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| Love Between Lines Cherry Blossom Kiss Becomes the Most Talked-About Scene of the Drama (Photo: Weibo) |
The romantic buzz around Love Between Lines (轧戏) hasn’t cooled down one bit, and if anything, it’s only getting louder. Just when viewers thought the emotional stakes had peaked, episode 13 delivered a scene so soft, cinematic, and unexpectedly bold that it instantly cemented itself as one of the drama’s most unforgettable moments. Even the leads themselves agree — this was the kiss that changed everything.
In the episode, Hu Xiu, played by Lu Yuxiao, experiences hallucinations after accidentally eating undercooked mushrooms. Convinced she’s trapped inside a dream, her normally reserved personality slips away.
What follows is a refreshingly honest moment: Hu Xiu cups Xiao Zhiyu’s face, blurts out a heartfelt compliment, then rises onto her tiptoes to kiss him without hesitation. The entire scene unfolds beneath fully blooming cherry blossom trees, petals drifting down like soft rain, creating a visual that felt almost unreal.
Viewers were quick to point out that this wasn’t just a pretty scene — it marked a clear turning point in Hu Xiu and Xiao Zhiyu’s relationship. After the cherry blossom kiss, even the smallest interactions between the two characters felt different.
Simple moments like hanging bedsheets together suddenly carried shy smiles, lingering glances, and an unmistakable shift in emotional distance. The romance moved forward quietly, but undeniably.
Adapted from the novel of the same title by Zu Le and directed by Mao De Shu, Love Between Lines has been praised for its delicate pacing and emotionally grounded storytelling. As the drama’s popularity continues to rise, the cast has been actively attending promotional events, offering fans a glimpse into their on-set experiences and behind-the-scenes chemistry.
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| Love Between Lines Includes 27 Kiss Moments |
During one promotional appearance, Chen Xingxu shared that he and Lu Yuxiao filmed several intimate scenes throughout the series. When fans excitedly asked them to recreate a kiss on stage, Chen Xingxu responded with playful humour, joking that watching them kiss live would require buying a ticket. The comment instantly sent the audience into laughter and cheers, perfectly matching the lighthearted tone of the event.
The lead pairing, affectionately known by fans as the “Yu Yu Hai Xiu” CP, leaned fully into the fan service during promotions. From princess carries to gentle head pats, the duo recreated several iconic drama moments.
They even teamed up with Dai Xu for a cute dance performance to TWS’s song OVERDRIVE, winning over the crowd with their coordinated shoulder moves and relaxed, playful energy.
When asked which kiss scene stood out the most, both Lu Yuxiao and Chen Xingxu answered without hesitation: the cherry blossom kiss. Lu Yuxiao revealed that the scene was filmed right at the peak of cherry blossom season.
She recalled that heavy rain fell the very next day, scattering the petals and marking the end of that brief window. Knowing how fleeting the moment was made the scene feel even more meaningful.
Chen Xingxu added that filming beneath the blooming trees put him in a calm and peaceful state of mind. The natural setting helped him fully immerse himself in the emotions of the scene. His only regret, he admitted, was not having enough time to take more photos to remember the day.
Meanwhile, Dai Xu has been quietly stealing attention of his own. Playing the heir of a construction company caught in a subtle love triangle with Hu Xiu and Xiao Zhiyu, he delivered one of the drama’s most talked-about moments in a silent 30-second elevator scene.
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With no dialogue at all, his composed posture, controlled eye movements, and slow press of the elevator button conveyed a strong, commanding presence that left viewers impressed.
The clip quickly spread across social media, racking up hundreds of thousands of likes. Netizens joked that he wasn’t pressing an elevator button, but viewers’ hearts. Others praised the scene for proving how powerful restrained acting can be.
At a promotional event, Dai Xu even recreated the elevator moment with Lu Yuxiao, instantly reigniting discussions about the intense, almost forbidden chemistry between their characters.
Fan and netizen reactions to these scenes have varied in the best way possible. Some viewers confessed they replayed the cherry blossom kiss multiple times just to soak in the atmosphere.
Others debated whether the quiet tension of the elevator scene hit even harder. Many agreed that the drama’s strength lies in how it balances softness, restraint, and emotional realism without forcing the romance.
Now it’s your turn. Was the cherry blossom kiss your favourite moment, or did Dai Xu’s silent elevator scene leave a deeper impression? Which pairing has you more invested as the story unfolds?