Chapter 78: Variety Show 1 - Beach
Source: https://www.jjwxc.net/onebook.php?novelid=7667082
This translation was originally posted on https://love4baihe.blogspot.com
July 3rd, the variety show "Honeymoon Again" that Lu Xici previously accepted began filming.
Although it was called a show, it was actually a tour at the public expense.
The variety show was semi-live, lasting for one month, visiting six places in total.
Lu Xici had not participated in live variety shows before.
However, since it was all about living in front of the camera, she felt the difference would not be too big.
She was not the type of celebrity who relied on fans for a living, so she did not have to be too deliberate about her "persona" in front of the camera.
Jun Youyue did not really understand what live broadcasting was like, and at that moment, she was even more relaxed than Lu Xici.
The two of them moved into the accommodation prepared by the production team a day in advance, enjoying their last moments together before the next month.
The production team was also very wealthy, renting luxurious villas, with each villa accommodating two couples, divided into upstairs and downstairs.
Jun and Lu arrived early and occupied the good spot downstairs first.
The next morning, the cameras in the living room started working.
Jun Youyue was making breakfast. She was completely unaware that she was already in the camera's view and was humming a little tune.
Lu Xici, on the other hand, was prepared. She changed her clothes before leaving the bedroom.
She handed Jun Youyue a coat.
"They've already started filming. Are you cold?" The first episode was being shot by the sea.
The floor-to-ceiling windows in the first-floor living room could be opened, leading directly to the beach.
Looking from the kitchen, the weather was clear today. The sky was blue and clear, and the seawater was also blue with shimmering waves, blending with the horizon.
"It is fine indoors. Has filming started?" Jun Youyue took the coat.
The couple they were paired with had not arrived yet, and there were no cameramen in the living room.
"Yes, look over there." Lu Xici pointed at a camera with a red light.
The camera was even moving up and down, interacting with them.
Jun Youyue glanced at it and then returned her attention to making breakfast for Lu Xici.
"Today is for welcoming guests. The production team probably does not have any difficult activities planned."
Lu Xici also relaxed, brought the prepared breakfast to the dining table, and greeted the nearest camera.
“Good morning Dewdrops. How did you sleep last night?”
Although it was summer vacation, it was too early, so there were only a few scattered bullet screen* comments floating on the live stream screen.
*aka barrage, is a feature in streaming platforms that allows real-time comments from viewers to fly across the screen like bullets
Lu Xici glanced at the nearby tablet.
Most of the comments were greeting her, while a few were talking about her wife.
[Ahhhh my CP is on a couple show, I am complete!]
[Did anyone get a good look at Jun Youyue's face? So beautiful, no less than a celebrity!]
[I do not know if it is because I have watched too much of Qingxi, but I prefer her wife's appearance.]
[I am sorry everyone, I am rebelling for a second, I want to stan that beauty!]
Lu Xici could not help but laugh. "I can see your comments. Do not even think about it, she is my wife."
As she spoke, Lu Xici extended her left hand and held the ring up to the camera, showing it off with a few good shakes.
[This woman is showing off her wife again. A few years ago, when her wife did not appear in public, she still managed to show off so much. Now she must be even more shameless.]
[Damn it, bullying me because I do not have a wife. I am so sour, wuwuwu.]
[What a shiny ring, such a big pink... pink stone.]
"It is a pink sapphire. This is my wedding ring, I didn’t plan to use a diamond."
Lu Xici had only interacted for a couple of sentences when Jun Youyue finished frying the remaining bacon and brought it over.
She took off her apron and hugged Lu Xici from behind.
"A'Ci, what are you looking at?" The hug was strong, making Lu Xici's waist hurt a bit.
However, Jun Youyue quickly relaxed her grip, resting her head on Lu Xici's shoulder, tilting her head slightly, her eyelashes drooping as if she was jealous and questioning.
Lu Xici knew she was not actually jealous.
Jun Youyue usually liked to do this in the morning. If there were no cameras, they would savor each other’s taste before breakfast.
"Look, the live stream." Lu Xici patted Jun Youyue's head with one hand and handed over the tablet with the other.
