A Top-Tier Green Tea Actress Enters a Dating Reality Show - Chapter 28

“Bang!”

When the sound rang out, Meng Ziqing trembled like a startled rabbit, her arms wrapped around Qin Yue tightening even further.

She buried her head firmly in Qin Yue’s embrace, refusing to come out, huddled like a quail.

Qin Yue could feel the hot, seeping dampness on her shoulder—it wasn’t sweat from her morning workout, but Meng Ziqing’s tears.

“You scared me to death,” Meng Ziqing sobbed, her voice helpless and tearful. “I was almost hit.”

Meng Ziqing was genuinely terrified. It was 2030, and education on the legal system was widespread. She had expected Gu Yang to be emotionally agitated, or even that he would retaliate against her family later.

But since they had already torn off their masks, neither side needed to be kind.

She truly hadn’t expected him to be so brazen as to attempt violence in broad daylight, right in front of witnesses!

A live lunatic…

Meng Ziqing cursed inwardly, her heart still beating furiously. The exhaustion radiating from her joints and muscles made her feel even more powerless.

It was the feeling of powerlessness in the face of the overwhelming gap in physical strength between men and women.

“It’s alright, shh, it’s over now.”

Qin Yue felt the tight grip around her waist and her heart ached. She tried her best to relax her furrowed brow, softening her clear, cool voice as she gently stroked Meng Ziqing’s slender back, like comforting a frightened child.

“Qingqing, be good, don’t be afraid. I’m back.”

“It’s over. He has no power to hurt you now.”

“My sweet, don’t be afraid… don’t be afraid…” Qin Yue’s voice was also choked with a sob, and the fingers of the hand comforting Meng Ziqing trembled uncontrollably. “I’m back, don’t worry.”

She turned her head and took a deep breath. A sheen of moisture surfaced in her clear, cool eyes, glittering in the sunlight.

The emotions swirling within were complex: heartache, anger, disgust… several emotions intertwined, condensing into a sour, difficult lump in her throat.

What happened? Everything was fine.

Before she went for her morning workout, the little one was still lazily sleeping in bed. Yet, when she returned, she hadn’t even reached the door before hearing the sound of things being smashed and vile cursing from inside.

Immediately after, she saw Meng Ziqing’s frantic, dodging figure.

The wild and spirited little fox had truly turned into a drenched, pathetic puppy.

“Sister, I’m scared,” Meng Ziqing raised her head, her voice tearful. She glanced quickly at Gu Yang on the floor and immediately turned her gaze away in fear.

He must die.

A hint of cold, cruel resolve flashed in Meng Ziqing’s eyes.

Meng Ziqing took a deep breath. Her voice was weak, but loud enough for the viewers in the live stream to hear clearly.

“I know Gu Yang likes Sister, too, and seeing Sister and me being close would make him jealous. But I still went and provoked him, intentionally making him angry. I wanted him to withdraw, but I never expected…”

Meng Ziqing lowered her eyes, her long lashes fluttering, a tear clinging to them. It was such a “green tea” move, yet it was impossible to be mad at her. “I never expected him to charge at me with his fist raised.”

She shivered as if waking from a nightmare, tears streaming down. “Help, that was too terrifying.”

“Sister, I’m sorry.”

“I shouldn’t have provoked someone else just because I like Sister.” She apologized, choked up, her eyes filled with water mist, and her nose and the corners of her eyes were red.

She looked utterly pathetic.

He deserves to die. Qin Yue closed her eyes, feeling a sense of collapse, her hands clenched into fists that audibly cracked.

She took a deep breath, trying hard to calm the rage boiling inside her, determined not to become a perpetrator of violence herself.

“You… are a bitch too,” Gu Yang painfully twisted his body on the floor. He writhed like a maggot, curled up, his bloodshot eyes filled only with hatred. He crawled towards the two women, his large hand gripping the floor, the cruel veins on his fingers bulging.

“You’re all bitches!”

He truly was sick—an inherited mental illness. Now that it had flared up, he recognized no one.

Damn it, it’s come to this, and he’s still effing cursing?!

