My Mother-in-Law and I Became the Internet's Hottest Power Couple-Chapter 65

The stadium was brightly lit, while outside the sky was overcast, and the parking lot was packed with cars. The cheers of fans could be heard even from outside.

Netizens were curious about what the "husband squad" was up to, but Chen Hao hadn’t come to Shanghai. Shen Xingyao was here for work—why would he follow her? Besides, Shen Xingyao was currently recording a variety show and had scripts to memorize at night. Sometimes, she didn’t even have time for phone calls. Du Wanzhou had told Chen Hao not to bother Shen Xingyao unless it was important.

Chen Hao fully supported Shen Xingyao’s work.

But Jiang Lan and Yu Wanqiu were here for fun, so Lu Shuangchen and Lu Yicheng had tagged along.

The two of them were waiting outside the stadium. They had arrived at 10:30 p.m., windows rolled down, enjoying the cool evening breeze. The autumn air was refreshing, and it didn’t seem all that bad.

Father and son had little to say to each other in the hotel. Their rooms were arranged with Yu Wanqiu and Lu Shuangchen sharing one, Jiang Lan in a single room, and Lu Yicheng also by himself.

Lu Yicheng was watching Episode 7 of Mother-in-Law Is Coming, while Lu Shuangchen, having nothing better to do, scrolled through news on his phone. He certainly wasn’t going to watch the talent show.

Why waste time waiting for the camera to pan over for a second or two? He wasn’t that idle.

After nearly an hour of scrolling, Lu Shuangchen’s eyes began to ache. He took off his glasses and said, "Look at your girlfriend—always dragging your mom here and there, never doing anything productive."

His tone carried a hint of disapproval.

Lu Yicheng lifted his gaze and glanced at him. "What’s the point of saying that to me? Go tell Mom yourself. If they stop going out so much, I’ll thank you."

Lu Shuangchen scoffed. "As if I need your thanks."

If his words had any effect, he wouldn’t have asked Lu Yicheng to intervene. "Can’t you, as a man, rein in your girlfriend a little? You’re so useless."

Lu Shuangchen sighed. Ever since Yu Wanqiu joined this show and met Lu Yicheng’s girlfriend, she had become a completely different person.

Lu Yicheng cleared his throat. "I think my girlfriend is great—generous and understanding. It’s just a live show. What’s the big deal? Even if I’m a little jealous, I support her having fun. Mom’s great too. She’s an actress with a lot of fans—don’t be so petty. It’s normal for idols to have admirers. You should learn to appreciate people’s strengths. Be grateful you have a wife like Mom."

Lu Shuangchen sneered. "Since when did you become so enlightened? Strengths? A bunch of teenagers—what’s so impressive about them? What’s there to see? They all have two arms and two legs."

Lu Yicheng lowered his head, but before he could respond, a woman’s voice cut in.

"That’s right, you’re the handsome one—fifty-two years old, over the hill. Seems like all your years went to your face and none to your brain." Yu Wanqiu stood outside the car window, arms crossed, though it was unclear how much she had overheard.

Lu Shuangchen shot Lu Yicheng a glare. He must have noticed her earlier and deliberately set him up.

What kind of son was Lu Yicheng?

Yu Wanqiu wasn’t finished. "Teenagers? You know they’re teenagers? You’re decades older—where’s your dignity as an elder?"

Lu Shuangchen turned off the engine. "...I was just joking. Don’t take it seriously."

Lu Yicheng chimed in, "Thirsty? I’ve got drinks—watermelon, pineapple. What do you two want?"

Lu Shuangchen: "???"

He had no idea when Lu Yicheng had bought all this.

Yu Wanqiu waved dismissively. "Not drinking."

The live show ended at 11 p.m., and by the time they left, it was almost 11:30. They spotted the car right away.

Qin Lu had taken first place, while Zhang Mingyang ranked last. Some contestants on the edge of the debut lineup were eliminated—though unfortunate, there was nothing to be done.

Due to past seasons where fans had rigged votes, this season’s votes were strictly monitored.

Shen Xingyao was heading to a celebration banquet with the other members. The new boy band had plenty of work ahead, while everyone else returned to the hotel. Seeing nothing else to do, Jiang Lan and Yu Wanqiu left.

The live show was thrilling, but since they hadn’t followed the competition from the start, they didn’t have strong attachments to any contestants. The emotional impact wasn’t as deep as for die-hard fans.

Jiang Lan noticed the girls in the front row jumping for joy—their favorite must have made it.

The mentors were also quite handsome, especially Lin Xing. Yu Wanqiu admired these young talents—they had it tough.

But hearing Lu Shuangchen’s comments afterward, the generation gap was undeniable.

Jiang Lan understood the disconnect. Many parents saw fandom as frivolous, but Yu Wanqiu was furious.

They hadn’t done anything wrong—just watched the show and left. What was Lu Shuangchen implying?

Lu Yicheng handed Jiang Lan a milk tea, and she passed one to Yu Wanqiu.

