Chapter 157 Shipping Battle
Upon discovering Leo’s friendship with Hera, the villagers warmly welcomed him, extending their hospitality with genuine enthusiasm. Leo’s assistant seized the opportunity to discreetly create a moment for Leo and Hera to be alone, albeit with the intention of observing the interaction unfold through the livestream, so he slipped away and went home.
As soon as he caught wind of the Director’s actions on the livestream, openly shipping Leo with Hera and even initiating a poll, he resolved to ensure his boss emerged victorious in the poll and became the most fervently shipped with Hera.
However, Xavier’s dedicated fandom proved to be a formidable force. While they typically disapproved of other female celebrities seeking attention or attempting to seduce their idol, they were not about to let anyone come between Xavier and his desired love interest without putting up a fight.
After observing Xavier and Hera’s interactions over the past week, Xavier’s fans began to warm up to Hera. Surprisingly, they didn’t resist the idea of Hera’s fans shipping her with Xavier. In fact, they even selected her to be Xavier’s leading lady for his next project, impressed by the compatibility they displayed on-screen.
Not only did Xavier’s fans recognize the compatibility between him and Hera, but they also noticed Xavier’s genuine warmth toward her. Unlike other female celebrities who might act coy or flirtatious around Xavier, Hera displayed a genuine friendship without any ulterior motives. This authenticity convinced Xavier’s fans that Hera was different, not easily swayed by money or Xavier’s good looks. Their natural chemistry on-screen further solidified this impression, making them appear like long-time friends rather than mere co-stars.
Despite recognizing Leo’s compatibility with Hera, Xavier’s loyal fans remained steadfast in their support of their idol. Determined to keep Leo away from Hera, they rallied together under the poll, marshaling their collective influence to sway the vote against the Hera and Leo love team.
Hera’s supporters found themselves torn between the options, as they recognized the unique chemistry she shared with both Xavier and Leo, each offering a distinct allure. Some were drawn to the idea of Hera with a successful man like Leo, envisioning a CEO dynamic and the allure of an office romance which every girl would love to read and envision. Others were captivated by Hera’s on-screen chemistry with Xavier, which emanated a more seasoned vibe, reminiscent of a strong on-screen couple that could pass through the onslaught and judgment of the media. The choice between the two was proving to be quite a challenge.
Upon noticing the surge in support for Xavier’s poll, Leo’s assistant wasted no time and called for backup. Soon, the polls for Leo and Xavier were neck and neck, with neither side willing to concede. As the trending topic reached new heights, Hera’s group returned to the village to rest and regroup.
Leo’s gentle, soothing voice reached Hera’s ears as she stepped down from the truck that had been reserved for them. Leo had joined them in the ride, his assistant had taken home the car under the pretext of personal matters before discreetly leaving him behind.