Otaku Translation: My Girlfriend Is a Cello Player C112

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Chapter 112: Viral Videos and ’s Troubles

When stumbled upon that video, he couldn’t help but freeze.

Wait… wasn’t that ? Where did she learn these moves? It had to be said—she really nailed the imitation. No wonder she could pull off being a cute girl online while hiding her true personality. If Lin Tian were to give his honest opinion, though, Su Ran only got the form right.

There was an extra layer of coquettishness in Su Ran’s performance—a flirtatious charm that Gan Yanyu might never master, no matter how hard she tried. And yet, Lin Tian couldn’t help but fantasize about what it would look like if Gan Yanyu ever pulled off such an expression herself. In that moment, every other “contrast” on the internet would pale in comparison.

Maybe Su Ran should teach this girl a thing or two, Lin Tian mused. After all, Su Ran had struck gold with her imitation video, raking in 480,000 likes—ten times her usual engagement—and gaining 60,000 new followers overnight. Would brands come knocking soon?

Lin Tian began to worry. He even started considering taxing Su Ran for her success.

To her credit, among the flood of imitators, Su Ran’s take stood out as one of the more respectful tributes. Others weren’t so lucky. Take, for instance, a certain influencer named "," who went all out: full makeup, identical set design, and even a rented cello placed strategically in the frame. But when she coyly delivered the line—"My face is only for my hubby to see"—the chat exploded in outrage.

"Feels cheap."

"Get out. isn’t some sleazy girl trying to gain clout."

"Don’t ruin my Cat-chan!"

"Gross. Cat-chan would never act like that."

"A chicken dressed up in feathers is still a chicken."

Many of these criticized influencers felt wronged. After all, Cat-chan hadn’t shown her face at all. How could anyone say their imitation was inaccurate? For all they knew, Cat-chan might wear heavy makeup in real life!

What they didn’t realize was that in the hearts of countless male fans, Cat-chan already had a concrete image: fresh-faced, innocent, and possessing the most beautiful first-love face imaginable. The less she revealed, the more untouchable she became. This idealized vision fueled both her mythos and the wave of imitations.

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When Lin Tian showed Gan Yanyu some of these videos, expecting her to blush or feel shy, he was surprised by her reaction. She grabbed his phone, eyes wide with curiosity.

"They’re so strange," she said, tilting her head. "Why are they imitating me saying that line?"

"Because they think you’re adorable?" Lin Tian offered.

"No, I don’t think so." Gan Yanyu’s tone shifted slightly, becoming oddly perceptive. "Do you think... they all want to be your partner?"

"What makes you say that?"

"Because they keep mimicking me saying things like ‘only you can see me.’ Isn’t that kind of like confessing their feelings for you?"

...

That was sharp. Most people wouldn’t have made that connection.

Suddenly, Lin Tian had an idea. "All this viral attention—it’d be better if we kept it for ourselves. We could create a side account where you post a parody video. Guaranteed to blow up."

Gan Yanyu frowned, looking troubled. "But I haven’t washed my yet. I was planning to send it to the this weekend."

Lin Tian sighed, rubbing his temples. "I was joking, Miss Gan. You actually thought about doing it?"

Her complete lack of flirtation somehow made her even more endearing.

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"," Gan Yanyu murmured softly, changing the subject. "How many views did our introduction video get there?"

With all the chaos on , Lin Tian hadn’t checked Bilibili yet. When he opened the app, he was greeted by ’s cover art dominating the homepage, accompanied by the tagline: "Moonlight and Cat Officially Joins Bilibili!"

This kind of treatment was reserved for major celebrities joining the platform. For a pair with just two million followers, this was unprecedented. Their debut video had garnered 5.25 million views—not as high as TikTok’s numbers, but impressive given Bilibili’s algorithm differences. On this platform, it was undeniably a hit.

The comments section, however, differed significantly from TikTok’s playful banter. Bilibili users preferred offering advice and critiques. One commenter wrote:

"Welcome, Moonlight and Cat! Since you’ve joined Bilibili, consider adapting to local customs. Besides music videos, try posting vlogs or daily interactions. Everyone loves those. If unsure, ask around—the community is always happy to help."

Another suggested: "If Moonlight has time, why not play anime theme songs with Cat-chan? They’ll definitely go viral!"

And another: "Can’t wait for Moonlight and Cat to film a ‘Don’t Laugh Challenge.’ Pre-booking you as one of the top creators of the year!"

Good feedback, Lin Tian thought wryly. Too bad none of it mattered.

