Showbiz Scandal: The Official Announcement of My Ex and Myself-Chapter 389: Next Episode Preview

Burning Spring is highly anticipated at the moment.

First, there were rumors like "Xie Qingci seemingly admires Yu Xia" and "Xie Qingci’s feelings in the drama got too deep." Then, there was the thrilling plotline where "Xie Qingci’s character is whipped." The broadcast date coincides with the airing of the scenes between Yu Xia and her ex-boyfriend Yu Zhi.

So much gossip everywhere; people are saying, "I haven’t watched it yet and already it’s a big bowl of drama."

The most exciting part has to be the whipping scene. He Ci has already thought through this. When that scene airs, entertainment tabloids will undoubtedly come up with eye-catching headlines, like "New top star takes off clothes for a role for the first time," "Xie Qingci tortured for love," and so on.

He started laughing to himself, just thinking about it.

Yu Xia gave him a weird look, thinking maybe hormonal imbalance could cause neurological disorder?

She was getting up to leave when He Ci hurriedly brought up one last thing.

"Did you watch last night’s preview? The two episodes airing today include the scene of you slapping Yu Zhi. His studio contacted me, saying they’d handle interactions from that scene. You two should avoid public interactions."

That could easily stir up a frenzy among their shipper fans. Any interactions between them might look like they’re fanning rumors of reconciliation, which isn’t ideal.

Yu Xia waved her hand, "Got it."

The scene with the slap, she’s made a mental note to watch it tonight.

It’s obviously a mini-climax in the storyline, sure to generate a lot of discussion.

As she had nothing planned, on a day with no work, she lounged comfortably, drew the curtains in the evening, turned on the TV, and sat with a bag of snacks to watch.

Today, the plot had reached the point where the female lead was greatly displeased with Yu Zhi’s character, ready to kick him out and have fun on her own.

As she munched on nuts, she nearly chipped a tooth during the slap scene.

She hadn’t felt it during filming, but the sound added in post-production made the slap seem especially loud, more like a thug hitting the head than a wealthy heiress slapping someone.

The screen was filled with twice the usual amount of comments, all exclaiming how exciting it was.

[Wow, once close lovers turn rivalries with a slap]

[A real slap? That sound was so loud, my face hurts just listening]

[Although Yu Zhi’s character is indeed maddening in this drama, when I think of their real-life relationship, I can only say wow, just wow!]

[That ditzy sweet girl next to her was stunned, hahaha. I wonder if everyone was shocked during filming]

[Queen Yu Xia is so fierce—one slap and it’s done. I hope future drama leads take note, step aside or face consequences]

[Didn’t expect Yu Zhi to get slapped by his ex-girlfriend even after breaking up]

[Xie Qingci must be enjoying this plotline, right?]

[I can’t handle it. This kind of wickedly twisted ex-lovers killing each other, I’m definitely invested in it]

The comments were amusing, and the storyline was entertaining. Yu Xia watched today’s third episode until the end, planning to turn off the TV once she finished her nuts.

Then the next episode’s preview started.

High heels stepped onto sneakers, a red dress brushed over sweatpants, and the young man was flustered, his face turning red and his neck tense with embarrassment.

Yu Xia: Disaster.

Why did they have to air this episode now of all times?!

She took a sip of water to calm herself, only to choke and cough repeatedly.

Hopefully, Xie Qingci is too busy to watch TV or browse online.

Or maybe he’s selectively blind to this for a couple of days; that’s fine too. Please, Universe, just grant her wish somehow.

She wouldn’t be able to handle this.

She was pondering what to do next when, to her surprise, her sister-in-law called the next day to discuss the matter.

"It’s a clash of styles, that actor feels quite similar to Xie Qingci. When the sneakers first appeared, I thought it was him," Yue Ling quipped teasingly.

Little Yu, who was being punished with squats while doing homework, also came over to the screen and asked, "Aunt, why did you step on that brother?"

"..." She chose only to answer Yue Ling’s question, "You can’t really compare them. Xie Qingci looks much better."

Sipping tea nearby, Yu Heng let out a sarcastic laugh.

She immediately corrected herself, "Of course, my own brother is the best—tall, strong, handsome, peerless!"

Yu Heng took a leisurely sip of tea, giving her an indifferent glance.

Yue Ling exchanged a playful glance with him, saying with a smile, "I noticed Xie Qingci doesn’t like others getting too close to you. Now with fans discussing that scene, he must be having thoughts."

Before Yu Xia could respond, Yu Heng, with his usual sarcastic tone, interjected, "What thoughts could he have? She’s spending tomorrow with him; what daring thoughts could he entertain?"

Ah yes, they agreed that Yu Xia would celebrate her birthday privately tomorrow, then on the 15th with them.

Yu Heng, being overprotective of his sister, was quite displeased with this decision. With a sullen expression, he ordered Yu Yue to do more squats and assigned him extra homework.

Little Yu whimpered and Yu Xia dryly consoled him for a couple of sentences, joining her brother in admonishing him.

"Exactly! What kind of thoughts could he have? It’s work, it’s not real. If he’s unhappy, he’s being immature!"

Yue Ling looked at the siblings speechlessly.

She might not fully understand Yu Xia, but she has about half an idea. Just observing Yu Heng reveals Yu Xia’s nature. What she says might be very different from what she’ll do next; she might turn around and placate him.

Because Xie Qingci sure knows how to play the victim, evident from the time he stood talking at Yu Xia’s doorstep.

She continued, "Though acting often involves romantic scenes, as a celebrity he should understand this. But genuine feelings for you would naturally lead to jealousy—it’s human nature. Don’t mind your brother’s comments; he’s just idle."

Yu Xia stifled laughter, seeing Yu Heng’s displeased expression on the screen. She said, "Well, my brother means well for me; I’m deeply moved. Dear brother, you can give me my birthday present tomorrow, even if we’re celebrating on the 15th."

Yu Heng replied in exasperation, "As if I don’t know you? You always sweet-talk at times like this."

Just calling him brother wasn’t enough; she had to use endearments, lest he forget they’re siblings and shortchange her.

She asked with a smile, "So what are you planning to give me?"

"A house." He was always generous yet straightforward with gifts.

Yue Ling added from the side, "It’s the house near Lin’an Road. I picked it out. I also chose a bag for you to try when you return."

Yu Yue shouted too, "Aunt! I prepared a gift for you too!"

Yu Xia loved receiving gifts, and her family spoiled her. Even her poor nephew Yu Yue remembered to give her gifts every year.

She was overjoyed, "No wonder Aunt likes you so much. If your mom wants you to finish a whole test paper, I’ll even find another one for you. What’s Little Yu planning to give Aunt as a gift?"

Yu Yue: "..." Suddenly he wasn’t so keen on giving it.

With his little legs trembling, he said, "It’s a secret for now. Auntie, you’ll see when you come back. My gift is very important, the best gift in the world."

Yu Xia thought, the best gift was with Xie Qingci; she was eagerly anticipating it.

But her nephew’s love was also very important. She blew a kiss towards the camera, "Thank you in advance, my dear nephew. Don’t slack on those squats, you’re standing up now."

Yu Heng shot him a glance.

Little Yu, with a face full of grievances, withdrew his affection, "Aunt, you’re too much!"