"I'm so sad. Every time I see this beginning, I burst into tears. They picked up a great demon and caused the entire sect to be wiped out."
"I still don't know if Fan Yin likes Jiuli, and that really bothers me."
"I think he liked her. Given his personality, if someone without any feelings had imprisoned him and forced him to cultivate together, he would have given up his cultivation and died long ago. Besides, he didn't even have the heart to kill Jiuli in the end."
"It's both sweet and heartbreaking; I cried buckets while reading it."
I haven't read the original novel, but I hope it has a happy ending.
"Is this really a web series? The budget is comparable to a movie. The investors are amazing."
Because of its excellent production, solid acting, and captivating, melodramatic yet engaging script, many casual viewers have also become fans.
Anyone with eyes can see that as long as this drama doesn't cause any trouble later on, it's basically destined to be a huge hit.
Meanwhile, a saying began to circulate in the industry.
"Anything Xu Chun stars in, whether it's a high-brow movie or a low-budget web series, he can make it a huge hit."
Those who had previously openly or indirectly mocked Xu Chun for participating in web dramas, saying she was regressing and starting to decline, have now fallen silent.
"The Demon-Subduing Tribulation" has been airing for several months, a bit longer than expected. This is because the streaming platforms saw the show's popularity and deliberately adjusted the airing frequency to prolong the run as much as possible, not wanting it to end too soon. After all, it's a cash cow right now, and nobody wants to turn down money.
The finale took place on New Year's Day. Xu Chun and Xie Jianyuan were leaning against the balcony, surrounded by the lights of thousands of homes, while the Spring Festival Gala was being broadcast in the living room.
Xu Chun was holding an iPad that showed the reincarnated Fan Yin stepping into the stone cave. Xie Jianyuan took a sip of his coffee, glanced at the screen, and then smiled, "Do you think Fan Yin will remember him in the end?"
Xu Chun knew who "he" was referring to. He smiled, and perhaps because his chin was buried in his scarf, his voice became muffled.
"Of course, otherwise, to the Jiuli, it would just be an empty shell."
"Well, that's a good ending after all." Xu Chun smiled slightly. He had immersed himself in the Fan Yin when he was acting in this drama, so he knew Fan Yin quite well.
"Yes." Xie Jianyuan smiled slightly and quietly looked at Xu Chun.
Just then, the enthusiastic countdown from the TV in the living room began, signaling the start of the new year.
"Five!"
"Four!"
"Three!"
"Two!"
"One!"
"Happy New Year!"
Countless beautiful and dazzling fireworks suddenly burst forth in the pitch-black night Xu Chun blinked, looking at Xie Jianyuan's face so close to hers, feeling the strange cool and wet sensation on her lips, and couldn't help but be slightly taken aback.
His pupils clearly reflected the face of the person in front of him, and his eyes seemed to hold the brilliance of a thousand stars.
Xie Jianyuan slowly pulled away from Xu Chun's lips, then said leisurely, "Guess what my New Year's wish is?"
"What?"
Xie Jianyuan gave a cryptic smile, lowered his head slightly and whispered in his ear for a moment, then watched with satisfaction as his face turned red at a visible speed.
"Nonsense!" Xu Chun said angrily and was about to turn and leave, but Xie Jianyuan grabbed her and hugged her.
"Brother Chun, don't be angry."
"I would never do such a thing!"
How will you know if you don't try?
"... Go away."
Okay, okay, I won't say anymore.
"..."
The sounds of their bickering were quickly drowned out by the firecrackers. The neighborhood was filled with the sounds of children playing and laughing. With the New Year approaching, Xu Chun received many New Year's greetings via text message. Jiang Xiuyan also sent him one, though it was only a few words: "Happy New Year."
Xu Chun regarded him only as a passerby in his life, neither liking nor hating him. He didn't want to dwell on the past, the rights and wrongs of the past. Now, he had found the path he wanted to take and met the person he loved, so all the misfortunes of the past were worthwhile.
"Guess what my New Year's wish is?" Xu Chun Xie Jianyuan.
Xie Jianyuan smiled and asked, "What is it?"
"I made a wish that we would never be apart." Xu Chun finished speaking and smiled a little shyly, "Like a little girl, right?"
Xie Jianyuan paused, stared at him silently for a few seconds, and then slowly revealed a smile.
Xu Chun had never seen him smile like that before, and for a moment she was stunned.
Before he could even react, Xie Jianyuan pulled him into his arms, and the next second a deep voice reached his ear.
"What a coincidence, me too."
Xu Chun looked up in surprise, "Didn't you just say..."
"Just kidding." Xie Jianyuan smiled indulgently and gently as he kissed his forehead.
You are not allowed to leave me.
Xu Chun didn't answer, but hugged him even tighter.
I only wish that it could be like this year after year, forever.
Chapter 109 Extra (1)
"He's just a washed-up actor. Look how arrogant he used to be."
"Haha, yeah, wasn't he supposed to be a movie star? How come he's only the third lead now, and we're actually overshadowing him."
In the restroom, several male actors from the film crew were gathered together, telling jokes and laughing so hard they were doubled over. Then one of them, as if remembering something, muttered, "But I saw a man pick him up a few days ago. Judging from the car he drove, he's no ordinary person."
"Who is it? Did he try to find a sugar daddy to support him, like those young heartthrobs?"
"Haha, these days rich people prefer young, obedient girls. Why would they date someone as old as him? Would anyone even consider him?"
"Haha, you're right."
Just as the group was getting into their mockery, the door to the quiet innermost cubicle was suddenly pushed open, and a slender, tall young man walked out. His features were soft and clean, and his demeanor was gentle and calm. He simply looked at people silently, which was enough to make the gossiping boys feel guilty.