Chapter 63: What to do on the third day after the escape, amidst the chaos? Being secretly...
The air almost froze.
Xie Ruan is socially anxious and is always somewhat afraid when interacting with people.
Not to mention people who suddenly approach.
Faced with this situation, Xie Ruan could barely breathe.
Xie Ruan never expected that Ji Ye would suddenly approach.
She not only pinned him to the bed, but also hooked her fingers onto his.
The feeling of interlocking fingers is so intimate.
Xie Ruan trembled even more violently.
Xie Ruan dared not make a sound.
Xie Ruan felt that Ji Ye seemed angry.
When Ji Ye approached him, his chest was noticeably heaving.
Xie Ruan noticed that Ji Ye's breathing had become heavier.
Xie Ruan didn't know why Ji Ye was so angry.
Xie Ruan lowered his beautiful eyelashes. He had no idea how pitiful he looked, nor did he see that Ji Ye's domineering attitude suddenly softened when he saw Xie Ruan's lowered eyelashes.
There's nothing else I can do.
Even if Ji Ye is slow-witted and inexperienced.
He also realized it—
he.
His feelings for Xie Ruan were not simple.
Ji Ye is not a pushover who is kind to people for no reason.
It's not that people who have some blood relation will unhesitatingly uphold the principle of being kind to others.
Ji Ye is indifferent to family ties.
Perhaps because of his experience of being neglected since childhood, he finds it difficult to trust relationships.
But.
Now, however, he has fallen in love with Xie Ruan.
Ji Ye's pupils contracted slightly; the feeling came too suddenly.
Ji Ye never imagined that he might fall in love with anyone in his life.
He didn't even know how to act if he liked someone.
Should I confess my feelings first?
Ji Ye's heart rate quickened, and he even felt his throat become dry.
But unexpectedly, just as he looked up, about to say something...
The director interrupted at an inopportune moment.
Director: "Teacher Ji, Teacher Ji."
The director's megaphone was installed in every corner of the Heartbeat House.
The director's voice soon came through the loudspeaker in the three-person room: "Teacher Ji, if you keep locking your room, you have to leave the Heartbeat House recording site immediately."
Holy crap, is the director really that ruthless?
[How could he possibly threaten Ji Ye? Ji Ye is notoriously rebellious. They might create a grudge, and Ji Ye might never accept any more of Director Li's programs.]
[That's very likely, hahaha.]
Ji Ye's fingers twisted slightly.
Ji Ye couldn't see the comments on the screen.
But Xie Ruan is here.
Ji Ye has never appeared on a dating reality show.
But Ji Ye had long heard about how dating reality shows could make people fall in love in one day, make them fall in love with each other in two days, and make them a couple in seven days.
If we wait until he leaves the dating reality show.
Xie Ruan had already run off with someone else.
I heard a sound.
[It's out of sight.]
Is Ji Ye starting to pack his bags, preparing to leave on his own?
[No! I really want to see who Ji Ye will fall for!!]
The viewers in the live chat initially thought the production team would have to behave themselves from now on.
Unexpectedly, Director Li became firm again: "Teacher Ji, the cameras in the room are not allowed to be blocked. Take them down right now."
Ji Ye sullenly kicked the bedside table next to him.
Xie Ruan on the bed trembled slightly.
Before Xie Ruan could react, Ji Ye pulled her up.
Xie Ruan looked at Ji Ye, who had suddenly shown kindness and let her go: "?"
Xie Ruan was still completely confused.
Then Ji Ye calmly removed the clothes covering the camera.
Xie Ruan: ? Ji Ye is alright now?
Xie Ruan silently watched Ji Ye.
Just then, I saw Ji Ye walking towards the door with a stern face.
Xie Ruanming seemed to have a lot to say.
What, things have changed?
[Is Ji Ye really gone? The cabinet was making a really loud noise just now.]
Are you angry?
Not to mention the comments section, even Director Li, who had just been so assertive, reacted instinctively.
Director Li: "Was I too assertive just now?"
The production crew nodded frantically.
Director Li was in a complete mess.
Ji Ye was an ancestor whom we had gone to great lengths to invite.
He's used to being fierce to other celebrities, so when he gets anxious, he says some harsh things.
Ji Ye is a top star.
This show can't afford to lose anyone but him.
