The Matrilocal Alpha and the Cold Actress Sweetly Explode on a Romance Variety Show (GL) - Chapter 20

Early morning.

Shen Tangxi and Yu Xingyu finished breakfast.

They got into the luxury car and headed to the variety show recording location.

Due to the previous drugging incident, the originally scheduled recording time had been delayed.

Although no related news was leaked online, the official reason given for the delay was that a guest’s health condition was poor, which caused the change in the live broadcast schedule. Fans were very worried after hearing this news.

Over the past few days, many messages of concern and well wishes had been left on Yu Xingyu and Shen Tangxi’s personal accounts.

In contrast to the previous insults and sarcastic remarks, friendly comments now made up the majority, and their popularity was visibly growing.

While in the car, Yu Xingyu took out her phone and read some of the messages from fans concerned about her health. After reading for a long time, she felt deeply touched.

She vowed to take good care of her body in the future and not let her fans down.

Unlike the first time they came to the recording venue.

Shen Tangxi clearly felt that Yu Xingyu was no longer as nervous as before; her mood showed a slight anticipation for the recording work.

She reflected on the journey from being initially unwelcome to gaining popularity, clearly feeling that this variety show was very helpful for both of them.

Near the venue, they could still see fans holding signs on both sides of the road, but this time, the light boards bearing the names of their CP were significantly more numerous.

Similarly, as soon as the two got out of the car, they were surrounded by a surging crowd of fans.

They passionately shouted their names, speaking to them with warmth and excitement.

“Little Yu, are you feeling better?”

“Xingyu, how’s your health?”

“Xibao, I miss you so much.”

“Xibao, can I get an autograph?”

Shen Tangxi and Yu Xingyu signed autographs for the surrounding fans and assured them that they were fine.

Although the fans didn’t know the specifics of what happened, they were desperate to confirm that Yu Xingyu and Shen Tangxi were safe and sound.

Shen Tangxi showed no significant change these days, but her usually cold aura was subtly replaced by a hint of seductiveness.

Yu Xingyu, however, had clearly lost a lot of weight; her figure was much slimmer than before.

The comment section stirred with comments.

【Does anyone else feel like Yu Xingyu has lost a lot of weight? It seems like she was genuinely sick.】

【What kind of illness was it? She must have been in a lot of pain during this time. Although the delay in recording was annoying, illness can’t be helped.】

【It might just be a cold. It’s impossible to continue recording while sick, and infecting other guests would be even worse, leading to another trending topic of abuse.】

【She really must be unwell. You can tell she’s much thinner than before. The situation must have been serious. Let’s not guess wildly. It’s good to see her safe.]

【I feel conflicted. I don’t know what to say. I was against this relationship at first, but now I feel a little sorry for her.】

【Maybe it’s the ripple effect of love (loving the house, loving the crow). Because I like Shen Tangxi, I’m starting to feel something for Yu Xingyu too.】

【I hope she gets completely healthy so Xibao won’t worry about her.】

••••

Yu Xingyu and Shen Tangxi entered the Heartbeat Love Song Love Cabin for the fourth time. The task this time was “Know Your Lover.”

The host would ask both partners in the couple a variety of questions, such as personal preferences, specialized skills, and unique experiences.

This task aimed to test the couple’s understanding of each other. The questions were kept secret and wouldn’t be too difficult. If they genuinely understood each other, they wouldn’t find it challenging.

However, if they didn’t know their lover’s information, the footage exposed to the audience could easily highlight problems between the two.

If one partner answered incorrectly, their lover would have to accept a punishment prepared by the production team.

The punishment was to randomly eat a bizarre-flavored ice cream, and they had to kiss their partner afterward.

The flavors included things like salted fish, stinky cheese, mustard, and fermented herring ice cream.

Every flavor was unforgettable for the guests, so the goal of this task was to protect their partner from eating the weird ice cream.

Conversely, if they answered every question correctly, the production team would reward them with normal, delicious ice cream to enjoy.

It could be said that the flavor of the ice cream their partner ate was entirely dependent on their performance.

Because of this rule, fans in the comment section were very excited, cheering on their favorite guests.