Violent man, go to hell!

What kind of creature is this? He couldn’t win against the ‘White Moonlight’ so he attacked his romantic rival, and then he curses the ‘White Moonlight’ after being restrained.

My god, what a vile man.

The live stream audience cursed him.

At the same time, the hashtag #LoveShowAssault# quietly and rapidly climbed the trending search list.

“Save that filth for your cellmates,” Qin Yue said coldly.

As she spoke, the sound of police sirens blared from outside the door behind her.

“You…” Gu Yang raised his head in disbelief. What kind of people were they? They actually dared to call the police.

In despair, he looked towards the doorway, unexpectedly meeting Meng Ziqing’s eyes, and was so stunned his own eyes widened like brass bells.

The gentle sunlight outside shone into the room. The girl stood silhouetted in the doorway, the light bright and glorious behind her, but the space in front of her was dim and obscure. Her light blue dress hem swayed slightly, her posture like that of a deity, yet her expression in the shadow was cold and detached.

She met his gaze calmly, her lips moving silently, as if delivering a verdict.

Go. To. Hell.

His heart sank.

Then, he watched the girl turn and walk towards her light.

And he, towards the cold handcuffs of the police.

Ninety Days of Love was the hottest dating reality show at the time. The show was famous for claiming to have no script, providing the cast members with the best possible dating experience.

The tasks arranged by the production team were interesting, the cast members were high-quality and easy on the eyes, and their on-screen romance was addictive.

The variety show used a simultaneous live stream and recorded broadcast format.

The live stream ran every day from 9 AM to 11 AM, and the recorded dating videos from the previous week were aired every Sunday on the platform.

Most people could not watch the live stream all day, but they would habitually tune into the platform to watch the romance clips.

This situation only lasted until last week.

The trending search Love Show Assault launched them into nationwide fame.

What was originally a show mainly watched by young people exploded in popularity among all ages.

Initially, the internet was filled with continuous condemnation, but gradually, other voices emerged.

He’s a man; having a burst of passion is perfectly understandable.

Meng Ziqing wasn’t hurt, was she? If she wasn’t hurt, it’s fine.

It’s not a big deal. Why involve the police?

CEO Gu is so unlucky. He went on a dating show and was sent to a detention center. His company’s stock is about to crash.

Don’t mention it, I own shares in his company. F*ck, this woman must be crazy, making such a fuss over something so small and calling the police?!

The public opinion began to reverse.

In reality, the show’s recording was temporarily suspended due to Gu Yang’s actions, and the cast members returned to their respective homes.

In a one-bedroom apartment in the city center.

The CP system fretted, “Host, what should we do?”

Too many people online were cursing Meng Ziqing, and the mission progress value was also being affected.

“It’s fine. Just proceed as I instructed you before,” Meng Ziqing said calmly.

“Go check on Gu Yang’s current situation for me,” Meng Ziqing told the CP system, seeing it anxiously spinning in circles, assigning it something to do.

“Okay, Host, I’m going now.” The CP system flew out as if it finally had a purpose.

The CP system flew all the way to the detention center and immediately saw Gu Yang there with an unexpected person.

It quickly flew to the wall, cautiously hiding, although no one could see it anyway.

Inside the detention center.

Gu Yang was irritably standing with his arms crossed, confronting the variety show’s director opposite him.

He had been there for four or five days. He had stubble on his chin and dark circles under his eyes. In just four or five days, he had lost his former swagger.

In front of him was a contract terminating his participation in the show.

“Ms. Tao, I don’t think I need to terminate the contract,” Gu Yang rubbed his temple, his tone impatient.

“I am fully aware of the public opinion outside. You can check for yourself; I haven’t caused any negative impact on the production team. In fact, I’ve raised its popularity even further.”

There was contempt in his eyes. “Ms. Tao, we’re in the same circle, and we’ve known each other for a while. Is it appropriate for you to kick me off the show just for Meng Ziqing?”

“Let me be clear, I’m not removing you solely for Ms. Meng, but for the safety of my entire production crew,” the director adjusted her glasses and pursed her lips, her face devoid of any emotional change.

