Chapter 106: Broadcast of the Entertainment Talk Show

On Sunday, the pre-recorded episode of the "Entertainment Talk Show" aired as scheduled. Thanks to the promotional clips released earlier, everyone knew that the beloved Gu Yuhan, adored by the entire nation, was making a rare appearance, drawing countless fans’ attention. Numerous viewers sat glued to their television sets, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their goddess.

Although the goddess did not appear at the very start, the duo of Lu Zhixuan and Lin Qihua—the seasoned veteran and the young talent—brought plenty of joy with their “boy band” dynamic.

“Haha, those two are hilarious! Their jokes just keep coming fast and sharp,” the audience laughed uproariously.

“Exactly! Lu Zhixuan is a well-established frontliner in the entertainment industry, yet he’s so friendly with a fifth-tier artist like Lin Qihua. It’s rare to see such genuine camaraderie. You can tell they’re truly good friends, not just a staged pairing,” another observer commented.

“Lin Qihua is really handsome and so sensible, standing quietly on the side without interrupting or stealing Lu Zhixuan’s spotlight. He only chimes in briefly, never upstaging him. That’s really smart,” someone else remarked.

“Yeah, just look at him standing there. He has this unique aura—I’ve only ever seen that kind of calm elegance in my grandfather. So serene, so refined.”

“I feel that too. Elegant and gentle, like a true gentleman, or as they say, ‘a noble soul like jade.’”

“Okay, that might be a bit over the top, but he really is incredibly handsome,” came a lighthearted reply.

Then, Gu Yuhan made her entrance, undeniably capturing everyone’s attention.

“When the goddess appears, it’s as if the whole world changes color. Her posture, her aura—even standing silently, she becomes the center of the stage,” came countless heart-eyed and drooling emojis from the online crowd.

“I feel the same. The other guests might look good on camera, but standing beside the goddess, they’re completely overshadowed. It’s a tragedy for them,” one fan lamented.

“As long as the goddess is present, who isn’t overshadowed? When Yuhan shows up, who can compete?”

“The goddess actually smiled! That moment brought tears to my eyes.”

“Please, the goddess rarely smiles because when she does, it’s stunning—absolutely mesmerizing—so she saves those smiles for special moments. Honestly, she’s quite lively off-camera too.”

“Truth revealed,” another fan chimed in.

The interactions between the two groups of guests that followed were full of laughter and delight.

“Lu Zhixuan is actually a fan of my goddess too? That’s hilarious! Such a genuine guy—thumbs up for his good taste,” one viewer said.

“I think I’ve successfully become a fan of this middle-aged uncle. I’ll definitely cheer for him in the competition,” another added.

When Lin Qihua remarked, “Clearly, she could rely on her looks, but she chooses to rely on her talent instead,” the crowd erupted.

“That line—‘Clearly could rely on looks, but insists on talent’—perfectly captures the goddess’s brilliance. Beauty and wisdom combined, looks and talent soaring together. Isn’t that a true portrait of our goddess?”

“This Lin Qihua… he stays quiet most of the time, but when he speaks, it’s always something amazing. This phrase is going to catch on for sure.”

“A guy like me—clearly could rely on looks, but insists on talent instead—now that’s loneliness.”

“Eww, gross.”

Suddenly, the atmosphere turned lively as everyone began mimicking that iconic line, which quickly became a popular catchphrase.

After the commercial break, the show returned to the game segment. When the teams were announced, fans were thrilled to see their goddess choose to team up with Lin Qihua.

“Haha, what a perfect pairing! Look at those two guys, both looking so conflicted. Neither wanted to go over, but our goddess boldly took the lead. Poor boys, broken hearts everywhere.”

“Same here! I want to be on her team too. From their perspective, the other guy would’ve been the perfect choice—having the three beauties all together. Especially with the goddess nearby, that would’ve been a dream come true.”

“Haha, everyone expected Zhao Wanting to volunteer to join, but the goddess made a bold and unexpected choice. This ending is hilarious.”

