[Quick Transmigration] The Clingy Spirit of the Blackened Male Supporting Character - Chapter 110

“Auntie, you’re cooking, right? Let me help you.” Ye Xingzhou stood up.

Luo Ning’s mother was all smiles, while Luo Ning’s father let out a light grunt. He didn’t care about the film emperor or not. All he knew was that he had raised a tender little cabbage for twenty years, and now it was being devoured by a pig, even if that pig was clean and smooth.

Luo Ning’s mother quickly patted his hand and shot him a stern glare. After all, she was a fan of Ye Xingzhou. Having such an excellent son-in-law, who was handsome, stable, polite, and always considerate of her son, why would he make a face?

The saying, “mother-in-law watching her son-in-law getting more and more pleasing to the eye,” perfectly describes Luo Ning’s mother. But to be on the safe side, she still needed to subtly observe and investigate. They say the entertainment industry is quite chaotic. She wanted to see if Ye Xingzhou truly cared for her son.

The dishes on the dining table were plentiful. While not exquisitely cooked, they had a certain homey flavor that made eating feel comfortable.

Luo Ning’s father wanted Ye Xingzhou to stay in a hotel and not let him sleep over, but Luo Ning’s mother disagreed. She quickly prepared the guest room. At this hour, it would be hard to find a room at a hotel, especially now that it was New Year. It wouldn’t be nice to chase someone away.

Of course, having Luo Ning and Ye Xingzhou share a room was out of the question. She couldn’t let her son be taken advantage of right under their noses. Fortunately, there was still an empty room in the house. Luo Ning’s mother laid out a soft quilt.

Ye Xingzhou was silent. Being allowed to stay here meant that his mother-in-law accepted him, but it also meant he wouldn’t be able to hold his boyfriend while sleeping for several days. He was used to sleeping tightly pressed against Luo Ning at night, and now he had to adjust to sleeping alone, which felt strange. Plus, his father-in-law was keeping an eye on him. The next few days would have to be spent following the rules.

While going to wash up, Ye Xingzhou closed the door and wrapped his arms around Luo Ning’s waist. He pressed him against the wall and kissed him deeply, savoring Luo Ning’s breath and licking his lips.

His breathing became heavier. “Baby, don’t move. Let me hold you for a while.”

Luo Ning held his face and laughed. “Come on, it’s just a few days. Is it really that pitiful?”

“Be good.”

Ye Xingzhou wanted to be affectionate again, but hearing Luo Ning’s father’s and mother’s voices outside, he had to give up. He opened the door and acted as if nothing had happened.

Luo Ning’s father happened to walk over, looking suspiciously at them. Seeing them washing their faces, he didn’t say anything.

Once Luo Ning’s father left, Ye Xingzhou leaned in close to Luo Ning’s ear and whispered, “Leave the door ajar tonight.”

Luo Ning immediately understood that he wanted to climb into bed. He wouldn’t sleep honestly in the guest room. Ye Xingzhou gently kneaded his waist, and under his unwavering gaze, Luo Ning blushed and nodded.

Ye Xingzhou’s plan was to wait until everyone else was asleep, then go sleep with his baby, and sneak back to the guest room before dawn so he wouldn’t be discovered.

Around midnight, Ye Xingzhou put down his phone and quietly slipped out. He walked slowly to the next room. Just as he was about to pull Luo Ning’s door…

“Xiao Ye, what are you doing?” It was Luo Ning’s father. He, who should have been sleeping in his room, had somehow ended up on the sofa.

In the dim light of night, Ye Xingzhou hadn’t noticed in time. Luo Ning’s father’s eyes were filled with caution. He realized he had to be careful around this pig who was trying to devour his precious cabbage at any cost.

Ye Xingzhou froze, his dark eyes flickering with surprise in the night. He had genuinely not expected Luo Ning’s father to be this alert.

His fingers stopped for a moment, then he turned away dejectedly, calmly saying, “Uncle, I’m thirsty and want a glass of water.”

Luo Ning’s father looked at him with knowing eyes and snorted, then lay back down.

Luo Ning was already asleep. He didn’t wait for Ye Xingzhou. Upon discovering the bed was cold in the morning and the blanket on the living room sofa, he instantly understood what had happened. He couldn’t help but smile slightly at the thought of Ye Xingzhou’s predicament.

Ye Xingzhou had faint dark circles under his eyes, clearly not having slept well. Meeting the parents was indeed a good thing.

But with Luo Ning’s father being so strict, Ye Xingzhou could only afford to be intimate when taking Luo Ning out to play.

After a week of this, and with Ye Xingzhou’s helpless sighs, they finally returned home.

As soon as they got back to their little home, Ye Xingzhou sighed in relief, finally feeling free from the watchful eyes that had felt like thorns in his back. Even the air felt relaxed.

So Luo Ning found himself pinned on the sofa, dealing with the fierce man. His legs were weak, and it wasn’t until the sun was high that Ye Xingzhou helped him out of bed.

…

Days passed sweetly and warmly. As cold winter faded, a gentle early spring arrived. The historical drama that Luo Ning had filmed with Ye Xingzhou had passed review and began airing on the highest-rated Lemon TV, while also being simultaneously streamed on two online platforms.