【Go, go, go! Little Yu, don’t let Xibao eat the weird ice cream!】

【CEO Qi, hold firm! We can’t let Wenwen suffer the indignity of weird ice cream.】

【Qianqian and Niannian, you must try hard! The crew’s weird ice cream is truly a dark culinary creation. How can you kiss after eating that?】

【Tongtong and Nanning, go! The scene after eating weird ice cream will be too beautiful! Their breath will reek.】

It was difficult to imagine eating various strange ice creams and then kissing their lover. It might affect their relationship.

Yu Xingyu saw the task and immediately thought that her Sister was fragrant and soft; she absolutely couldn’t endure the suffering of that weird ice cream.

As for knowing her partner, she was very confident she understood her Sister well. She often browsed information about Shen Tangxi online, so she felt this quiz shouldn’t be too difficult for her.

Shen Tangxi had thoroughly investigated Yu Xingyu and later supplemented her understanding of her situation. Even though they had only known each other for two months, she felt very familiar with her.

She was naturally confident in her ability to know her partner for this quiz.

The two sat hand-in-hand in the seats opposite the host.

The show host held the quiz cards, announcing the rules for the questions with a polite smile.

“First, I will ask Teacher Yu Xingyu. Are you ready?”

Yu Xingyu nodded: “I’m ready. You can start.”

The host smiled slightly. At the same time, an animated text box appeared on her display and the screen for the audience.

[What is Teacher Shen Tangxi’s favorite food?]

Yu Xingyu answered without hesitation: “Steak.”

A list of options suddenly appeared on the screen:

A: Stir-fried chicken, B: Pasta, C: Steak, D: Bread

“???”

The host reminded her: “Teacher Yu, this is actually a multiple-choice question.”

“…”

【Hahahaha, I’m dying of laughter! She answered so quickly that the answer screen didn’t even catch up!】

【It seems she genuinely knows what Xibao likes to eat! Not bad, not bad. I approve of this marriage.】

Yu Xingyu was a little embarrassed but quickly chose C, selecting the answer without hesitation.

The host smiled: “Congratulations, that is correct.”

She had learned this the first time she delivered food to Shen Tangxi. Steak was a dish Shen Tangxi frequently ordered at their hotel. Her order rate for roast steak was as high as 98%.

And in the Shen residence, she consistently ate steak twice a week. Compared to other foods, Shen Tangxi liked this the most.

This was far too easy for Yu Xingyu.

She gave her Sister a mischievous wink, signaling that she had no problem.

Shen Tangxi urged her not to be careless, reminding her that the production team’s questions wouldn’t be simple.

The host continued reading the questions.

[What was the title of the song Teacher Shen Tangxi performed at the Mid-Autumn Festival TV Gala in 2022?]

A: Unforgettable Full Moon, B: Good Things are Coming

C: Our Love, D: Chinese Youth

This was more difficult. It was from a public gala two years ago, when Yu Xingyu didn’t even know Shen Tangxi. The audience knew exactly when the two met.

So, after this question came out, the comment section held its breath for Yu Xingyu.

They doubted she would know the answer. Who would go back and look up a song from so long ago?

The two hadn’t been together long. If she hadn’t made a special effort to research it, she certainly wouldn’t know.

Yu Xingyu quickly answered: “B, Good Things are Coming.”

【!! She really got it right.】

【My God, what a dedicated Alpha! I suspect she studied beforehand. How else would she know this?】

The host smiled: “The final question.”

[Which of the following TV dramas that Teacher Shen Tangxi acted in was NOT a lead female role?]

A: Star Dream and You

B: Detective Ming Zheng

C: Happy Enemies 2

D: Ten Miles of Red Makeup for You

When Shen Tangxi heard this question, she was momentarily stunned. It was clearly a dangerous question.

If Yu Xingyu answered poorly, she might be trending for all the wrong reasons tomorrow.

The issue with the answer, Ten Miles of Red Makeup for You, was that Shen Tangxi was originally scheduled to be the female lead. However, the popular star Bai Weiwei invested funds to join the production. The director frantically added scenes for Bai Weiwei, ultimately cutting Shen Tangxi’s filmed scenes and replacing them with Bai Weiwei’s.

The original female lead became the second female lead, and the original second female lead became the first.

At the time, the question of who was the female lead sparked a fierce online debate that lasted three days and three nights. Even the order of their names in the credits was fiercely contested, with fans constantly complaining to the production crew. It became a forbidden topic ever since.

