Gu Chenyan’s words excited Qiao Shu a bit, leading to some initiative from him on this night. The intensity between the two also increased.
Perhaps due to fatigue or a hint of lingering dissatisfaction deep within Qiao Shu’s heart, he found himself pondering during the day and dreaming at night. This rare night brought Qiao Shu a peculiar dream.
He dreamt of Gu Chenyan.
In the dream, they sat in a black car, Gu Chenyan dressed in the same clothes as the day he bought clothes for Qiao Shu, and Qiao Shu wearing the outfit from that day.
Their conversation mirrored the one from that day until—
Qiao Shu: “Were you jealous just now?”
Gu Chenyan: “Jealous?”
Qiao Shu: “Yes.”
Gu Chenyan: “Why would I be jealous?”
Qiao Shu, displeased, said, “I wanted you to be jealous!”
Gu Chenyan indulgently replied, “Okay.”
Qiao Shu became happy, then saw Gu Chenyan extend his hand, taking out a bottle of white vinegar from somewhere. Swiftly unscrewing the cap, he aimed the bottle at his mouth and chugged the entire bottle of white vinegar with lightning speed, maintaining an unchanged expression.
Gu Chenyan declared, “I’m jealous.”
In the dream, Qiao Shu joyfully applauded, “Yay!”
When Qiao Shu woke up, this dream still vividly lingered in his mind.
Qiao Shu: “…”
Facepalm!
Did he really want Gu Chenyan to get genuinely jealous like that?
Qiao Shu, you really…
The clock’s hour hand had reached ten on the wall. After calming down a bit, Qiao Shu finally moved a bit under the covers.
With this slight movement, his body almost fell apart.
Everywhere on his body ached, especially his waist which had been working hard all night.
Qiao Shu took a deep breath.
Then, silently, he reached out to massage his waist for a while. By this time, Gu Chenyan was no longer in the room, and the warmth in the bed next to him had long lost its tempting temperature.
After a while of massaging, he finally felt more comfortable. Qiao Shu sat up in bed and reached for his phone.
Bowing his head to look at the phone, he inadvertently saw the open collar of his shirt…
Old marks have not yet faded, with new ones added.
Ah! So embarrassing!
There were several messages in WeChat.
Qiao Shu checked the group messages from the crew. The new location had already been set up in a somewhat remote village on the outskirts of Yancheng. The director and crew had settled there.
His manager, Yu Qiong, had also sent several messages, informing Qiao Shu that the promotional effect of the edited video compilation of his character on the video platform was good. She also expressed surprise at the unexpected rise of the “GuQiao” CP.
Qiao Shu felt embarrassed to tell her that it was Zhou Yanqing who orchestrated the trending topic.
Then there was Jiang Jiayu.
Jiang Jiayu: Qiao Qiao, is the Mr. Gu in the variety show your husband?
Jiang Jiayu: The kid says that voice is so awesome!
Jiang Jiayu: Your husband is so doting!
Jiang Jiayu: Ahhhh, it even made it to the trending tail. Looks like I’m not the only one shipping you guys.
Jiang Jiayu: Too good!
Jiang Jiayu: Hehe, I even found your little yellow mosquito in the CP super topic.
Jiang Jiayu: [Image]
Jiang Jiayu: Is it true? Is it true? Would you guys do that?
Jiang Jiayu: (Curious pig)
These messages were sent around seven in the morning.
Qiao Shu: “…”
Curious, Qiao Shu clicked on the image, and immediately, his face turned crimson.
Animal costumes?
Qiao Shu covered his heated face. How is that possible?
He tried to imagine himself wearing a cat costume; the bell around his neck making a crisp sound as he gestured enticingly toward Gu Chenyan…
Ah! This won’t do!
Qiao Shu patted his heated cheeks, lowered his head, and replied to Jiang Jiayu.
Qiao Shu: No! Impossible! Don’t think randomly!
Click
The sound of the bedroom door being pushed open.
Qiao Shu looked up from his phone to see Gu Chenyan entering, dressed in a suit from head to toe.
Cat costume!
Bell!
For a moment, Qiao Shu’s mind went blurry. He even lowered his head to look at himself.
Fortunately, it’s okay.
He’s wearing pajamas, not a cat costume, and there’s no bell making a tinkling sound around his neck.
No!
Qiao Shu, what are you thinking?
