Xu Zifan meticulously planned these two reality shows: one about exploring together to understand each other's strengths and weaknesses, and the other about everyday family life and building a family together. He's always been a purposeful person; nothing he does is without a reason. Unbeknownst to everyone, he genuinely fell for Qiao Zixin during these two variety shows!
They shared both wealth and hardship, and they also faced adversity together on remote islands. They had their disagreements, but more often they showed understanding and tolerance. Together, they built a family, raising their two young children like a married couple, receiving guests, chopping wood, cooking, and handling all household matters. He felt warmth, comfort, and happiness in this "home," and he was content as long as she was by his side.
On the morning of the last day of filming, Xu Zifan woke up and looked out the window to see Qiao Zixin stretching in the yard. Sunlight shone on her profile, and she gently smiled with her eyes slightly closed, enjoying the beauty of the morning light. The scene was incredibly beautiful to him, and he knew then that he had fallen for her.
When Xu Zifan left the courtyard after filming the show, he was suddenly overwhelmed with reluctance. He immediately made a decision: he wanted a home like this, a home with Qiao Zixin and him! He was the kind of person who wouldn't change his mind once he made a decision. Once he had an idea, he immediately made a series of arrangements and adjusted some of his previous plans.
He didn't know how to pursue girls, and had never been in a serious relationship. Remembering how people often criticized his "straight male" taste, he decided to seek help from netizens again, anonymously posting questions about everything. Of course, he did all this quietly by himself; no one knew.
Both reality shows were hailed by Gemini couple fans as official "sweet moments," but Xu Zifan remained silent, only becoming more attentive to Qiao Zixin in real life. His gaze lingered on her more often, and Qiao Zixin, noticing this, was overjoyed. However, she didn't confess rashly, but instead subtly tested Xu Zifan's limits, gradually getting closer to him, making their relationship seem more than friends but less than lovers.
A screenwriter studying abroad purchased a script from a renowned screenwriter. The plot was incredibly compelling, telling the story of a team sent by their nation to search for habitable planets in interstellar space. It included elements such as an extremely rational robot, the unexpected betrayal of an honest man, the unwavering faith of the male and female protagonists, the heartbreak of losing companions, the sudden orders from their nation that put them in a difficult position, and the intense battles that erupted against alien monsters after finding a habitable planet.
Xu Zifan naturally starred alongside Qiao Zixin; he turned down many offers to participate in the film. Xu Zifan never forgot his company's development, assigning all the roles with lines in the film to artists from his own company—keeping the profits within the company. Such a blockbuster would definitely boost the artists' fame. As for the roles without lines, he gave them to third-tier artists interested in joining his company and students selected from film academies—those he deemed promising before signing them.
The film boasts a grand scale, with stunning high-tech presentation that is truly eye-catching. The unwavering spirit of the male and female leads is admirable, and there are so many other compelling storylines. Even before post-production, everyone knew this film was destined to be a hit. The filmmakers are equally confident in their ability to produce high-quality special effects, having hired a top-tier international team. With such a large budget, they're certainly not worried about the quality.
The post-production of this film will take at least a year, which is considered very fast. After filming, they took a long break. Xu Zifan went to work at the company from nine to five and dutifully served as the president for a while. Qiao Zixin also reported to his office every day, bringing him coffee or tea when appropriate, and helping him organize some documents, essentially taking over the work of a secretary.
The other artists in the company went on to make movies and TV series, and their businesses flourished. The company made a fortune every day and grew into a major company in the entertainment industry that could not be underestimated. It also attracted more and more agents, directors, screenwriters, and so on, and began to poach male and female stars from other companies who were already somewhat famous but still had great potential.
Adam, who had conspired with Bai You, also wanted to join their company. However, Xu Zifan personally oversaw all personnel changes, and he had a photographic memory. He vividly remembered the man who had almost tarnished Qiao Zixin's reputation and immediately blacklisted him. Everyone else who had wronged Qiao Zixin or was her enemy was also blacklisted, including celebrities, media companies, variety shows, and fast-talking hosts—no one was spared; they were all people Zifan Entertainment refused to associate with.
The company is doing better and better, and everyone who talks about Xu Zifan says he is a winner in life. He has never seen anyone who is so successful as to direct and star in his own film and then start a company. He is simply a breath of fresh air in the entertainment industry.
