Upon reaching the theater, Xia Yiwei calls Qi Shejiang but can’t get through, not sure what he’s busy with. Fortunately, they run into Meng Jingyuan along the way. Meng Jingyuan tells them to wait in the lounge; Qi Shejiang should be rehearsing lines alone with Xu Siyu, and he’ll help summon Xu Siyu and Qi Shejiang.
“Did you know? Everyone says that when the son found Xiao Xu, it was like choosing a bride,” Xia Yiwei casually informs Qi Guangling why they say this, “The banter between partners mutually supports each other, and it’s not easy to stay together for many years or to part, just like a couple.” “Oh, a couple?” Qi Guangling expresses his newfound knowledge.
After a while, Meng Jingyuan returns with a subtle expression. Behind him are Qi Shejiang, Zhang Yue, and Xu Siyu. As soon as Zhang Yue sees Xia Yiwei and Qi Guangling, he enthusiastically strides over, “Hello, uncle and aunt! Uncle, we haven’t met yet.” He extends his hand, and Qi Guangling, somewhat confused, shakes it, then says, “Hello, you must be Xiao Xu, right?” Zhang Yue: “…………” That’s right; Qi Guangling is usually busy with work and doesn’t recognize Zhang Yue’s face at all. He sees this person being as warm as a son-in-law meeting his father-in-law and assumes he’s Xu Siyu. Zhang Yue grits his teeth, “…No, I’m Xiao Zhang.” “Aren’t you saying Jesse’s partner’s last name is Xu?” Qi Guangling queries Xia Yiwei, confused. Xia Yiwei replies in disbelief: “What is all this? This isn’t your Jesse’s partner, this is Zhang Yue!” “I see, so it’s another friend, right? Nice to meet you, Xiao Zhang,” Qi Guangling finally realizes, “Then where’s Xiao Xu?” The real Xiao Xu steps up to bow and shake hands. Zhang Yue watches him from behind. Meng Jingyuan hesitates, exchanging glances with Qi Shejiang, but ultimately remains silent. They are about to go on stage. During Qi Shejiang and Xu Siyu’s performance, Zhang Yue crouches by the side curtain, watching intently.