“Zhao Wanting looks pretty conflicted too. Her expression is kinda odd.”

“Of course she’s conflicted! She should’ve been the center of attention, but the moment the goddess showed up, she turned into an ugly duckling. If she wants to become a swan, she’ll have to wait until the goddess isn’t around.”

“Ah, that explains it.”

During the game, Lin Qihua’s team displayed remarkable coordination and plenty of comedic moments, keeping everyone in stitches. Gu Yuhan’s sharp wit also shone through, earning high praise from fans.

“This team is so clever, having the goddess stand in the last group lets her easily guess the answers and truly showcase her charm.”

“Even when placed in the middle occasionally, the goddess remains calm and confident, delivering her performances immediately. Moves that look funny on others feel perfectly natural on her—I actually find it beautiful.”

“Absolutely! Every gesture is just flawless.”

In the final game, Lin Qihua and Gu Yuhan paired up, sparking envy among many netizens.

“No wonder the other actors didn’t want to join that team. It’s a perk—getting up close and personal with the goddess. Who would want to miss that?”

“Seeing the two of them standing side by side gave me a strange feeling—like a talented scholar and a beautiful lady. That’s definitely them,” one netizen gushed. “One handsome, one breathtakingly beautiful; one gifted, one combining wisdom with beauty; one is 1.8 meters tall, the other a bit over 1.7. Don’t you feel they make such a perfect match? Such strong couple vibes.”

“After hearing you say that, I totally agree. If anyone else were paired with the goddess, I’d be furious. But now, I don’t feel that at all. I see why.”

“Lin Qihua, hands off my goddess!”

“Has anyone noticed Lin Qihua’s gentlemanly manners?” a keen-eyed netizen posted a screenshot clearly showing Lin Qihua walking with Gu Yuhan on his back. “Look closely—his hands pass under her legs and rest steadily in front of him. Even while walking, he keeps perfectly stable, no jostling at all.”

“Indeed, a true gentleman.”

“They make such a great pair—so coordinated, so seamless. If they starred together in a drama or variety show, I guarantee the ratings would skyrocket.”

“Of course! Any show with the goddess can’t go wrong. But she’s never really liked variety shows. These past few years, she’s focused on studying and hasn’t acted much, leaving us fans to live off studio photos. It’s tough. Goddess, please graduate soon—we’re all waiting for you.”

“The comment above is a bit shallow. The goddess is wisely building herself up quietly, not squandering her fame or talent. That’s what a true artist does—cherishing achievements and popularity but focusing seriously on studies when the time calls. That’s the path to the throne. Temporary glitz can never become eternal.”

“Anyway, the goddess is doing everything right. Let’s just look forward to it. She won’t disappoint us.”

The final duet they performed was also met with great acclaim.

“I thought their pairing was just for fun, but they really sang like a duo. That song was heartbreaking—such youthful memories.”

“Dreams, like classics, never fade with time. Those words hit me right in the heart.”

“Good songs always have the power to move people. Every song Lin Qihua sings has that magic. I never get tired of them. He’s amazing.”

“Yeah, truly incredible.”

“The goddess is so funny and straightforward.”

“Isn’t that normal? How old is she? She debuted with so much pressure and spotlight. Not understanding the feeling is natural, and honestly, I like her even more for it. Not understanding and not pretending.”

“It’s not like she doesn’t understand. She’s had her share of hardships despite her smooth path. She’s no delicate flower. She’s worked hard for her acting career. This song, though, it’s not something she can fully grasp—innocent, candid, and utterly adorable.”

After the episode ended, it sparked countless discussions. Fans of the goddess weren’t satisfied with the brief screen time; they eagerly consumed behind-the-scenes footage and all sorts of extras, hungry for every detail. Overnight, thanks to Gu Yuhan’s immense popularity, this episode topped trending charts, with names like Gu Yuhan and Lin Qihua frequently appearing in public discourse.