“I didn’t hit her.” Gu Yang laughed in anger; his face contorted with hatred. “I didn’t even touch a single hair on that woman, Meng Ziqing. Instead, I was kicked by Qin Yue, and now my future is uncertain. And you’re making me quit?!”

“Wouldn’t it be too late if you had hit her?” The director raised her eyes and replied more forcefully. She stood up and turned to leave. “The contract is here. According to the contract, Mr. Gu, remember to pay the liquidated damages on time.”

“Overdue payments will be handled through legal procedures,” the director said coolly.

“Dammit…”

Gu Yang gritted his teeth and stared fiercely at the director’s retreating back, smashing his fist violently on the table, which made a loud noise. The contract fluttered to the floor.

The contract landed right next to the CP system, startling the little light ball, which scrambled away.

Gu Yang stepped on the contract, his lips pressed tight, his narrowed eyes full of fierce malice.

Meng Ziqing, Qin Yue… and the entire dating show—he wouldn’t let any of them off the hook.

“That’s how it is.”

Meng Ziqing listened to the news transmitted by the CP system with her eyes closed, her finger tapping thoughtfully on her arm. After an unknown amount of time passed, she suddenly smiled.

Meng Ziqing slowly opened her eyes, casually glancing at the constantly jumping various data on the computer screen on her desk. Her eyes were indifferent and emotionless.

Round One: Meng Ziqing was subjected to online attacks, but Gu Yang was sent to the detention center, and his company’s stock plummeted.

Meng Ziqing was barely victorious.

“Let’s play slowly,” Meng Ziqing said meaningfully.

Suddenly, remembering something, she lazily got up, went to the bathroom to wash up, and put on makeup, preparing to go out.

“Host, are you going out to find evidence now?” The CP system looked at the scorching sun outside, its data-driven mind unable to figure out why she was going out.

Its host was lazy, useless, and a homebody; even her running and exercise were done on a treadmill at home.

For her to go out on such a hot day was practically a miracle.

“Who goes out to collect evidence in this weather?” Meng Ziqing gave the CP system a strange look, then squeezed a large dollop of sunscreen and rubbed it on her arms.

“Qin Yue said a few days ago that her cat could do a backflip,” she said leisurely. “I’m going to see.”

CP system: “…”

Was it so hard to just say you missed her?

The pace of the internet was incredibly fast. Two more days passed, and the storm had quietly subsided.

And Gu Yang was released from the detention center early through personal connections.

When he walked out of the detention center, Gu Yang felt like the air outside was sweet. His assistant had been waiting early and diligently opened the car door for him as soon as he emerged.

“Take me to the company first,” Gu Yang said.

His company’s stock price had been driven to an outrageously low level by Meng Ziqing’s actions, and the old man at home had cursed him more than once.

If they weren’t currently in the eye of the storm, with many competitors watching them, how could he have really stayed in the detention center for so long?

Thinking of this, Gu Yang’s face darkened.

The hatred in his heart for Meng Ziqing intensified twofold.

As he thought this, he coldly pulled out his phone, intending to let public opinion ferment again and drag Meng Ziqing’s family company down with her, but the top trending search term made him subconsciously drop his phone.

His face was shocked, his eyes wide like copper bells, and he breathed heavily.

The trending search term was clearly: Gu CEO Released On Bail With Mental Illness Diagnosis

At Qin Yue’s home, Qin Yue was handling work on the bed while Meng Ziqing was leisurely resting her head on Qin Yue’s lap, playing on her phone.

Seeing Meng Ziqing’s eyes curved, smiling like a fox who had gotten her way, Qin Yue asked amusedly, “What are you so happy about?”

“Something interesting, of course.”

Meng Ziqing winked at her, revealing her cute little bunny teeth. “Preparation is complete. I’m already eager to start.”

“Alright…” Qin Yue chuckled. “Tell me when you’re done playing, and I’ll clean up the mess.”

Round Two.

It had already begun the moment Gu Yang stepped out of the detention center.