Bilibili’s enthusiasm was undeniable; their channel gained 460,000 subscribers within days, and the video topped the weekly trending list. Like on TikTok, this sparked a trend—but instead of mimicry, it was relationship montages. Dozens of editors crafted elaborate love stories using snippets from Moonlight and Cat’s single Q&A video, overlaying romantic soundtracks.

Titles included gems like:

"Moonlight & Cat-chan: A Love Story Worth Envying"

"Watch Every Morning to Sweeten Your Day"

"Cat-chan’s Monologue: My Face Belongs Only to You"

"Moon-Cat Romantic Mashup: I Love You More Than Anyone Else in the World."

While TikTok’s trends left Lin Tian exasperated, Bilibili’s creativity bordered on absurd. These editors could craft entire narratives from the simplest interactions. Truly, Bilibili users were masters of their craft.

By now, whether Moonlight and Cat were dating no longer mattered. It was like walking into a room holding hands, only to find everyone congratulating you on your impending marriage. Suddenly, strangers shoved you into a bedroom stocked with condoms and played romantic scenes on loop. Whether anything happened or not, rumors would spread wildly.

Lin Tian had grown numb. He suspected that the more they denied their relationship, the more excited fans became. Clarifying further would only fuel their fantasies. Denial itself became its own reward.

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In any case, the fan Q&A video exceeded all expectations. Not only did their Bilibili account amass 460,000 followers, but TikTok saw an unprecedented surge of 500,000 new subscribers—more than any previous musical release. Who else could gain a quarter of their total audience through a simple Q&A?

Meanwhile, Lin Tian’s inbox filled with brand collaboration requests, many asking him and Gan Yanyu to film another casual interaction video. Lin Tian ignored them. While such content boosted views, it didn’t align with his priorities. His focus remained elsewhere: the upcoming .

With the "" system, Lin Tian’s academic preparation posed no challenge. Even if he took a break until three days before the exam, he was confident he could pass the cultural score cutoff for prestigious music schools. Once he cleared the art exam hurdle, he’d have six months—from December to June—to focus entirely on his music career without worrying about schoolwork.

During this period, he planned to officially kickstart their album project. The only obstacle remaining was next month’s art exam.

For several days, Lin Tian locked himself indoors, cramming theoretical knowledge using "Efficient Learning." Though starting from scratch compared to others who’d studied for years, he made steady progress. Meanwhile, Gan Yanyu practiced diligently after successfully registering for the .

Despite their separate pursuits, Gan Yanyu continued visiting Lin Tian’s house at meal times. Life seemed to settle into a comfortable rhythm—until one evening during dinner.

“They’re coming to see me this weekend,” Gan Yanyu announced suddenly.

Lin Tian froze. He understood immediately whom she meant: her parents.

Since moving out, Gan Yanyu’s parents hadn’t completely abandoned her. Besides sending 800 yuan monthly, they regularly checked in and mailed supplies. Though distant, they clearly tried to make up for lost time. Now, seeing their daughter’s viral video, they wanted to visit.

“That’s nice,” Lin Tian replied cautiously. “But why does it bother you?”

“I don’t know how to handle them.” Gan Yanyu fidgeted with her chopsticks. “They’ve seen the Q&A video and recognized my voice.”

Lin Tian winced. Having your parents recognize you in a viral video must be awkward, especially after years of absence. Yet, they’d identified her instantly—an innate parental instinct.

“So what?” Lin Tian asked. “Why does this mean trouble?”

“They’ve always opposed my cello playing—or anything unrelated to academics,” Gan Yanyu admitted quietly. “I have a bad feeling about this.”

Lin Tian understood. Her parents’ sudden interest likely stemmed from concern—or worse, disapproval.

“Will you come with me?” Gan Yanyu asked hesitantly.

“You want me to meet your parents?” Lin Tian blinked, caught off guard.

Seeing his surprise, Gan Yanyu quickly stood up, flustered. “Not like that! I’m just nervous. With you there, maybe I won’t freeze up. I know it’s inconvenient, and it’s not related to our music. So… please don’t feel obligated.”

Lin Tian sighed. What was supposed to be a thrilling experience—meeting Gan Yanyu’s parents—now felt transactional, as if he were hired help. Still, he relented.

“Fine. Where will we meet?”

“They won’t enter my apartment, so they booked a restaurant for Saturday.”

“Alright,” Lin Tian agreed. Then, raising a finger, he added sternly, “But if I help you, you owe me one favor.”

“What?”

“When they arrive, stop being shy. Grab some coins from them.”

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