After the awards ceremony concluded, Ye Qingyun took Gu Chenyuan back to their residence.

He held Gu Chenyuan's hand and noticed that the closer they got to their destination, the more tense Gu Chenyuan became.

On the surface, Gu Chenyuan seemed no different from usual. He looked at the shops below the spaceship and said to Ye Qingyun, "Let's... not go back yet. This place is very bustling. You've never been here before. I can show you around."

"Huh? What's so interesting about this?" Ye Qingyun glanced down as well, then shook her head uninterestedly. "Let's not go. Let's go back first. I... I just want to stay with you."

He and Gu Chenyuan had just shared their first kiss, and all he wanted to do was spend time alone with Gu Chenyuan, indulging in some sweet intimacy. He had no interest in going out to play.

Gu Chenyuan remained silent, his heart growing increasingly heavy.

...Qingyun no longer wanted to give him any more time, no longer wanted to pretend to be in love with him, and couldn't wait to go back and confront him?

Gu Chenyuan didn't want to face all of this so soon. He tried his best to show his strengths, hoping that Ye Qingyun would value his power and status: "Qingyun... I'm different now than before. Whatever you want, I can get it for you. I will make sure that everything you like is done to the best of my ability. No one will bully you because of your status anymore. Everyone who sees you must show you the highest level of courtesy."

Ye Qingyun: "?"

Why did Gu Chenyuan suddenly say such a long thing? He's so talkative and boastful, it's not really like Gu Chenyuan's image.

Gu Chenyuan continued speaking rapidly and comprehensively. It seemed that this content was not something he had thought of on the spot, but rather something he had prepared in advance and was telling Ye Qingyun all at once.

Gu Chenyuan's unusual behavior was so obvious that it was impossible for Ye Qingyun not to notice. After a moment's thought, Ye Qingyun had a rough idea in mind.

He had previously thought that after encouraging and comforting Gu Chenyuan, Gu Chenyuan would calm down to some extent and realize that he had always been on his side.

But now it seems that Gu Chenyuan has not been successfully appeased; on the contrary, he is even more anxious.

Gu Chenyuan seemed to believe that their relationship was suffering a severe blow.

Why is Gu Chenyuan behaving this way? Who is this "boss" that the strange person mentioned, that makes Gu Chenyuan so wary?

...Did he really like that person for many years, and then that person was killed by Gu Chenyuan?

Judging from Gu Chenyuan's behavior, is this still the truth?

But deep down, he still wanted to believe in Gu Chenyuan.

Ye Qingyun frowned slightly.

No, he had to ask Gu Chenyuan clearly. If they were to be together, they couldn't keep this kind of secret between them.

Ye Qingyun thought for a moment, then relaxed her body and leaned against Gu Chenyuan, saying softly, "I'm so tired, I don't want to play anymore, let's go back."

Gu Chenyuan held him in his arms, remained silent for a long time, and then turned the spaceship around and flew to where they were currently living.

This temporary residence isn't very large; it's a cozy, two-person home. Upon entering, you pass through a small garden and arrive at a bright and relaxing living room.

In the days leading up to the official match, Ye Qingyun liked to sit on the big, soft sofa, leaning against Gu Chenyuan while talking.

Upon returning, Ye Qingyun sat on the sofa again and gestured for Gu Chenyuan to sit next to him: "Chenyuan, come here, let's talk."

Gu Chenyuan did not respond to those words, nor did he look at Ye Qingyun. Instead, he walked straight back and said, "You're tired. Take a bath and get some rest. We can talk about it tomorrow. I'll go and run some hot water for you."

Why would you need to run a bath for him? What era are we living in? They don't live deep in the mountains anymore. All their furniture is already automated with high technology. Why would Gu Chenyuan need to personally run a bath for him? Why can't you come up with a better excuse?

Ye Qingyun angrily slammed her fist on the sofa. The more Gu Chenyuan acted like this, the more she felt that this matter was not simple.

Since Gu Chenyuan didn't come over, Ye Qingyun decided to go there himself. He stood up and walked to the bathroom, where he saw Gu Chenyuan with his back to him, running a bath for him.

Just looking at that back view, one word flashed through Ye Qingyun's mind—utterly dejected.

Ye Qingyun's heart softened. The word "disheartened" should not have been used to describe Gu Chenyuan.

Ye Qingyun stepped forward and put her arm around Gu Chenyuan: "Why did you turn on so much water? Do you want to shower with me?"

Gu Chenyuan turned his head to look at him, his facial features tense and his lips tightly pressed together, as if he was afraid that he would suddenly say something terrible.

Ye Qingyun blinked: "Given our relationship, things shouldn't have progressed this quickly, but since you won the championship today, let's celebrate."

Gu Chenyuan: "Qingyun..."

He had originally thought that Ye Qingyun would come over and sternly question him about what had happened in the past, but now he couldn't figure out Ye Qingyun's thoughts or what she wanted to do.

Is it to leave him with one last beautiful memory before leaving him?

But he wouldn't let Ye Qingyun leave. Even if it went against Ye Qingyun's wishes, he would keep her here.

