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At 5:45 PM, the home page of the Lü Ye Shu Huai Super Topic refreshed with a new post.

Night Crossing Star River:

Newcomer’s first edit, please bear with me.

[Video]

There were many active fans in the Super Topic every day. Seeing a CP video, they naturally clicked in.

The BGM was “Thousand Years of Tears”.

“Such an old song.”

“Childhood memory~”

“Don’t tell me it’s angst/tragic love?”

The opening was still Duan Xingye’s viral ancient costume look; fans never got tired of watching it.

The first life was ancient times. The clips were all eye contact scenes between Cheng Duzhou and Duan Xingye, pieced together. Paired with the sorrowful and melodious background music, it gave a regretful feeling of unattainable love.

The second life crossed over to the Republic of China era. The video included several Reuters photos of filming online. The two gazed at each other across a table in the library, walked hand in hand by the river, and finally passed each other in the corridor. It could be seen that it still ended in regret.

“Keeping up with current events; material released this afternoon is already edited into the video.”

“Sure it’s a newcomer? With this editing level, could the person behind the account be some big shot?”

“Wuwuwu, having a bad premonition, squatting for a HE (Happy Ending).”

The third life arrived in modern times. This life swept away the previous angst atmosphere.

Cheng Duzhou and Duan Xingye, dressed refreshingly and handsomely, got off the RV. The sea breeze blew on them, cheers and applause rang out on the beach; they were like a newlywed couple accepting blessings.

Bullet comments excited: Sweet, sweet, starting to get sweet! Getting married right off the bat in this life!

The rhythm of the subsequent scenes obviously sped up. One could tell there were too many high-sugar moments in the romance variety show, and the video editor couldn’t bear to let go of a single one, putting almost all of them in. Therefore, the clips were shorter and more numerous, but the editing logic remained clear.

In the RV, Cheng Duzhou just finished showering, shirtless, holding Duan Xingye’s face and kissing his mouth. The next second, in the tent, Duan Xingye straddled Cheng Duzhou’s lap, kissing back quickly.

Screams continued in the bullet comments: The uploader understands us!

Then seeing Duan Xingye sitting on the floor acting like a cat, the screen cut to Cheng Duzhou, but only focused on his Adam’s apple rolling up and down.

“Ahhh! So lustful!”

“Uploader is absolutely a true love fan, observing so carefully!”

“The video has such a strong sense of substitution! Feels like looking at wifey from President Cheng’s perspective.”

The scenes of the two hugging were pieced together in five segments, switching in turn from ancient times to modern times. Clothing and space constantly changed, but the people were still those two people, as if traversing time.

At the very end, the edited scene returned to the two squatting by the river in Xi Village washing vegetables. Suddenly the lens slowed down. For some unknown reason, they looked at each other and smiled.

Dreamy pink-purple flower text floated in the upper right corner of the video.

[When you smile, the sky warms up.]

Fans were already satisfied seeing this, rolling around in sweetness in the bullet comments.

The brilliance of this video lay not only in arranging numerous high-sugar scenes reasonably, sorting out a story line without abruptness, but also in the selected clips showing many details, actually making viewers feel Cheng Duzhou’s heart pounding when facing Duan Xingye.

High, simply too high level!

Just when everyone thought the progress bar couldn’t hold on, a voice-over suddenly sounded. Not the original sound of the couple from the variety show or any occasion, but the uploader’s own dubbing, thus appearing very clear.

— “If lucky, please let me reach the soul through your eyes.”

Bullet comments suddenly exploded at this moment.

“Good lord! How many Cheng Duzhous did he eat to have such a voice?”

“Shocked. Thought President Cheng personally came down to dub. This deep voice is too similar, right?”

“Is it the uploader dubbing himself?”

“Definitely a big shot pretending to be a newbie!”

“This last sentence fits the scene so well.”

However, the next second, another clean youthful voice sounded, giving everyone goosebumps.

— “If lucky, please let me touch the heart through your voice.”

