Taiwanese artist Ivy, married to mainland Chinese actor Qin Hao, who is 9 years younger, in 2015. The couple has an 8-year-old daughter named “Xiaomili.” Recently, Ivy revealed on a Chinese program that the most assertive thing she has done was after arguing with Qin Hao, she tied their shoelaces together to prevent him from running away. Netizens praised her ingenuity, and the topic quickly trended on social media.
At 56 years old, Ivy shared on the Chinese variety show “Let’s Fall in Love” that the most assertive thing she has done in her relationship with her second husband Qin Hao was during an argument in Beijing. In a crowded street, Qin Hao, not wanting to quarrel loudly with Ivy, tried to run away in frustration. In a moment of desperation, Ivy quickly squatted down and tied their shoelaces together, trapping Qin Hao in place.
Ivy said, “He (Qin Hao) was shocked at the time.” To Qin Hao, seeing Ivy, a female celebrity, boldly confront him publicly was unexpected. Despite Qin Hao’s bemusement at Ivy’s unexpected move, it helped ease the tension between them. Ivy then teasingly told Qin Hao, “You can go now.” However, Qin Hao found himself unable to leave due to Ivy’s playful action, leading to laughter between them.
This situation not only surprised and amused onlookers but also raised questions from some netizens. They doubted how Ivy could tie their shoelaces if Qin Hao was unwilling and questioned the feasibility of the scene. However, this skepticism perhaps adds to the uniqueness and theatricality of this humorous incident.
For the sake of love, Ivy was willing to disregard her image and status. Guests on the show praised her as “adorable” and having “high emotional intelligence.” On October 9, “Qin Hao getting angry as Ivy tied their shoelaces together” trended on Weibo, showcasing the amusing anecdote that unfolded between the couple.