“Why is your face so red?” Gu Chenyan furrowed his eyebrows slightly, walking quickly to Qiao Shu’s side and placing his palm on Qiao Shu’s forehead.
Qiao Shu: “…”
“I, I’m fine, just suddenly, suddenly feeling a bit warm.” Qiao Shu didn’t dare to look at him.
His eyes darted nervously.
Gu Chenyan remained silent.
He carefully sensed it, then fetched an infrared thermometer to make sure Qiao Shu wasn’t running a fever before finally feeling reassured.
This thermometer was prepared by Gu Chenyan when Qiao Shu was discharged from the hospital, fearing a relapse of his illness.
Qiao Shu felt a warmth in his heart.
Gu Chenyan put the thermometer back. “Get up, freshen up, and we’ll have some porridge before going out.”
“Ah?”
Qiao Shu: “Go where?”
Gu Chenyan: “Is there any place you want to go?”
Qiao Shu was stunned, then tentatively asked, “Are we going out for fun?”
Gu Chenyan nodded.
Qiao Shu: “Aren’t you busy with work today?”
These days, Gu Chenyan seemed quite busy, conducting one video meeting after another.
Qiao Shu felt hesitant to disturb him.
Gu Chenyan: “No. Urgent matters have been handled. The remaining work can be done later.”
“I’m taking you out for a stroll.”
“Okay.”
Qiao Shu’s lips involuntarily curved upwards.
He raised his hand, patting his flushed cheeks, and got out of bed, wearing slippers as he headed to the bathroom.
After a few steps, he stopped and turned to look at Gu Chenyan.
Qiao Shu: “Wait for me a moment, okay?”
Gu Chenyan nodded.
Qiao Shu went sweetly to freshen up.
In the small kitchen, a pot of white rice porridge was warming, and Gu Chenyan was inside, rolling up his sleeves to fry sunny-side-up eggs for Qiao Shu.
Hearing footsteps, Gu Chenyan turned back, “It’s almost ready. You can sit down first.”
Qiao Shu shook his head happily, “I want to watch you cook.”
Gu Chenyan didn’t say anything, just turned back to his busy work.
In the small kitchen, there were a few delicate small plates containing some appetizers.
Qiao Shu: “Did you make all of these?”
Gu Chenyan glanced, “They were delivered.”
Qiao Shu: “Oh.”
He wasn’t disappointed because Gu Chenyan personally fried his favorite sunny-side-up eggs.
Ah! So sweet!
Although Gu Chenyan had already eaten breakfast, he sat with Qiao Shu and ate together.
After finishing the meal, Qiao Shu went to change clothes.
Gu Chenyan: “Wear something thicker; it’s cold outside.”
Qiao Shu: “Okay.”
In a white down jacket with a furry hat, Qiao Shu looked at himself in the mirror and turned around.
“It looks good, but is it too childish?”
Looking like a round white ball, ready to roll away with a simple push.
Qiao Shu thought for a moment.
He wanted to change into something else, but Gu Chenyan was waiting for him outside, and Qiao Shu didn’t want to keep him waiting too long.
Qiao Shu muttered to himself, “Forget it, it looks good enough.”
After changing clothes, Qiao Shu grabbed his phone. Since Jiang Jiayu hadn’t replied, he was probably still filming.
Suddenly, Qiao Shu’s gaze paused, noticing a red +1 in the contacts.
He curiously clicked on it.
It was a friend request.
【I am Xie Yuxi, quickly accept. I have something important to tell you.】
Qiao Shu: “…”
Thinking of the absurd rumors about Xie Yuxi, he shivered and quickly clicked ignore.
Putting his phone in his pocket, Qiao Shu happily skipped out, saying, “I’m ready!”
Gu Chenyan looked up.
He then set aside the magazine, stood up from the sofa, and walked towards Qiao Shu.
Qiao Shu’s heart fluttered instantly.
He blinked and asked, “Are we going out now?”
Gu Chenyan nodded.
He added, “Wait a moment.”
Qiao Shu watched as Gu Chenyan walked back into the room. In no time, he returned, but this time, he had a knitted scarf in his hands.
Gu Chenyan: “Wear this; it’s windy outside.”
Qiao Shu: “Okay.”
Qiao Shu reached out to take it, but unexpectedly, Gu Chenyan bent down and personally wrapped the scarf around Qiao Shu.
Their noses touched.
