Chapter 402 – The Aloof Male God’s Exclusive CP – Evidence (09)
To prevent this troublesome matter from affecting Bai Tang, Wei Rushuang informed him after class that his voice-acting work would be temporarily suspended. She didn’t tell him what had happened, only asked him not to go online for the time being. After all, until the issue was clarified, there was no way the dubbing work could continue.
“Alright then, I’ll head back first. Ah Xu worked overtime late last night, so I need to go home and cook something nice for him,” Bai Tang said, not particularly bothered by the situation. He was in a hurry to go back and make something good for Qi Yuanxu—staying up late was bad for the body, and no health supplement was better than proper food.
“Then I’ll be leaving. Goodbye, Rushuang.”
After several days of interaction, Bai Tang’s relationship with the female lead had grown closer. At the very least, he no longer misunderstood her as having feelings for Qi Yuanxu like he did at the beginning.
“Go on, be careful on the way,” Wei Rushuang said with a wave, watching Bai Tang leave the classroom.
On the way home, Qiu’er and Xiao A told Bai Tang everything that had happened with Ling Tian. Bai Tang stopped at the zebra crossing, lost in thought.
Qiu’er asked, “Tang Tang, what are you thinking about?”
Bai Tang replied, “I just can’t figure it out. What does he gain from doing this? Didn’t he already get the male lead role? I’m not in his way at all.”
Xiao A analyzed the situation rationally. “Lin Zigao is just someone who has nothing better to do. He can’t stand seeing others do well—classic resentment. Even though this isn’t really about wealth, the nature of it is the same.”
“Forget it,” Bai Tang said. “Claims without evidence won’t hold up. Come on, let’s go home—I’ll make sweet-and-sour ribs for you.”
The red light turned green, and Bai Tang strode forward.
Perhaps Qiu’er and Xiao A, like protagonists themselves, had protected the little squirrel too well. What Bai Tang didn’t know was that evidence could be fabricated—especially when someone with a bit of fame went up against a newcomer. Suppressing someone like that was extremely easy.
Bai Tang bought groceries and went home, humming a tune as he busied himself in the kitchen.
When Qi Yuanxu returned, exhausted from work, he was greeted by this warm and homely scene.
“You’re back! I made some soup—come drink it!” Bai Tang carried a brimming bowl of soup, carefully walking to the table. He set it down quickly, then pinched his earlobe with his fingers. It was so hot—he’d almost spilled it.
“Let me see.” Bai Tang’s small movements didn’t escape Qi Yuanxu’s notice. He pulled Bai Tang’s hand over. The fair fingertips were bright red, looking quite serious.
“It’s really fine. My skin’s just thin—it looks bad, but it doesn’t hurt at all~” Bai Tang tried to pull his hand back, but Qi Yuanxu held on firmly.
He led the young man to the sink and ran his fingers under cold water. “I’ll do the cooking from now on.”
“But then Ah Xu will get hungry~” the young man said softly.
Qi Yuanxu paused and lifted his gaze, meeting the boy’s eyes filled with affection.
People said actions could be faked, but eyes never lied.
Reflected in the boy’s pupils was the sharp-featured image of the young man— as if, in his entire world, only you were his center.
“I don’t mind skipping a meal, but if Tang Tang gets hurt, my heart would ache.” Qi Yuanxu held Bai Tang’s fingers and brought them to his lips, pressing a gentle kiss to them.
“But I don’t want you to go hungry…”
Hearing Bai Tang’s soft, tender concern made Qi Yuanxu’s blood boil. How could he not love Tang Tang like this?
“Then remember to use a cloth as padding when you carry hot dishes next time,” Qi Yuanxu said. He didn’t want to reject the boy’s care, so he could only offer precautions, making Bai Tang’s safety his top priority.
After eating, and after sharing a bit more warmth together, Qi Yuanxu noticed that Bai Tang hadn’t opened his computer but was reading a book instead. He smiled and asked, “Tang Tang, aren’t you doing voice acting today?”