Then, two voices, one deep magnetic and one melodious bright, said simultaneously.

— “Want to be with you all the way in the future.”

Unable to send bullet comments after the video ended, netizens turned to the comments section below to express the shock in their hearts.

If the video creator dubbing himself at the end showed sincerity in making the video, then the sudden addition of another voice raised the video quality by a level directly. The interaction between the two voice actors made the audience’s sweetness from shipping the CP surge.

“The final duet made my scalp explode!”

“Full marks for this imitation; voices are too similar to President Cheng and Teacher Duan! Voice actors are all monsters!”

“Begging, who are the two CVs in the video!”

“So it’s a big production. First time seeing a video so shippable from visuals to dubbing.”

This was also the reason why data such as reposts, likes, and comments soared five minutes after the video was released.

Cheng Duzhou dragged the video progress bar back to the last few seconds, listened to it again, propped his burning cheek with one hand to stroke it, and turned his head to look at Duan Xingye.

He took the cat to the pet store after finishing editing the video. Coming back, he logged into the newly registered alt account, but didn’t check the video before publishing, clicking upload directly.

Turns out it was already replaced by Duan Xingye. His last audio track was split, and Duan Xingye’s voice was added.

Thinking that Duan Xingye clearly knew everything but deliberately ignored him just now, watching him get anxious and asking who edited the video, obviously holding a teasing mood.

And his pretentious promotion was all seen by Duan Xingye; undoubtedly, he would be mocked. Cheng Duzhou felt ashamed himself.

Duan Xingye sensed Cheng Duzhou’s gaze at this time. Looking over, he saw Cheng Duzhou’s face flushed red, dark eyes flashing with broken light, looking at people with moist eyes like a dog receiving a reward.

Duan Xingye couldn’t stand seeing Cheng Duzhou like this the most. Lifting his foot, he kicked him again: “Embarrassing or not, day in and day out.”

A Movie Emperor after all, hiding in the study sneaking to edit CP promotion videos, posting online pretending to be a newbie. Laughing people to death if told.

Cheng Duzhou was like a tumbler toy; kicked askew, he returned to position. Throwing his phone aside, he climbed onto the sofa instead.

“What, what?” Although his sofa was big enough, it was only suitable for one person to lie down. Duan Xingye was unhappy with Cheng Duzhou grabbing his territory, watching his approach defensively.

Cheng Duzhou insisted on squeezing into the gap between Duan Xingye and the sofa back to lie on his side.

Duan Xingye couldn’t drive him away and planned to get up himself, but was scooped into Cheng Duzhou’s arms, an arm crossing over his collarbone.

Cheng Duzhou said, “You watch yours, I won’t disturb you.”

Duan Xingye frowned slightly, ignoring him, resting on the man’s arm to continue watching the movie.

Cheng Duzhou pressed against Duan Xingye’s back, sniffing his hair from time to time, then sniffing the back of his neck, whispering, “If you think it’s embarrassing, why did you record a segment for me?”

Duan Xingye guessed Cheng Duzhou cared about someone editing a video of him and the trainee last night, feeling the official couple status was shaken, so he had to edit one himself. This was nothing; he had experienced similar unhappy feelings, just that he couldn’t do something as childish as Cheng Duzhou.

But after checking the video, to Duan Xingye’s surprise, he actually watched it and finished it patiently.

Duan Xingye wasn’t purely mocking; he could appreciate Cheng Duzhou’s intention more or less. At least many clips in the video, he didn’t take to heart before, but Cheng Duzhou found them all from the romance variety show.

Perhaps holding a feeling that this local dog was pitifully stupid, he decided to do something.

This was a video concerning two people. If only Cheng Duzhou dubbed it alone, it would be even more pitiful.

“If I didn’t record a segment for you, it would be even more embarrassing, understand?” Duan Xingye watched the TV, nuzzling a comfortable position on Cheng Duzhou’s arm.