Gu Chenyan’s unique scent filled Qiao Shu’s nostrils, making his cheeks slightly blush.
Gu Chenyan: “All set, let’s go.”
Stepping back, he reached for the windbreaker prepared on the side, smoothly putting it on.
Qiao Shu felt like he had just been seduced.
Ah!
Hello, LSP!
Gu Chenyan turned back, “Ready to go?”
Qiao Shu: “…Yes.”
He swallowed nervously and quickly hurried to catch up.
The hotel had a dedicated car service. Sitting in the luxurious white Rolls-Royce, Qiao Shu glanced at Gu Chenyan.
Gu Chenyan: “Have you decided where to go?”
Qiao Shu had a plan.
But he felt Gu Chenyan might not go along with it.
Gu Chenyan: “What’s the matter?”
After some thought, Qiao Shu boldly said, “Can we go to the arcade?”
When Qiao Shu was studying, he loved going to the arcade to play. Occasionally, when he saw some couples, he would feel envious and then a bit lonely.
Now he was married.
He had a husband.
A handsome one at that.
Qiao Shu also wanted to experience the feeling of showing affection at the arcade.
He looked at Gu Chenyan expectantly.
Gu Chenyan: “Sure.”
Qiao Shu smiled happily.
Gu Chenyan looked at the smile on Qiao Shu’s face, then raised his hand and placed it on Qiao Shu’s head.
Qiao Shu froze.
Then his smile became even brighter.
Gu Chenyan was so indulgent!
The arcade was always lively, even though it was close to lunchtime. The place was still bustling with people.
Wearing a mask that covered most of his face, revealing only a pair of bright eyes, Qiao Shu excitedly pulled Gu Chenyan inside.
Qiao Shu: “Let’s go exchange for tokens.”
Gu Chenyan: “Sure.”
Using mobile payment, Qiao Shu exchanged one hundred coins directly. Holding a small basket, he turned around and saw Gu Chenyan patiently waiting behind him.
Dressed in a sharp suit with a long trench coat over it, Gu Chenyan stood tall and handsome. His demeanor was aloof and noble, which seemed quite out of place in the lively and noisy game arcade. People passing by instinctively avoided him, then curiously glanced up at this tall and attractive man.
“I’m ready.”
Qiao Shu walked towards Gu Chenyan with a smile. Tipping his head up, he thought: “Though he might be a bit aloof, Gu Chenyan’s gaze feels different. It’s somewhat gentle.”
Gu Chenyan: “What do you want to play?”
Qiao Shu tilted his head and said, “Let’s play whatever catches our eye?”
Gu Chenyan: “Alright.”
He reached out, guiding Qiao Shu through the crowd. After a short walk, Qiao Shu turned his head and pointed to a nearby motorcycle game machine, “How about playing this one?”
Gu Chenyan: “Okay.”
Qiao Shu led Gu Chenyan over and chose two adjacent vacant gaming stations.
He inserted coins into both machines and then promptly swung a leg over the motorcycle, straddling it.
Gu Chenyan watched him from the side.
Qiao Shu: “Aren’t you playing?”
Gu Chenyan: “I’ll watch you.”
Ah! How sweet!
But Qiao Shu boldly said, “I want to play with you,” looking at him with eager eyes.
“Let’s play together. It’s lonely playing alone.”
…
In the end, Gu Chenyan agreed, “Sure.”
It seemed like Gu Chenyan hadn’t played these games before, and his posture when straddling the motorcycle looked a bit awkward.
Curious, Qiao Shu asked, “Have you never played these before?”
Gu Chenyan: “No.”
Well, considering Gu Chenyan’s background, he didn’t quite fit in here, and his demeanor was more formal.
Qiao Shu turned his head and covered his mouth.
Ah!
Even sweeter!
After enjoying the moment, Qiao Shu leaned over to teach Gu Chenyan how to play, saying, “Press here, select this mode, choose your car, and then simply operate the steering with the handle. It’s very simple.”
Gu Chenyan listened attentively, “Mm.”
The game began.
Qiao Shu was supposed to focus on driving, but his gaze couldn’t help but drift towards Gu Chenyan.
As a result, within a few seconds, he was already out of the game.
Qiao Shu: “…”
Qiao Shu decided not to play and just watched Gu Chenyan.
He knew that Gu Chenyan was always a serious person, no matter what he did, he approached it with seriousness, including their marriage.
