Ling Shuangjiang glanced at Xie Wang and smiled at him: "Who do you want to choose?"
With just one sentence, Xie Wang's previously unpleasant aura gradually weakened. His gaze fell on Ling Shuangjiang's lips, and the tips of his ears suddenly turned red: "I want to choose you, is that okay?"
Author's Note:
I need nutrient solution! I'm throwing a tantrum!
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Chapter 18 Two Kissings
Xie Wang's voice was very soft; although it was recorded, it could only be heard if one was very focused.
Viewers watching the live stream could only see Xie Wang staring at Ling Shuangjiang, while Ling Shuangjiang wore an indescribable smile, suggesting she was considering something.
Xie Wang became increasingly nervous at this moment.
In the few seconds that Ling Shuangjiang hesitated to agree, he unconsciously clenched his fingers, fearing rejection.
If Ling Shuangjiang refuses, he has no other choice.
Ling Shuangjiang looked at Xie Wang's expectant eyes and felt more and more that he was like a big puppy.
He raised his fingers to his forehead and gave a meaningful smile: "Okay."
Xie Wang breathed a sigh of relief, straightened his expression slightly, and when he faced the camera and other guests, his aura returned.
"I choose Ling Shuangjiang."
[Ahhh, really a kiss?]
[I'm suffocating! For the first time ever, my favorite couple kissed right in front of me!]
[Was Mr. Xie discussing something with Shuangjiang just now?]
[Thank you Chen Ying for choosing the fourth male lead, thank you!]
The cheers and laughter from the other guests gradually grew louder, and the director gave a warm, aunt-like smile: "You can begin now."
Xie Wang cleared his throat, maintaining a calm expression. He wrapped his long arm around Ling Shuangjiang, who leaned against his chest and looked up at him.
The waist he held in his hand was thin and slender, and the air around him was filled with that scent that Xie Wang found captivating and addictive.
Xie Wang, who had been feigning composure, suddenly felt extremely uneasy. Yet, he couldn't bear to part with the small incense burner in his arms, and was torn between two conflicting emotions.
"You can kiss anywhere," the director added.
[No! We have to kiss!]
[Guess where our fourth male lead will kiss?]
[I'm guessing the eyes, or the nose.]
[A side profile, perhaps.]
"You smell so good."
Xie Wang wanted to say something to cover up the awkward atmosphere, but unexpectedly made the atmosphere between them even more strange.
The other guests were practically jumping up to peek through the gaps at the two kissing, but Chen Ying and Shen Ke remained seated in their chairs, unusually silent.
Xie Wang had already bent down.
He slowly moved closer to Ling Shuangjiang's face.
Just as the two were about to meet, Ling Shuangjiang cooperated by putting her arm around Xie Wang's waist, smiling gently at him, and placing her other hand on his neck.
The soft touch on his waist made Xie Wang's heart tense.
Ling Shuangjiang's initiative was like adding fuel to the fire, making it burn even brighter.
Xie Wang, with utmost restraint, placed a kiss on Ling Shuangjiang's lips. He then carefully licked her lips again.
Make a sucking sound.
The flash went off.
Ling Shuangjiang's beautiful peach blossom eyes widened slightly in surprise, not expecting Xie Wang to kiss him on the lips.
They even kissed her aloud.
Xie Wang didn't notice anything unusual and slowly released Ling Shuangjiang.
But the redness on his neck made his pulse pound rapidly.
At this moment, someone nearby said, "He could have kissed her on the cheek, but Mr. Xie actually kissed her on the lips."
"A kiss on the cheek?" Xie Wang didn't react in time, still immersed in the kiss from before, and subconsciously apologized to Ling Shuangjiang: "Sorry, I didn't hear you clearly."
Ling Shuangjiang smiled and said, "It doesn't matter, it's all the same wherever you kiss—"
Before he could utter the last word, Xie Wang leaned in again, gently cradling his head and kissing him on the cheek once more.
After the kiss, Xie Wang carefully examined her and said, "This time it's right, isn't it?"
Ling Shuangjiang was completely stunned this time, and after a moment she lowered her eyes slightly: "Hmm."
[Huh? They kissed twice?]
[Tell me! Was the fourth male lead doing this on purpose?]
[He did it on purpose.]