Cheng Duzhou knew Duan Xingye was picky about everything. Probably looked down on the video he edited, unable to bear it anymore, so he helped change the ending.

Cheng Duzhou hugged Duan Xingye very affectionately, tightening his arm, not letting go even if despised.

Duan Xingye just wanted to watch a movie quietly, ignoring the person behind him.

But after being peaceful for a while, he felt a ball of hot air against his ear saying: “Duan Xingye, you are so good to me…”

Duan Xingye pursed his lips lightly. Uncontrollably, heat rose on his face too.

Cheng Duzhou whispered small talk in a low voice: “Let me go to the scene to see you tomorrow.”

Duan Xingye: “No.”

Him visiting the film set was a request from All the Way With You. Cheng Duzhou didn’t need to come to Singer-Songwriter to visit his set. Making it look like they were very familiar.

Cheng Duzhou stroked down his forearm to his hand, interlocking fingers, deciding on his own: “I’m going to see you.”

Duan Xingye ignored him.

Cheng Duzhou felt so happy he was about to melt at this moment. Just hugging Duan Xingye wasn’t enough to express his happiness and affection.

He lowered his eyes, looking at Duan Xingye’s soft white ear exposed outside his hair, then touched Duan Xingye’s hand to his lips, asking uncertainly: “Are you hungry now?”

“Not hungry.”

“Then I’ll cook later?”

“Mn.”

“…”

“…”

Inside the quiet living room, after a rustling sound.

Duan Xingye suddenly elbowed backward at Cheng Duzhou, his tone exasperated: “If you have nothing to do, go cook now!”

“I have something to do…” Cheng Duzhou’s voice was lighter, and softer. “Cook later…”

“You… close the curtains in daytime!”

“Later…”

However, the “later” Cheng Duzhou said, was waiting for more than a little while.

The next morning, Cheng Duzhou returned to the crew.

In the afternoon, Duan Xingye set off for the neighboring province to participate in the recording of Singer-Songwriter.

The second episode was the trainees’ debut stage performance, but before the official start, the three mentors all had solo shows.

Duan Xingye arrived at the place not too early. Entering the lounge, he started changing clothes. His performance outfits were rarely casual style, wearing a deep black suit similar to formal wear, big brand haute couture. Just looking with eyes, one knew the suit fabric was high-end, the cut fitting the body lines perfectly, accentuating the narrow waist and long legs.

Duan Xingye sat in front of the mirror with eyes closed, letting the stylist blow-dry his hair.

Right at this moment.

A knock came from outside.

Duan Xingye opened his eyes, looking through the mirror.

The door opened. Jin Zimi walked in smiling, followed by Tao Ziyi.

They arrived early and were already ready, dropping by before recording started.

Duan Xingye withdrew his gaze, lowering his eyes, picking up his phone to check.

Less than an hour left until recording started.

Audience entry time was almost over.

Jin Zimi was exchanging pleasantries with Duan Xingye. Tao Ziyi just listened, not speaking. Here at Singer-Songwriter, he might know his strength wasn’t enough, daring not provoke Duan Xingye openly.

The director hurried in at this time, tone urgent: “Teacher Duan, Elder Zheng just sent a message. There might be changes to your program arrangement.”

Tao Ziyi’s brows instantly filled with joy. Guessed it long ago; the golden song Duan Xingye prepared couldn’t be sung at all.

Previously, the program team gave Duan Xingye alternative songs, but Duan Xingye insisted on singing Dawn, and even made arrangements. The program team definitely couldn’t persuade Elder Zheng despite trying every method. Now he had to change songs on the spot.

Too miserable. But this was the price of conceit.

Tao Ziyi covered his lips to prevent himself from laughing out loud.

Duan Xingye was unhurried, saying, “What message?”

The director opened a tablet, handing it to him: “Elder Zheng just sent a thank-you video over a minute long, thinking your adaptation is very successful. Our program team communicated and plans to play this video externally before you go on stage. Do you think it’s okay?”

