Chapter 1, The All-Around Star-Chasing Dog (1)

As a fan of Lu Chengsong, Chu Ning often feels a tightness in her chest whenever she thinks about it. On ordinary days, she can at least comfort herself a bit, but now, being at the airport, the number of fans on the other side makes her feel utterly insignificant. Carrying a DSLR camera, Chu Ning rolls her eyes internally, feeling that fate has a way of bringing rivals together; having been in the fan community for a long time, she realizes that one can encounter all sorts of situations.

"Excuse me, we have a fracture, how should we go to class tomorrow?" Chu Ning said with a cold expression. It was only then that Ah Sui realized, followed by the wails of several people in the dormitory. Clutching her phone, she burrowed into her blanket and sent a message in the group chat: "My roommate asked for leave for me, saying I have a fracture. To maintain the lie, do I have to go to class in a cast tomorrow?"

However, what use is it for that world to call the winds and summon the rain, when she still has to face the harsh reality of how to attend class tomorrow. Looking at the phone's wallpaper, the man in the picture is wearing a white coat, his hair slicked back, and beneath his cold brows is a high nose bridge obscured by a black mask, exuding an entirely ascetic aura. Xiaoyu and Zaizai are still lamenting, and Chun Ning lets out a long sigh along with them, but what she is really thinking is—

Standing opposite the young girls, Chun Ning looked down upon everything before her with disdain

Do I have haters now

Originally, it was just because Lu Chengsong was returning to Beijing today that I skipped a whole day of classes to wait at the airport, but I never expected it to turn out like this. I recalled that I had accidentally broken my DSLR at the airport in the afternoon, and I sighed, feeling that my luck had not been good lately. I opened Weibo, and the photos I had just taken had been shared over a hundred times. I scrolled through them one by one and remembered that the images in the Xu Chonghang topic were often shared thousands of times. Fortunately, Lu Chengsong's looks were slightly better, and as I looked at the retouched photos I had taken, I sighed with relief, thinking that Lu Chengsong had indeed become more handsome lately.

The expressions on their faces left Ah Sui somewhat bewildered: "What’s wrong, why are you looking at me like that?"

Chuning, Xiaoyu, and Zaizai: `` ? ! ''

Several friends from the fan community collectively sent "hahahahahaha" to express their sympathy

Perhaps it was because Lu Chengsong realized that she was the only fan who came to the airport to pick him up, or perhaps it was simply his kind nature. Seeing that Chun Ning was about to fall, as a man, he could not just stand by and do nothing. In that moment when Chun Ning was swaying unsteadily, Lu Chengsong took large strides forward. Suddenly, he recalled a certain brainless idol drama he had acted in; how impressive it would be if he could be as handsome and dashing as the male lead in that show. Watching the girl about to fall, he stretched out his hand with all his might, trying to support her and help her stand steady before she hit the ground.

As a prominent figure in the fan community with thousands of followers, Chu Ning can be regarded as a versatile fan who possesses a multitude of skills including airport pick-ups, filming, photo editing, graphic design, video editing, writing, and engaging in disputes. In the fan circle of Lu Chengsong, the ID "Little Chu is the biological mother" is almost universally recognized. Lu Chengsong has been in the industry for seven years, and she has been a fan for three years, making her a semi-old fan. With her diverse skills and dedication, she has gradually garnered her own fanbase. While many still hold the belief that "fanatics are all brainless," she has evidently transformed her fandom into a significant endeavor in her life. In an environment where many shout "Brother, come sleep with me," she stands out as a devoted fan, frequently referring to him as "my child," which sets her apart from the superficiality of others.

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Little Fish stared intently at his computer screen, which was filled with complex and lengthy code. Without turning his head, he replied, "I don't know, I skipped class today too."

In the next moment, Chu Ning raised her hands dramatically, and the DSLR camera, like a giant rock, struck against Lu Chengsong's sharply defined chin.

She has been a fan for three years and has been learning photography for a year. This DSLR was bought with her hard-earned money from saving and working part-time. She always feels that asking her parents for money to pursue her fandom is rather inconsiderate. Things earned through hard work are always cherished more. In the words of her roommate, this DSLR should be treated like a Buddha and revered when not in use in the dormitory

Chuning was taken aback and turned to ask, "Zai Zai, did the teacher take attendance today?"

Ah, I am truly exceptionally handsome

Chuning, Xiaoyu, Zaizai: "That's good ... ..."

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Lu Chengsong only felt a slight warmth in his heart, momentarily at a loss for words and unsure how to comfort her. He raised his hand intending to remove his mask to speak with her, but just as his hand reached his ear, he saw Chu Ning bowing her head, heartbroken, gazing at the DSLR camera on the ground in front of her.

Lu Chengsong: "... ..."

The scene was quite awkward, but since Xu Chonghang was right beside him, naturally no one paid attention to this little incident. Lu Chengsong covered his chin, feeling pain that made him see stars, while also being grateful that he had never undergone any cosmetic procedures; otherwise, he might have found himself trending on social media for the first time due to such an event. With his eyes closed, Lu Chengsong heard the panicked voice of the girl from earlier: "Oh my God! What should I do, oh my God..."

The hero's attempt to save the beauty failed, and the DSLR camera fell to the ground

On this unremarkable spring afternoon, Lu Chengsong began to think seriously for the first time

In a few seconds of distraction, Lu Chengsong was already hastily walking towards the exit. The closer he got, the more Chu Ning did not want to miss any shot. She had no time to pay attention to another wave of fans and moved a few steps towards a spot that was convenient for taking photos with her DSLR. Before her right foot could touch the ground, her body was heavily bumped by someone. It was impossible to balance her body solely on her left foot. In the second before she fell, the only thought that crossed Chu Ning's mind was to protect the camera. Driven by this thought, she raised the camera above her head like Dong Cunrui blowing up a bunker, almost tragically.

