Netizens might dream about getting their failing idols a new agency or manager, but most were still fixated on Jian Feiyang’s look.
That look had truly gone viral. Jian Feiyang was captured by the cameras a total of 110 times during the gala—more than anyone else. The title “Camera Darling” was now firmly his.
Even industry insiders recognized the value of this particular outfit.
The conversation finally circled back to the brand itself.
QQZ—brand new, fresh as could be—became known solely from Jian Feiyang’s styling. Yao Ge’s name was now shining brightly in both the entertainment and design circles.
Fan Qing timely posted a photo on Weibo, tagging Yao Ge’s account:
Fan Qing v: “The real Yao Ge, our top designer from a supportive friend’s recommendation [photo]”
It was the photo Jin Yi had secretly taken.
Yao Ge wore a set of his own design—soft ivory that highlighted his fair skin. His slightly curled hair lay naturally, forming a playful arc above his forehead. He was fully focused, clearly working on a new design.
The timestamp in the photo stunned the netizens: while the online chaos was raging, Yao Ge was quietly creating.
“…Wow. During all that online drama, Yao Ge stayed focused on designing? Should I say he has a huge heart, or a huge heart, or a huge heart?”
“…Now I finally understand why he’s won so many awards and reached such a high level. And it’s New Year’s Eve! There were even rumors against him online! Yet he’s still fully absorbed in design. What can I even say? I admire him so much, he’s incredible.”
“Yao Ge is so serious and focused. Hahaha, kudos to the sneaky photographer! And his expression is so different from the lifestyle photos we saw before. Is it because he’s collaborating with Manager Fan? Feels like Fan Qing is helping elevate him to a whole new level. Sneaky laugh.”
“Maybe Yao Ge trusts Fan Qing to handle everything well? Or maybe he just genuinely loves designing, so he stayed calm through all that.”
“Either way, he matches exactly what I imagined. I hope he continues to achieve even more success.”
“Hehehe, I get this one—it all depends on Manager Fan, right?”
“Then I get it even more. I mean, anyone under Manager Fan… hasn’t done well?”
“True, but thinking like that, Fan Qing must be working hard. It’s New Year’s Eve, and he’s basically on overtime, huh?”
Overtime, yes—but not entirely.
Fan Qing was in the car. He was on his way to see Nie Luo.
Nie Luo was even busier than Jian Feiyang.
He’d gotten up at 3 a.m., done his makeup, and had been running back and forth all day. Now, he was racing to finish his last engagement of the day. Once it was done, he could finally breathe a little.
And it was exactly at that moment that Nie Luo got Fan Qing’s call.
“Ah Qing’s coming?”
Instantly, Nie Luo instinctively reported his location for work.
After hanging up, a wave of regret hit him.
He was at a rather remote shooting location. Technically, Ah Qing could have just waited for him to return.
But… he really wanted to see him. After all, it was New Year’s Eve.
Nie Luo, still conflicted, remained professional and finished the shoot.
When it ended, he walked out with the other crew members.
The staff kept their distance—respectful yet casual amongst themselves.
“Hey, have you guys checked the trending topics?”
“Just a little. Too busy today. Have you seen it all? Tell me about it.”
“You haven’t? Too bad! Today’s gossip is seriously intense!”
“Obviously I know it’s intense! I just couldn’t leave. Come on, spill it, don’t keep dangling it!”
“Hehe, okay, here’s the deal…”
Nie Luo overheard part of it. Most importantly, he heard Fan Qing’s name.
“…So, that Manager Fan is really something, huh?”
“Right? Remember when he helped Jian Feiyang break ties with his old company and move to Teng Huang? At first I thought Jian Feiyang was overthinking. How could a rookie manager do all that? Turns out, I was the fool.”
The speaker’s voice grew louder in excitement.
“Look at Jian Feiyang tonight. Three or four trending topics just for him, and that outfit? Absolutely stunning. Honestly, even as a guy, I think it’s amazing. He’s clearly sharp, and that manager’s name sounded good, but look at what he actually achieved…”
His colleague nudged him. He paused, noticing Nie Luo was near.
Wait… Jian Feiyang and Nie Luo shared the same manager once? The previous manager he was criticizing… wasn’t that Nie Luo’s former manager?
Suddenly, his confidence melted into cold sweat.
He wasn’t doing this on purpose!
His colleagues subtly moved away, leaving him alone to stew.
Can he retract what he just said?
He really had forgotten about Nie Luo’s former manager and spoke too quickly.
Then, Nie Luo, facing away, turned his head. And walked straight toward him.
Panic surged.
Did Nie Luo hear that? Is he here to cause trouble? I’m doomed!
A last desperate thought flashed through his mind, leaving his expression blank.
But then Nie Luo spoke, in his usual calm, slightly distant tone:
“And the rest of it? You didn’t finish? I actually find this kind of interesting.”