As the Lunar New Year approached, he finally decided to make another film, aiming for the Spring Festival release. He made a particularly sweet romantic movie that would make you want to fall in love after watching it! Of course, he was still the cunning Xu Zifan. He played the male lead himself and let Qiao Zixin play the female lead. He put all the happy experiences that girls should have in love into the movie, from the first date to the first time holding hands, the first hug to the first kiss. The whole movie was full of pink bubbles.
Qiao Zixin felt like she had discovered something. She was constantly in a state of surprise, her heart racing every day while filming, as if she were in a sweet and romantic relationship with her sweetheart. But after work, Xu Zifan would revert to his serious expression, making her hesitate every time she wanted to break through that barrier. And so, another Spring Festival arrived, a time of hesitation and uncertainty.
The film's title itself is quite suggestive; Xu Zifan personally chose it: "We're in Love." It's another typical, rather corny and unappealing title, but the entire crew unanimously approved it and particularly liked it. They are Xu Zifan.
Their team, comprised entirely of people who had followed Xu Zifan and Qiao Zixin all the way, perhaps because outsiders have a clearer perspective, they could better see the attraction between the two. But since Xu Zifan was the boss and hadn't explicitly stated it, none of them dared to joke about it, and they hadn't even mentioned it. They only smiled knowingly when Xu Zifan decided on the name, feeling that they had finally waited for that day.
The film was also released on New Year's Eve. That year, Qiao Zixin didn't go back to her hometown, as she had promised to spend the New Year with Xu Zifan. Early that morning, Qiao Zixin saw Xu Zifan dressed up and had a vague premonition. She also put on her most beautiful dress and coat, applied exquisite makeup, and dressed up beautifully before going out with Xu Zifan.
They first went for a candlelight dinner. Xu Zifan had booked the entire restaurant, and someone was playing the violin—it was incredibly romantic. Qiao Zixin couldn't help but smile, thinking Xu Zifan was going to say something, and she didn't even taste the food. But Xu Zifan just chatted with her casually, making no move to confess his feelings. When they left the restaurant, Qiao Zixin was still somewhat in disbelief. Was it really over? Weren't these kinds of scenes for proposals? Was it just a simple meal and he left? It felt like she'd had a completely fake candlelight dinner!
Then Xu Zifan took her to see a movie. This time they didn't book the whole theater, so they had to be fully disguised to get in. They had to dress up so well that they wouldn't recognize themselves in the mirror. Qiao Zixin had no hope. How could she confess her feelings if she couldn't even see the other person's face? So they went into the movie theater and seriously watched a movie about their love story.
Hearing the audience around her laughing happily along with the plot, and some even whispering "So sweet, so sweet," she really wanted to expose Xu Zifan. He really was a typical old-fashioned straight man, and trying to be sweet with him would be exhausting.
Although Qiao Zixin was inwardly complaining, seeing her and Xu Zifan so loving and sweet on screen made her feel sweet inside. At least, at this moment, everyone watching the movie could see how much they loved each other.
Xu Zifan turned to look at Qiao Zixin and saw a happy smile on her lips, which put him at ease. It seemed that this tactic was quite effective; he had successfully made the girl very happy. The posts online were very reliable; he could continue to seek help next time.
After the movie, Xu Zifan drove Qiao Zixin for a drive, arriving at the lakeside just before dawn. Qiao Zixin chuckled, "Did you arrange fireworks again? Is it the same as last year?"
Xu Zifan opened the car door, stepped forward, took her hand, and raised an eyebrow, saying, "You don't like it?"
Qiao Zixin looked at their clasped hands, her heart pounding, and she suddenly stammered, "I...I like it, actually...if we could do this every year, I...I like it the most..."
Xu Zifan smiled and took her hand, walking forward. Just like last year, they walked along the lake for a while. He asked Qiao Zixin, "Did your wish about the fireworks last year come true?"
Qiao Zixin looked at him regretfully and said, "Not yet."
Xu Zifan pulled her to a stop, pointed in a direction and said, "Look, aren't the fireworks beautiful this time?"
Qiao Zixin turned her head and saw fireworks exploding in the sky. The words "Zifan" appeared brightly on the left and "Zixin" on the right. Before she could be surprised, there was another explosion, and a heart shape appeared between Zifan and Zixin!
