An American reporter gave the answer.
"Princess of Genovia's Birthday Party — Portuguese 'Caesar' Shows Up with a Gift!"
"Hathaway flaunts a bracelet from Kai — are the two secretly dating?"
"At the party, Hathaway invited Kai for the first dance — the golden boy and beautiful girl, overflowing with CP vibes!"
"Kai has grown taller, but not fully — he even wore height-increasing insoles at the event!"
"Makeup artist reveals: Hathaway refused to wear expensive high heels gifted by a partner, just so she wouldn't look taller than Kai while dancing!"
"The Princess Diaries" surpasses 100 million at the box office! Hathaway's popularity skyrockets, earning millions in endorsements!
"Massachusetts economics expert: This mismatched relationship between North America's campus goddess Hathaway and ordinary player Kai won't last!"
"Harvard sociology expert: Their status gap is too big. To match Hathaway, Kai must become the next Beckham!"
Victoria Beckham: "Kai is great, but there's only one Beckham."
David Beckham: "Yes—but there's also only one Kai. Social status doesn't define true love. Hathaway, he's a good boy. I support you."
Kai: "Boy? Boy?! Boy?!"
It had to be said—Hathaway's birthday party triggered a massive wave of public attention.
A big reason was the explosive box office success of The Princess Diaries.
Even the production companies she had rejected before were now shamelessly crawling back, hoping to collaborate again as if nothing had happened.
But this time, Hathaway made an even more outrageous demand.
She refused to do kissing scenes.
Yep. No kissing.
This was something she had realized after studying "Traditional Chinese Culture" for half a year.
The producers almost lost their damn minds.
"You're making teenage romance films! Where the hell do you think the romance comes from without kissing?"
"Even if you fake everything else, at least the ending kiss is mandatory!"
But Hathaway stayed firm.
"We can cheat the angle, use camera tricks, or even body doubles."
The producers exploded.
"Do you think you're an Oscar winner? Hell, we might listen if you were even nominated—but you're not! You're nowhere near that level!"
"You're lucky, Hathaway—but your stubbornness will destroy your career. No audience wants an actress who refuses kissing scenes!"
"Forget kissing—top actresses sometimes have to accept even more intense scenes. You'll pay for your pride!"
Hathaway didn't care.
This wasn't even the first time she'd heard threats like this.
She came from a middle-class family—she wasn't obsessed with fame or money.
Even if she wasn't famous, she'd still live just fine.
And now that she was famous? Even less reason to sell herself out.
She chose love.
Ironically, while the entire American media was busy roasting Kai…
Kai hadn't even agreed to date her yet.
Yes.
At her birthday party, Hathaway basically confessed.
But Kai's answer?
"I need time."
He wanted to sort out their relationship and think about the future.
Only when he was sure could he give her a responsible answer.
So for now?
Not lovers.
Just… very close friends.
(Yeah, that kind of "just friends.")
They agreed to understand each other better—talking about life goals, careers, and expectations.
Not that kind of "deep communication," you horny bastards.
Still, this birthday became Hathaway's happiest one ever.
Because things between her and Kai had clearly moved forward.
So later, in an interview, she said openly:
"Thank you everyone for caring about me and Kai, and thanks to all the fans who support us."
"But our relationship isn't what people think."
"We're not dating. We're still just friends—for now."
The reporters nearly lost their minds.
Wait… for now?!
An American reporter threw her a lifeline:
"So… did you reject Kai's confession?"
Smooth.
Very smooth.
That way, if she said yes, it would sound like she had the upper hand.
But Hathaway just smiled and dropped a bomb:
"No. He hasn't agreed yet."
The entire press froze.
He… hasn't agreed yet?
Wait.
Hold on.
Rewind.
So—
Hathaway confessed…
And Kai didn't say yes?!
And she's STILL chasing him?!
What the hell is going on?!
The American media went absolutely insane.
"The goddess is chasing a guy?!"
"Is Kai that good?!"
"Someone stop this—she's not even seventeen yet!"
"This is puppy love!"
Meanwhile—
Europe: "Damn, this Kai guy is a beast."
China: "Handsome? Bro, we've got PLENTY of that."
All this chaos pushed Kai into a ridiculous hot streak.
Even though he kept explaining that his improved performance was just due to adjusting to his new height and physique…
Fans weren't buying it.
They had one explanation:
Love buff activated.
From November 16 to December 21—
Six matches.
Six straight wins.
Kai went insane:
13 goals + 5 assists.
Top scorer.
Top assist provider.
Absolute domination.
Only two matches remained before the winter break.
At the U17 level, things are brutal.
Talent gaps widen like crazy.
If you're good?
You get promoted immediately.
U19, reserves, maybe even first team.
If you're really insane?
You just keep jumping levels.
That's why Cristiano Ronaldo's five-level jump in a single year is legendary.
Especially because he made it all the way to the first team.
Meanwhile—
Players who stay in U17 all season?
Either too young…
Or not good enough.
No middle ground.
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