Xiao Shulang didn't know how he got back to his room. Like a stiff robot, he walked into the room, sat down, his eyes glazed over, and remained blank for a long while before suddenly—"boom!"
My mind went blank, and I recognized the face instantly.
Chapter 55 A Secret Kiss That Was Only Between Them
Qin Shuang's forehead kiss successfully made Xiao Shulang toss and turn for a long time, unable to sleep.
They were already in a relationship, so holding hands and kissing were perfectly normal. Moreover, Qin Shuang only touched her forehead, which showed both intimacy and tenderness.
It was this very serious treatment that made Xiao Shulang feel utterly ashamed.
He rolled over on the bed again, slowly exhaling, unable to suppress the turmoil in his heart.
Although he felt embarrassed... it felt really good to be cherished, it warmed his heart.
Actually, Xiao Shulang wasn't the only one who wasn't asleep.
Qin Shuang went back to her room, took off the necklace, and held it in her hand, liking it very much.
I like gifts, and I like the people who give them even more.
He had actually prepared a confession plan, but he didn't expect Xiao Shulang to beat him to it. He was the kind of person who would run away from someone he liked, but he mustered up the courage to take this step.
What are you proving?
This proves that he really likes himself.
Qin Shuang recalled the time Xiao Shulang drunkenly revealed his true feelings and suddenly became curious: when did he start liking her?
I'll ask when I have the chance.
They have a long future ahead of them.
The next morning, Xiao Shulang went to the dressing room. He was so sleepy that he could barely keep his eyes open while the makeup artist was doing his makeup. So he simply closed his eyes and let the makeup artist do it for him. The makeup artist smiled and teased, "Where did Teacher Xiao go last night? You're so sleepy."
They started preparing at seven o'clock this morning. As long as they don't stay up late, they get enough sleep.
Xiao Shulang closed his eyes and curled the corners of his mouth slightly: "I had a bit of insomnia, so I tried counting sheep, but it didn't work."
As they counted, the sheep turned into Qin Shuang.
The makeup artist certainly had something to say about this topic. He immediately said, "I also had insomnia for a while, so I went to see a traditional Chinese medicine doctor. That doctor was really good. After taking the medicine for two weeks, my sleep was cured. If you need it, Teacher Xiao, I can give you his contact information."
Just then, Qin Shuang lifted the curtain and came in, hearing the makeup artist excitedly ask, "What are you talking about?"
According to today's filming schedule, Qin Shuang got up earlier than Xiao Shulang and had already finished filming one scene. She came over to rest for a while and see her boyfriend.
Makeup artist: "Let's talk about what to do about insomnia!"
Qin Shuang sat down at another vanity table and looked at Xiao Shulang's profile: "You have insomnia?"
Xiao Shulang, with his eyes still closed, said, "It was just last night, it's not a big problem."
I had insomnia last night... and the reason is pretty self-evident.
After the makeup artist finished styling the actors, they got up and went outside. The makeup artists had to wait nearby while the actors were filming so they could touch up their makeup whenever needed.
The dressing room was now empty except for the two of them. Xiao Shulang opened his eyes, but without turning his head, he saw Qin Shuang's gaze in the mirror and couldn't help but laugh.
Qin Shuang leaned closer, a smile in her eyes, and asked, "What are you laughing at, hmm?"
Xiao Shulang smiled and shook his head. He moved the hand on the table, hooked his index finger over Qin Shuang's hand on the table, and touched the two fingers together.
"Teacher Xiao!" someone called from the doorway, "It's your turn to perform!"
Xiao Shulang withdrew his hand and replied, "Coming!"
He got up, and Qin Shuang followed him out. It wasn't surprising that the two of them were always together; the good relationship between the two male leads was a well-known fact in their production team.
However, they had no idea just how good the other person was.
Xiao Shulang and Qin Shuang didn't intend to hide it. They would be staying on set for a long time, and it was only a matter of time before they were discovered. They weren't in a hurry to go public online. In Xiao Shulang's words, it would be too much of a commotion and they would feel embarrassed.
Although dating is a matter between two people, due to the nature of their professions, both of them need to appear in the media, so going public is something they will have to do sooner or later.
During breaks on set, they no longer hesitated to hold hands and feed each other, and everyone noticed the change in their relationship. The staff who shipped Chu Beiyao and Hua Che in the drama were happy because they could ship them both on and off screen!
What could be more wonderful than receiving grain on the spot!
Logically speaking, people working on a film set should know what to say and what not to say. There have been no visits to the set or outsiders recently. Strangely, three days after they started dating, an article like this appeared online.
An article analyzing why Qin Shuang and Xiao Shulang are not a good match.
The appearance of this article may also be related to the airing of the escape room show. After the first episode aired, the interaction between Xiao Shulang and Qin Shuang was of course not spared by the audience, and more and more people were looking forward to them being together. Their CP has become popular again.
The article appeared just when most people were looking for sweets.
Judging from the content and wording of the article, this person seems to be making a rational analysis, and even praised Xiao Shulang and Qin Shuang first. However, that praise could not outweigh the criticism that followed, and the criticism of Qin Shuang was obviously greater than that of Xiao Shulang.
Even Qin Shuang said things like using her background to gain sympathy.
To be fair, Qin Shuang doesn't shy away from talking about having spent time in an orphanage, but she has never used that to elicit sympathy. When people mention her, they always think of her achievements and her unstoppable momentum. No one would think of her as a pitiful little white flower.
The article is quite popular, with some criticizing it and others expressing their approval.
The crew members also saw it, and everyone scorned it: What monsters and demons? They're a perfect match!