Qiao Zixin's eyes widened instantly, staring at the scene in disbelief. "You, you, you are...!"
"I'm confessing to you. Qiao Zixin, I like you. Let's date, okay?" Xu Zifan turned Qiao Zixin around to face her, put his hand on her shoulder, his eyes filled with both smiles and seriousness. He was confessing his love very earnestly.
Qiao Zixin opened her mouth, too excited to speak. Her mind was filled with Xu Zifan's words, "I like you," and her heart was pounding like a drum! Brilliant fireworks began to bloom in the sky. Qiao Zixin snapped out of her daze and nodded repeatedly, flashing her brightest smile as she said to him, "Okay! I like you too, Xu Zifan, I like you!"
Xu Zifan chuckled, picked her up, and spun her around several times. Qiao Zixin wrapped her arms around his neck, laughing joyfully, and shouted, "Xu Zifan! I love you! My wish has come true—I'm so happy—"
Fireworks burst in the sky, illuminating the entire night. Within minutes, people spotted the fireworks depicting Zifan and Zixin, quickly taking photos and videos and uploading them online. Gemini CP fans were ecstatic, wildly speculating whether the two were actually together or if some die-hard fan had paid for the fireworks themselves. The internet exploded, and everyone in the company's public relations department was working overtime—but this time, it was willingly. Their idols were together! Their company finally had a boss's wife!
Qiao Zixin nestled in Xu Zifan's arms for a photo, and this time Xu Zifan cooperated by leaning his head close to hers, smiling. The background was the same fireworks, it was the same New Year's Eve for just the two of them, and Qiao Zixin captioned the photo the same: "In the new year, let's go even further."
Before netizens could even speculate, Xu Zifan retweeted her Weibo post.
[Xu Zifan v: We're in love. //Qiao Zixin v: In the new year, let's take it a step further. Xu Zifan]
On New Year's Eve, Weibo crashed for over ten minutes because of their announcement of their relationship! After things returned to normal, fans immediately flooded their Weibo with posts.
[Phalaenopsis Orchid: Our dream couple is finally together! Ahhh, Happy New Year! May you be happy forever! You two must be happy for a lifetime!]
[MoMo: Oh my god, I believe in love again! You two are finally together! My two favorite people, you must stay together forever!]
Happy New Year: Xu Zifan is still the same Xu Zifan. Announcing his relationship also serves as a way to promote his new film. Haha, I'm totally sold on this recommendation! I'm going to see it two, three times, and even rent out the whole theater to see Zifan and Zixin!
Their Sweet love!
[Xinlianxin: My god, you're probably just a fake CEO, you're actually a scheming guy! I've seen through your true nature. Please cherish my goddess for life, and you two should get married soon!]
[Eating dog food: Getting married! Getting married! Getting married!]
The box office success of "We Are in Love" was entirely driven by their love story. Everyone can see their love story unfold in the movie, and watching it makes you want to fall in love yourself – a truly unprecedented phenomenon.
Xu Zifan is still the same Xu Zifan. He arranges everything at just the right time. No matter what others think, everything is always done according to his pace, step by step towards a perfect ending.
He and Qiao Zixin officially confirmed their relationship, and many people congratulated him and asked when he would get married, but he did not answer. Then, after the release of the sci-fi blockbuster, it grossed 5.6 billion worldwide and won Best Sci-Fi Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, etc. at the most prestigious film festival, becoming the biggest winner at the awards ceremony.
When Xu Zifan went on stage to accept his award, he directly presented Qiao Zixin with a transfer document for all his assets and proposed to her, placing a ring on her finger in front of a global audience. Many people said he was crazy, giving all his hard-earned wealth to a woman, and this was just a proposal, not even a marriage proposal yet; what if Qiao Zixin dumped him? He'd be doomed. But this statement was met with ridicule. They probably didn't realize that Xu Zifan was a master of self-deception. Mr. Xu's actions had never failed him; proposing with his entire fortune showed his confidence. It only demonstrated his immense self-assurance, that he held nothing back.
The two held a wedding of the century. Xu Zifan was not romantic, but he knew how to ask for help online. The wedding was grand and romantic, and they had many unforgettable anniversaries after marriage. Qiao Zixin was very happy.
