The Film Queen Is Cold and Ruthless, Only Sends Money - Chapter 8.2

Jiang Zhi had only managed to film the preview segment by turning down some of her other commitments to free up time.

Almost as soon as the production team left, Wen Yun arrived at the villa to pick Jiang Zhi up for her next work engagement.

When Su Yun learned that Jiang Zhi was heading out of town for promotional events, she was surprised. “You’re that busy? I thought you’d be able to stay until the show started airing.”

“It’s fine. The rest of my schedule is just routine work with the crew,” Jiang Zhi replied, unfazed.

“Then make sure you get enough rest. Don’t overwork yourself,” Su Yun said.

She knew Jiang Zhi had her own artistic standards when it came to film, so she didn’t press further just quietly reminded her generous benefactor to take care of herself.

“Thank you,” Jiang Zhi nodded, then gestured for Wen Yun to greet Su Yun. “If you can’t reach me later, you can contact Wen Jie.”

Only after Jiang Zhi left did Su Yun vaguely realize.

Had Jiang Zhi’s parting words been an invitation for her to stay in touch?

–

By the time Qiao Miao and “Carrot Porridge” were exchanging challenges online or rather, when “Carrot Porridge” unilaterally issued a bet Su Yun’s trending topics hadn’t yet blown up.

But when she logged off, the internet was already flooded with Su Yun’s name and her so-called “quotable quotes.”

For “Carrot Porridge,” however, all of this pointed to one undeniable fact: Su Yun really did seem different from before.

Her heartbeat quickened, but the bet had already been made there was no turning back now.

She could only console herself with the thought that maybe this was all just a marketing ploy by Su Yun to reshape public perception.

Once the variety show started airing live, with no managers or teammates to help her, Su Yun’s true personality would inevitably come to light.

Reassured by this, “Carrot Porridge’s” panicked mind settled slightly.

As the days passed, she continued her usual routine of checking in and posting in Liu Yangran’s fan community.

But today, the forum was unusually lively.

“Carrot Porridge” quickly realized why today was the release date for the preview of Dear Them.

Fans eagerly awaiting the new season had already gathered under the show’s official Weibo account.

“Carrot Porridge” hurried over as well. While the preview wasn’t as revealing as a live broadcast, it was still a video maybe she could spot some cracks in Su Yun’s facade.

If she could find evidence, she could shut “QiaoQiaoQiaoQiaoQiao” up right then and there, declaring her opponent’s bet a failure without even waiting for the live broadcast.

[Dear Them Official Weibo: The Season 3 preview will be released at 10 AM sharp. Thank you for your support.

Special thanks to our guests: @Lin Yan @Xu Zhi, @Jing Zhaozhao @Xue Su, @Jiang Zhi @Su Yun, @Liu Yangran @Ye Ying]

The production team, along with the guests, will explore the local customs and breathtaking landscapes of various regions. Stay tuned~]

When the production team sent out the teaser notification for the preview episode, they also released the guest list for this season, instantly trending on social media.

[!!! Why does the preview episode need its own teaser, production team?!]

[This lineup production team, you’re really going all out! I have to watch this now!]

[Wait, let me break it down!

Lin Yan is a renowned director, and her partner Xu Zhi is a civilian florist, but their relationship has been stable for three or four years.

Jing Zhaozhao is arguably the top singer right now, with each album selling millions. Her girlfriend, Su Xue, is adorable, a disciple of a famous traditional Chinese painter!

No need to introduce Jiang Zhi and Su Yun, I’ll just say Jiang Zhi’s status in the film industry is unshakable!

Liu Yangran has been thriving over the past two years, transitioning into a serious actor. It’s unfair, she and her girlfriend Ye Ying just went public recently. I wonder how their relationship is?]

[Lin Yan’s pair is probably the most stable, serving as the show’s safety net. The other three couples are all so intriguing!]

[Thanks for the summary, commenter above. So, is Su Yun the most.]

[Using ellipses because you’re afraid Su Yun will see this, huh? Hahahaha!]

[Can’t you just release the preview episode now? Production team, you’re really dragging this out!]

[+10086!]

“Carrot Porridge” also commented “+1,” too distracted to even check her idol’s latest post.

All her attention was focused on imagining what Su Yun would look like in the preview.

With only ten minutes left until the announced 10 AM release, she refreshed the page almost every minute.

[Official Weibo of Dear Them: Four couples, unique stories. Are you curious about how their daily lives differ from their public personas? Love, life, self, future, join them in experiencing the most vibrant lives!]

At exactly 10 AM, the production team released the full preview episode.

–

Qiao Miao was also waiting on Dear Them’s Weibo page. The moment the preview dropped, she immediately hit play.

The opening of the preview showcased all eight guests, their appearances shuffled, each wearing expressions unlike their usual selves.

For example, the typically composed Lin Yan stood dumbfounded in the kitchen, cautiously sneaking glances at her phone;

The usually cool and reticent Jing Zhaozhao looked utterly flustered, while the adorable Su Xue stood with hands on her hips, seemingly angry;

Liu Yangran and her girlfriend appeared to be in a pottery shop, their atmosphere warm and intimate;

Finally, there was Su Yun, one scene showed her calmly playing video games on the sofa, while another captured her sharing a meal with Jiang Zhi.

The preview ran about four minutes, with limited time allotted to each couple.

Even so, those few minutes were enough to pique the audience’s curiosity.

Turns out, Lin Yan was hiding in the kitchen because she couldn’t cook and was secretly planning to order takeout; Jing Zhaozhao and Su Xue were arguing over late-night songwriting; Liu Yangran and Ye Ying were on a date.

Arguments, kisses, embraces, dates.

Including the final Easter egg: [“Please write down your impressions of each other and your thoughts on the future of your relationship on this card. The contents of the card will be revealed in the final episode of the show~”]

After the production team left this message, the preview clip officially came to an end.

[??? Production team, why tell us there’s an Easter egg only to reveal it in the final episode?! Is this how you bait us?!]

[Oh my god, I saw my favorite CP! So sweet, so sweet! Can the production team start airing the show now?!]

[I saw mine too they were clearly arguing, but I was so full of dog food!]

[Am I the only one who noticed that Su Yun and Jiang Zhi’s vibe is completely different from the others? Every time the camera cuts to them, I can’t help but laugh for no reason.]

[Not exactly different, just… too normal? The other guests are either fighting or dating, but Su Yun and Jiang Zhi seem to be genuinely “living their daily lives”eating, chatting, how is that any different from my own life?!]

[Upstairs, you might not be exactly like Su Yun, you definitely don’t have a wife.]

[Why did I just get kicked the moment I entered this thread?! Upstairs, you’re a criminal! Drag them out!]

[What kind of game is Su Yun even playing to stay so calm? Every time I get a bad draw or encounter stupid teammates, I feel like I’m about to explode!]

[Where has this thread even gone? So, can anyone tell what’s going on between them? It feels different from what I imagined.]

[Anyone with eyes can see, they’re more like roommate.]

[Too obvious, no one even wants to discuss it anymore, hahahaha.]

After the preview was released, fans of each pairing were buzzing with excitement, and comments were pouring in at a rate of thousands per second.

Yet, amidst the heated discussions, one comment’s likes were skyrocketing at an alarming rate, slowly drawing everyone’s attention.

[QiaoQiaoQiaoQiao: Did anyone notice what flashed by during that shaky camera moment in the preview just now?]

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