Jun Youyue saw the comments on the screen.
[She calls her A'Ci, that nickname is just perfect!]
[Did anyone screenshot that? Aaaaahhh, Jun-jiejie's look just now was incredible. It is the first time I realized that when you love someone, your eyes can be full of affection!]
"Is this… a bullet screen?" Jun Youyue had only seen such things in her edited videos.
"Yes, it is more or less the thoughts and comments of the viewers. Do not call her Jun-jiejie, that is my nickname for her." Jun Youyue was not jealous, but Lu Xici was.
Usually, only she got to admire her wife's stunning beauty. Now, not only were there a bunch of other people, but they were also taking her nickname. She could not stand it.
[Okay, Xiao Luzi]
[Then what should we call her? Her full name is hard to type]
[How about Mrs. Lu, easy to type]
[How about Wife's wife! You both are my wings]
“Why do they call you wife?” Jun Youyue paused.
Although she had been mingling in Lu Xici’s Chaohua for many years, she usually ignored this kind of content, not to mention that the biggest group among Lu Xici's fans were "Mom" fans.
Jun Youyue thought the Dewdrops would only call Lu Xici “baby.”
“Let them explain to you. Do not call me wife casually. Your 'wife' is someone who has a wife. It would be bad if my wife saw it.” Lu Xici barely stopped them.
[Sorry, sorry, wife is just a nickname.]
[It is the girlfriend/boyfriend fan's nickname, similar to Mom fans calling her Baby Lu or Baby]
[Can a married woman still have girlfriend/boyfriend fans? 23333]
Jun Youyue did not quite understand. She chose not to look.
After the two of them fed each other breakfast, the couple living upstairs arrived late.
Lu Xici did not expect the visitors to be Gu Yunhua and her non-celebrity girlfriend.
The two of them were not actually married, which did not quite fit the definition of a couple*, but Gu Yunhua was quite famous and had been dating for eight years. It was not surprising that the show invited them.
Gu Yunhua is Lin Ni's best friend, and they even debuted together as a team.
After Lin Ni switched to acting, Gu Yunhua remained true to her initial aspirations, shining brightly in the singing and dancing circles, earning herself the title of "Goddess Gu."
Lu Xici isn't particularly close with Gu Yunhua. They merely know each other in passing.
They just exchanged greetings.
Considering privacy, the production team specially sealed off the indoor staircase and built an outdoor one.
The guests on the second floor can return to their rooms without disturbing those on the first floor.
Apart from the lesbian couples, the show also invited two gay couples and four heterosexual couples, clearly displaying balance.
Lu Xici and Jun Youyue didn't want to wait around all morning in vain, so after informing the production team, they headed to the beach.
The program team sent several people to guard the area to ensure their safety. The drone is responsible for following and filming the live broadcast.
"This is my first time at the beach," Jun Youyue said, holding hands with Lu Xici, both wearing slippers as they walked along the water's edge.
Occasional waves splashed onto their feet, interrupting their stride, and cooling the summer heat.
“I’m about the same. Jun-jiejie, you've never left the capital before. We should travel well in the future and see all kinds of scenery."
Lu Xici smiled as she kicked at the waves.
Clusters of waves shattered by her, flying into the air and falling onto the sand, quickly disappearing without a trace.
"Do you prefer the sea or the mountains?" Lu Xici suddenly thought of this question.
Then she pulled Jun Youyue to stand still and bent down to pick up the broken shells from the ground.
Jun Youyue crouched down, pulled out a small bag she carried with her, and helped Lu Xici fill it. "I've never been to the mountains."
The two couldn't see the live broadcast room, but the barrage continued unabated.
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This translation was originally posted on https://love4baihe.blogspot.com
[It's hard to imagine this is our Qingxi. She looks like a cute little kid.]
[They say people become childish in front of their loved ones. I believe it now. I'm so jealous. Who can give me a girlfriend who will pick up shells with me and even carry a bag?]
[Mrs. Lu really understands my baby. She actually predicted her actions.]