After marriage, she could act whenever she wanted, and live a leisurely life when she didn't. She learned to cook, arrange flowers, dance, and practice tea ceremony... Her life became colorful, just as she had imagined. Her warm and reliable family gave her strength, allowing her to do whatever she wanted. Her married life was happy and fulfilling, and her life completely became what she had dreamed of.
Xu Zifan's company grew larger and larger, becoming the largest entertainment company in the decades. He himself became a business tycoon, achieving extraordinary success in other industries as well, earning him the title of a business legend. All these assets always belonged to Qiao Zixin, a fact known to everyone outside the company. They continued to enjoy their public displays of affection, unknowingly becoming sweet companions for a lifetime.
In stark contrast to them were those who had initially wanted to harm and ruin them. The happier they were, the more miserable those people became, because they felt that such happiness could have once belonged to them. Lin Yan couldn't find a good job to support himself, and he felt that ordinary jobs didn't pay enough. In the end, he used his decent looks to become a male escort, only to be cheated on by a wealthy woman while being kept by her. The wealthy woman then had his legs broken, and from then on, he became an alcoholic and destitute.
Not long after Bai You was released from rehab, she couldn't resist relapsing into drugs. Lacking money, she resorted to clinging to Liu Jie. Bai You was adept at deceiving people and pretending to be a good friend, and over time, Liu Jie forgot how ruthless Bai You had been to Qiao Zixin, lowering her guard. Unexpectedly, Bai You had spiked her drinks multiple times, leading to her becoming addicted to drugs as well. Liu Jie didn't want anyone to know, so to get Bai You to buy her drugs, she had to pay for Bai You's share as well. Thus, they entered a bottomless pit, becoming neither human nor ghost. When the two saw Qiao Zixin's success, they both felt a pang of regret, wishing they hadn't done what they did.
After the Qiao family's reputation was exposed, it was as if Qiao's mother had fallen into hell. Her family looked at her like an enemy, afraid to offend Qiao Zixin, and vented all their anger on her. Relatives, who had long been used as Qiao Zixin's ATM, had developed extravagant spending habits. Now that they couldn't ask Qiao Zixin, they naturally turned to her for loans. After one or two times, everyone came to borrow, emptying her savings. Afterwards, when they couldn't get their money back, they started blaming her, saying that her family didn't know how to raise their children, and that she had damaged their reputation and prevented them from earning money.
She felt utterly humiliated by her husband, whom she had served for half her life. With nowhere to vent her anger, he began to beat her frequently. When she cried at home, Qiao Zhipeng would mock her. She then realized that only her biological daughter was truly devoted to her, but she had already lost her daughter. Most tragically, Qiao Zhipeng became addicted to gambling, not only losing the family car and house but also forcing her to earn money for him. After more than a decade of hard work, Qiao's mother finally couldn't take it anymore and went to Xu Zifan's company, crying and demanding to see Qiao Zixin.
Just as she had promised, Qiao Zixin never saw her again. She simply had her sent to the best nursing home in Yanjing, paid the full fees, and never showed up again. Finally, Qiao's mother began a peaceful life in the nursing home, breaking down in tears, reflecting on her life and wondering what she had done. She had damaged her health giving birth to her daughter, hated her daughter for preventing her from having a son, and had never liked Qiao Zixin. Yet, in the end, only Qiao Zixin cared for her. If she had always cherished her daughter, would she have been able to live the life of a wealthy lady in her later years?
They all had regrets, but regrets were useless; Qiao Zixin had nothing to do with them anymore.
Xu Zifan has always been a good husband, never causing Qiao Zixin any heartache in his life. Even when they were old and gray, Qiao Zixin held his hand and said that she was so lucky to have met him in this life. If it weren't for him, who knows what would have become of Qiao Zixin, who was being criticized by the entire internet.
On a sunny afternoon, the elderly Qiao Zixin peacefully closed her eyes and never woke up again. A day after her death, her family found Xu Zifan lying beside her. In the final moments of their lives, the Gemini couple once again became a trending topic, but this time not for public displays of affection, but for everyone bidding them farewell.
Life is fleeting, like a white horse galloping past a crack in the wall; as long as you cherish it, there will be no regrets. Xu Zifan came into this world and left, saving Qiao Zi.
Xin protected her throughout her life, and because of her, she had a happy and peaceful home.
They made each other's lives complete...