The director and actors were all promoting it on Weibo. There was no need for excessive marketing. Just with Ye Xingzhou as the lead actor, they had a natural advantage, and countless fans were eager to support it.

In everyone’s eyes, Ye Xingzhou had never disappointed. He was a guarantee of quality. This drama had been highly anticipated by netizens.

Finally, after the first episode aired, the ratings soared to first place, and discussions about the plot were all over Weibo.

The production was meticulous, with beautiful costumes and props, and the plot logic was tight. The characters were not forced to act foolishly. Each had their own distinct traits. After finishing the latest episode, all the reviews were positive.

Viewers were enthusiastically recommending it, and the ratings kept climbing.

Ye Xingzhou’s acting skills were unquestionable, and Jian Xi’s performance was good enough. When Luo Ning appeared on screen, the audience’s excitement paused for a moment, worried that such a high-quality drama would be dragged down by Luo Ning.

But unexpectedly, as the beauty in the drama, when Luo Ning revealed his face, he was indeed stunning. He was beautiful yet not gaudy, like a blooming begonia, radiant and bright. When he smiled slightly, there was a hint of innocence and charm.

For a moment, the barrage of insults stopped. Without realizing it, viewers continued watching. It seemed his acting wasn’t bad. He didn’t display the malicious and scheming person with the same forced grins he had in the past, nor did he have the vacant look in his eyes.

On the contrary, his emotional expressions were just right, and his appearance was extremely deceptive. Compared to him, Jian Xi was also handsome but seemed a bit bland.

As they watched on, he didn’t seem as unbearable as they had imagined. It was easy to get drawn into the story. He wasn’t that bad after all.

Especially beneath that beautiful exterior, Luo Ning always smiled charmingly. Even when he revealed his true malice, he still appeared harmless. But when his eyes slowly turned cold and ruthless, that cruel and unscrupulous behavior should have been reclusive, yet no one found him vicious.

Everyone was surprised, was this really Luo Ning?

“I now understand why Film Emperor Ye appreciates Luo Ning. This time, Luo Ning’s progress is truly remarkable. His acting is impressive.”

“Yeah, I can’t even connect him to the old Luo Ning anymore. Did he get possessed? The difference is so obvious. There’s not a single mistake in every frame.”

“I feel like he doesn’t fall short compared to Film Emperor Ye. On the contrary, Jian Xi seems a bit less outstanding.”

“I have that feeling too. I don’t know why, but when Luo Ning appears, I can’t help but stare at him. *covers face.jpg*”

“Are you blind? Can you not drag our brother down? Luo Jianjian is a low-class person. He doesn’t deserve it. For such a vicious role, I think he’s just playing himself.”

“This is confusing. Can this even be used to attack Luo Ning? Everyone has eyes and knows who acts better. Luo Ning playing a villain just proves his acting skills!”

“Damn it! So what if that bitch performed a bit better? It doesn’t mean he deserves any praise. You guys are actually worshipping this kind of person. How disgusting!”

“Did you eat shit, or is your mouth dirty? Why are you so worked up? Does that mean your brother is a celestial being? Who I admire is none of your business.”

“Exactly. Can’t even say a word of truth anymore. Some people’s fans really have no sense.”

“Honestly, this time Luo Ning has really improved. He didn’t lower the drama’s quality. Since he knows to work hard, there’s no need to nitpick. He hasn’t done anything morally wrong.”

“To improve so much, he must have put in a lot of effort behind the scenes. Luo Ning finally understands that having looks alone isn’t enough. He must be determined. Let’s give him a thumbs up and hope he keeps it up.”

“This sounds so motivational! I don’t care about his past acting skills. I’m a fan of him now.”

“I don’t care anymore. I’m going to switch sides and follow Luo Ning.”

“+1, I think I really like him.”

“Our Ning Ning could rely on his looks, but now he’s actually competing with his skills! I’m going to become a die-hard fan!”

…

As the plot developed, Luo Ning’s name became popular again. Due to his role, he gained a large number of fans, and his Weibo account finally became active, with real fans increasing daily.

He even broke through to 15 million followers. While that doesn’t seem like much, the growth rate is impressive, especially since the drama hasn’t finished airing yet.

Although Luo Ning is just the fifth male lead and not a particularly likable one, performing this role well is proof of his capability.

In his view, every character has its shining moments. It just depends on how one showcases them.

Luo Ning’s reputation gradually improved. According to the rules of the entertainment industry, when a star gains popularity and attention, paparazzi love to dig up their dark history.

However, Luo Ning’s scandals had already been largely exposed. They just keep repeating that his acting was terrible, his singing was off-key, and his emotional intelligence was low.

Now… His acting had gained recognition from some audience members, helping him shake off the image of a vase person. The other scandals had lost their novelty, and the media couldn’t stir up much drama with them anymore.

Some people were recommending him, while others praised him, creating many topics about him on Weibo and forums and other platforms. Those who hadn’t watched the drama were curious and questioned whether he was really that good.

Could it be just hype? They couldn’t help but click and ended up getting hooked.

They thought he was a malicious male supporting character, but they secretly formed a CP between the Crown Prince and the scheming concubine. It felt exhilarating to ship them. When they saw Luo Ning repeatedly being rejected, the light in his eyes shattered, and they felt both angry and anxious.