During intermission, the air conditioning pipes at the filming location were obviously not as effective as ordinary indoor air conditioning, and the actors, dressed in layers of ancient costumes, relied on the wind to keep going.
Xiao Shulang held a small fan in one hand that could be cooled by adding ice, and his phone in the other. Qin Shuang also held a fan, her chin resting on Xiao Shulang's shoulder. Their small fan could cool both of them, and they could both use one phone.
After reading the article, they remained unmoved.
Xiao Shulang: "Guess who they're coming for?"
Qin Shuang: "Like me."
Xiao Shulang turned the fan: "It's hard to say with just one article, and it's all very strange."
Qin Shuang straightened his wig: "Heizi doesn't need reason."
Too.
After Xiao Shulang transmigrated, he was constantly attacked online. Qin Shuang was incredibly popular, and he also had many people criticizing him.
Neither of them paid any attention to the article. The director came over with the script and said, "Xiao Shulang, Qin Shuang, change the order of the next scene. Shoot this one first."
The director unfolded the script and showed it to the two of them. The order of the scenes was fine, but the problem was... there was a kissing scene in the new scene.
The director teased them, "You two don't need to use camera tricks for your kissing scenes, right?"
Qin Shuang looked at Xiao Shulang with a smile on her lips. Xiao Shulang's eyes flickered, but he didn't say anything, clearly acquiescing.
The director was very satisfied with the atmosphere; the emotions were spot-on, and filming romantic scenes would definitely be even more enjoyable. After making his joke, he walked away and began calling on the crew to get ready. The break was over, and filming was about to begin.
Xiao Shulang suddenly stood up and called over the makeup artist.
Qin Shuang: "?"
Xiao Shulang just touched up her makeup, and it hasn't come off.
Xiao Shulang knew Qin Shuang was looking at him, but he didn't turn his head and said dryly, "Have the makeup artist apply two more layers of powder to me."
Lest my face get completely cooked later.
Eye contact and facial expressions can be controlled, but red cheeks are not something he can suppress.
Qin Shuang looked at his profile, her Adam's apple bobbing, and she slightly turned her gaze away.
If I don't look away, I really want to grab someone and kiss them right now.
The plot of this drama is roughly as follows: Chu Beiyao and Hua Che are a little sulking. Chu Beiyao brings people to watch the song and dance performance. The two compete with each other, and in the end, they kiss and make up.
The interior scene is set in a restaurant. Qin Shuang and Xiao Shulang are seated in front of a low table, and the extras playing the piano and dancing are already in place. The clapperboard is opened, and filming begins.
Xiao Shulang and Qin Shuang instantly got into character, their eyes and demeanor changing in an instant.
There was no Qin Shuang here, only Chu Beiyao, who was lounging lazily with his arms propped up, and no proper sitting posture; nor was there Xiao Shulang, only Hua Che, who was indifferently watching the singing and dancing.
Chu Beiyao swirled the wine glass in his hand. The singing and dancing were excellent, but he watched it casually. He tilted his head back and downed the wine in one gulp, then slammed the glass down on the table with a loud "thud".
"Is it beautiful?" he asked in a deep voice.
"Like a lotus emerging from clear water, swaying gracefully," Hua Che said calmly. "Naturally beautiful."
His praise only annoyed Chu Beiyao more, and he sat up straight: "I didn't know you liked these things. You should have said so earlier. Which ones did you like? I would have brought them back to the palace and had them dance for you every day!"
Hua Che was completely unceremonious, saying, "Everything's fine, let's go together."
Chu Beiyao was shocked that he actually wanted it. He slammed his hand on the table, incredulous and furious: "You really want it!?"
Hua Che finally turned her head and glanced at him lightly: "Didn't you want it?"
"I—" Chu Beiyao couldn't hold back any longer, "What exactly are you being difficult about?"
Hua Che: "I thought you were the one who was angry?"
Chu Beiyao took a deep breath, grabbed his wine glass, and slammed it onto the dance floor: "Get out, all of you!"
The performers hurriedly retreated, not daring to linger. Hua Che met Chu Beiyao's gaze with a cold smile, neither dodging nor avoiding it, as if mocking: Let's see what you want to do.
Chu Beiyao stared into his eyes, and in a fit of anger, grabbed Hua Che by the collar and kissed him on the lips.
Hua Che's pupils suddenly contracted, and his eyes widened in surprise.
Upon seeing Hua Che's expression, Chu Beiyao's anger instantly dissipated, replaced by a triumphant look in his eyes. He then leaned in and kissed him again.
Hua Che pressed down on his shoulder: "Wait, you—"
"No, we won't wait."
After Chu Beiyao finished speaking, he kissed her again. This time, unlike the previous two times when they were brief and fleeting, he softened his movements, lingering and caressing her slowly. He would occasionally open his eyes to glance at Hua Che, his eyes no longer filled with the anger and sharpness of before, but instead carrying a hint of coaxing and flattery.
Hua Che lost his temper in the face of Chu Beiyao's submissive gaze. The hand that had been pushing him away slowly loosened its grip. Chu Beiyao noticed that he was relaxing, so he pushed his head away slightly and put his arm around Hua Che's waist.
"We're not going to make a scene anymore, okay?"
Hua Che's chest heaved as he exhaled deeply: "Who wants to mess with you?"
Chu Beiyao laughed, put his arm around Hua Che's waist, and gently laid him down on the mat: "Let's try a different way of having fun."
Hua Che's eyes flickered, and she closed them as Chu Beiyao leaned down.
The two kissed again, their hair intertwined, their fingers slowly clasped together. Just as the atmosphere was perfect, someone rushed in.