Serious about maintaining their relationship.
Now, even playing a game, Gu Chenyan was serious. His gaze was fixed on the game screen, and his hands moved in sync with the game’s graphics.
So handsome!
Qiao Shu thought, no matter what Gu Chenyan did—or even when he did nothing—he always looked handsome.
This was his husband.
Qiao Shu continued to enjoy the moment.
Having not played these games before, Gu Chenyan’s attempt ended in failure after a while. He turned to Qiao Shu, asking, “Do you still want to play?”
Qiao Shu was eager, “Let’s try other games.”
Gu Chenyan: “Sure.”
Next, the scene in the arcade unfolded like this:
Qiao Shu: “Boxing?”
Gu Chenyan: “Okay.”
Qiao Shu: “Together?”
Gu Chenyan paused and then said, “Okay.”
After a while,
Qiao Shu: “Darts?”
Gu Chenyan: “Okay.”
Qiao Shu: “Together?”
Gu Chenyan: “…”
“Okay.”
…
After a round of games, Qiao Shu had only a few coins left. Walking happily beside Gu Chenyan, he almost skipped, his eyes filled with joyful light.
Gu Chenyan: “Do you still want to play?”
Checking the time on his wrist, he suggested, “It’s getting late. Shall we go for dinner?”
Qiao Shu smiled, “Sure.”
While passing by the claw machine, Qiao Shu noticed a cool and handsome boy doll dressed in a suit. He stopped and tugged at Gu Chenyan’s sleeve, “How about grabbing a doll before we go?”
Gu Chenyan glanced at it, “Okay.”
Qiao Shu was skilled at grabbing dolls; back in school, classmates often asked him for help. He inserted a coin, focused on the chosen doll, manipulated the lever, and aligned it perfectly.
Pressing the confirm button.
The doll was successfully grabbed and precisely dropped into the exit.
Qiao Shu exclaimed, “Yes!”
“I got it!”
Excitedly bending down to retrieve the doll from the exit, he turned around happily and looked up, saying, “Gu Chenyan, look, does it resemble you?”
Gu Chenyan was slightly stunned.
Then he lowered his head.
He observed the doll dressed in a suit, with a cool and handsome little face.
Although he had felt nothing when he saw the doll earlier, now, with Qiao Shu’s comment, he inexplicably found a resemblance and felt a bit pleased.
He smiled, “It does.”
Then his gaze paused on another doll in the machine. Pointing at it, he asked, “Can you grab that one?”
Qiao Shu turned to look.
Then nodded, “Sure.”
Handing the grabbed doll to Gu Chenyan, Qiao Shu inserted another coin to start grabbing. The doll Gu Chenyan wanted was in a tricky position, making it challenging to grab. Qiao Shu attempted three or four times before successfully grabbing the doll.
Proudly handing the doll to Gu Chenyan, he said, “See, I got it!”
Gu Chenyan smiled, “Hmm.”
“Does it resemble you?”
Qiao Shu was stunned.
Only then did he carefully observe the doll in Gu Chenyan’s arms—sandy, fluffy hair, a white down jacket with a large hat, denim pants, and a small face with a sunny and cute smile, along with two shy blushes on the cheeks.
Gu Chenyan: “Very much like you.”
“Very cute.”
Qiao Shu: “…”
His face became as expressionless as the doll’s.
When they emerged from the arcade, Qiao Shu and Gu Chenyan each held a doll in their hands.
His was the cool and handsome “Gu Chenyan.”
Gu Chenyan’s was the adorable “Qiao Shu.”
Qiao Shu chuckled.
Then chuckled again.
Too sweet!
Carrying their dolls, the two found a nearby restaurant to have a meal. After finishing, Gu Chenyan asked, “Where do you want to go in the afternoon?”
Qiao Shu: “Huh?”
“Are you going to accompany me all day today?”
Gu Chenyan: “Hmm.”
Qiao Shu smiled and then started to seriously think about the afternoon itinerary. Before he could figure it out, his phone suddenly rang.
It was Yu Qiong.
Qiao Shu picked up with confusion.
Yu Qiong: “Qiao Shu, you’re trending hot.”
Author’s note:
Sweet President Gu, Qiao Qiao is too happy today, sending red envelopes to celebrate, muah~
Also, a notice: Tomorrow, there will be a bonus chapter, so the update will be a bit late, probably around 10 p.m. Thanks for your support!
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