The video of this interview was quickly posted online.
The style of the copy written by the major media outlets also changed rapidly.
For instance, their headlines went like this:
Shu Jiaojiao and Xia Yichu hold hands tightly, showcasing deep friendship and quashing rumors of discord!
Shu Jiaojiao and Xia Yichu sit closely together during an interview, indicating an intimate relationship!
The "Imperial Dominance" cast enjoys harmonious relations, alleged Weibo dissing seems to be the malicious marketing of the Water Army!
Xia Yichu reveals: Shu Jiaojiao's personal assistant is a cute girl – indirectly slaps the rumors of Jiaojiao's affair!
During "Imperial Dominance" media set visit, leading actress Shu Jiaojiao addresses affair rumors head-on: Turns out her personal assistant is a cute girl!
Star of "Imperial Dominance" Shu Jiaojiao and Xia Yichu join hands to address awkward Weibo trending topics, so-called affair rumors are utterly groundless!
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