Fall in love with a short drama actor.

Under the shroud of night, the Bund in Haishi was illuminated as the lights came on. The resplendent glow reflected on the rippling river surface, creating a dreamy and illusory scene. Shuyan stood alone by the river, allowing the gentle evening breeze to caress her cheeks as her thoughts drifted.Casually, Shuyan noticed that a man had somehow taken a seat beside her. Turning to look, she was surprised to find that it was the highly talented actor from the short dramas. His face was clearly defined under the lights, his eyes deep and serene, tinged with a hint of weariness.Neither of them spoke. They just sat there quietly together, staring blankly at the bustling riverside view. Cruise ships came and went on the river, shuttling through the noise and excitement of the city. Occasionally, the river breeze blew, tousling the strands of hair on his forehead.Time seemed to stand still at this moment. The surrounding noises gradually faded into the background, leaving only the gentle sound of their breathing and the soft lapping of the river against the embankment. Without verbal communication, a wonderful tacit understanding quietly spread between them.After an unknown amount of time, he shifted his body slightly and let out a soft sigh. This sigh seemed to carry all the joys and sorrows of his acting career. Shuyan couldn't help but wonder what was flashing through his mind at this moment. Were they the exciting scenes from the short dramas, or the unknown pressures hidden behind the glamour? In this short and peaceful moment, two strangers were brought together by the night view of the Bund. Each was immersed in their own world, yet seemed to share the same tranquility for that brief moment.Finally, he broke the silence, his voice slightly hoarse. "Sometimes I really envy the cruise ships on the river. They can shuttle around so freely." Shuyan turned to look at him and softly replied, "But they always have to follow a set route. Maybe they're not as free as they seem." He was slightly taken aback, then showed a faint smile, as if he agreed with her words. Then, he slowly began to talk about the helplessness in his acting career. Behind the seemingly glamorous facade, there were so many things beyond his control. Shuyan listened attentively, interjecting with a few words of comfort from time to time.As the night grew deeper, fewer people remained. Suddenly, he stood up and reached out his hand to Shuyan. "Thank you for listening to me for so long. I hope we'll have another chance to chat like this tonight." Shuyan hesitated for a moment, then reached out and took his hand. Just as their hands met, a flash went off. It turned out that a paparazzo had secretly taken a photo of this scene. The next day, various entertainment news stories flooded the media, all with headlines about their "mysterious date". Although the outside world was abuzz with rumors, they knew that it was just an accidental consolation and sharing between two lonely souls at the Bund. This unique memory would always remain in their hearts, undisturbed by the outside world.However, the public opinion didn't fade away easily just because of their inner calmness. His management company got involved, worried that this incident would affect his image and several major projects that were in negotiation. They tried to contact Shuyan, hoping that she could come forward to clarify that it was just a misunderstanding and, preferably, cooperate to create the impression that it was a malicious hype by the paparazzi.Shuyan refused because she didn't want to lie against her conscience. When he learned about this, he didn't blame Shuyan. On the contrary, he greatly admired her persistence. So, he made a bold decision. During a public interview, he candidly recounted what had really happened that night at the Bund and expressed his dissatisfaction with the baseless speculation and excessive interpretation in the entertainment industry.After hearing his true thoughts, most of his fans expressed their understanding. Gradually, the heat of this incident subsided.After this incident, Shuyan returned to Jing City and carried out her work in an orderly manner. This incident had become just a small episode in her life! Shuyan came to Haishi on a business trip three months ago. Three months later, she dragged her heavy suitcase and strolled on the bustling streets of Haishi. Having just gone through a breakup after discovering her boyfriend had cheated on her, her heart was filled with pain. So she took a one-week vacation and came to this unfamiliar yet charming city again, hoping to find a glimmer of comfort amidst the hustle and bustle. Author's Note The article is tentatively scheduled to be updated daily. I will read your comments carefully!I'd really appreciate it if you could give me a lot of support at the beginning of this new book. Thank you!