Chapter 197 This is not the ending I wanted

As time goes by, "Chinese Paladin" is about to reach its finale, and at this moment, the audience collectively breaks down.

"Aaaaaah, damn it, Lin Yueru is dead, I don't want to live either!"

"Tachi-sama! How could my favorite Lin Yueru die? I'm going to cry my eyes out!"

"The valiant Lin Yueru is dead, the Drunken Sword Immortal is dead, and Tang Yu Xiaobao has lost both arms. I'm crying my eyes out, sob sob..."

"My best, kindest, and warmest brother Jin Yuan is dead too, sob sob~~"

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The audience's emotions surged like a tidal wave, and they expressed their grief and indignation on various social media platforms.

"Why did Lin Yueru have to die? Her courage and perseverance were so moving. How could the screenwriter be so cruel as to leave us with such an ending?" Some people questioned the direction of the plot.

"The Sword Immortal of Wine lived a carefree life, yet he met such an end. His wisdom and unbridled spirit brought us so much joy and enlightenment, but now they can only become a painful memory." The audience was deeply saddened by the departure of the Sword Immortal of Wine.

"Tang Yu Xiaobao is so kind and loyal. How will he face the future after losing both arms? Isn't there any hope left for them?" Everyone was heartbroken by Tang Yu Xiaobao's plight.

Viewers who were once captivated by the fantastical world of "Chinese Paladin" are now seemingly caught in an inescapable emotional storm.

They recalled every detail of the characters in the play, the laughter, tears, emotions, and struggles, all of which are now shrouded in a thick gloom by this series of tragic events.

They longed for a different ending, an ending that could offer these lovable characters some warmth and comfort.

However, the plot is already set, and they can only pray silently in their hearts that these characters can find their own happiness in another world.

Xiao Qingfeng, who was having dinner with his staff at the time, was also being scolded by his employees, and many of them even shed tears in front of him.

Looking at his tearful employees, Xiao Qingfeng felt a mix of emotions welling up inside him. He opened his mouth, but didn't know where to begin.

A young assistant, her eyes red, spoke first: "Boss, why did you kill off Lin Yueru? She was so good, so brave in loving Li Xiaoyao. She could have had a happy ending. Everyone liked her so much. How could you bear to let her leave?"

Another male staff member couldn't help but say, "And there's the Sword Immortal, he was such a free spirit, I liked him the most, and you killed him off too, how can those of us who have followed this show all this time accept this?"

A young girl wiped away her tears and said, "Tang Yu Xiaobao is such a good person. He lost both arms. What will he do in the future? Director Xiao, can't you give them a slightly better ending? Even just a little hope would be nice."

Everyone complained, one after another, creating a heavy and oppressive atmosphere.

Xiao Qingfeng listened quietly, feeling no sadness whatsoever, but rather a sense of schadenfreude. He thought to himself, "This is nothing. When you see Zhao Ling'er die in the finale, you'll know what true cruelty is."

After all, when I first saw Zhao Ling'er die, I cried my eyes out, and that heartbreak is still fresh in my memory.

At this time, online discussions about the finale continued.

"Li Xiaoyao finally got together with Ling'er, they must be together, and live happily ever after!"

"Oh, this is so heartbreaking. Now we're just waiting for the finale. I hope no one else gets killed off, or there won't be anyone left!"

"Looking forward to the finale!"

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Amidst the eager anticipation of countless viewers, Yu Xie was also filled with anticipation.

With only two episodes left until the finale, and an average viewership rating of 7.2%, it seems Xiao Qingfeng has already secured the victory.

Logically speaking, Yu Xie should have already lost the bet with Xiao Qingfeng by this point, and according to the agreement, it should be time for him to come out and publicly apologize.

But who is Yu Laoliu? He's the kind of person who won't shed a tear until he sees the coffin, and he might not even shed a tear until he sees the coffin. Now he can only hide and dare not speak out.