[Kissing each other on the lips and cheeks, you've gotten all the benefits during our Frost's Descent festival!]
Not only the live chat, but also the guests at the scene were impressed by Xie Wang's amazing skills, and couldn't help but sigh that Xie Wang, who usually seems straightforward, is actually more capable than anyone else.
They openly and legitimately arranged for Ling Shuang to marry them.
After this segment ended, the director's gaze towards the two became more intriguing. He said, "Comrade Xie Wang, what I meant was, it doesn't have to be a kiss. You may have misunderstood."
Knowing the truth, Xie Wang forced himself to remain calm.
"Okay, I understand."
In fact, he didn't dare to look Ling Shuangjiang in the eye at all.
The director then asked Ling Shuangjiang, "You are now free to exercise your rights."
Ling Shuangjiang said, "It's already very late, and I haven't made up my mind yet, so I won't bother."
The director glanced at the time: "Okay."
After the live stream ended, photos of Ling Shuangjiang and Xie Wang kissing topped the trending searches. Many casual viewers initially thought it was a celebrity couple announcing their relationship, only to discover upon clicking that they were actually a very popular couple from a dating reality show.
However, the name of this couple is quite unique.
They call each other "brotherly couples".
After such a long recording period, the two have a large number of fans who ship them as a couple. They quickly uploaded the complete video to a short video platform, which generated a lot of buzz.
The most discussed topics were the two people's looks and Xie Wang's identity.
Many netizens commented that Xie's Hengtai might have another chairman's wife, since the interaction between the two didn't seem like acting, but rather like a genuine expression of affection.
Almost all of Hengtai's employees are watching this dating reality show. They say that Xie Wang is indeed single, and it's not impossible for him to find a partner through the show.
The discussion was originally in a pleasant, lighthearted atmosphere, but then a few sarcastic and mean comments suddenly appeared.
[Xie Wang's social status dictates that he will only marry a wealthy heiress of equal social standing.]
[Yes, Ling Shuangjiang's conditions don't match Xie Wang's.]
[Xie Wang already said he's participating in this on behalf of his younger brother, how could he possibly be dating? Do you think these domineering CEOs are stupid and rich, coming here specifically to help the poor?]
[It seems the Frost's Descent solar term has really become popular; some people are even criticizing it.]
[We're just shipping couples, it's none of your business!]
The online buzz remains high tonight. By now, the guests have finished recording and are heading back to their apartments.
Outside, a light drizzle suddenly began to fall.
It's not far from where I live, just a five-minute walk.
Xie Wang opened the umbrella he used during the day and held it over Ling Shuangjiang's head: "Let's go."
Ling Shuangjiang smiled and said, "Stay closer to me, or you'll get wet."
"No need, I'm hot." Xie Wang opened her coat in a pretentious manner, still unwilling to get any closer to him.
Ling Shuangjiang saw through it at a glance: "Hmm."
As they went down the stairs, Xie Wang noticed that Ling Shuangjiang was walking strangely. "Are your feet bothering you?"
Ling Shuangjiang: "The shoes don't fit."
Xie Wang hesitated, then raised his arm: "Do you need me to get a stretcher?"
Ling Shuangjiang smiled helplessly and said, "No need."
Xie Wang pursed his lips and walked a few steps with him, as if he was having an internal struggle: "Then I'll carry you on my back."
Ling Shuangjiang quickly replied, "Okay."
The rain intensified, and Xie Wang carried Ling Shuangjiang firmly on his back as they traversed the downpour.
His back was broad and warm.
Ling Shuangjiang held up the umbrella, gently burying her face in it, a triumphant smile playing on her lips.
After passing through a narrow passageway, Ling Shuangjiang asked Xie Wang to put him down. Fearing that Xie Wang would get wet in the rain, Ling Shuangjiang tried his best to hold the umbrella over Xie Wang. In just a few seconds, he himself was soaked through.
When Xie Wang got up, he realized that Ling Shuangjiang had been holding an umbrella for him almost the entire time in the rain.
He anxiously pushed the umbrella over, saying, "Don't worry about me, you're dressed lightly."
"It's nothing." Ling Shuangjiang casually brushed the raindrops from her cheeks. "Let's go quickly."
Xie Wang nodded solemnly and took his hand.
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The hallway lights were bright and warm.