After collecting shells, it wasn't long before Jun Youyue pulled Lu Xici down to study marine life washed ashore.
"Breathing hole. It might be a moon snail," Jun Youyue pointed to a small round hole near their feet.
Lu Xici waved at the drone above, signaling it to come down and film.
[Gathering seafood, I love watching gathering seafood the most, dreamy collaboration]
[If there is no cat's eye snail, I don't quite agree]
[Our baby won't bring a shovel, right? After all, her wife can prepare a small bag in advance]
Lu Xici actually pulled out a folding shovel from her pocket.
Jun Youyue casually dug a couple of times and indeed unearthed a shell.
Lu Xici didn't collect this one, and Jun Youyue buried it back.
The two had unusually good luck. In no time, they not only found a cat's eye snail but also discovered an octopus hidden in a glass bottle.
[Isn't this the wrong time for gathering seafood? It's a bit late. Is this really not arranged by the production team?]
[How could they arrange it? Take it out first, then put it back? We're not professional seafood bloggers. Why do such things?]
[The production team didn't know the two would come to gather seafood, did they?]
The discordant barrage was quickly submerged by other complaints.
Watching the live broadcast, netizens heard the two discussing octopus behavior and how to cook octopus.
[Mrs. Lu really has a scientific mind, discussing such topics with her wife. Our baby also spoils her, actually keeping up.]
[If my wife were this cute and pretty, I'd be willing to study physics, chemistry, and biology for her, so, I'm looking for a wife]
[I didn't expect Mrs. Lu to be quite good at cooking]
[The octopus is scared and has shrunk to the bottom of the bottle]
[Emmm, let's release it after all. Glass bottles shouldn't be at the seaside.]
In the end, Jun Youyue released the octopus she had discussed cooking, back into the sea.
Lu Xici took the glass bottle to the directing team.
Guests checked in gradually in the morning and by one or two in the afternoon, all guests had arrived.
Among the guests, there was no one particularly familiar to Lu Xici.
Whether in terms of popularity or seniority, Lu Xici ranked second among the stars present. A male actor had recently gained popularity with a web drama update, placing first in popularity, while Gu Yunhua ranked first in seniority.
In the evening, everyone gathered together for a barbecue, chatting and getting to know each other.
The first day of the variety show was characterized by leisurely activities.
Upon returning to their rooms, the night was neither too deep nor too shallow, but Lu Xici and Jun Youyue did not return to the beach.
The two sat in the living room, with Lu Xici studying management courses and Jun Youyue continuing to edit videos.
They were both focused on their own tasks, yet the air between them kept them connected.
Occasionally, when feeling tired, they could look up and see each other, which was the most profound little happiness.
[So heartwarming, even though they haven't done anything, that kind of understanding is something fake couples don't have.]
[Baby Lu’s eyes were so sharp just now, I'm almost drowning in them. How could such a great woman get married so early, it's so annoying.]
[I declare that Youyou Luming are the sweetest CP of the year!]
[Coming from next door, a certain actor is too maifu, can't bear to watch, coming here to wash my eyes]
*麦麸 - Wheat bran, in slang terms - Yaoi baiting, selling gayness, fan service
[You've piqued my curiosity, I'll go take a look at how fake he is]
[I advise you not to watch, it's the first time I've seen a real milk burp*.]
*vomit-inducing childish sweet/cutesy act in media because it seems too fake
[Blind, I should have listened to advice. Or should I just watch Lu Jun? In their eyes, it's truly only each other. It was the same during dinner just now. Baby Lu didn't talk to anyone else at all. She would light up every time her wife talked to her.]
After Jun Youyue finished posting the video, Lu Xici also felt tired studying, so she put down her laptop and snuggled into Jun Youyue's arms. Following her instructions, she went to her Weibo to give her a like.
After clicking, Lu Xici suddenly realized something was wrong.
She seemed to have forgotten to switch accounts and had liked with her main account.
Author's Note:
Junjun’s Weibo is about to be found out——
This is my first time writing about a variety show, so I’m not very good at it. I plan to write it shorter, maybe two or three chapters.
There is one more update, see you in the evening~