...If things really develop this way, this might truly be their last beautiful memory.

Ye Qingyun then asked, "What about that Love Stone? Do you have it with you?"

Gu Chenyuan reached into his pocket and took out the pendant inlaid with the stone of love.

Ye Qingyun reached out her hand, and Gu Chenyuan wanted to place the pendant in Ye Qingyun's palm, but unexpectedly Ye Qingyun withdrew her hand again.

Gu Chenyuan's hand holding the pendant tightened unconsciously. He looked at Ye Qingyun and asked stiffly, "Qingyun...don't you want it anymore?"

I don't want the Stone of Love... and I don't want him anymore.

Gu Chenyuan felt a chill run through his body, and the tips of his fingers holding the pendant turned white.

Ye Qingyun shook her head and glared at Gu Chenyuan: "Do you even understand? How can you give me the necklace and then wear it myself? Besides, this is the Stone of Love, so you have to put it on me!"

Gu Chenyuan's breath hitched, his grip on the necklace tightened and loosened, before he lowered his head, wanting to unfasten the clasp and put it on Ye Qingyun.

Ye Qingyun thought for a moment, then blushed and stopped her, "Wait, don't wear it yet."

Gu Chenyuan stopped what he was doing. He didn't look up, but simply asked, "You regret it?"

"Mm." Ye Qingyun nodded. Thinking about what was about to happen, her face flushed even more, but she still tried to be shameless and pretend to be very experienced. She teasingly touched Gu Chenyuan's wrist, "I have too many clothes right now, so it's inconvenient. So wait a while, when we take a shower, you can put them on for me, okay?"

Gu Chenyuan heard what Ye Qingyun said, responded, and looked down at the sparkling love stone in his hand.

If this is a false happiness given to him by Ye Qingyun, he hopes this moment can last forever.

He desperately wanted it all to be real, a reward for winning the championship, not just a final recollection before their breakup. But could Ye Qingyun truly not remember Pu Tian at all? After hearing those words, could she still be with him without any reservations?

He has always had bad luck, and most of the things he encounters develop in the most tortuous and difficult direction. This time, he also couldn't believe in his luck.

If this is his last night of happiness, then he should... savor it wholeheartedly, leaving no regrets.

The bathtub was full of water, covered with a layer of dense foam. The bathtub was big enough that two people could easily lie down in it.

Ye Qingyun reached for the buttons on his shirt. He really wanted to take off his clothes and step into the bathtub in front of Gu Chenyuan, but having never bathed with anyone before, he felt embarrassed. So he pushed Gu Chenyuan, who was staring at him, and said fiercely, "What are you looking at? Turn around!"

Gu Chenyuan obediently turned around, and Ye Qingyun hurriedly took off all her clothes, stepped into the bathtub, and buried her whole body under the thick foam, leaving only her head above the water.

Ye Qingyun coughed, reminding Gu Chenyuan to turn back: "It's your turn. Should I leave?"

Gu Chenyuan shook his head and reached out to unbutton his clothes.

Ye Qingyun was initially delighted, but as he looked around, he was startled.

My goodness, Gu Chenyuan, as a bottom, has such amazing assets.

Is this why Gu Chenyuan didn't find a suitable partner in the original novel? Is it because no one else has the same qualities as Gu Chenyuan, so he doesn't like them?

Hehe, luckily they only kissed each other all over their bodies and didn't go all the way to the last step, so he didn't have to worry about not being able to handle it.

Gu Chenyuan also stepped in. He did not choose to sit next to Ye Qingyun, but sat facing Ye Qingyun instead.

Ye Qingyun's calf touched Gu Chenyuan's calf. He was a little embarrassed and wanted to dodge, but Gu Chenyuan followed. In order to avoid him, he made more and more exaggerated movements. Finally, when Ye Qingyun realized it, both of his legs were almost pressed against the bathtub wall.

This posture, isn't it...?

Ye Qingyun jolted and immediately closed her mouth, trapping Gu Chenyuan inside again.

Ye Qingyun understood perfectly well, and immediately gave Gu Chenyuan a light kick: "Are you being a pervert?"

"No," Gu Chenyuan denied.

Ye Qingyun didn't believe Gu Chenyuan's nonsense, but decided to skip the topic. He asked Gu Chenyuan, "Do you want to take a shower first, or put on the necklace first?"

Gu Chenyuan reached out and picked up the sparkling necklace from a small table to the side, quietly looking at Ye Qingyun.

The meaning is quite clear: you should put on the necklace first.

Ye Qingyun had no objection, but he soon discovered a new problem.

Sitting is different from standing. In this face-to-face sitting posture, he and Gu Chenyuan are too far apart, making it very inconvenient to operate.

Ye Qingyun complained, "See? It's better to sit side by side. If we're facing each other, how can we touch? Move over a bit, I want to sit over there."

However, after hearing his words, Gu Chenyuan did not make room for him. Looking into his dark eyes, Gu Chenyuan became even more profound.

“Not side by side,” Gu Chenyuan’s voice was slightly hoarse, “come sit over here, sit on my lap.”