Dating the Heartthrob Superstar

Chapter 28: Protagonist and Supporting Role

Lin Qin couldn’t help but glance at Meng Chao, but he didn’t dare look directly, as if doing so would be admitting something, so he resorted to stealing glances.

Compared to Lin Qin’s awkwardness, Meng Chao not only appeared completely calm but also wore an air of humble attentiveness. His eyes were earnest, making it seem like he truly embodied that persona.

This made Lin Qin feel even more uneasy, his face as flushed as a monkey’s behind. Thankfully, it was night, and the pavilion’s warm yellow lights obscured him. Surely, the two teachers and Meng Chao wouldn’t notice—Lin Qin reassured himself with a hint of self-deception.

Meanwhile, the couple Dai Hong and Zhu Ling sincerely imparted advice on the dynamics of a marital relationship to Meng Chao and Lin Qin.

When Zhu Ling glanced at Dai Hong, though her eyes bore wrinkles from age, her gaze was filled with undiminished focus and affection—matured, refined, and even more profound thanks to the passage of time.

The same could be said of Dai Hong.

Zhu Ling reflected softly, "Old Dai and I have been married for nearly thirty years. We’ve endured hardships, shared joys and sorrows, and stumbled our way forward. Now that life has gotten better and the world around us has grown vibrant and exciting, temptations have undoubtedly increased. Still, the two of us remain as we were during our dating days—all because of trust, tolerance, and responsibility."

Dai Hong picked up where she left off, "Exactly. Trust allows us to give each other room to breathe without worry. Tolerance helps us overlook each other’s flaws, smooth out edges, and truly blend as one. Most important is responsibility; it lets us build a home together and gives us clarity over what should and shouldn’t be done. So no matter the hardships we’ve faced, we stayed together, and through wealth and prosperity, we’ll continue on this path."

Initially, Lin Qin felt a bit tense, but eventually, he listened attentively.