However, this so-called exposé instantly ignited the fury of the fans.
"Who are you calling a monster?"
"What a cold, heartless monster? Is this what a monster looks like? Have you people got eyes? How can our Qianhe little brother be a monster!"
"Even if he spent some time in an orphanage."
"That's not his fault. The people who sent him to the orphanage should be damned for eternity, should be the ones to suffer misfortune, the ones who deserve to be condemned!"
"And, is it a crime for Qianhe to like pretty older sisters?"
"Who wouldn't like pretty older sisters."
"I like pretty older sisters too. It's ridiculous for you to bring this up!"
Moreover, among the fans.
The most dedicated were those who vied for the account "Qianhe's Little Ci."
Although she used the name "Qianhe's Little Ci" as if competing with Qianhe, when Qianhe was slandered, gossiped about, and attacked, she was always at the forefront, defending him. Dafeng Novel Network.
"Bah, bah, bah, you're talking nonsense. Firstly, regardless of what he was like before, his performance after his debut is there for everyone to see. He has the best professional ability. In the entertainment industry, works are the most important."
"Qianhe little brother promotes Chinese culture, his works are there for everyone to see, he is diligent and hardworking in his work, and seniors who have collaborated with him have all given positive reviews."
"What he was like in the past has absolutely no bearing on who he is now."
She took a deep breath.
And then continued to output.
"Furthermore, even if he was in an orphanage, even if he had a strange temper back then, doesn't that just prove that he's endured more hardship?"
"Calling him an illegitimate child... Hey, you people are hilarious. Do you really think we won't like Qianhe little brother just because of this?"
"Don't you know that the most powerful and fan-attracting persona in the entertainment industry is the 'beautiful, strong, and tragic' type!?"
"Beautiful, strong, and tragic. You are actually strengthening our fandom by saying this. We will only become more devoted to him, becoming his loyal fans, and we will never believe your nonsense! You want to bully Qianhe little brother? Absolutely not!"
Her speech.
Was directly copied and pasted by other fans.
Her output capability was immense, earning full marks.
The "beautiful, strong, and tragic" persona.
This persona.
Is incredibly effective at attracting fans.
Even girlfriend fans would be turned into devoted mother fans!
And with Ling Qianhe remaining silent, the fans became even more upset. Thinking about it, perhaps Qianhe little brother felt very sad and hurt.
He hadn't talked much about his orphanage experiences before, likely because those memories were unpleasant for him.
Him fighting...
Youth is meant to be reckless. Besides, without context, who knows what the truth is? Given his temperament and personality, it's possible he was pushed to his limit by bullying. How could others bully Qianhe like that!
The more the fans thought about it, the angrier they became.
The more they thought, the more uncomfortable they felt.
Ling Qianhe's agent, Chen Fei, found her inbox overwhelmed.
It was flooded with emails from media outlets and fans.
Since Ling Qianhe's email address was not public.
Everything was being sent to her.
Unable to hold back, though she couldn't officially respond, she wanted to ask Ling Qianhe for his thoughts, so she directly called him.
"Qianhe, there's a lot of discussion outside about your past... but my suggestion is it's best not to respond. This matter is indeed one that's difficult to respond to, and it's not really affecting your popularity right now."
"I think we can just let this matter fade as the heat dies down and pretend nothing happened."
"You don't need to respond. This is your private matter from childhood. Fans who truly love you will only want to protect your past, not pry into every detail."
This was a very appropriate suggestion.
Ling Qianhe pondered for a moment, then raised an eyebrow.
"My past?"
He thought for a moment.
"There's actually nothing I can't say."
"I'll do a live stream tonight."
He himself was quite open about it.
Chen Fei, hearing his voice, felt close to tears.
"Qianhe, you really don't need to... you don't need to do this, Qianhe. This matter has passed, and no one will pursue it. Too many people are watching you, all wanting to dim the light of you, the pride of Chinese people. Everyone feels... feels that..."
Just as Ling Qianhe was about to say something, his phone chimed with a notification.
Then a prompt popped up.
"Your specifically followed artist, Lin Muci of Era Girls, has posted on Weibo."
He hung up on Chen Fei.
And clicked on Lin Muci's newly posted Weibo.
The young girl's tone was serious and earnest.
"He is the best actor. Regardless of his past, present, or future, I will always support him and protect him, ensuring he receives no harm."
"Please, everyone, stop spreading his childhood photos. That is his past, his secret."
"Thank you, everyone."
She did not explicitly state who "he" was.
But everyone knew.
Who this unnamed "he" was.
This meant that every word was filled with concern, every sentence reflected her desire to protect him. The fans' eyes were even moistening. In fact, the fans knew—her feelings for him were genuine.
They had always joked that Lin Muci was forced into a CP with him.
And that Ling Qianhe was the one pursuing her, the one with feelings, which was why he kept participating in movies with her.
Shows with her.
And reality shows about love with her.
But now that Little Ci sister had proactively spoken out to protect him, these few lines of text made everyone feel that no matter how they looked at it, it was incredibly sweet! Sob sob, mutual devotion in love is the best! It's super wonderful and will always bring tears to the fans' eyes. That person is definitely Lin Muci!
The fans were thoroughly charmed.
This pair truly went all out to protect each other.
Ling Qianhe smiled. Looking at those lines, he posted on Weibo.
"It's alright."
"My past is something I have a clear conscience about."
"Having gone through hardships, I was afraid you would worry."
"But I am now strong enough to be invincible."
"No rumors, no gossip, no past can defeat me."
As expected of Qianhe little brother, his pronouncements were powerful and resolute! His response seemed to be a distant echo of Lin Muci's words, and the fans were stunned by him. He was so bold!
But seeing this, there must have been hidden circumstances, right? Did he endure much hardship, was it difficult, was it painful?
Was his past truly so heartbreaking?
Hearing him say this. The fans conjured up a very pitiable past.
Instantly, they felt an overwhelming wave of sympathy.
Sob sob sob.
Those who bullied Qianhe little brother.
All deserve to die!