Nie Luo’s voice carried news of Ah Qing!
Nie Luo felt a twinge of happiness. It was rare to hear about Ah Qing from someone nearby—this was a first.
But… why didn’t the guy continue?
Nie Luo spoke, and the staff who had taken a few steps away froze.
What’s happening?
The gossip-monger’s face went completely blank.
Wait, Nie Luo isn’t angry?
A surge of relief. This guy was actually kind and easygoing!
Seeing Nie Luo waiting patiently, he hurried forward, taking tiny steps.
“So… Mr. Nie, you’re interested in gossip too?”
Immediately, he wanted to smack himself. Why did he have to be so loose-tongued?
His colleagues silently glared, signaling their judgment.
Some habits are hard to break.
Nie Luo shook his head, then explained:
“I know Fan Qing and Jian Feiyang, so naturally I’m curious.”
“Ohhhh, that makes sense. You were all from the same company, shared the same manager, so of course you know each other… hehe… hehe QAQ.”
The onlookers: hopeless. This guy really is hopeless.
He wanted to cry quietly, realizing how uncontrollable his mouth was.
And now, maybe Ah Qing visiting for a set check could finally be done openly?
But Nie Luo’s thoughts were elsewhere…
He nodded along, then asked again.
“And after that… what happened with Ah—Fan Qing and Jian Feiyang?”
This time, the man swore to himself not to blurt out anything carelessly again. He hurried to explain.
“It’s like this—afterwards, Manager Fan stepped forward and publicly announced the new brand they’d established, and then…”
Nie Luo listened thoughtfully, a faint warmth softening the frost in his eyes as he realized how well things had gone for Fan Qing and Jian Feiyang. Clearly, he was genuinely happy for them.
The others walking alongside couldn’t help but feel a little surprised.
Nie Luo actually seems to get along pretty well with Fan Qing and Jian Feiyang?
But then they reasoned it out. Jian Feiyang followed Fan Qing and then moved to Teng Huang—naturally, no conflicts with Nie Luo over resources remained.
Ah, that explains why they seem friendly with each other.
They continued walking and talking. The man telling the story felt a mix of pride and joy—Nie Luo was even listening to gossip!
Really, Nie Luo is such a decent person. Despite being a top-tier celebrity, he had no airs. Usually he seemed aloof, but that was only while working. No wonder he’s achieved so much—hardworking, talented, and good-natured. Truly admirable.
He was still lost in thought when he saw Nie Luo take the phone from his assistant for a quick glance.
In the next moment, Nie Luo’s deep, piercing eyes seemed to gleam.
Before the man could think too much about it, Nie Luo hurriedly greeted them.
“I still have another engagement. Thanks for your hard work today. We’ll be off.”
Everyone waved goodbye as Nie Luo strode toward the parking lot with his assistant.
Once they were gone, the man couldn’t help but murmur,
“No wonder Nie Luo can reach the position he’s at. Such a good, hardworking person, keeping up with that schedule…”
Others nodded in agreement.
“Exactly, exactly.”
Nie Luo hurried to the car, instinctively glancing at his assistant.
“Nie Ge, I’ll go take a look around. Call me if anything comes up.”
The assistant turned and walked off. Nie Luo was momentarily at a loss but didn’t call him back.
He adjusted his clothes at the car door and slowly opened it.
The moment it swung open, he was pulled inside. His eyes met a sea of red, and Fan Qing’s smiling voice filled the space.
“Ge, remember what we agreed—you’re up next.”
“Up next for what?” Nie Luo thought, but before he could finish, Fan Qing eagerly tugged his shirt off.
A sheer, delicate dress was draped over him. Instantly, Nie Luo remembered a certain scene—but the protagonist in that memory wasn’t him. It was Ah Qing, standing right in front of him.
With that in mind, Nie Luo obediently let himself into the outfit.
The bright red struck Fan Qing’s breath, making it catch ever so slightly.
As expected, it was stunning.
Nie Luo’s proportions were already perfect, something Fan Qing had known for a long time. But seeing it in reality was an entirely different impact.
The red bridal gown didn’t feminize Nie Luo. He still carried that natural icy intensity, yet at this moment, it seemed to melt—burning brightly in the red, turning into a deep, intense longing in his eyes.
The gauzy fabric fell over his chest, hinting at what lay beneath—from a firm chest to a defined abdomen.
Fan Qing’s gaze traveled downward, eyes glowing red, rationality threatening to vanish completely.
And Nie Luo, sensing the effect, deliberately leaned in, making the view even more striking.
“Ah Qing… Happy New Year. I missed you.”
Fan Qing’s mind instantly went blank.
He grabbed Nie Luo, flipping him onto himself, bending down to whisper:
“I missed you too. Happy New Year, Ge.”