On the day of the finale, Xiao Qingfeng wrote on Weibo: "All the characters in the story serve the plot. Every character has shone and contributed. Tonight is both the ending and the beginning!"

The lead actor, Gu Yuege, wrote on Weibo: "Goodbye, Li Xiaoyao; goodbye, Ling'er; goodbye, audience and friends, see you again in the martial arts world!"

The female lead, Yang Yitong, also wrote: "Goodbye, Zhao Ling'er; goodbye, Brother Xiaoyao; goodbye, viewers; see you again in the martial arts world!"

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Viewers were filled with endless emotions and reluctance upon seeing the farewell posts from the lead actors on Weibo.

"Seeing Gu Yuege and Yang Yitong's Weibo posts brought tears to my eyes instantly. They brought Li Xiaoyao and Zhao Ling'er to life, as if they had truly stepped out of that fantastical world of immortals and heroes, and were about to leave us again," a loyal viewer commented.

"From the very first day I started watching the series, I was deeply captivated by the story. Now that it's ending, I'm really going to miss it. The wonderful performances of the lead actors immersed us in the story, making us feel as if we were experiencing all those loves and hates ourselves," another viewer remarked with deep emotion.

"Gu Yuege's Li Xiaoyao is handsome, brave, and affectionate; he is the Xiaoyao brother in my heart. Yang Yitong's Zhao Ling'er is beautiful, kind, and strong; she is the most beautiful Ling'er. Thank you for bringing us such wonderful performances." Fans expressed their praise for the lead actors.

"This show has been with us for so long, and now that it's ending, we feel a little empty. But I believe these characters will always remain in our hearts. Just like the lead actors said, 'See you in the future,' and we look forward to them bringing us more wonderful performances." Everyone was reluctant to part but also full of anticipation for the future.

Social media is filled with viewers' nostalgia and reluctance to part with "Chinese Paladin," as well as their praise and blessings for the lead actors.

That fantastical and moving world of immortals and heroes, though it is about to come to an end, will leave an indelible mark on the hearts of the audience.

At 7:00 PM sharp, the final episode of "Chinese Paladin" finally began on CCTV-8.

The audience watched the screen intently, their emotions a mix of tension and complexity, as if trying to grasp at these last moments.

When Zhao Ling'er finally passed away, Li Xiaoyao stood there alone, holding the child. As the screen gradually darkened, countless viewers burst into tears.

The internet was instantly flooded with various popular comments.

"This ending is too cruel! Why couldn't they have a happy ending? My heart is shattered."

"Ever since Lin Yueru's death, I've been hoping for a turnaround, but each outcome has been more tragic than the last. Screenwriter, you have no heart!"

"Li Xiaoyao is so pitiful. He lost everyone he loved. How is he going to live now?"

The comments section was filled with groans of despair.

"I'm crying so hard, my Ling'er!"

"The Legend of Sword and Fairy is over, and so is my youth."

"This is not the ending I wanted. Please remake it into a happy ending."

"The actors in this drama are all fantastic, bringing each character to life. Although the ending was heartbreaking, it made us remember them even more deeply." Some viewers, even amidst their sadness, did not forget to praise the actors' brilliant performances.

"Chinese Paladin, a timeless classic! Even with such a tragic ending, it cannot erase its place in our hearts." Everyone expressed their feelings about the emotion and impact of the series.

This fantastical and moving world of immortals and heroes, though ending in tragedy, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of viewers.

Those characters who once made us laugh and cry will become the brightest stars in our memories.

Subsequently, the series' director, Li Guonong, also posted on Weibo: "To borrow a line from the drama, 'It's better to know each other than to love each other.' Thank you, Qingfeng, for giving me the opportunity to meet you. See you again in 'Eternal Love'!"

As soon as the news broke, netizens immediately grasped the key point.

"Is this a prelude to filming another drama based on 'Three Lives Three Worlds'?"

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