My Straight Girlfriend with Skin Hunger Syndrome - Chapter 128
Chapter 128: The Grand Finale
Yi Shanshan had gone viral online before.
But those times, it was all under the “Yi Shanshan” brand—school promotions, traffic from participating in trending events, and even… behind-the-scenes connections pulling the strings.
Yi Shanshan wasn’t sure if, stripped of these advantages, she still possessed enough intrinsic appeal.
This video proved she did.
Under the gaze of her beloved, she could earn immense adoration through sheer talent alone.
In just one night and a day, her video skyrocketed to the top of the platform’s trending charts.
Its popularity surged at an alarming rate, and the backend notifications flooded in faster than she could possibly read them all. When the video surpassed a million views, it had already garnered 200,000 likes, and her follower count had surged to over 50,000.
A channel built from scratch.
Yi Shanshan screenshot the backend data and sent it to a friend who ran a company specializing in video music services. Her friend immediately called back, and upon learning that Yi Shanshan was the owner of the account, she let out a piercing scream.
“Ahhhhh!” she screamed. “Is this really just a casual post? Your ‘casual post’ makes all my half-year of hard work look like a joke!”
“How am I supposed to complain to you now about how hard it is to make it in the influencer world?! This platform is practically dying! I’ve sunk a fortune into paid promotion, and I still haven’t managed to grow an account this high-quality!”
“Do you still stand by what you said before? You mentioned wanting to join my little company and invest in some music projects. Well, you don’t need to invest anymore! I’m going to pour all my resources into making your account huge and successful!”
Yi Shanshan giggled. “Is it really that impressive? It only has a few followers right now, and the second video might get no views at all.”
Friend: “Sign with me, and I’ll make every video you post go viral.”
“No way! You’re already trying to hustle me,” Yi Shanshan retorted, glancing at Ying Yuan. This Little Fox was always shrewd when it came to business. “The video wasn’t just my work, so it’s not really my personal account. My current plan is to keep experimenting. If we can consistently produce quality content that performs well, then we can talk about collaborating.”
Friend: “With the company’s support in the early stages…”
“Didn’t you just say throwing money at traffic doesn’t work?” Yi Shanshan frowned. “It feels like whether you can make a living on the internet depends on luck. If I really had that kind of luck, I’d manage the account myself. But we can definitely talk about music promotion and copyright representation.”
Her friend howled again, “What window did the heavens slam shut on you, Yi Shanshan?! So young, so talented, and so smart—aren’t you leaving any room for the rest of us to breathe?!”
Yi Shanshan: “I’m not planning to show my face on this account for now. You’re the only one who knows it’s me. You understand I don’t want any ties to my family, so please keep this absolutely secret.”
This declaration showcased Yi Shanshan’s determination to succeed through her own efforts while emphasizing her exclusive partnership with her friend. Hearing this, her friend’s initial disappointment over not securing a full contract faded. After all, securing exclusive copyright representation for a prodigy like Yi Shanshan was already a significant victory.
“Of course I’ll keep it secret,” her friend assured her. “You’ll be my ultimate secret weapon. Shanshan Weapon, now please go to the Creator Center and give me more detailed data. I’ll do a content and audience analysis for you.”
“Alrighty~” Yi Shanshan said with a smile. “Thanks, Babe~”
She’d effortlessly secured the help of an industry professional and even laid the groundwork for future collaboration.
After hanging up, Yi Shanshan handed her phone to Ying Yuan. “Sweetie, you can take a look at the fan feedback too. Let’s brainstorm together if you have any ideas~”
Ying Yuan wrapped her arms around Yi Shanshan, pressing a soft kiss to her ear. In a rare moment of playfulness, she teased, “Just how many ‘Babes’ do you have…?”
Yi Shanshan burst into laughter. “Getting jealous already? Afraid I’ll become a big influencer and leave you behind?”
“No, but I worry I can’t give you what you need.” Ying Yuan took the phone. “Still, I’ll work hard. I can even draft an analysis report for you.”
Yi Shanshan was constantly stunned by Ying Yuan’s unwavering devotion. Could someone truly love you so completely, always putting you first?
“I’ll always need you,” Yi Shanshan couldn’t resist leaning in to kiss her, interrupting her work. “People are moved because of love, and all my love comes from you~”
Yi Shanshan was right.
The explosive popularity of their videos stemmed not only from the captivating music and beautiful atmosphere but, most importantly, from the palpable current of love that flowed through them.
Love fueled Yi Shanshan’s creative inspiration, allowing Ying Yuan to effortlessly capture the most poignant and heartwarming perspectives.
Their second video also went viral. By the time they released their third, Yi Shanshan’s original music had already topped the trending soundtrack charts. Countless creators covered her songs, sparking a massive online trend: “Love is the only true expression of music.”
Yi Shanshan’s songwriting talent and mesmerizing voice, having barely revealed their brilliance, had already secured her a solid foothold in the online world.
Her inbox overflowed with collaboration requests, and countless fans eagerly awaited the day she would finally reveal her face.
Yi Shanshan was remarkably resistant to temptation, especially with Ying Yuan as her rational and steadfast advisor. They remained grounded amid the hype, meticulously planning their every move.
No face reveals, no live streams, not even advertisements. Just pure music creation.
By pouring all their focus into their art, Yi Shanshan’s account transformed into a professional music IP, imbued with enduring vitality.
Winter faded into spring, summer into autumn.
Yi Shanshan became a mysterious music blogger with a million followers, while Ying Yuan and Qi Hongyue’s first game launched successfully, topping charts and becoming a dark horse indie game that captivated the industry’s attention.
The two no longer needed to worry about income; their greatest challenge now was balancing their careers, studies, and quality time with their partners.
Caught up in their respective successes, they suddenly realized they were still only third-year university students.
Life changed in an instant. By the time they graduated in their fourth year, Yi Shanshan and Ying Yuan’s career plans had diverged dramatically from their initial ambitions when they first entered university.
The future unfolded before them, dazzling and full of limitless possibilities.
But love offered only one possibility.
No matter the circumstances, Ying Yuan and Yi Shanshan were certain they would hold each other’s hands, sharing every joy and hardship, and walking forward together in unwavering understanding and companionship.
Oh, and by the way. In the winter of their third year, they bought the apartment they had been renting, the one with the gingko tree outside the window. In the summer after graduating, they returned to H City and purchased the dream home they had always imagined: one facing the sea with mountains at its back.
Every dream, big or small, would come true in the hands of those who love each other.
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—May 24, 2025
Author’s Note:
Aaaaaah! It’s finished! Aaaaaah! I’m so happy I could run laps! Thank you all for your companionship and support over the past four and a half months! bows deeply I had so much fun writing Skin Hunger, and like I always say, I hope you all enjoyed reading it just as much! Your love is my greatest motivation!
All the extras will be bonus chapters, so all the readers who purchased the full series can enjoy them for free! You’re welcome to request specific topics for the extras—if it sparks my interest, I might write it. However, the update schedule for the extras will be irregular, depending on things like rankings… or maybe because this author has been cooped up for months and really wants to go play! laughs hysterically
My next project is currently planned to be After Transmigrating, I Became the White Moonlight of the Villainous Saintess, which you can find in my column. It’s my first time tackling the xianxia genre, but trust me, I’ll serve you up a delicious feast! So please add it to your favorites! Pre-saves are crucial for authors! bows deeply again
Finally, I love you all! Sending you all big kisses! Wishing you endless joy and the same luck and happiness as the protagonists in my stories! throws confetti throws confetti throws confetti throws confetti