The Theory of QueerbaitingChapter 8

The shooting for the program’s second episode went relatively smoothly and there weren’t any dogged incidents. You Xin managed to keep a proper distance from Duan Jiashu.

This should be a good situation for them, but You Xin found that Duan Jiashu wasn’t too happy. Although he showed the same expressionless face to everyone, in the next few days, the corners of his mouth pulled down more and more. MyS1hT

Then again, what does this have to do with him? Who knows what kind of spaceship this weirdo’s brain circuit is connected to, anyway. The punishment for them was to share one strawberry to eat, but the result was that they ended up kissing on the mouth. If he didn’t know that the other person was homophobic, he would’ve thought Duan Jiashu was secretly in love with him!

But… don’t they say that homophobia could be rooted to being too deep in the closet… no, no, don’t think about this, it’s too terrible.

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You Xin picked up his phone, ready to read novels, but unexpectedly, Yu-jie, who hasn’t contacted him in almost half a month already, gave him a call.

“You Xin, how were you when you recorded these two episodes?” 6Q1onU

“Uhm…” You Xin recalled, “quite alright.”

“Every time I ask, you always say “it’s okay”, “it’s alright”, grow up! I told you that Liu Yanhui will also join your show as a guest, so you have to give me the chance to grasp the opportunity to make some noise about this, you know? I will then buy some proper marketing to properly promote…”

“Ah? Okay…” You Xin replied before hanging up.

He didn’t expect that Liu Yanhui would really be a guest in the show; it seemed that his fans were much better informed than he himself. Back in their days as a boy group, Liu Yanhui was the leader and he was the youngest member. The two of them also had a CP, but their fans mostly favored their relationship as brothers. Liu Yanhui was much more popular than You Xin within the group, and their CP was far from being the hottest one. Liu Yanhui’s singing and dancing ability is good, the strengths of a captain were also present, so after he went solo, he released two albums and starred in several TV dramas. His momentum is good and he’s considered as an idol with a very good reputation amongst artists.

You Xin was still grateful to Liu Yanhui, because when he entered the entertainment industry, he was quite ignorant, so much of the things he learned were taught to him by Liu Yanhui. In the time when they were still a group, they had a really good relationship, but after the disbandment, they somehow lost contact.

After not seeing one another for such a long time, naturally he would miss the other. You Xin didn’t think about his and Liu Yanhui’s CP and that they’d “rekindle the old love”, rather, he wanted to take advantage of the program to get in touch once more. Liu Yanhui is a very nice person, and he also has their friendship ever since his debut, so such feelings should be cherished.

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The most important thing they had to prepare was dinner. The show’s chef was You Xin, so he was particularly proactive in cooking, and even made more dishes than the previous two recordings. Even while cooking, he kept looking outside with a look of great anticipation. In Duan Jiashu’s knowledge, You Xin’s actions were obviously him planning to sell CP with Liu Yanhui.

Duan Jiashu felt very uncomfortable about this. Didn’t You Xin have the same intention to sell CP with him, but why didn’t he have such treatment? You Xin couldn’t even spare him a bag of cookies!

He opened up “Sweet Meteor CP” video edits last night, resisting the urge to report the videos. What bullsh*t loving interaction? In his eyes as a professional actor, their acting couldn’t be more fake. He would like to see how these two people would sell CP, oh how much they’ll hurt his eyes! viBQ5z

Duan Jiashu was pondering on his own world when he heard a commotion in front of him, so he followed the crowd to the hall. It was indeed Liu Yanhui who had arrived.

As soon as you Xin saw Liu Yanhui, he smiled like a blooming flower, his eyes shining brightly as he shouted: “Captain!”

“Xiao Xin.” Liu Yanhui touched You Xin’s head, and the two tacitly gave each other a hug.

Duan Jiashu: “!!!” DpePK4

Other guests: ∑(??д??lll)

Duan Jiashu frowned under the gaze of several resident guests, and he almost thought he had a green light coming out of his head when he was swept by their gazes. But it was also strange for him to be angry. He pushed You Xin away when he held You Xin last time. How can You Xin have such a tacit hug when selling CP with others? Why sell CP with him but have a different treatment? Isn’t Duan Jiashu much more popular than Liu Yanhui?
The more he thought about it, the angrier he became, but he held his anger and ate his meal with gritted teeth. Unfortunately, he still had to listen to You Xin and Liu Yanhui fondly catching up at the dinner table.

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“Xiao Xin, this pork ribs you cooked are especially delicious. When we were together in the past he often cooked for the group. I especially miss those until now.”

“Hui-ge, if you like it, eat some more.” OpjKuW

Duan Jiashu didn’t even look away as he took a few pieces of said ribs.

You Xin and Liu Yanhui: …

“And these corn pancakes you made are also particularly delicious. I tried to learn from you and make some myself before, but I ended up making it into paste every time.”

“Hahaha, Hui-ge, you’re good at many things, but you just can’t cook.” DHu7ei

Duan Jiashu calmly took a few pieces of the said corn pancakes.

You Xin and Liu Yanhui: …

After they peacefully finished the meal, everyone moved to the living room again. You Xin sang while Liu Yanhui played the piano. It was a beautiful, affectionate and moving performance. After everyone applauded enthusiastically, they turned their heads and looked expectantly at Duan Jiashu.

Duan Jiashu: … T3vr0L

Although the whole living room was lively, full of topics and various performances, it was still filled with an awkward atmosphere. Only the director showed a happy smile from behind the camera.

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At the end of the recording that day, You Xin stole a moment to chat with Liu Yanhui alone. Although they already got in touch before the program started recording, their real meeting still occurred during the program. Although their performance was discussed in advance, the two people were not faking their happiness. After chatting with each other about their recent situations, Liu Yanhui raised his doubts.

“Xiao Xin, what’s up with that Duan Jiashu? I heard that that person was quite cold and low key, but why do I feel like he’s been targeting us today?” PIDpfM

You Xin rolled his eyes, Duan Jiashu had indeed been targeting them that day because he couldn’t bear seeing them sell CP. He was too lazy to complain some more about this person, much less tell Liu Yanhui his troubles.

“Don’t mind him. Although he looks handsome, he’s actually a psychopath.”

“Then it must be hard for you to share a bedroom with him right? You sleep with me tonight, we can chat some more~”

“Forget it, there are a lot of people in this show. The people who don’t know us might think that we’re engaging in gaoji!” You Xin isn’t afraid of the others, but he’s afraid that Duan Jiashu would do something shocking again, so he might as well avoid unnecessary troubles. a9FXGR

However, when Liu Yanhui heard this, he couldn’t help but hide his feeling of loss. For just a moment, he adjusted his expression and changed the topic in their conversation.

When You Xin returned to his bedroom, it was already 11 at night. When he entered the room, he saw Duan Jiashu sitting upright on his bed, as if he was waiting for someone.

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“Didn’t you say you’d stay in your captain’s bedroom? Why are you back here?”

You Xin was speechless. Duan Jiashu didn’t talk to him at all the whole day, but he was already annoying the moment he opened his mouth. 9ZWx5E

“What’s it to you?” You Xin was already too lazy to show a good face in front of the other. He removed his jacket, took his pajamas and intended to take a shower, only to pause when he reached the bathroom door.

“Duan Jiashu, did you just eavesdrop on us?!”

“No, I was just listening. How can it be called eavesdropping?”

You Xin: … hfIBD8

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