 9, and I'm nine years older than her; that age difference is actually quite subtle.

[If I want to get close to her, what identity should I use?]

[Brother? Foster father? Or perhaps he appears as a simple, kind-hearted benefactor?]

Will she accept? Will she be willing?

[While I was tossing and turning at night, I never imagined that she would become an internet sensation the next day.]

Many people got to know her because of a photograph; a gem that had been covered in dust suddenly shone brightly in front of everyone.

I'm not surprised she's getting attention; I just didn't expect her to enter the entertainment industry.

She doesn't seem like the type of child who would be obsessed with fame, fortune, or love.

Of course, it's also possible that I misread it.

However, I have some reservations about her choice.

[Xinglan Interactive Entertainment is an obscure little company, not even one of the top three. What benefits could signing with such a company bring her?]

Its only purpose is to be acquired and restructured.

[Xinglan Interactive Entertainment's development has been mediocre, but its signings have an excellent eye for talent.]

[Shortly after the photos went viral, Zhao Xiao contacted people.]

Zhao Xiao clearly knows how to charm young girls. Yesterday, Yun Zhi was like a timid little bird, but today she can lean affectionately against Zhao Xiao.

She had clearly been dressed up; her clothes had been changed into a slightly nicer dress, her hair had been braided into a half-up style, and she was eating a lollipop that someone had shoved into her mouth, obediently listening to Zhao Xiao speak.

I watched her silently through the one-way glass.

[It seems like everything was settled suddenly, even though only one day had passed.]

Perhaps this is a warning from heaven.

Since I can't be her brother or her adoptive father, I'll help her in this way.

[Give her the best resources, the best treatment, the best terms, the right to choose, and the opportunity to be capricious.]

That's enough.

……

Is that enough?

The moment the door closed, the atmosphere instantly became subtle.

The door was closed behind him, and Gu Shihe was placing the milk pudding on the table.

It was getting late, and the night outside was as cool as water.

After letting him in, Yunzhi belatedly regretted whether her actions were somewhat inexplicable.

Of the five people, Yun Zhi was actually the least familiar with Lu Ci and Gu Shihe.

Lu Ci had the worst expression. His features and demeanor were sharp and assertive. Although he was very handsome, he gave off a feeling that he was not to be trifled with.

Gu Shihe always had a slight smile on his face.

Unlike Qi Li, who has a gentle smile and is like a refined gentleman.

When Gu Shihe smiled, he didn't appear gentle at all; instead, his aura was exceptionally solemn. Even when he was relaxed, his eyes and brows still carried the unique air of someone in power.

Just like now, that oppressive presence belonging to an adult male is silently enveloping Yun Zhi.

...He's too tall.

Even though Gu Shihe was just standing quietly not far from Yun Zhi without making any unnecessary movements, Yun Zhi still felt a little uncomfortable.

Yun Zhi had never really interacted with Gu Shihe. The closest they had ever been was during a game of Truth or Dare not long ago.

Putting aside whether Yunzhi was still conscious by the end of the game, even at the very beginning, they hadn't actually exchanged more than a few words.

Zhao Xiao kept reminding Yun Zhi every day that among the people she shouldn't mess with, besides Qi Li, Pei Ran, and Xie Yuan who were always mentioned, the most frequent one was Gu Shihe.

"What hasn't that kind of person seen? They're incredibly cunning; you wouldn't even realize they'd sold you out."

Because of her agent's repeated reminders, even if Yun Zhi still wanted to find someone to be her boyfriend or sugar daddy, she mentally marked Gu Shihe with a big "X".

Even now, Yun Zhi is a little timid.

She dared not look up, her gaze only falling on Gu Shihe's waist.

He seems...to be a bit unapproachable.

...I just opened the door for someone, is it really appropriate to ask them if I can leave now?

No matter what, Yun Zhi knew that she couldn't directly tell the boss's boss's boss that she was a little afraid of him and didn't know why he came to the Love Variety Show.

After all, everyone who comes to the dating reality show is expected to be her lover for a day, and they have to date her.

Even if it's fake, you still have to bite the bullet and act it out!

Doesn't he feel strange interacting with strangers in this way and that?

Gu Shihe put the desserts down and turned around to see Yun Zhi with a complicated expression on her face, as if she wanted to say something but couldn't.

She was truly unable to hide her feelings, so the mixture of curiosity, doubt, fear, and a subtle wariness and distance towards strangers was vividly displayed on her beautiful face.

As Gu Shihe watched, he couldn't help but chuckle softly.

"If we keep hiding, we'll be huddled in a crack in the wall. Isn't that dirty?"

His voice was deep and mellow, with a hint of youthful amusement.

"You seem afraid of me," he said. "Zhizhi, am I that scary to you?"

Yun Zhi pursed her lips, thinking a little embarrassedly: That's true, it is a bit.

What if she does something wrong and you make things difficult for her?

She hasn't successfully collapsed her career yet, and she can't afford to offend the biggest boss right now...

But Yun Zhi said, "No, it's just... just..."

After a long time, there was still no clear answer.

Yunzhi heard Gu Shihe laughing again.

The laughter was soft, but it inexplicably made Yun Zhi blush.

"Zhizhi isn't afraid of me, she's just nervous, right?"

Gu Shihe didn't expose Yun Zhi's embarrassment. Instead, he naturally took over the conversation: "Although it's a little embarrassing to say, I'm also a little nervous."

That doesn't sound very believable.

The pretty idol blinked, staring suspiciously at the guy who was approaching her and blatantly lying, as if wanting to see what other nonsense he could come up with.

"Your eyes are so heartbreaking; I'm really nervous."

Unexpectedly, Gu Shihe not only didn't flinch, but also looked back at her with a smile:

"It might be a bit sudden, but wouldn't you say this counts as an online friend meeting up?"

Yun Zhi: "?"

What about meeting up with online friends?

Yunzhi does have some familiar online friends. Who is he?

Gu Shihe reached out and tucked a stray strand of damp hair from Yun Zhi's cheek.

Having just finished showering, Yunzhi loosely tied her hair into a bun.

After brushing away the stray hairs, Gu Shihe's fingertips almost imperceptibly touched the hair tie hidden in the girl's black hair.

The little bird tethered to his hair tie trembled slightly, and the laughter flowing in his voice, like the little bird, fell into his eyes:

"Hello Zhizhi, it's nice to meet you. I'm He."

On the young man's outstretched wrist, with its distinct knuckles, was a brightly colored hair tie, adorned with a gardenia flower, clear and pure.