My Mother-in-Law and I Became the Internet's Hottest Power Couple-Chapter 58

As long as one person supported her, a small flame seemed to ignite in Yu Wanqiu's heart. But she needed to think it over a little more.

She couldn’t afford to back out after the news got out—her pride as an idol was at stake.

There was still time to change her mind.

Jiang Lan watched the students on campus. Her own semester was about to start in just two weeks.

She didn’t know how others felt, but Jiang Lan absolutely dreaded going back. The closer the start date loomed, the more she resisted.

"Yu Wanqiu... school’s starting soon."

Yu Wanqiu chuckled. People never appreciated studying until they no longer had the chance.

"You still have two weeks left. Besides, there are breaks, and you can still go out. Senior year classes shouldn’t be too heavy, right?" Yu Wanqiu said. "If you don’t want to go back, Lu Yicheng is counting down the days."

He’d probably been desperate for the semester to start this whole month.

Jiang Lan rubbed her face. "Yu Wanqiu, let’s make the most of these two weeks living the dream college break life. We can worry about classes later."

She pulled out her phone. "It’s Tuesday today. Tomorrow, we can go to the aquarium."

Online recommendations had led her to this spot. B City had plenty of attractions—some famous, others more niche.

The aquarium was the largest in the city, with tickets priced at 120 yuan per person (half-price for students). According to reviews, it was a blast—complete with an underwater world, dolphin shows, and even deep diving to swim alongside tropical fish.

A dreamy, blue-hued paradise.

"Have you ever been to an aquarium, Yu Wanqiu?" Jiang Lan suddenly realized that even if Yu Wanqiu had visited before, it wouldn’t count now. If she had, they could always pick another spot.

Yu Wanqiu shook her head. Unless it was for work, she rarely went anywhere.

She wasn’t embarrassed to admit it—she’d always been a homebody.

Crowded places like amusement parks, aquariums, and zoos had never been on her radar.

B City wasn’t coastal, so the aquarium was entirely man-made, spanning 13,000 square meters with multiple exhibition halls.

"Then it’s settled," Jiang Lan said. "Let’s check if there are other fun spots nearby to hit up along the way."

As a major tourist destination, B City’s famous landmarks had been visited countless times. Jiang Lan wanted to take Yu Wanqiu somewhere fresh.

But considering the show’s popularity and Yu Wanqiu’s fame, Jiang Lan called the aquarium first to ask if it was feasible.

The staff assured her that weekdays like Wednesday saw lighter crowds. They’d implement visitor limits and extra security to ensure safety.

That put Jiang Lan at ease.

Yu Wanqiu felt a flicker of excitement. Maybe it was a girl thing—being drawn to magical places. Fireworks, the ocean, fireflies... the dreamier, the better.

She looked up photos of the aquarium’s exhibits online.

The creatures were stunning: jellyfish in rainbow hues, sunfish, golden grass carp, seals, penguins—all impossibly adorable.

They planned their route carefully—which halls to visit first, the most efficient path.

The jellyfish exhibit was a must, with their umbrella-like bodies resembling mushrooms. The seal area allowed close encounters, and with staff supervision, they could even play bubble ball with dolphins.

Their tentative itinerary: Jellyfish Hall → Ocean Fish → Seals → Penguins → Deep Diving (to mingle with tropical fish) → Dolphin Show.

Diving was tentative—Jiang Lan couldn’t even swim. But Yu Wanqiu was certified, so if Jiang Lan chickened out, she’d just watch.

That night, during her call with Lu Yicheng, he mentioned they’d never been to the aquarium together—though they had visited B City’s zoo.

The zoo hadn’t been memorable.

"You can check our old photos," Lu Yicheng said.

But why had they never thought of the aquarium? It sounded fun.

He sighed. "Baby, my internship ends this week."

Next week, filming would wrap up, leaving him plenty of time with Jiang Lan. After that, he could escort her home and pick her up when school started.

Perfect.

Jiang Lan cheered, "Then I’ll treat you to a feast this weekend to celebrate!"

Lu Yicheng: "Oh."

Still just weekends for meals.

The next day, they packed their bags and set off.

To match the aquarium vibe, both wore blue outfits—even their swimsuits were blue.

Zhang Tian reminded the crew to prioritize their safety. They used compact cameras, but given the show’s popularity, recognition was inevitable.

Every place they visited became a hotspot. West Street now overflowed with crowds, especially on weekends, all eager to catch the fireworks display.

The eateries they’d tried were booming, the firefly town saw surges in visitors, and even Q City’s golden sands had become a top destination—despite similar beaches existing elsewhere.

Many attractions now hoped for a Jiang Lan-Yu Wanqiu endorsement. In a way, they’d become trendsetters—wherever they went turned into a must-visit.

Netizens jokingly called Jiang Lan a "travel radar." Some influencers' recommended viral spots might look great in photos, but when you actually visit, you’ll find the photogenic area is just a tiny corner—and the reason they look good is often because the influencers themselves are attractive.