Shen Tangxi felt genuinely nervous.

Yu Xingyu secretly squeezed Shen Tangxi’s hand under the table, reassuring her.

Her smooth, soft arm rubbed against her Sister’s pale legs under the short skirt.

She signaled her not to worry.

Shen Tangxi glanced at her, considering whether to let her skip the question. Eating weird ice cream wasn’t the end of the world, and since they had to kiss afterward anyway, she could just join the little puppy in eating it.

However, the next second, Yu Xingyu stated the answer she had thought of.

“D, Ten Miles of Red Makeup for You. But in the official broadcast, Teacher Shen’s screen time was 177 minutes, and the other actress’s was 304 minutes. However, the drama was based on a novel, and the original main character was the female lead played by Teacher Shen. When Teacher Shen entered the production, her filmed screen time was about 370 minutes, which was later edited down to make her the second female lead. That is my answer.”

After she spoke, the atmosphere instantly became stiff.

The host’s expression was one of shock, never expecting Yu Xingyu to be so blunt.

Yu Xingyu had previously followed Shen Tangxi’s fan forums online. Anyone who has ever been a fan knows that dedicated fans record all the feuds and grievances with other fan groups and create detailed clarification posts.

So, she had clearly found the information while browsing. She hadn’t intended to say it publicly.

It was just that since the show asked, it was necessary to speak up for her Sister’s cold personality—one who always acted low-key, never fought, and disdained using underhanded tactics.

If Shen Tangxi were the type to pursue a vendetta, the other actress would have been blacklisted long ago.

【!! Yu Xingyu, you are my God.】

【Based on this point alone, we acknowledge you as our daughter’s Alpha.】

【So brave! No one else would dare say that on this show, even if you gave them the guts.】

【Oh my God, I can already imagine Yu Xingyu is definitely going to be slammed by Bai Weiwei’s fans tomorrow.】

【I pity this silly Alpha; it’s so moving. You can tell she genuinely loves Xibao, wuwu.】

【I’m truly touched by their love.】

Yu Xingyu finished answering all three questions and looked eagerly at the trolley of delicious ice cream being brought in by the staff.

Since she answered correctly for this round, their group would be rewarded with tasty ice cream.

The comment section’s attention was now drawn back to the current segment, which was called the “Kissing Ice Cream.”

The rule had been announced: if they ate weird ice cream, they had to kiss. Eating delicious ice cream was no exception.

They still had to kiss afterward.

Yu Xingyu was now extremely excited internally.

She really loved the segments of this reality show now.

She was immensely grateful to the directors who designed this segment, as it was perfectly tailored for loving couples like them.

She couldn’t wait to eat the ice cream.

Yu Xingyu eagerly squeezed Shen Tangxi’s hand and began selecting ice cream.

Shen Tangxi was also surprised that Yu Xingyu had answered everything correctly. She had been mentally prepared to eat the weird ice cream.

Forget it. The little puppy was too naughty. No matter what storm brewed in the public opinion tomorrow, she would protect her.

Yu Xingyu chose a sweet cherry-flavored ice cream.

Shen Tangxi chose an ice cream containing peach pulp.

The colors of the ice cream they received were pink and tender, looking incredibly appetizing.

Yu Xingyu carefully spooned a bit of ice cream and fed it to Shen Tangxi, asking expectantly:

“Is it sweet?”

Shen Tangxi’s rosy lips looked like a ripe cherry, tempting one’s taste buds.

She considered the flavor: “Mm, it is sweet.”

“Then let me taste Sister’s flavor.”

Yu Xingyu leaned down impatiently to kiss her, gently sucking on Shen Tangxi’s lips.

Under the table, her slender legs gently hooked onto her Sister’s legs, slowly rubbing and teasing.

The skin on the thighs is the most sensitive area, especially the tender, pale skin there, which magnifies sensations tenfold.

This immediately made people’s hearts race, holding their breath. Adrenaline rushed through their bodies.

Two beautiful women kissing on camera were already exciting, pleasing to the eye, and intense.

The camera then unexpectedly focused under the table, capturing the two pairs of pale legs moving intimately, rubbing, teasing, and stimulating each other.

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