Each holding a cup, Yu Wanqiu declared, "You’re sleeping with Lu Yicheng tonight. I can’t communicate with someone who doesn’t get me."

Lu Yicheng didn’t mind—he was sleeping alone anyway. Now he’d have company.

Lu Shuangchen felt wronged. He hadn’t meant anything by it—just venting. And with the younger generation present, couldn’t they at least save him some face?

"Let’s talk about this back at the hotel, not out here," Lu Shuangchen coughed.

Jiang Lan obediently moved to the back seat. Lu Yicheng grinned. "Hungry? Want to grab a late-night snack?"

Jiang Lan and Lu Yicheng got out of the car. Shanghai’s nightlife was vibrant, and at 11:30 p.m., the city was still alive.

Jiang Lan teased, "You’re so mean—setting up your dad like that."

Hand in hand, Lu Yicheng finally admitted, "I am jealous. I just didn’t say it."

He asked, "Was the boy band fun? Interesting?"

Jiang Lan pretended to think. "Hmm… let me see."

"You’re not counting how many of them are hotter than me, are you, Jiang Lan?" Lu Yicheng was already prone to jealousy. He respected her choices—and her little hobbies—but if she said any of those guys were better-looking, he’d be crushed. "Think carefully before you answer. Your response determines what you eat later."

Jiang Lan laughed. "What if I answer well? What if I don’t?"

Lu Yicheng squeezed her hand. "Answer well, and we’ll have crayfish and beer. Answer poorly… well, there’s a living, breathing person right in front of you. Want a bite?"

Jiang Lan found his antics adorable. "Lower your head a bit."

Thinking she was going to whisper something, Lu Yicheng leaned in.

Instead, Jiang Lan quickly kissed him. "Just so we’re clear—this doesn’t count as eating you. I think you’re the most handsome. The others? Their dancing’s cool, their singing’s cool. But you? You’re just cool."

Lu Yicheng touched his lips. "Really? Am I that handsome? More than the guy doing the robot dance?"

Men cared deeply about how their girlfriends saw them. Though her praise made his heart flutter, he wanted more.

Details.

"You even noticed the robot dancer?" Jiang Lan was surprised he’d paid attention. "Of course! You’re effortlessly good-looking."

Jiang Lan silently apologized to Lin Xing in her heart.

Lin Xing, you’re seriously so handsome!

Lu Yicheng couldn’t dance, but he was decent at singing. "Alright, alright, let’s go get some crayfish."

Inside the car, Lu Shuangchen scanned the roadside for restaurants.

...

It was already 11:30 PM, and many eateries were still open. Unsure which one served the best food, Lu Shuangchen opted for the private kitchen Yu Wanqiu frequented.

"Want some milk tea?"

Yu Wanqiu replied, "Didn’t Lu Yicheng already buy some?"

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Lu Shuangchen glanced at her through the rearview mirror. "I meant, would you like me to buy you another cup? Your voice sounds a bit hoarse."

Yu Wanqiu felt a pang of guilt—her throat was sore from all the screaming earlier. During the final announcement, everyone had been cheering, and she’d joined in, leaving her ears still ringing.

"It’s fine, I just didn’t drink enough water. Get me a Strawberry Delight—just a strawberry-flavored drink." She stepped out of the car. "Shen Xingyao gave us the tickets, so I went. Don’t blame Jiang Lan for everything."

Lu Shuangchen was startled—they’d heard him.

"I didn’t mean it like that. It’s good for you two to go out. Back when you were filming, you’d work for months and just read at home during breaks. This is much better." He parked the car. "I’ll go get the milk tea."

After closing the door, he reopened it. "I mean it. I’ve been too busy with work to travel with you, so it’s nice that Jiang Lan can keep you company."

"Of course, I’ll try to make more time too, focus less on work. Be right back."

Sitting in the passenger seat, Yu Wanqiu couldn’t help but curse Lu Shuangchen inwardly—idiot. They’d both been busy before, rarely seeing each other, but things were better now. Did he really have to spell it all out? She already knew.

Ten minutes later, Lu Shuangchen returned with a room-temperature drink, straw already inserted, and handed it to her.

Yu Wanqiu said, "Try it. I bet you’ve never had this before."

Lu Shuangchen chuckled. "I’m old, outdated. There’s a lot I haven’t experienced."

The age gap weighed on him. At 52, he might only have another 10 or 20 years left.

He’d probably pass before Yu Wanqiu.

"I was a bit harsh earlier. Sorry, I didn’t mean to imply you’re old. We’ve been married over 20 years—to me, you’re still the same person I married. You’re just as handsome now as you were back then." Yu Wanqiu added, "And your figure’s still great too." She’d never said things like this before, but she’d picked it up from Jiang Lan, who loved complimenting others.

Lu Shuangchen looked genuinely surprised. "Really?"

Yu Wanqiu nodded. "Of course. You’re my man, after all."

This was what marriage meant to her—a lifetime of growing together.

They dined at the private kitchen, though Yu Wanqiu ate little since it was so late. Back home, she didn’t kick Lu Shuangchen out.