But from the show, viewers can see a full 360-degree panoramic view in high-definition, with every frame crystal clear. Whether a place is fun or not, the audience can judge for themselves.

Summer vacation is peak travel season, and many popular scenic spots are overcrowded. More people are now inclined to visit these niche, interesting locations instead.

Some scenic area managers even contacted the show’s production team, offering free admission in exchange for promotion.

Zhang Tian was tempted but respected the opinions of the show’s guests. They could go wherever they wanted—it wasn’t like they couldn’t afford the tickets.

At 9 a.m. on Wednesday, the two arrived at the aquarium.

The aquarium manager called to ask if they needed a tour guide, but Jiang Lan declined. It felt awkward to have someone following them around—they already had a camera crew. Adding a guide would mean trailing a whole procession of people.

Their first stop was the jellyfish exhibit.

The aquarium was an enclosed space, completely dark except for a few small lamps in the corners. The only light came from the blue glow reflecting off the tanks.

Inside was the color of the ocean—swaying seaweed, golden sand, and tiny, colorful fish darting about. If you pressed your finger against the glass, the fish would swim over and kiss your fingertips.

Yu Wanqiu’s heart melted instantly.

This was nothing like the beach, where you could only collect seashells. Here, she could see these adorable little fish up close.

Several fish swam over, taking turns to peck at Yu Wanqiu’s fingers.

She wiggled her hand, and the fish followed.

One orange fish, with two white stripes on its tail, looked like a little sprite.

Yu Wanqiu couldn’t help but exclaim, "Jiang Lan, they’re kissing me!"

Later, they would go diving and swim with the fish. The last time Yu Wanqiu went deep-sea diving, she couldn’t even see the ocean floor—it was just a personal challenge.

Now, she was grateful for every skill she’d ever learned. She wanted to take Jiang Lan diving.

If the fish were this playful through the glass, imagine how many would swarm around her underwater.

Jiang Lan pressed her hand against the glass, and a school of fish swam over, blowing bubbles and circling around.

If Lu Yicheng were here, he’d probably explain it as phototaxis. But Jiang Lan didn’t care about the science. "They’re kissing you because you’re pretty!"

Yu Wanqiu was overjoyed. And they hadn’t even seen the jellyfish yet—they’d just entered the aquarium.

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Soon, a group of translucent, umbrella-shaped jellyfish floated into view, pulsing gracefully through the water.

Their pastel blue hue resembled flowing skirts, and the way they moved was mesmerizing.

Besides the blue ones, there were jellyfish in rainbow, purple, and yellow hues. The tank was massive, and the dim lighting outside made the marine life even more captivating.

It felt like stepping into a surreal dream. Yu Wanqiu stood there for over half an hour, gasping in awe every time a new jellyfish appeared.

Jiang Lan took countless photos of her—some with Yu Wanqiu and a jellyfish separated only by the glass, creating a beautiful contrast between human and sea creature, both distinct and harmonious.

The next exhibit featured ocean fish, including endangered species and tropical fish of all kinds.

Some were as small as a finger, others the size of a palm, and even tinier ones with shimmering silver scales.

These fish seemed to know how beautiful they were, flicking their tails at visitors like they were showing off.

Many of the species were ones neither of them had ever seen before.

The ocean fish exhibit was divided into sections simulating different oceanic environments. Walking through, their minds were filled with images of these aquatic sprites.

Without the aquarium, most people would never get to see these creatures up close.

After two hours, Yu Wanqiu’s legs were sore. Jiang Lan pulled out snacks—a jelly each and a peach-flavored cake—to recharge before the next exhibit.

The seal exhibit replicated the frigid waters of the Arctic and Antarctic, with noticeably colder temperatures and floating ice.

Seven seals lounged on the ice, tails dangling in the water, their whiskered faces turned adorably toward the keeper.

China had established conservation stations in polar regions to rescue animals endangered by environmental changes.

The keeper brought fish and shrimp, and the seals waddled over, rubbing against his pants while they ate.

He introduced Yu Wanqiu to two of them: "These two, Taotao and Yueyue, were rescued by the state. They’re big eaters and not shy at all. You can play with them after they finish."

Normally, visitors only got five minutes with the seals, but Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan were allowed ten.

For promotional purposes, the aquarium could get a roughly ten-minute promotional video without spending a single penny, and it would be shown to a wide audience.

After the seals finished their meal, the caretakers handed them toys.

The toys were thin ice blocks shaped into various forms—five-pointed stars, hearts, and squares.

The caretakers also gave Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan two ice blocks each. Once they changed into protective suits, they could play with the seals.

This was the first time the two had interacted with small animals up close.

Surrounded by seven little seals, they were utterly adorable and affectionate, nuzzling and rubbing against them, playfully begging for toys. The seals would roll around on the shore in delight whenever they received one.

