131 The Traitor 15 (2/2)
If they were to follow the current zeitgeist, the response would be one of contempt and disgust. Of course, not all would view them that way but some would call their 'choice of lifestyle' contemptuous and unnatural.
This was not aided by the government and media's policy on the LGBTQ community. There had always been an embargo to not showcase any LGBTQ content on the media due to its tendency to promote a 'wayward lifestyle'.
This was the main reason why Zao Ming had been careful to not reveal their relationship to the public. It could very well ruin Lee Mu's career in one fell swoop.
Alas…
Looking at the picture, Zao Ming said, ”We got too contented and thus too careless.”
Probably attempting to lighten the mood, Lee Mu added in a whisper, ”I don't regret that kiss though.”
This caused his boyfriend to blush.
Looking at them, Xiu Ling could not help but feel a surge of joy. It was clear to her that the two were madly in love with one another and she could not have been happier on their behalf. For her, love was love, it didn't matter what kind of form it came in, as long as it made them happy, it was something worth celebrating.
From Lin Kang's perspective, he didn't care that much about Lee Mu and Zao Ming's sexual orientation. As long as their love did not infringe into his life, he did not wish to waste his time or attention on other people.
In other words, one approved of their relationship and the other viewed it with indifference.
However, it was also because Xiu Ling realized they were so happy together that she was so pissed at them. ”Is this why you try to slander Joann's name?” she demanded.
Lee Mu nodded shamefully. ”I'm sorry but we had no choice.”
”Yes, you always have a choice! You could have discussed this with Joann, couldn't you?!” Xiu Ling fired back. ”She would have understood. Hell, I believe she would even extend you her blessings!”
”But the letter…” Zao Ming tried to argue.
It should be clear by now that the letter was an attempt at blackmail. It was short and pushed its point across effectively. It said, ”If you do not wish for these photos to see the press, expose Joann Fong as an impossible person to work with during the upcoming press conference.”
Xiu Ling fumed at the two guys and Lin Kang cut in to move the conversation along, ”In any case, it's too late to deal with that now. What do you suggest we do to move forward?”
It was then that Lee Mu piped up, ”Miss Xiu Ling, do you think you can help me schedule a meeting with Joann? I wish to apologize to her in person and since we're trying to figure out a solution, the more of us there is, the better right? Plus this incident directly involves her as well. It is only fair for her to be present.”