Yao Tiao is a top actress in China's entertainment industry. Just like her name suggests, she is graceful and curvaceous, like a ripe berry, both innocent and seductive. Her captivating, almond-shaped eyes sparkle, while the beauty mark beneath them makes her look as if she's about to burst into tears or whisper something unsaid. She's alluring without even realizing it.
But this flirtatious woman never takes responsibility for the hearts she captures. Her love life has remained a mystery throughout her years in showbiz. Admirers have pursued her one after another, and every one of them has come away disappointed.
In truth, Yao Tiao has a secret: she once had a relationship with Lu Junhuai, the second young master of the Lu family and the entertainment industry's newest triple-crown Best Actor.
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Lu Junhuai, the second young master of the Lu family in Qincheng, is handsome and refined, with a cool, austere air that makes him seem almost divine. Socialites flock around him with intentions that are obvious, but he always rebuffs them with effortless composure.
Back when Yao Tiao was still a C-list actress, she was lucky enough to win the heart of this aloof man. They kept their relationship quiet, but unfortunately, they broke up not long afterward.
Yao Tiao was the one who asked to break up.
On the day they split, whether out of spite or in an attempt to seem carefree, they each posted on Weibo.
@Yao Tiao: I don't want happiness. I only want to become stronger!
@Lu Junhuai: Freedom, huh? Feels great!
Their breakup declarations, like a conversation shouted across a distance, were a modest offering to their secret relationship and secret breakup!
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Who could have imagined that Lu Junhuai, born with a silver spoon in his mouth, would one day give up his place as heir to the family fortune and venture into showbiz?
Everyone thought the rich young master was just bored and wanted to dabble in acting. But shortly after his debut, he swept the major award ceremonies with a critically acclaimed box-office hit, becoming a rising star in the industry.
Fate has a way of bringing old adversaries together.
They are both invited to serve as relationship observers on a dating show featuring ordinary people, and tacitly pretend they don't know each other.
During filming, the conversation turns to couples giving each other gifts.
The guest host asks Yao Tiao what the most thoughtful gift she's ever given a man was.
Feeling a scorching gaze land on her, Yao Tiao smiles sweetly and parts her red lips. "Freedom!"
Everyone laughs. Beside her, Lu Junhuai's brow twitches, and the shadows in his eyes grow darker.
That night, Lu Junhuai corners her in the dressing room, his eyes full of resentment.
Yao Tiao's charming eyes narrow slightly. Politely and coolly, she asks, "What do you want, Mr. Lu?"
The man advances step by step, unable to restrain himself. He seals her lips with a fierce kiss and says hoarsely, "I want both freedom and you!"
[Innocent yet seductive little temptress x Sharp-tongued, soft-hearted, scheming man]
1v1, both virgins, happy ending
Set in a fictional entertainment industry. Please don't associate the characters with real people.
Theme: Treasure the person by your side.