Looking down at the watch, the time was about right. Chu Ning took a deep breath as the crowd grew increasingly noisy, likely because Xu Chonghang and Lu Chengsong had arrived. These two were not exactly friends; they just happened to be on the same flight today. In terms of their past in the modeling industry, Xu Chonghang would still have to address Lu Chengsong as 'senior.' However, the entertainment industry is always full of twists and turns, with different fates for different people. Watching Lu Chengsong walk over from a distance, Chu Ning felt as if her own mother’s heart had shattered into pieces.

What she did not know was that, at this very moment, her "son" Lu Chengsong, after finishing work, sat down in front of his computer. The first thing he did was search for his name on Weibo. A flood of related topics appeared, with the most popular being today's airport photos, which were meticulously edited, highlighting the distinct contours of his face with exceptional texture. Lu Chengsong ran his fingers through his hair, and although he wondered if the photographer was that girl with the DSLR, he did not dwell on it. Instead, he quietly liked the post using his alternate account and then let out a long sigh.

Chuning's voice remained panicked, even tinged with a sobbing tone: "What should we do, it hit so hard..."

Ah!

In the evening, Chuning returned to the dormitory and pushed up her glasses that had slipped down her nose, her fingertips rapidly tapping on the keyboard. It was already nearly nine o'clock; she had been sitting in front of the computer since returning around four in the afternoon. Finally, she completed the photo editing, closed the software, and opened the Weibo interface

Lu Chengsong had a face that slightly contradicted universal values. The beauty that people admire is gentle, yet he possesses sharp features that are highly recognizable. This sharpness, however, did not diminish his beauty, especially in recent years after he transitioned to acting. He has gained some weight compared to his modeling days; although he still has that distant demeanor, he has softened considerably compared to before. Therefore, when he walked out of the airport, Chu Ning spotted him at a glance amidst the crowd. From a distance, his gaze momentarily faltered upon encountering the girls beside him. This sharpness did not diminish his beauty, especially in recent years after he transitioned to acting. He has gained some weight compared to his modeling days; although he still has that distant demeanor, he has softened considerably compared to before. Therefore, when he walked out of the airport, Chu Ning spotted him at a glance amidst the crowd. From a distance, his gaze momentarily faltered upon encountering the girls beside him, and then perhaps he noticed that the banner did not bear his name. The light that had just ignited in his eyes dimmed, and the black mask covered most of his face, preventing Chu Ning from seeing his expression. In that fleeting moment of dimness, Chu Ning understood that Lu Chengsong did care about his popularity.

Zai Zai was lowering her head to eat a late-night snack, while a certain passionate radio drama was playing in her headphones. Chu Ning called her twice before she took off her headphones and turned around, her face full of confusion: "I don't know, I overslept today."

If you gaze into the distance at the Capital Airport on March 11, you can see a large number of young girls holding banners and gifts. The girls, dressed in matching uniforms, wait at the arrival gate, resembling well-trained soldiers in the army. The banners, large and small, all bear the same name. When the owner of that name is escorted out by security from the arrival gate, the girls seem to have pressed a scream button, instantly entering a frenzy.

Letting out a sigh of relief, Chu Ning satisfactorily moved the computer away from her sight, stretched lazily, and turned to the dormitory leader beside her: "Xiao Yu, was there no roll call in class today?"

At such times, a man should display the grace that is expected of him, after all, she did not intentionally bump into him. Lu Chengsong, considering himself to be suave, raised his hand slightly, attempting to show a side of tenderness that he rarely revealed: "It's nothing..."

Alas, my son is truly exceptionally handsome

Before the situation became even more awkward, the agent Deng Yang timely appeared and helped Lu Chengsong up from the ground. Only then did Chu Ning lift her head, staring blankly for two seconds before realizing that the person she had just bumped into was Lu Chengsong. The world is always filled with various coincidences; for instance, at this moment, as she gazed into his dark eyes, she simply could not understand why they held a hint of resentment.

Chuning silently fixed her gaze on the last glimmer of hope: "Asui, did the teacher take attendance today..."

"It's done." As Ah Sui calmly applied a face mask, she met the suddenly terrified gazes of the three with composure: "But don't worry, I have prepared a leave note for you, so you won't be marked as absent from class."

As Ah Sui pressed the facial mask on her face, she continued with a tone of pride: "You should thank me. When the instructor asked for the reason while issuing the leave request, I had a sudden inspiration and said that you fell and fractured your bones while going down the stairs."

Turning her head to look behind her, Chu Ning couldn't help but feel a hint of desolation for Lu Chengsong. Both were models transitioning to acting, both followed a high-cold and ascetic style, and both had little to show in terms of skills and works at the beginning of their careers. How is it that Xu Chonghang was able to land so many popular dramas in just one year, gaining a massive following with his supporting role, while Lu Chengsong remains lukewarm?

The screams by her ear intensified, and Chu Ning turned her head to take a glance, catching a glimpse of Xu Chonghang's forced smile in the midst of the crowd. The young female fans surrounded him, and Chu Ning curled her lips, feeling that this situation could no longer be called an encirclement; it was clearly a pincer movement.

Ah!

She quickly pressed the shutter with her DSLR, as Lu Chengsong approached step by step in the lens. Chu Ning felt that she should let him see her; compared to Xu Chonghang, who was surrounded by fans, he was not entirely alone. Completely focused, Chu Ning stepped aside, her hands continuing their movements, completely unaware that the group of girls surrounding Xu Chonghang was gradually encroaching on her position