Director Li broke out in a cold sweat, staring at Ji Ye on the screen.
Director Li was still thinking about how to get Ji Ye back after he left.
Ji Ye simply opened the door indifferently.
Then Wen Hezhou came in.
Ji Ye also came in.
【？】
"The door's open already?"
Ji Ye has such a good temper.
Has Ji Ye been possessed?
The viewers in the live chat were completely bewildered.
Before I could even react, a keen-eyed microscope captured the details inside.
The bed is a mess...
[Holy crap, Ji Ye and Xie Ruan's bed was joined together? Xie Ruan definitely didn't have the strength, so Ji Ye did it?]
Didn't you notice the wrinkles in the sheets? It's obvious the two of you were on top of each other just now.
[Dry wood and raging fire?]
[Holy crap, did the director just interrupt my brother's good time?! Holy crap, were they about to...?! No way, Ji Ye is this type?!?!]
Xie Ruan's hair was sticking up, as if it had been pressed down...
[What an exciting romance variety show!]
Is this how you play on the first day?
Xie Ruan had no idea that she was already being discussed by netizens in the live chat as someone related to Ji Ye.
They were completely unaware of the increasingly excited comments on the screen.
Xie Ruan subconsciously looked up and met Wen Hezhou's eyes.
Wen Hezhou came in dragging a suitcase.
Wen Hezhou was clearly smiling.
But Xie Ruan always felt that this smile seemed to hide something else, which made Xie Ruan subconsciously feel uneasy.
Could it be that Wen Hezhou was also angry about his departure?
QAQ! This dating reality show is really scary.
Xie Ruan had also considered leaving.
However, the penalty for leaving midway is ten times the penalty.
Xie Ruan simply didn't have that much money.
Xie Ruan could only stand awkwardly in place, her legs bent, her head bowed.
It was as if he was trying to make everyone unaware of his presence, and no one dared to look at him.
Xie Ruan sat there quietly.
He desperately wanted to run away.
Before Xie Ruan could figure out how to escape, she saw a pair of black shoes while looking at the ground.
Xie Ruan subconsciously looked up at the owner who had stopped.
They happened to meet eyes again.
Xie Ruan saw Wen Hezhou's smile once again.
Xie Ruan instinctively dodged.
Unexpectedly, Wen Hezhou smiled, as if to emphasize something.
He even looked at Xie Ruan and spoke again: "Wen Hezhou, that's my name."
Why is Teacher Wen introducing this again?
Wen Hezhou: "Please take good care of me today."
Wen Hezhou extended his hand.
The comments section was flooded with messages like, "Teacher Wen is too modest. With your qualifications, almost everyone in the industry knows you, right?"
Wen Hezhou approached Xie Ruan.
Wen Hezhou is far too gentle.
Xie Ruan even felt that the faint chill she felt next to Wen Hezhou was an illusion.
Xie Ruan saw Wen Hezhou reach out his hand.
Xie Ruan subconsciously reached out her hand.
But he didn't expect that he hadn't even touched Wen Hezhou's hand yet.
Ji Ye suddenly appeared between the two, blocking their bodies from touching: "We're going out now, Wen, He, Zhou, you can pack your things yourself."
Wen Hezhou smiled.
Ji Ye pulled Xie Ruan out the door.
[Why didn't Ji Ye pack his luggage?]
I think Ji Ye might be jealous.
[Ji Ye doesn't want Teacher Wen to touch Xie Ruan? That's really strange.]
These two seem to know each other.
Wait a minute, everyone, I've found a blind spot?
【What. 】
Did you guys notice that Ji Ye was holding hands with Xie Ruan? What's going on?! Isn't he a germaphobe???
[Holy crap, I never imagined Ji Ye would do something like this in my lifetime.]
More and more messages flooded the bullet screen.
Xie Ruan, who was being discussed, was completely unaware of the situation.
Ji Ye is just too domineering.
He pulled Xie Ruan all the way to the first floor.
The two of them happened to hear Director Li's prompting once again.
Director Li: "Food has been prepared in the kitchen, and everyone can choose to make whatever they like."
[Cooking is supposed to be part of building rapport in a dating reality show, but it seems like Ji Ye wouldn't know how to cook.]
Ji Ye's face darkened.