“I don’t need to go online today. Isn’t it better if I keep you company?”
Qi Yuanxu was already exhausted from work, and Bai Tang didn’t want to trouble him with trivial matters. Anyway, by tomorrow night, if Lin Zigao couldn’t produce any evidence, this whole mess would quickly blow over.
Qi Yuanxu wrapped an arm around Bai Tang and lay down on the bed. “Of course I’m happy if Tang Tang stays with me…”
He hadn’t slept for two days and one night. Holding the fragrant, soft, and obedient young man in his arms, he soon fell into a deep sleep.
The next evening, Ling Tian Voice Acting Club called for a confrontation meeting. Wei Rushuang logged in early and waited.
With the system’s assistance, Bai Tang also logged in, entering the reception hall in stealth mode. The female lead wanted to protect him and spare him from these filthy matters. He understood and appreciated her intentions. But gratitude aside, he didn’t like having dirty water splashed on him. This Lin Zigao was completely unreasonable—Bai Tang wanted to see what other tricks he could possibly pull.
By the time Bai Tang entered the reception hall, it was already packed with people.
This was a peak online time to begin with, and now there was drama to watch—why miss it?
[Club President]: Shuangshuang, how about we just let this go? Everyone’s from the same voice acting club. Do we really need to make things this ugly?
The president of Ling Tian Voice Acting Club knew that Gaogaoxingxing was Lin Zigao’s alt account. Lin Zigao hadn’t originally been part of their club; the president had gone to great lengths to recruit him just last month. Lin Zigao had ability, Wei Rushuang had money—he didn’t want to offend either of them.
[Shuang Manyue]: Why should we? Does the person being slandered not deserve to clear their name, while the one doing the slandering gets to make baseless accusations?
[Club President]: Pine Cone hasn’t even come out to say anything himself. He doesn’t seem to care. Why are you so worked up, Shuangshuang?
[Shuang Manyue]: I’m the one who told Pine Cone not to come out. You’ve known him for a long time—when has he ever cursed at anyone? Should he just come out and be bullied by all of you after being slandered like this?
[Coffee Without Sugar]: I was the one who assigned Pine Cone’s role. I gave it to him because I thought his voice suited it. I’m also waiting to see Gaogaoxingxing produce evidence. How exactly did I “snatch” the role and give it to Pine Cone? I’m the director—since when do I not have the authority to decide that?
[Little Flower For You]: Yeah, exactly. Isn’t it obvious that the director chooses the CVs? How did it suddenly turn into “unspoken rules” and stealing roles? I’d like to know too.
[Miss You Baby]: Pulling up a stool and waiting for the drama 🍿.
Seeing Wei Ruhuang stand up for him, Bai Tang felt genuinely touched. “Qiu’er, Xiao A, this female lead is really great~”
In this world, the female lead’s character setting was that of a kind person with a strong sense of justice. Once she acknowledged someone as a friend, she would protect them to the very end—provided, of course, that they weren’t actually in the wrong.
And clearly, Bai Tang had done nothing at all. Yet he was being scolded for no reason, and even Wei Rushuang and Coffee Without Sugar had been dragged into it. Such a huge accusation was slapped onto them—how could anyone tolerate that?
After about half an hour, most people had grown impatient.
[Bystander A]: Is Gaogaoxingxing coming or not? Don’t waste our time, okay?
[Bystander B]: Probably too scared to show up. There’s no evidence at all. Coffee already posted the casting plan for us to see. Several CVs who were considered suitable turned it down themselves, and only then did they find Pine Cone. It doesn’t look problematic at all.
[Bystander C]: That’s not necessarily true. Plans are still made by people. We only see what they choose to show us—real or fake, who knows? Let’s wait for the confrontation.
Just as Bai Tang was running out of patience and preparing to log off, and the onlookers were also getting ready to disperse and go do their own things, Gaogaoxingxing finally arrived, fashionably late, and entered the reception hall.
