Chapter 454: Heard You Got Shelved (59)

Yu Jingchen chuckled lightly.

“Deal. Then I’ll take my leave.”

He turned and walked a few steps before looking back.

“But my deal with President Liao isn’t to prove anything—it’s to fulfill a certain promise.”

Before Tang Lengliao could fully grasp the meaning of those words, Yu Jingchen’s figure had already disappeared from sight.

The premiere of “World of Mortal Jianghu” received overwhelmingly positive reviews from the audience.

Beyond being Director Xu’s first historical drama and a product of his sincere dedication, the dramatic yet captivating plot had audiences hooked, eagerly awaiting each new episode.

From the costumes to the scenic filming locations, in an era dominated by low-budget CGI dramas, this production stood out like a breath of fresh air.

Moreover, the chemistry between the male and female leads was both entertaining and endearing.

Many viewers online had already started shipping the on-screen couple.

Lemon Isn’t Sour: Awwww! Even at my age, this drama has reignited my inner fangirl! Trust me, this show will not disappoint you!

Many Years Later: It feels like Yu Jingchen was born for this industry. And to think he wasn’t even professionally trained in acting—some talents really can’t be envied.

Red Agate: Honestly, this exceeded my expectations. Both Tang Xiaoxing’s acting and the production quality of this drama left me amazed. Compared to his previous two roles, Yu Jingchen’s portrayal of the male lead has once again redefined my impression of him. Three completely different characters, yet he brought each to life with gripping authenticity. While the drama isn’t flawless, it’s still incredibly moving.

Wake Up, Still Love You: Tang Xiaoxing and Yu Jingchen have such great chemistry—I can’t help but want to ship them in real life! Star-Chen couple forever! (/≧▽≦/)

Steamed Buns Are the Best: Adding to the comment above—I couldn’t resist revisiting that variety show they did together and even made a fan video.

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However, not all reviews were positive.

“World of Mortal Jianghu” still faced some controversy, but this didn’t affect its overall popularity.

During this period, Yu Jingchen’s followers skyrocketed from 14 million to 20 million.

For someone who had debuted just over a year ago, this was an astonishing achievement.

You could question him, but you couldn’t deny his talent.

Whether it was his acting skills or his unique personality in the entertainment industry, Yu Jingchen was undeniably a standout presence.

Moreover, he wasn’t just talented in acting—his diligence and excellence in other areas contributed to his rapidly growing fanbase.

And, of course, that flawless face alone was enough to make people’s noses bleed.

Meanwhile, Shen Mubai remained a polarizing figure.

Despite the passage of time, she hadn’t fully managed to clear her name.

There were two reasons for this.

First, the sheer number of people who disliked her in the past.

While some former haters had become neutral or even fans, many continued their relentless criticism.

Second, while Yu Jingchen’s immense popularity had attracted some CP fans who supported them as a pair, the majority of his fans still harbored no goodwill towards Shen Mubai.

To them, pairing their male god with a woman plagued by scandals and rumored to have advanced her career through questionable means was unacceptable.

They wished the two would sever ties completely.

Seeing CP fans hyping them up was enough to make these critics grit their teeth in hatred, and even promotional posters featuring the two together sparked endless resentment.