The Indifference of Xie Xingfang Reveals the "Marital Truth" of Lin Dan, Taking 7 Years to Understand This Big Game
When it comes to the "fairy couple" in the badminton world, the combination of Lin Dan and Xie Xingfang is undoubtedly both loved and hated. At a recent public event, Lin Dan frequently searched for Xie Xingfang with his eyes, but she, who used to show affection sweetly, chose to respond coldly, with zero communication and eye contact throughout.
This dramatic reversal made the onlookers exclaim: "This isn't a golden boy and jade girl, it's simply a 'slap in the face' scene!" And all this probably started from that night seven years ago when the curtains were left open.
Behind this "slap in the face" scene, what secrets are hidden? Speaking of the past of this pair of badminton fairy couple, it was so sweet that it made people feel nauseous.
Who would have thought that the most enviable golden boy and jade girl combination in the sports circle would now become an awkward situation of "looking at each other with disgust." If you could go back to those years, you would see a different Lin Dan.
On the national team's training ground, as long as Xie Xingfang was there, Lin Dan's gaze was like being attracted by a magnet, always unconsciously glancing at her side. On the court, they were even sweeter, making their teammates cry out "unbearable."
Whenever Lin Dan scored a key point in the game, the first thing he thought of was to look for Xie Xingfang in the stands, as if the joy brought by victory was only complete when shared with her. They could often be seen whispering in the corners of the venue during training breaks, with such a sweet atmosphere that even passing teammates blushed.
Sometimes Lin Dan would even shout to Xie Xingfang during training breaks without hesitation: "Wife, can you get me some water?" Teammates would say: "Lin Dan, you're so high-profile about your love, be careful not to anger the gods!"
At that time, they were recognized as model couples in the badminton world, even the coach said: "You two are so clingy, you're going to blind our eyes!" Back then, Xie Xingfang's eyes seemed to see no one else except Lin Dan, full of starry adoration.
Every time Lin Dan finished a match, she would rush to the sidelines first, hand him a towel and drink, her gentle demeanor warming the hearts of everyone who saw it. Who would have thought that such seemingly indestructible love would be completely shattered by a curtain that wasn't drawn?
But to think about it, such a high-profile "persona" of showing off their love might have already buried the隐患of collapse. Indeed, as the saying goes, what goes around comes around, and who does heaven spare!
On that night in 2016, a blockbuster exploded simultaneously in the entertainment and sports circles. Under the lens of a well-known paparazzo, a "spectacular drama" unfolded behind the curtains of a luxury hotel.
Intimate photos of Lin Dan and a hot-bodied woman instantly went viral across the entire network. What's more fatal is that at that time, Xie Xingfang was pregnant with their child, this melon is not just "ripe," it's "overripe!"
The identity of this mysterious leading lady was exposed, shocking everyone. It turned out to be model Zhao Yaqi, who is not just an ordinary model.
She is the champion of Miss China, and previously had rumors of an affair with Li Ka-shing's eldest son, Li Zekai, with a status that cannot be said to be low. How could such a socialite get involved with married Lin Dan? This melon is really big and sweet!
For a moment, the entire network was flooded with the story of the "forgotten curtains." Netizens' comments were even more incisive: "What kind of godly operation is this? Looking for wild flowers when your wife is pregnant?"
And those who had been "fed dog food" by Lin Dan and Xie Xingfang were now sour: "This dog food was fed too early, now it's all coming back up!" The carefully crafted "model husband" persona of Lin Dan collapsed instantly, drowned by the spittle of keyboard warriors.
This move directly pulled him down from the altar of "National Husband" and heavily threw him into the mud of "scumbag." Even those in the circle who usually got along well with Lin Dan were now silent, afraid of being hit by this melon.
And Xie Xingfang, who was abroad at the time of the incident, responded to the storm in an unexpected way. Faced with this turmoil, Xie Xingfang's reaction can be described as textbook-level "high emotional intelligence."
She did not make a big fuss as some people expected, nor did she choose to silently endure. Instead, she posted a message on her friend circle in an extremely restrained manner: "Wait until you come back, let's talk it over."
These few words interpreted "being tough for the mother" to the extreme. This composure made countless onlookers feel heartache and admiration.
Subsequent developments were even more unexpected to everyone. On the surface, Xie Xingfang chose forgiveness, but astute netizens could see that this was not forgiveness but "better revenge."
From then on, her social media no longer showed any photos with Lin Dan. Instead, it was filled with daily life related to her career, food, and taking care of her child.
Especially on the path of entrepreneurship, Xie Xingfang was like a cheater. She keenly seized the opportunities in the mother and baby market and founded her own brand.
Relying on the connections and fame of athletes, coupled with a deep understanding of the mother and baby market, her brand quickly gained fame. Now, where is the shadow of that shy girl from back then in Xie Xingfang?
Her every move exudes the aura of a strong woman, and she carries a halo wherever she goes. Netizens all say: "This is what it means to live transparently, giving all the hurt sisters a lesson!"
But if you ask about her relationship with Lin Dan? Haha, it can only be described with four words: "respectful as ice." Seven years is enough to change many things.
That Xie Xingfang, who once only had eyes for Lin Dan, has now completely transformed into a smart and capable businesswoman. On the surface, this former fairy couple still maintains the appearance of marriage.
But in the eyes of those in the circle, this is clearly a "drama competition." They appear together in public but are like strangers who do not know each other.
Occasional interactions on social platforms are also conducted with a business-like attitude. Even at events they have to attend together for the sake of their children, one can feel the awkward atmosphere in the air.
The most ironic thing is that Lin Dan, who used to shout "wife" on the training ground, now has to think carefully before even speaking in public. And Xie Xingfang's move of "treating indifference as a cure for ruthlessness" is really beautiful.
In seven years, she completed a splendid comeback. From a pitiful person who was cheated on, she transformed into a strong woman who can stand on her own.
This is not tolerance or forgiveness, but a meticulously planned "big game of revenge." It seems to let go, but in fact, it is to counterattack in the most elegant way.
In the most decent way, she tells everyone: A woman who has been hurt does not necessarily have to go crazy to take revenge. She can choose to quietly become stronger and use her strength to interpret "the best revenge is to live better than you."
This game that lasted for seven years, Xie Xingfang played it beautifully! As the saying goes, time is the best answer, and the once "fairy couple" ultimately cannot escape the harsh reality.
And Xie Xingfang told everyone in her way: Marriage is not the end, betrayal is not the end of life, and there are opportunities for a fresh start everywhere.