Chapter 187: Refusal to Answer

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

At that moment, the expressions on the faces of Xia Xin and Jing Mo darkened, visible for all the audience members in the live broadcast to see.

“This is a matter concerning my personal privacy, and I refuse to discuss it. If you continue with such questions, it’ll be intrusive,” Xia Xin stated, her tone firm.

Sensing the tension, the director interjected hastily, “Ah, let’s steer clear of personal privacy then. Next question, please.”

The line was promptly cut, and another audience member’s voice came through. “Xia Xin, do you not admit to being in a relationship with MO Shu?”

Jing MO was about to speak up but hesitated when he heard Xia Xin softly clear her throat. He glanced at her and noticed her subtle shake of the head, which reassured him.

“It seems you all are rather intrigued by my personal life. Despite me stating that it’s off-limits, there’s still so much curiosity. So, what if I don’t say anything? Are y’all planning on wasting your chances to ask questions?” Xia Xin posed.

“Alright, I’ll switch gears then. In your opinion, among MO Shu, Lu Shi, and Jing MO, who do you think is the most outstanding?” the audience member pivoted.

Xia Xin would have preferred not to answer but relented. “Each of these three gentlemen excels in his own field. They’re not even in the same league, so how could one compare them?”

Her answer was evasive, appearing as though she’d answered while not truly doing so.

Seizing the opportunity, the director chimed in, “Alright, next audience question, please.”

Soon it was the fifth question. Tian Mei sat there, growing more frustrated. No one had asked her anything, affecting her visibility on the show. She had negotiated hard with Lu Shi for this chance and didn’t want to waste it. As the next question came through, she suddenly exclaimed, “Ah, a mosquito!” and slapped her calf for effect.

Everyone glanced at her, including the audience member currently on the line. Satisfied, Tian Mei thought, ‘Good, now I’ve caught their attention.’

“I’d like to ask Xu Zhi, is it true that your agent once claimed that you would never participate in any shows or dramas produced by Stellar Entertainment? If so, why the animosity?” the audience asked.

The color drained from Tian Mei’s face. She thought, ‘Despite my antics, why did the audience not direct the question toward me?’

Pouting petulantly, Tian Mei thought she looked rather cute.

Lu Shi, sitting beside Xia Xin, wondered whether she might know the answer. After all, she shared an agent with Jing MO, and Xu Zhi knew her. Essentially, she was a common link between Jing MO and Xu Zhi.

“How do I put this—do you find us incompatible on this show?” Xu Zhi directed the question toward Jing Mo.

Jing MO merely smiled and remained silent.

“So, the rumors are false then. I was just curious,” the audience member said,  satisfied. “Thank you for clearing that up.”

Another line cut and another question from the audience. Thus far, the questions were reasonable—none too inappropriate. Even Zhou Lian was asked about her love life but declined to answer, citing privacy, much like Xia Xin.

Eventually, the final question came around, and no one had inquired about Tian Mei, leaving her increasingly irate.

“Lu Shi, do the audience not like me? Why is no one asking me anything?” Tian Mei whispered to Lu Shi.

“Why would you think that? You’re exceptional, too,” Lu Shi reassured her. “Really?” Her eyes gleamed. “Do you also think I’m exceptional, Lu Shi?”

Lu Shi didn’t particularly want to respond. “Let’s listen, the audience is asking a question.”

“Xia Xin, if you and MO Shu are lovers, why are you still interacting with Jing MO? It looks like Lu Shi also has feelings for you. Are you having your cake and eating it too?” came the pointed query.

Both Xia Xin and Jing Mo’s faces darkened considerably. Jing MO regretted ever agreeing for MO Shu to pretend to be in a relationship with Xia Xin, as it had led to this troublesome situation.

Quickly regaining her composure, Xia Xin flashed a wry smile. “Are you complimenting me?”

“I’m not praising you, Xia Xin. Please answer the question directly,” the audience member pressed.

“So you’re not saying I have an irresistible charm that has ensnared three dashing men? That’s why I asked,” Xia Xin cheekily retorted.

Laughter rippled through the room, and Xia Xin had effectively lightened the mood..