Vase cannon fodder is pampered by the group again

Chapter 62.1

Editor: Jodi

Not in a relationship, but in pursuit…

Lu Xiao’s words were even more shocking than outright saying they were dating—it was absolutely mind-blowing!

The head of the top-tier Lu Group, openly and tenderly saying on camera that he was chasing after a little trophy vase actor in the entertainment industry?

Shen Ci: “….”

Everyone: “….”

The variety show set fell into dead silence, and the well-known damage control expert, Guo Ruoruo, let out an awkward laugh. “You two must have a really good relationship to joke around like this.”

Lu Xiao’s lips curled into a faint smile. “It’s not a joke. I’ve been pursuing him for a long time.”

Guo Ruoruo: “….”

He actually kicked away the step she gave him… The level of damage control needed here was basically on par with Nüwa patching up the sky. Guo Ruoruo had no way to handle it.

Shen Ci looked calm on the surface, but inside, he was on the verge of breaking down.

Lu Xiao pulled this move way too suddenly! He didn’t discuss it with him or even run it by the PR team.

Even though it wasn’t a full-on announcement, Shen Ci was at a critical point in his career. Anything relationship-related had to be handled carefully.

Afraid of saying the wrong thing, Shen Ci didn’t dare open his mouth. He could only glare at Lu Xiao, signaling him to stop before it was too late.

But in Lu Xiao’s eyes, Shen Ci’s round, doe-like glare just made him look like a little kitten, acting all fierce but actually just being pouty.

Cute and completely non-threatening, he just made him want to scoop him up and cuddle him, smoothing down his fur…

Unfortunately, at this moment, acting cute wasn’t going to work on him.

As a professional host, Guo Ruoruo quickly composed herself, put on a poised and gentle smile, and smoothly switched topics.

For the rest of the recording, she was extra careful not to bring up anything about relationships, staying on guard in case another unexpected bomb got dropped.

Luckily, after dropping his shocking statement, Lu Xiao lost interest in the variety show’s content altogether—it was like he had come just to say those words.

The people around them could more or less sense it—Lu Xiao’s gaze was almost entirely fixed on Shen Ci. His deep, focused eyes were filled with undisguised joy and indulgence, all of it directed at Shen Ci alone.

This… This was really the look and attitude of someone in pursuit. The onlookers who weren’t familiar with their relationship were completely shaken.

This was Lu Xiao they were talking about! A legendary figure who could command the wind and rain with just a crook of his finger…

No matter how privileged Shen Ci’s background was, if Lu Xiao wanted to, he had all the means necessary to turn him into a pampered little canary in his palm.

By the time the recording wrapped up, Guo Ruoruo felt like she had barely survived. That was way too nerve-wracking.

Shen Ci had just turned to head backstage when Yang Ning pounced on him, grabbing his shoulders excitedly. “Idol, don’t leave yet! It’s been forever—let’s chat!”

Wei Shuo, following behind them, shivered as if he got goosebumps and rolled his eyes. “Disgusting every time I hear it.”

Yang Ning tsk’d and immediately switched targets, launching into a verbal battle with Wei Shuo, leaving Shen Ci both amused and exasperated.

They were really a pair of nemesis… Shen Ci looked at Lu Xiao helplessly. The tall, handsome man gave a faint smile. “Are you heading to the company for training later?”

Shen Ci nodded, but when he saw the half-smiling look on Lu Xiao’s face, he suddenly became alert. “Little Uncle, you’re not thinking of…”

Lu Xiao nodded with a smile. “Going to class with you. I said I’m chasing you, so I have to take every opportunity.”

“….” Shen Ci thought to himself, he’s really on a roll today. He had no choice but to use Great Demon King Lu’s biggest weakness. “Little Uncle, don’t you have work? You’ve already wasted enough time on that variety show today.”

Lu Xiao turned his head and looked at him casually. “I work to make money, and I make money to take care of you.”

“If I can’t win you over, then working is meaningless.”

Shen Ci was momentarily speechless. He had no comeback for that.

“Nonsense…” Shen Ci’s face flushed. He lowered his head, quickened his pace, and left everyone behind as he slipped into the dressing room.

Lu Xiao chuckled, placed his hands in his pockets, and followed unhurriedly.

Wei Shuo and Yang Ning, who had witnessed the entire exchange, looked at each other in shock.

Who could possibly handle this…

Lu Xiao kept his word, because he went with Shen Ci to training—and even planned to sit in and watch.

He was the big boss of Yunxiao Entertainment. Who in the company would dare go against him? The more perceptive staff members even prepared tea for him.

Shen Ci, who had changed into his casual training clothes and entered the practice room: “…..”

Lu Xiao, sitting there gracefully, gave him a warm smile.

In the end, Shen Ci still managed to kick Lu Xiao out of the practice room—but not before Lu Xiao, like a rogue, pinned him in a corner and said he’d only leave if he got a kiss.

Shen Ci could only go on his tiptoes to give him a quick peck.

However just as he blushed and tried to push him out, Lu Xiao, as expected, grabbed his chin and stole another deep kiss. By the time Shen Ci stumbled back into the practice room, he was dazed and lightheaded.

Shen Ci pressed his slightly swollen lips, his earlobes tinged pink.

This wasn’t chasing at all. Lu Xiao was clearly just using it as an excuse to bully him…

Using “taking care of Shen Ci’s leg injury” as an excuse, Lu Xiao had been staying over at Shen Ci’s little apartment for the past few days, forcibly helping him bathe, apply heat packs, and put on medicine.

As a result, every night, Lu Xiao had Shen Ci flustered to the brink of explosion. Yet, Shen Ci couldn’t bear to send him away, so he could only continue suffering in sweet agony.