Has Duan Shiba Turned the Tables? [Showbiz]

An old-fashioned story, possibly with a chaotic, plot-driven narrative. Read with caution!

[Synopsis]

Male lead's perspective, career-focused main plot | Female lead may be little more than a background character | Rich ensemble cast

Comeback wish-fulfillment story | Logic not guaranteed | No real-life basis | Don't read into it | Don't overanalyze

#01

Fake mom fans, other celebrities' fans: "Aaaaaah, baby!" "He's so cute and cuddly lately, sob!" "Take good care of yourself! Mommy loves you, aaaaaah!"

Real mom fans, Duan Yikai's fans: "What are you doing here? Finished filming your drama? Your magazine shoot? Got any endorsements? Filmed any variety shows?" "If you sneak off to play Canyon again, every one of us will report you with a separate account." "Look at the others in your cohort, all nearly A-listers. Duan Eighteen, aren't you ashamed?"

[Congratulations! You have received an SSR: A contract with GR Entertainment.]

[Congratulations! You have received an SSR: Star agent Xu Zhiyi.]

So Duan Shiba started working hard. In one year, he cleared his name of all the scandals. In two years, his pay doubled. In three years, he became the most popular star. In four years, he landed a Blue Blood endorsement. In five years, he took home a Golden Horse Award.

Fans: Kaikai, what other surprises do you have in store for us?

#02

When Ruan Wugui became the youngest Best Actress to win a Magnolia Award, she ended her acceptance speech with the words, "I'll wait for you."

Half a year later, Duan Yikai won the Golden Horse Award for Best Actor. In his acceptance speech, he said, "Thank you for accepting me, even though I came from the mud."

Netizens started digging and discovered that the two had been secretly dating ever since they worked together three years ago. A little-known app was full of their records.

When they officially went public with their relationship, Duan Yikai grinned smugly. "I wrote that app myself."

Netizens: They helped each other reach the top and reunited at the summit, and you're telling me you don't ship them? I'm so invested!

Theme: Hard work pays off