Just inserting a small procedure. Duan Xingye said, “Okay.”

Tao Ziyi was dumbfounded on the spot.

Not only was the song copyright obtained, but Elder Zheng also personally recorded a video to support Duan Xingye. How much face was this?

He said blankly, “Real… really Elder Zheng?”

The director looked at him: “Yes.”

Tao Ziyi’s mouth twitched: “How come I heard from a friend not long ago that Elder Zheng was determined to retire and didn’t want to appear in public view.”

“Yes, yes.” The director felt deeply, saying, “Originally, the copyright matter was hopeless. We told Teacher Duan so. As a result, Teacher Duan called Elder Zheng on the spot, stating he wanted to sing this song. Elder Zheng agreed without a second word. This was solved using Teacher Duan’s connections.”

Tao Ziyi was even more astonished, looking at Duan Xingye: “You know Elder Zheng?”

Duan Xingye gave a faint mn, making it clear he didn’t want to talk much.

Tao Ziyi really couldn’t figure out how someone even the Heavenly King couldn’t move was settled by Duan Xingye just like that.

Where did Duan Xingye get such influence!

After everyone left, only the sound of the hairdryer remained in the lounge.

Duan Xingye glanced at WeChat from time to time, then put it down as if nothing happened.

Until five minutes before the opening, he turned the phone over and threw it on the counter.

The somewhat loud noise startled Xiao Dai. Looking in the mirror, he found Teacher Duan’s face inexplicably a bit cold.

Suddenly, a knock sounded outside the door.

The string in Duan Xingye’s heart was lifted again, looking over.

The door opened, and a staff member poked his head in: “Teacher Duan, you can enter now.”

Duan Xingye lowered his lashes, pursed his lips, jaw tightening for a moment.

Shanghai to here took three or four hours. Since he had to return to the set, the little time during the day wasn’t enough to film two scenes; how could he still come to the recording site.

— “I can always be by your side.”

Don’t say things you can’t do.

Duan Xingye adjusted the hem of his shirt and stood up.

…

Going from the lounge to the studio still passed through the lobby. The edge of the cordoned-off line was full of fans who couldn’t enter.

Seeing Duan Xingye walk out of the corridor, everyone’s shouts became crazy immediately.

“Teacher Duan! Teacher Duan! I love you—!”

“Teacher Duan so handsome!!!”

Duan Xingye lowered his head adjusting his headset, ignoring them. Even if his persona in the romance variety show almost collapsed, he always maintained a distance from fans.

Right at this moment.

A tall figure struggled through the crowd, panting a bit: “Excuse me, excuse me…”

The gentle and polite voice was quickly drowned out.

However, a girl nearby inadvertently turned her head to look, eyes staring straight immediately, erupting into a new round of screams. Too excited to speak, she could only scream.

Duan Xingye looked up following the sound, stunned for only half a second.

He saw Cheng Duzhou standing out from the crowd (crane among chickens), squeezing all the way through to the security guard guarding the cordon line.

Before Cheng Duzhou looked up, Duan Xingye withdrew his gaze in time, pretending not to see him, entering the studio with a straight posture.

Fans nearby recognized Cheng Duzhou, and the atmosphere at the door became even more enthusiastic.

The security guard faced a big star up close for the first time. After all, real people felt different from seeing on TV. He dared not be sure at first: “You are…”

Cheng Duzhou had run over urgently from the recording base entrance. Seeing Duan Xingye about to enter the studio helplessly, afraid of being blocked, he pointed at Duan Xingye’s back, panting to the security guard: “I am that person’s husband.”

“…”

Duan Xingye’s steps paused abruptly. Closing his eyes, disregarding the high-decibel screams in the lobby, he turned back towards the door.

Hurry up and take him away, embarrassing.

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Author’s Note:

President Cheng stops panting: See, didn’t lie to you, my wifey came to pick me up.

Security Guard: …

(This big star is strangely down-to-earth)