[Gaogaoxingxing]: Sorry I’m late. Thanks for waiting, everyone.
[Shuang Manyue]: Since you’re here, then show everyone your evidence.
[Club President]: We’re all in the same club. Is there really any conflict that can’t be resolved? How about we just laugh it off and move on?
[Coffee Without Sugar]: President, you can’t put it like that. If there’s dissatisfaction and conflict, then it should be brought out and resolved. If you don’t untie the knot and just bottle it up, the snowball will only grow bigger. Who knows what might happen in the future then?
Coffee Without Sugar had been working as a planner for two years and had never been slandered before. Encountering something like this for the first time, it was only natural for her to be angry.
She refused to let it go—and Gaogaoxingxing refused as well.
[Gaogaoxingxing]: Fine. I know the president wants unity, but just like Coffee Without Sugar said, we can’t let the snowball keep rolling. As for evidence, I don’t have any—but I do have a witness. I’ll call him over now. Please wait a moment.
Everyone’s curiosity was piqued by Lin Zigao’s claim of having a witness. They waited expectantly. Two minutes later, the “witness” finally entered the reception hall.
[Ye Yinghuo]: Hello everyone, I’m Ye Yinghuo.
The moment Ye Yinghuo spoke, the chat exploded.
“It’s Young Master Ye!”
“Oh my god, I’m seeing my idol!”
“Young Master, notice me! I’m your little fan—”
…
No one present was unfamiliar with Ye Yinghuo. He was a CV who had recently risen to popularity. The character he voiced—Young Master Ye—was gentle, refined, and elegant, yet met a tragic end. That role had earned him a huge following of devoted male and female fans. Even Wei Rushuang herself had fallen for his charming voice the first time she heard it.
But now…
Wei Rushuang stared at the name Ye Yinghuo on her computer screen. What exactly was this person trying to do?!
Bai Tang held an ear of corn, nibbling on it as he watched the scrolling chat. “Qiu’er, this guy’s voice is pretty nice. He seems quite popular too.”
Hearing Bai Tang praise another man, Qiu’er immediately felt a sense of crisis on Qi Yuanxu’s behalf.
“He’s a newly popular pretty boy CV. He used to be in the same club as Lin Zigao. They’re friends.”
Xiao A added, “Host, please do not lower your guard. Based on analysis, Ye Yinghuo is here to assist Lin Zigao in slandering you.”
“So that’s how it is,” Bai Tang said calmly. “Then let’s see what he has to say.”
[Gaogaoxingxing]: I originally didn’t want to disturb Master Ye, but since Shuang Manyue insists on getting a result, I had no choice but to bring out a witness. The supporting male role was originally Ye Yinghuo’s, but somehow, it ended up being snatched by Pine Cone.
[Ye Yinghuo]: I did receive the script for the second male lead and even did a voice audition. The original author thought my voice suited the role quite well. But after that, there was no further news. Later, I heard that someone else had been chosen. I felt rather regretful about it.
The two of them played off each other perfectly, putting on a very convincing act. They even released screenshots of a chat between Lin Zigao’s main account and Ye Yinghuo. In the conversation, Lin Zigao asked whether there was a chance for them to collaborate.
Ye Yinghuo replied: Probably. I’ve already auditioned, and it felt quite suitable. I’m waiting for further notice.
At the top of the screenshot was the date of the conversation—it was from before Pine Cone had been officially confirmed for the supporting role.
Ye Yinghuo also posted screenshots of the original author praising his voice as pleasant and fitting.
This was truly a case of both witness and evidence present, leaving no room for denial.
The crowd erupted.
So the role really was stolen by Pine Cone after all?
Wasn’t Coffee Without Sugar being utterly inhuman?
The character was created by the original author—wouldn’t the author understand the character better than she did? If the author had praised Ye Yinghuo, how could the role still be given to Pine Cone?
For a moment, the reception hall was filled with voices condemning Coffee Without Sugar, Shuang Manyue, and Pine Cone.