[Hahaha, Ji Ye really doesn't have any skills to show off in dating reality shows.]
Xie Ruan walked towards the kitchen.
Ji Ye's expression, however, was not good.
He didn't want Ji Ye to cook.
There will be a lot of discussion online.
If Xie Ruan does nothing, she will most likely be cyberbullied.
How could someone as fragile as Xie Ruan possibly endure something like that?
Ji Ye led Xie Ruan to the kitchen in a sullen mood and opened a can of Want Want milk for her.
Xie Ruan inserted a straw and started drinking.
Ji Ye: "Let's discuss what to do after they arrive."
Xie Ruan nodded obediently.
[Ji Ye actually discussed it?]
[I'm so shocked! This is Ji Ye's first time on a dating reality show. He seems so different from the Ji Ye I know.]
Xie Ruan and Ji Ye glanced at the ingredients.
The others gradually stepped down.
As expected of the protagonist, Yu Yin quickly became friends with Yuan Yuan among the unfamiliar crowd.
Xie Ruan only realized Yuan Yuan's identity after listening to the conversation between Yu Yin and Yuan Yuan.
It turns out that Yuan Yuan is a popular young actress and also works in the entertainment industry.
As for Yu Yin.
Yu Yin is not in the entertainment industry; she is an ordinary person.
The difference is that in the original book, although Yu Yin is the same age as Xie Ruan, she is still in school.
Xie Ruan is no longer attending.
Yu Yin: "What shall we do tonight?"
Yu Yin has a very beautiful smile; he's very sunny, unlike Xie Ruan.
Xie Ruan is the obedient type.
Yu Yin wasn't discouraged even though she didn't receive a reply. Instead, she smiled and said, "How about we each make a dish?"
Ji Ye and Zhou Jingchi reacted the fastest: "Let's make two dishes for the two of us."
Yu Yin blinked.
What does this mean?
Is this an attempt to share the burden with others?
Wait, Zhou Jingchi has someone he likes too??
[Why is it getting more and more exciting?]
More and more question marks appeared in the comments. Xie Ruan, who was still nodding, was still confused. Just then, she looked up and saw Zhou Jingchi walking towards her.
Xie Ruan: "Why does he have this ominous feeling?"
Xie Ruan tried to run away quickly, but his hoodie was suddenly grabbed by the man.
Xie Ruan can't escape now.
Who is Xie Ruan? Does Zhou Jingchi know her?
[Or perhaps they're just interested?]
There's no one whose name Zhou Jingchi remembered on the very first day.
[Even in a month, very little will be enough for Zhou Jingchi to remember.]
Xie Ruan has no way to escape now.
He looked at Zhou Jingchi with red eyes.
Zhou Jingchi seemed to be suppressing something, and after a while he approached: "You'll be in my group."
Ji Ye leaned closer: "Three dishes for three people, it's not impossible, is it?"
[Wait, they've only met once, and these two are already fighting??]
I think Yuan Yuan and Yu Yin were both quite frightened.
[Can't you believe it? Two 1s suddenly fighting over a 0.]
[Besides, Yuan Yuan and Yu Yin also seem like zeros; it's normal for them to be startled by the sudden loss of two ones, right?]
The viewers in the live chat were still thinking that Yuan Yuan and Yu Yin would probably be far away.
Unexpectedly, Yu Yin strode forward and joined in, saying, "How about four people, four paths?"
Yuan Yuan: "Five people, five paths?"
Ji Ye's face darkened.
Zhou Jingchi is no better.
Wen Hezhou: "In that case, I'll join too."
Wen Hezhou looked at Jiang Zhi beside him, but Jiang Zhi did not speak.
[As a result, seven people ended up cooking together.]
Wen Hezhou: "If there are seven people cooking, it wouldn't be bad to divide the tasks among them?"
Xie Ruan was suddenly surrounded by six people.
He wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he always felt like all the men were looking at him...
It must be my imagination, right?
After all, this group of people...
Yuanyuan is 0.
Yu Yin is 0.
Although Ji Ye and Zhou Jingchi currently believe they are straight men, they will likely compete with Jiang Zhi for Yu Yin in the end.
Nobody here likes him.
How could I possibly look at him?
Wen Hezhou: "Is it enough for A-Ruan to help get the ingredients?"
