After saying thank you, she blinked toward the front.

In such a grand and solemn occasion, speaking this little secret known only to two people into the microphone felt like someone teasing him under his chin, a kind of secret thrill.

Xie Qingci’s heartbeat accelerated uncontrollably, and his eyes saw only the figure on stage.

As the acceptance speech concluded, thunderous applause erupted below.

Meanwhile, online viewers of the live broadcast gave even more enthusiastic cheers. Without the rules of the venue, they could express their opinions more freely.

[Congratulations Yu Xia!!! The top new-generation actress!]

[Yu Xia! You are our best actress!]

[Killing it, this outfit is so beautiful!]

[Watching the red carpet live, the photographer’s flash almost blinded me]

[OMG! It’s really Yu Xia! While her peers haven’t even begun transitioning, she’s already won an award!]

[As expected of Yu Xia! Stunning everyone with her debut performance, the glory can continue all the way!]

[Yu Xia’s career fans are going crazy, sobbing, the idol is too awesome, want to cry]

[I want to cry more, why can’t my favorite be so diligent, this record beats her peers, which house wouldn’t be envious, can’t even be smeared]

[Yu Xia’s fans are getting excited! Too thrilling! When Yu Xia’s name is announced, even my hair is standing on end!]

[Ahhhh Yu Xia, you’re amazing!]

[The camera is a bit cheeky, it panned over Xie Qingci] 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

[This status is something Xie Qingci can’t catch up with, usually see male artists fare better post-romance, but this time it’s the girl doing better, Yu Xia, as expected of you]

[Xie Qingci fans congratulate sister-in-law! Xiaxia is amazing!]

[Did she mention Xie Qingci in her thank you? Right, right? The "person who accompanied me"]

[Waiting for what’s next, such a happy occasion surely deserves a hot pot meal]

[...]

While she couldn’t see the online comments, she believed fans were certainly celebrating with her. Making her fans proud was indeed an accomplishment.

Under everyone’s gaze, Yu Xia held the trophy, beaming as she left the award stage.

Only when she returned to her seat did she realize her sweaty palms had warmed the golden trophy.

Wan Ze made room for her to sit smoothly, and said again, "Congratulations."

"Thank you, Brother Wan."

"With this trophy, you’ve entered the ranks of top actors, the path ahead is wide open. Are you getting closer to your previous statement ’I have the ability not to be someone else’s display piece’?"

Yu Xia replied with a smile, "Yes, one step closer."

The film industry has acknowledged her status; even without continued streaming or annual shows, she could stand above other actors.

This is the confidence every actor desires.

Wan Ze added, "But with this, the gap between you and your boyfriend widens."

"Even if I became the world’s richest person, it wouldn’t affect my dating life," she said cheerfully to such questions, "I don’t have many financial or status requirements for my partner, I don’t need them to be on the same level, it’s just extra, never essential. Brother Wan, you seem interested in us; I think you should try dating."

Wan Ze laughed lightly, saying, "I’m already married."

"Oh?" She widened her eyes, but after realizing, asked nothing else, simply saying, "Congratulations then."

In the entertainment industry, secret marriages are common; one more doesn’t surprise her, and his tone suggests the marriage isn’t well.

But it’s none of her business; now she only needs to feel happy about the golden trophy in her hand.

After awarding the best actor and actress titles, the TV festival award ceremony reached its end.

As the host’s closing words fell, everyone stood up, collectively swore to the actors’ code before leaving in an orderly manner.

At this time, acquaintances from the front and back came to greet, directors, producers, actors she’s worked with all politely shook hands, saying "Congratulations."

Yu Xia shook hands one by one, exchanged words, and slowly walked to the exit with everyone.

Her presence formed a crowd, star-like, so anyone standing at the door could easily spot her.

Halfway through the corridor, waiting at the side, Xie Qingci naturally took her hand, lowered his head and said, "Congratulations."

Yu Xia just slightly turned her head to give him a smile, then continued conversing with those nearby.

Though he said nothing, just held her hand and moved in sync, his presence was noticeable just standing there, and those talking to Yu Xia would notice him, politely greeting him.

Mr. Yang observing this scene outside felt like watching his piglet being marketed by the cabbage, touching him enough to cry.

After conversing with everyone coming to greet them, they finally reached the venue’s exit, Yu Xia’s mouth felt dry.

Xie Qingci led her quickly to catch up with He Ci and the others waiting outside.

He Ci controlled his expression well, showing little pride, calmly handed over a cup with a straw.

"There’s media interviews outside, going?"

"Go," Yu Xia drank two sips of water, squeezed Xie Qingci’s hand, and told him, "You wait in the car, I’ll return after the interview."

Then she told Mei and Mr. Yang, "I’m happy tonight, let’s all have dinner together, I’m treating! You can choose the place!"

Mei cheered quietly, immediately picking a spot and reserving it by phone.

Mr. Yang pulled Xie Qingci whose heart wanted to run together into the car first—Mr. Yang into his car, Xie Qingci into Yu Xia’s car.

The company provided a car, yet half the time managers and assistants used it, convenient for them.

Mei and Xie Qingci sat silently in the car, not speaking much, both looking outside.

Xie Qingci, feeling hot, took off his suit jacket, loosened a white shirt collar button, rested his hand on his leg, and watched the graceful figure walking towards the media with his head tilted.

After watching a while, the crowd of journalists blocked him, he looked around the car, noticing two pieces of clothing beside him.

Those are what Yu Xia will change into later.

He, feeling thoughtful, switched seats to the other side, placed the clothes beside him, ready to greet her return.

After a brief interview, Yu Xia and He Ci returned to the car.

She slipped inside, falling into Xie Qingci’s embrace, Yu Xia looked up at him, allowing him to hug her waist and easily lift her into the seat.

The car door closed, inside were only those belonging, Yu Xia’s face beamed a large smile, raised the trophy, finally able to shout:

"I won an award!"