The first anniversary of their relationship, they went to the beach to watch the sunrise together.
Fans: Clearly staged, acting!
The second anniversary, the day of the proposal, caused a city-wide sensation and was broadcast live.
Fans: Must be filming? Is Han Yutong releasing a new movie?
The first year of marriage, Han Yutong, hand in hand with her husband, cradled her first Best Actress award, her smile as bright as a flower.
Fans: Haven't they broken up yet? Is the romance real?
After all, who would pretend to be a couple for the sake of publicity for so long?
Just as the fans were about to confirm the news, Han Yutong was photographed alone at the mall. Many breathed a sigh of relief!
See, it was fake! Or they broke up!
Otherwise, how could Su Lin not be with her?
Look, the secret is out!
They didn't know that five minutes later, Su Lin would park his car and come to Han Yutong's side, helping her carry bags and shopping, the epitome of a devoted husband.
Their marriage registration was not made public, so it was a hidden marriage. It wasn't intentional, they just didn't want to take up too much public attention.
Besides, marriage was their own business; there was no need to publicize it.
Su Lin took a photo of their marriage certificate and showed it off on his WeChat Moments. He had originally intended to post it on other social platforms, but Han Yutong stopped him.
At that time, the news was dominated by an earthquake in a certain city in the west. Most celebrities were donating money and supplies. Publicizing their marriage news then would have been inappropriate.
The couple also engaged in charity work every year, quietly donating money without revealing any details.
Even the staff at their studios felt they were being shortchanged!
They complained that so-and-so donated this much and made it to the trending searches. They donated more than that person but remained silent, which felt unfair.
Han Yutong just smiled. "Why compare these things? Good deeds are not done for reward!"
She simply wanted a clear conscience.
Su Lin agreed with this sentiment, so he instructed his studio to suppress the news and not allow it to spread.
After getting married, Su Lin became much more low-key. Apart from focusing on his music, he spent most of his time with his family.
After winning her first award, Han Yutong went on to win several more major film festival awards, becoming one of the most successful young actresses. However, she didn't rest on her laurels. She continued to be as dedicated as before, investing herself in good scripts and roles, no matter how demanding, often spending months on set.
Su Lin had his fair share of complaints about this.
They were newlyweds but living apart; it was too difficult to bear!
Fortunately, with modern transportation, even distant locations were just a few hours away. If he missed her, he would visit her on set. He was busy with his own work, so they didn't quarrel.
In the third year of their marriage, Han Yutong ventured into international markets, gaining global recognition. After completing a science fiction film, she decided to take a break and spend time with the increasingly jealous Su Lin.
Han Yutong returned to her family life, and reports about her in the media gradually decreased.
Seeing her inactive for so long, her fans began to worry if she was going to retire.
One day, Han Yutong was nestled in Su Lin's embrace, listening to him bicker with Su He on the phone. Her phone rang incessantly for a long time, showing several messages. Some were from her agent, others were private messages from fans, all inquiring about her whereabouts.
When Han Yutong was on vacation, she usually kept her phone out of reach.
Firstly, she wanted to focus on her family and not be disturbed.
Secondly, she simply had no opportunity to use her phone. Because whenever Su Lin was home, they would be inseparable. Whether watching movies or exercising, they were always together, who had time to play with their phones?
Unless there was something particularly important, the phone was merely a decorative item.
The phone kept ringing, so Han Yutong sat up, picked it up, and quickly scanned through the messages, replying to a few important ones.
"Yutong, are you planning to retire from acting? Director Chen has a new drama, and he specifically wants to work with you."
"Yutong, you haven't made a public appearance in a long time, we miss you so much!"
"Are the rumors online true? Are you not going to continue in the entertainment industry?"
"Sister, can you update your social media! It would be even better if you could include Brother-in-law in the photo!"
Han Yutong was wearing a light blue sweater with a loose, off-the-shoulder design, revealing a hint of her smooth shoulder. Having a background in dance, she maintained an excellent figure, making her a walking mannequin. Even ordinary clothes looked unique and elegant on her.
She first called her agent, Xu Jing, to tell her she wasn't ready to take on any work yet.
"You're in your prime, why do you want to rest? I've read Director Chen's script; the story is novel, it's a big production, and the team is reliable. It's a guaranteed hit for the year; you won't lose out if you take it..."
"Even though you're already famous, if you don't show your face for a long time, you'll be forgotten quickly..."
Han Yutong knew she was right, but looking at the man peeling an orange beside her, her wavering resolve immediately solidified. "Sister Jing, I want to have a child."
"What?" Xu Jing on the other end of the line was stunned.
To retire at the peak of her career to have a child, what was she thinking?
Not to mention whether good resources would still be waiting for her after a year. Having a child itself was quite risky for a woman. It required a significant time commitment and took a toll on the body. Body shape changes were just the beginning; more seriously, it could affect her future acting performance.
With a child, her energy would be divided. It was hard to say if she could fully dedicate herself to acting then.
Xu Jing had worked hard to nurture a Best Actress, and she didn't want her to give up halfway.
"Sister Jing, I understand what you're saying. But my life isn't just about acting; I also have my most important family. They've sacrificed a lot for me and been very understanding. I can't let them down for my own sake..."
After a pause, she continued, "Moreover, having a child earlier means faster and better recovery. My career can be rebuilt later, but family requires companionship."
Seeing her firm resolve, Xu Jing was silent for a long time, finally sighing, "Alright, I respect your decision."
After ending the call, Han Yutong was enveloped in a warm, broad embrace.
"What were you talking to Sister Jing about?" Su Lin asked, feigning ignorance.
Han Yutong turned, wrapping her arms around his neck. "Didn't you hear? Why pretend not to know!"
"I didn't hear clearly. Say it again," Su Lin replied with a playful smile.
Han Yutong shyly leaned in and whispered in his ear, "Idol, I want to have a baby with you!"
Hearing this himself, Su Lin's eyes overflowed with happiness. Adding the idol-fan dynamic made it even more exciting.
"I don't sleep with fans. I only have children with my wife!" Su Lin lifted her into his arms, and they fell onto the soft sofa together.
The word "wife" made Han Yutong's face blush, like a ripe tomato, making one want to take a bite.
Su Lin thought it, and then he did it.
Three months later, Su Lin accompanied Han Yutong to an obstetrics and gynecology appointment. They were photographed, and they took the opportunity to announce their happy news.
The two superstars, from their romance to marriage to having a child, were hailed as a model celebrity couple in the entertainment industry, a divine match. Many years later, they remained a legendary tale in the entertainment world.