The next day, they’d planned to visit Disneyland, but rain poured all night and hadn’t stopped by morning.

The autumn downpour brought cooler air, finally breaking the summer heat.

Jiang Lan stayed in the hotel, scrolling through Weibo and binge-watching dramas.

Last night's "Because of You, We Form a Group" finale dominated trending topics, featuring debuting members, hosts Shen Xingyao and Xie Zheng, their "ZhengZheng Rising" CP, and the appearances of Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan.

They had been trending since 8 PM.

After 11 PM, fans, still exhilarated, revisited Mother-in-Law Is Coming Episode 7.

[Today was double the joy!]

[If only every day could be this happy.]

[The four mentors’ performances were unreal. Even Yu Wanqiu approved. [image]]

The attached photo captured Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan cheering wildly—a fleeting moment fans had screenshot and turned into memes.

...

[Yu Wanqiu: ???]

[Just finished Episode 7—they went to the aquarium! Planning to go tomorrow too.]

[Wish I were in City B. Their diving was mesmerizing!]

[Yu Wanqiu looked like a mermaid.]

[Recapping past episodes: Yu Wanqiu’s skills include flower arranging, cooking, shooting, jet-skiing, diving (probably deep-sea), martial arts basics, rock climbing, horseback riding…]

[She’s practically a polymath.]

[Jiang Lan’s no slouch either—she’s mastered instruments, even played yarn like a pro, plus her EQ is sky-high.]

[I admire how she fearlessly tries things I’d never dare touch.]

[And she always finds the coolest spots—that’s a talent too.]

[They’re so well-matched. Low-key wanna meet Jiang Lan’s parents.]

[They should marry right after the show, then join Season 3 as a couple.]

[Also loving Du Wanzhou and Shen Xingyao’s dynamic—total mother-daughter vibes.]

[Expected just a health check-up, but they’re doing yoga and gym sessions together!]

[Shen Xingyao’s new drama—can’t wait!]

[As for Zhang Lin… Even if a mom has reasons for divorcing, unless she cheated, I’ll support her.]

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[With an in-law like that, divorce was overdue.]

[Li Jia’s not wrong either—rich people just act like that.]

[Wealth ≠ character. Du Wanzhou’s loaded, Yu Wanqiu too—they’re nothing like that.]

[Exactly. Poor mothers-in-law can be awful; rich ones can be angels.]

[My MIL brings homemade goodies from afar and never nags. We’re not wealthy, but she’s kind.]

[Team Zhang Lin for now. If it backfires, so be it.]

[Wouldn’t shock me if she divorces post-show.]

[Enough about Li Jia—let’s focus on the eye candy from last night’s live finale!]

The live broadcast only caught Yu Wanqiu and Jiang Lan twice—under three seconds total—but their fervent reactions became meme gold, spreading across group chats.

Their CP fanbase had over 3 million followers, a testament to their loyal fandom. Meanwhile, the "ZhengZheng Rising" CP was losing steam, dropping from nearly 7 million to 6.1 million. Though Xie Zheng attended the finale, he and Shen Xingyao shared zero interaction. Last night, he announced a new drama, while rumors swirled about Ou Mingyang landing a female-led project.

Their summer fling had been sweet, but the breakup was brutal.

[Swearing off real-person ships. Next time, call me an idiot.]

[Join the "Lanzhou Noodles" fandom instead. Even if Jiang Lan and Lu Yicheng split, the CP won’t die. Trust me.]

[Is it worth it?]

[Not sweet? No charge.]

For those who enjoy the intricacies of friendships, if you crave something more intense, search for Lanzhou hand-pulled noodle videos on Bilibili—they're quite entertaining.

CP fans capitalize on every opportunity to promote their favorite pairings. [If you enjoy that, you might also appreciate the heartwarming romance of middle-aged parents—the "Double Yu" pairing... A powerful CEO and an award-winning actress, plus their nostalgic campus days—truly unforgettable. You can even ship the whole family!]

[And!! The more niche father-son CP, Old Lu and Old Six. Old Lu is Lu Shuangchen, and Old Six is Lu Yicheng. Lu Yicheng gives off sneaky, mischievous vibes.]

[He’d wear a mascot costume and take his girlfriend stargazing on Qixi Festival, while Lu Shuangchen, clueless as ever, just took Yu Wanqiu on a hotpot date.]

[The appeal lies in their love-hate dynamic.]

[Exactly. The Lu family is a never-ending cycle.]

[Or rather, the Lu family is a closed loop.]

First-time visitors to this loop might feel a bit bewildered—what on earth is all this? But once they get it, they realize it actually works.

It’s all about the thrill.

Shanghai saw rain all day on Saturday, and the forecast predicts more rain in the coming days. With Disneyland off the table, they plan to return to City B on Sunday morning.

Their high-speed train leaves at 9 a.m., arriving in the afternoon, just in time for the evening livestream.

Jiang Lan and Yu Wanqiu have once again saved the livestream for the final day.