The caretakers fed them diligently, leaving their coats glossy and their bodies plump and round—clearly, they were well-fed.

The seals who got toys would nuzzle their heads against Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan’s hands, pulling them into play.

Yu Wanqiu couldn’t resist petting their heads, making sure to give each one equal attention—otherwise, the others might get jealous.

Animals are simple creatures—whoever gives them food and toys is a friend.

The ten minutes flew by, and the little seals pushed their toys toward the two, as if trying to use their favorite playthings to keep their beloved companions around.

“We’ll come back to play with you another time,” Jiang Lan said reluctantly. It had only been ten minutes—just ten minutes with these adorable seals—but the penguins were still waiting for them.

The seal exhibit was a bit chilly, so Jiang Lan stepped out to warm up with a cup of hot water.

Yu Wanqiu mimicked the seals, rubbing her face the way they did. It was just too cute.

They were so clever, like little children.

Yu Wanqiu had returned to acting shortly after giving birth to Lu Yicheng, so she had no idea what he was like as a baby—was he this well-behaved too?

After a short break, the two prepared to head to the penguin exhibit.

This year, several penguin chicks had been born at the aquarium. The parents were exhausted, with a line of little ones trailing behind them all day.

Though they didn’t have to hunt in the ocean here, feeding the chicks was still entirely up to the parents.

The adult penguins stood about knee-high, while the chicks only reached ankle height, wobbling adorably as they walked, looking a bit silly.

Yu Wanqiu had only ever seen seals and penguins on TV—seeing them in person was completely different. Why had she never thought to visit an aquarium before?

How could such adorable creatures exist? Just looking at them made her want to give them a little squeeze.

Yu Wanqiu had never had the time before, and Lu Shuangchen certainly wasn’t the type to seek out fun places.

To him, marine fish and regular fish were no different—one just had more colors than the other. In his eyes, marine fish couldn’t even compare to grass carp or common carp—at least those were edible.

The penguin father led a parade of tiny followers, darting off at mealtime with surprising speed.

One little penguin stumbled mid-run, landing with a soft plop, but quickly shook it off and flapped its wings to catch up with the group.

Yu Wanqiu burst into laughter. “Jiang Lan, look at that little one!”

The caretaker explained, “They’re still young. Once they’re older, they’ll learn to hunt. If possible, we’d prefer they return to the wild.”

At the aquarium, they never had to worry about going hungry, but penguins are wild animals—they still need to learn essential skills.

Yu Wanqiu asked, “So they have classes too?”

The caretaker nodded. “The faster learners get extra treats—like delicious silverfish.”

“I see,” Yu Wanqiu murmured.

If even little penguins were attending classes, maybe she could consider going back to university too.

By the time they finished at the penguin exhibit, it was already half past one. They needed to grab lunch before returning in the afternoon.

However, leaving the aquarium would require buying new tickets to re-enter, so they had no choice but to eat at the on-site restaurant.

Like all tourist spot eateries, the prices here were steep.

Most visitors avoided dining here.

Yu Wanqiu wasn’t short on money, but she couldn’t help weighing the convenience of eating here versus going out. Besides, she and Jiang Lan had brought snacks.

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“How about we snack for now and go for that braised pig trotters you mentioned after we’re done?” Yu Wanqiu suggested.

“Perfect!” Jiang Lan agreed. She had packed plenty of snacks—enough for both of them to make a meal out of.

Originally, the aquarium had a mermaid show—not real mermaids, of course, but performers wearing mermaid tails swimming underwater.

However, the show was discontinued due to its borderline suggestive nature.

Now, visitors could wear diving suits and go underwater to interact with the fish.

Single tickets cost 100 yuan, while a duo ticket was discounted at 25% off, totaling 150.

Clearly, the duo ticket was the better deal.

“Let’s get the duo ticket,” Jiang Lan said.

Yu Wanqiu hesitated. “But you’re scared of diving. I can go alone.”

Back when Yu Wanqiu first learned to dive, she had been terrified too, but she had no choice for the sake of a role. Jiang Lan didn’t have to push herself.

Jiang Lan wanted to try but was nervous—still, 25% off was tempting. “Let’s just get the duo ticket. We’re already here, and with you around, I won’t be scared.”

After paying the 150 yuan, the staff led them to change into diving gear and put on oxygen masks.

The staff member said, "The diving suits and oxygen masks here have all been sterilized, so you can use them without worry. A professional will come shortly to teach you how to dive."

Jiang Lan listened attentively.

This was different from deep-sea diving—it was much simpler with someone guiding them underwater.

"This area simulates an underwater world, designed to feel incredibly realistic. The fish and jellyfish inside are all non-toxic, so you can enjoy yourself freely. If you experience leg cramps or difficulty breathing, just signal 'OK,' and the staff will bring you back up."

Not that they’d need the staff—Yu Wanqiu would be the one to bring Jiang Lan back to the surface.