The first anniversary of their relationship, the couple went to the beach to watch the sunrise together.
Fans: Obviously staged, they're just acting!
The second anniversary, the day of the proposal, caused a city-wide sensation and was broadcast live.
Fans: Must be filming, right? Is Han Yutong releasing a new movie again?
The first year of marriage, Han Yutong, holding her husband's hand and her first Best Actress trophy, beamed.
Fans: They still haven't broken up? Is their relationship real?
After all, who would pretend to be a couple for publicity all the time?
Just as fans were trying to confirm the news, Han Yutong was spotted shopping alone. Many breathed a sigh of relief!
See, it was fake! Or they broke up!
Otherwise, why wouldn't Su Lin be with her?
Look, the charade is over!
What they didn't know was that five minutes later, Su Lin parked his car and joined Han Yutong, helping her carry bags, the epitome of a devoted husband.
Their marriage registration was kept private, a sort of hidden marriage. It wasn't intentional, they just didn't want to take up too much public attention.
Besides, marriage was their own business, no need to broadcast it.
Su Lin took a photo of their marriage certificate and showed it off on his social media. He had originally intended to post it on other platforms, but Han Yutong stopped him.
At the time, news of an earthquake in a certain western city was dominating headlines. Most celebrities were donating money and supplies, and it wasn't appropriate to announce their marriage then.
The couple also participated in charity work every year, quietly donating money without any fanfare.
Even their studio staff felt it was unfair!
They complained that so-and-so had donated so much and made it onto the trending lists. Their own donations were more, but they remained silent, which felt like a disadvantage.
Han Yutong just smiled. "Why compare these things? Good deeds are not done for rewards!"
She just wanted a clear conscience.
Su Lin agreed wholeheartedly, so he instructed the studio to keep the news quiet and not to spread it.
After getting married, Su Lin became much more low-key. Besides focusing on his music, he dedicated most of his time to his family.
After winning her first trophy, Han Yutong went on to win several more major film festival awards, establishing herself as one of the most successful young actresses. But she didn't rest on her laurels. She remained committed to her craft, taking on challenging roles and scripts, and spending months at a time on set.
Su Lin had his complaints about this.
They were newlyweds, yet living apart for extended periods was unbearable!
Fortunately, transportation was advanced, and even long distances could be covered in a few hours. When he missed her, he would visit her on set. He also had his own work to keep him busy, which prevented any major conflicts.
In the third year of their marriage, Han Yutong ventured into international cinema, gaining global recognition. After completing a sci-fi film, she decided to take a well-deserved break and spend time with Su Lin, who was getting rather jealous.
With Han Yutong returning to her family life, media coverage of her gradually decreased.
Seeing her absent from public appearances for so long, her fans began to worry that she might be retiring from the industry.
One day, Han Yutong was nestled in Su Lin's arms, listening to him bicker with Su He on the phone. Her phone rang for a long time, displaying several messages. Some were from her agent, others were private messages from fans, all inquiring about her whereabouts.
When Han Yutong was on vacation, she generally kept her phone out of reach.
Firstly, she wanted to focus on her family and not be disturbed.
Secondly, she simply didn't have the opportunity to touch her phone. Because whenever Su Lin was home, they were inseparable. Whether watching movies or engaging in intimate moments, they were always together, who had time for phones?
Unless there was something particularly important, the phone was just an ornament.
As the phone kept ringing, Han Yutong sat up, picked it up, and quickly scanned the messages, replying to a few important ones.
"Yutong, are you planning to retire? Director Chen has a new play and specifically requested to work with you."
"Yutong, you haven't appeared in public for a long time, we miss you so much!"
"Are the rumors online true? Are you not planning to stay in showbiz anymore?"
"Sister, can you please update your social media! It would be even better if you could include brother-in-law in a photo!"
Han Yutong was wearing a light blue sweater, a loose, off-the-shoulder design that revealed a hint of her smooth shoulder. Having a background in dance, she maintained an excellent figure, making her a walking mannequin. Even ordinary clothes exuded a unique elegance on her.
She first called her agent, Xu Jing, to inform her that she wasn't ready to take on any work for the time being.
"You're in the prime of your career, why do you want to rest? I've read Director Chen's script, the story is quite novel, it's a big production, and the team is very reliable. It's a guaranteed hit for the year, you won't lose out by taking it..."
"Even though you're already famous, if you stay out of sight for too long, you'll be quickly forgotten..."
Han Yutong knew she was right, but looking at the man peeling an orange next to her, her wavering resolve instantly solidified. "Jing-jie, I want to have a child."
"What?" Xu Jing on the other end of the line was stunned.
To retire at the peak of her career to have a child, what was she thinking?
Not to mention whether good resources would still be waiting for her after a year. Having a child was a significant risk for any woman. It required a huge time commitment and could take a considerable toll on her body. Body shape changes were just the beginning; more serious consequences could affect her acting capabilities later.
With a child, her energy would be divided. It was hard to say if she could fully dedicate herself to acting then.
Xu Jing had worked hard to cultivate an award-winning actress, and she didn't want her to give up halfway.
"Jing-jie, I understand everything you've said. But my life isn't just about acting. I also have my most important family. They've sacrificed so much for me and been so understanding. I can't let them down for my own sake..."
After a pause, she continued, "Besides, having a child earlier will lead to a faster and better recovery. My career can be rebuilt later, but I can't be without my family's companionship."
Seeing her resolute determination, Xu Jing was silent for a long time, finally letting out a sigh. "Alright, I respect your decision."
After ending the call, Han Yutong was enveloped in a warm, broad embrace.
"What were you talking about with Jing-jie?" Su Lin asked, feigning ignorance.
Han Yutong turned, wrapping her arms around his neck. "Didn't you hear? Stop pretending you don't know!"
"I didn't hear clearly, say it again," Su Lin said, playfully pouting.
Han Yutong shyly leaned in and whispered in his ear, "Idol, I want to have your baby!"
Hearing this directly from her, Su Lin's eyes overflowed with happiness. Imagining the idol-fan dynamic, it was incredibly thrilling.
"I don't sleep with fans, I only have children with my wife!" Su Lin lifted her up, and they tumbled together onto the soft sofa.
The word "wife" made Han Yutong's face blush, like a ripe tomato, making one want to take a bite.
Su Lin thought it, and then he did it.
Three months later, Su Lin accompanied Han Yutong to a prenatal check-up, and they were photographed. They took the opportunity to announce their happy news.
The romance, marriage, and impending arrival of a child for these two superstars became a model for celebrity couples in the entertainment industry, a legendary tale of a divine union that would be remembered for years to come.