The "Entertainment Talk Show" production team couldn’t stop smiling. Riding on Gu Yuhan’s popularity, this episode’s ratings hit new highs, nearly matching previous episodes featuring top superstars. It was another major promotional success, proving the worth of leveraging connections to invite Gu Yuhan.

As for Lu Zhixuan and Lin Qihua, aside from their impressive performances on "The Singing Contest," this time, thanks to Gu Yuhan’s spotlight, they unexpectedly gained a lot of attention and boosted their fame considerably.

*Snap.*

In a villa in Yanjing, a wine glass was forcefully thrown at the television, splattering bright red liquid across the screen, flowing like a vivid blossom.

“Clean this up properly, and replace the TV,” a young man said, waving off his approaching butler.

“Yes, Young Master,” the butler responded softly and quickly summoned help to tidy up.

The young man took a moment to calm himself, then sat on the sofa and pressed the call button on the nearby terminal. Soon, the image of a middle-aged woman appeared.

“Hello, Young Master Guo,” greeted Fen Jie, Zhao Wanting’s manager, bowing humbly.

“I saw your report. You confirm there was no prior notice?” Guo asked.

“Yes,” Fen Jie explained, “The production told us they’d invite a singer from 'The Singing Contest' as a guest, but didn’t say it would be Lin Qihua. We only happened to run into him in the waiting area. Clearly, no one expected it.”

“Good,” Guo’s expression lightened considerably. “Looks like Lin Qihua is doing well?”

“Seems so. Even Lu Zhixuan backed him up. I stopped Lin Qihua from pushing the topic further on the spot, but with Gu Yuhan and Lu Zhixuan there, I couldn’t make a fuss.”

“Gu Yuhan…” Guo murmured the name, a flash of heat in his eyes. “No interaction during the rest of the show?”

“None. Wanting understood that, so she didn’t talk or interact with him. Also, she didn’t get much screen time with Gu Yuhan around.”

“But her expression was really telling,” Guo smiled lightly.

“An unexpected encounter would naturally cause some surprise and emotion. But she knows she’s your girlfriend now. She likes the Guo you’ve become. Everything she has now is because of you. She confessed to me that she did have some emotional fluctuations, but that’s just a normal reaction to the surprise meeting—nothing else,” Fen Jie explained.

“I guess Wanting’s fine, but Lin Qihua? Not so sure,” Guo said, stroking his chin with a ruthless gleam. “I understand. Tell her not to worry. I believe in her. Soon she’ll be invited to play a supporting female lead in a film. Act well. If all goes well, she’ll be pushing for top-tier status in no time.”

“I understand.”

After hanging up, Guo looked at Lin Qihua singing on the screen.

“Very good. You’ve caught my attention once again.”

Lin Qihua had no idea Guo had set his sights on him again. He was on the phone with Lu Zhixuan.

“If I could appear on the show with Gu Yuhan every day, I think my ‘superstar’ dream would really come true,” Lu Zhixuan joked.

“If becoming a superstar were just about riding the wave of popularity, why would it be so rare?” Lin Qihua shot down the idea and tapped to initiate a holographic call. A screen rose before him, showing Lu Zhixuan’s figure.

“Wow, the latest model terminal, and a custom couples’ edition at that,” Lu Zhixuan exclaimed upon seeing Lin Qihua’s device, as if he’d discovered a new continent. “Who’s the lucky one? Spit it out.”

“Nothing like that. The salesperson recommended it, and since my assistant needed a new one too, I just gave her one. Really nothing special,” Lin Qihua replied calmly. Currently, there was no sign of any relationship between him and Ma Xiaoqian.

“Besides, don’t you have one too?” Lu Zhixuan, though older, was always on trend and owned every new smart device as soon as it came out. He was a true fashionista.

“I’m not like you. I’m about to get married, so naturally, I have to get couples’ versions with my girlfriend,” Lu Zhixuan teased. “You gifting your assistant a couples’ model? No way you don’t have feelings there. That assistant? The pretty one? Rabbits don’t eat their home-grown grass, bro.”

“Cut it out! There’s nothing going on,” Lin Qihua laughed and scolded.