Lin Chudong's expression flickered several times before he stood up and said, "No, absolutely not!"
Li Dan also stood up. "There's nothing to it. We're about to retire from the industry, so I don't care."
The others were stunned. Jia Lu widened her eyes and asked, "You and Fei-ge are going to have a rumored relationship? What about Zhang Yao?"
Zhang Yao smiled. "Like I said, it's just a rumor, a fake news story."
"Oh." Jia Lu didn't quite understand. "But won't this affect your reputations?"
Zhang Yao and Li Dan were known in the circle for their loving relationship, and they were the same in private. They were destined to be a model couple when they got married.
Many couples took them as examples, so a sudden scandal would likely be hard for many to accept.
Lin Chudong said, "If you stir up a scandal with me, the good reputation you've built up over more than a decade will be ruined."
Li Dan said, "We'll quit the entertainment industry soon. What's the use of a reputation then? You helped us when we were in the most danger. Now that you're in trouble, I'm just stirring up a scandal. It's nothing."
Zhang Yao said, "Big Fei, don't worry about it. We originally planned to do this first and then come to you, but we thought that it would be more effective if you cooperated. We don't care."
Lin Chudong fell silent.
Liang Yin, who was beside them, was a little moved. "I can see that you're true friends, but how do we stir up the scandal?"
Li Dan said, "It's simple. My wedding will be broadcast live on several platforms, including Douyu Huya. We'll have Big Fei appear, and it'll be easy to create a scandal."
Liang Yin was somewhat surprised; this was actually a way out.
If Lin Chudong gained popularity because of the scandal, he'd definitely get more offers.
Li Dan looked at Lin Chudong, "Da Fei, don't overthink it. A scandal is just a scandal. When the truth comes out later, not only will our reputations not be damaged, but we'll also gain a reputation for loyalty."
With Li Dan's words, Lin Chudong nodded.
"Alright, since you two are sincerely helping me, I won't be pretentious. But everything will be according to my plan. After this is successful, I'll give you two a song as a farewell gift."
Li Dan nodded, "Then let's plan it well. We don't have much time. Let's get this done today!"
Lin Chudong nodded, "Don't worry. Since I've agreed, I'll definitely do my best and won't disappoint your good intentions."
Lin Chudong hadn't wanted to agree initially, but he felt Li Dan's words made sense.
Scandals are just that – scandals. The truth would come out soon enough, and the image of the two music industry's "lovebirds" would remain in everyone's hearts.
Having figured things out, Lin Chudong began planning the wedding.
"Alright everyone, here's the plan…"
After a meeting that lasted over an hour, Liang Yin was utterly dumbfounded.
So, this is how you do PR?
According to this plan, they wouldn't need to do anything intimate at all, yet they'd have a solid, undeniable scandal and everyone would feel like it was the real deal.
And after the wedding, it wouldn't affect them too much. Truly, the Big Boss!
Li Dan and Zhang Yao were also very satisfied. "The wedding is the day after tomorrow morning. I'll do my best to promote it and increase the attention. Everyone, come have a drink at the wedding. We're retiring, so no gifts, just come and show your support."
With that, Li Dan and Zhang Yao put on their masks and drove away.
Liang Yin hadn't quite recovered yet. "Da Fei, is this considered malicious hype?"
Lin Chudong laughed. "Am I hyping it? I haven't done anything. We don't have any paid trolls, or promoters, and we're not lying. It's just a harmless joke at most."
Liang Yin nodded. "Alright, we'll be the audience the day after tomorrow. It's all up to your performance!"
The official announcement of Li Dan and Zhang Yao's wedding immediately trended on the hot search.
Previously, Li Dan had said that after getting married, the two of them would withdraw from the entertainment industry and enjoy a quiet life.
This time, the topic mainly revolved around this matter.
"Will the model couple retire? They're at the height of their popularity now. Just when the money-making days are starting, are they really willing to give it up?"
"They've made a lot of money these past few years, they're definitely financially free. If they really retire, that's a rare moment of clarity."
"With my thirty years of experience shipping couples, this is definitely a publicity stunt. If they retire, I'll livestream myself eating shit."
"It might not be fake. I heard the wedding will be livestreamed by several major platforms, and the hosts and guests are all big names. Such a grand spectacle really feels like a farewell performance."
"…"
This event attracted widespread attention. The girls all wanted to see the lavish wedding, while the guys all wanted to see if they were actually retiring.
If they continued to shamelessly make money in the entertainment industry, they were likely to be scorned by the entire internet.
"@Ma Jinlong, Old Ma, were you invited to Li Dan's wedding? Do you dare to challenge them?"
"Ma Jinlong: I'm not qualified to go, sorry, bro."
"Haha, even Old Ma has times when he's not qualified?"
Although someone mentioned Ma Jinlong, no one mentioned Lin Chudong anymore. His situation was a hot topic at the time, but people quickly lost interest.
Shen Jianbin, who had received an invitation, was eating with Sun Jie and said impatiently, "Quitting the entertainment industry is one thing, but why stir up this stuff? It's just a waste of traffic."
Sun Jie said, "Should we go and ride the wave for some exposure?"
"No need. We'll be on a few variety shows in a few days, and then we need to focus on preparing for the Mid-Autumn Festival gala. This Mid-Autumn Festival gala is live, and if that idiot Wu Bo messes up again, we're done for."
Wu Bo had no problem singing, but his emotional intelligence was too low, his performance experience was too poor, and he wasn't very bright. The only thing he had going for him was a voice somewhat similar to Da Fei's.
"Alright then, I'll have someone send a red envelope over."
"No need for the red envelopes. They're all leaving the industry, just pretend you didn't see it."
"Right."
Amidst everyone's anticipation, Li Dan's wedding finally arrived.
Early in the morning, Li Dan put on her most beautiful makeup and sat in front of the mirror.
Looking at Zhang Yao, who was smiling behind her, she said.
"This is the only wedding we'll have in our lives, and it's a supporting role for Da Fei. Don't you feel it's a pity?"
Zhang Yao shook his head, "Of course not."
"Back when we were in that rental, we couldn't even afford the basement. If Da Fei hadn't helped us out, we might have gone back to our hometown and worked in a factory."
"We're where we are now, with all this fame and fortune, all thanks to Da Fei's songs. A wedding is nothing."
Li Dan smiled, holding Zhang Yao's hand.
"I'm touched you feel this way. Da Fei is our benefactor. Before we retire, I want to use what's left of my influence to help him regain everything he's lost!"
Zhang Yao nodded. "We're ready. The rest is up to Da Fei."
"Don't worry, he's never let us down."
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