[Huh? Teacher Wen takes such good care of people, this must be an easy job, right?]
[Hahaha, can you tell that Xie Ruan can't cook at all? Helping you out.]
[So what if you can't cook! It's good enough if you can help out!! Please don't force yourself, otherwise the whole family might get food poisoning.]
【That's true, we're not that demanding.】
The comments section was still buzzing.
Xie Ruan nodded.
Wen Hezhou: "I need some corn."
Xie Ruan ran to the refrigerator.
Ji Ye frowned.
However, the comments section revealed a blind spot—
Was I the only one who heard Teacher Wen call Xie Ruan "A-Ruan" just now?
Zhou Jingchi: "Aruan, I need... never mind, I'll do it."
Zhou Jingchi suddenly felt that the ribs were quite heavy, and he was reluctant to let Xie Ruanlai take them.
Did Zhou Jingchi say the same thing?
【Wait, did I hear that right? It wasn't A-Ruan, it was Xie Ruan? Are they this close on the first day?】
Xie Ruan was still confused.
Zhou Jingchi had already opened the refrigerator and taken it out.
[Zhou Jingchi can actually cook?]
Although Wen Hezhou arranged work.
But it seems no one is ordering Xie Ruan around.
Xie Ruan was so awkward that she couldn't move and could only subconsciously squeeze into the crowd.
Since no one is asking him to do it, he'll do it.
Xie Ruan glanced at the table and saw that Wen Hezhou had corn, Zhou Jingchi had ribs, Ji Ye had shrimp, Yuan Yuan had cabbage, and Yu Yin had potatoes.
It seems like none of the group knows how to make soup.
Xie Ruan took out some pork belly and cut it into large chunks.
[Xie Ruan doesn't seem to know how to cook. Can she make a hearty dish? She even used meat. Vegetable dishes would be easier to make, right?]
Is it because of poor knife skills that the meat is in such large pieces?
Are you making braised pork?
But it wasn't pork belly.
Xie Ruan was completely unaware of the discussions in the bullet comments.
He just instinctively took out the meat grinder.
Xie Ruan originally intended to wash the meat grinder herself.
Unexpectedly, a pair of hands reached out.
The first thing Xie Ruan noticed was the faint blue veins on the man's fingers.
very beautiful.
Xie Ruan subconsciously looked up and met Jiang Zhi's gaze.
Xie Ruan held her breath.
Xie Ruan didn't expect that Jiang Zhi would come looking for him after seeing the protagonist.
Wasn't it said that Jiang Zhi would fall in love with the protagonist at first sight?
Although the original novel was set in a bar, not here.
But Jiang Zhi should have already met the protagonist during this period, right?
Xie Ruan gestured, "You, you go first..."
Xie Ruan's voice stammered a little.
Jiang Zhi doesn't seem to mean that.
But there was no explanation.
Jiang Zhi simply cleaned it, then placed the meat grinder in front of the two of them, helped Xie Ruan put the meat in it, closed the lid, and gestured for Xie Ruan to use it freely.
Xie Ruan was taken aback by Jiang Zhi's politeness: "?"
Jiang Zhiming was in a wheelchair...
Oh, right.
It seems Jiang Zhi has never cooked at the villa.
It must be inconvenient for disabled people to do this, right?
At this point in time, Jiang Zhi had not yet received treatment.
Xie Ruan thought for a moment and said, "Then, let's cooperate..."
Although Jiang Zhi is very tall, he can't stand up, so it must be quite strenuous for him to exert himself.
The protagonist, who is the dominant one, has dignity and would never come to beg him.
Thinking about this, Xie Ruan felt somewhat relieved.
Xie Ruan evenly pounded the pork belly.
Just as they were about to take it out, Zhou Jingchi, who was standing to the side, reacted quickly.
Despite the image of someone refusing to touch a meat grinder, which seemed so dangerous, Xie Ruan snatched it from her hands.
Xie Ruan: "?"
Zhou Jingchi is in such a hurry.
[What happened? Why did Zhou Jingchi steal things? Our Xie Ruan baby worked so hard to make them.]
Before anyone could react, Zhou Jingchi scooped out the minced meat and handed the bowl to Xie Ruan.
Zhou Jingchi seemed a little angry.
In the past, Zhou Jingchi would have said whatever came to mind.
But this time, she only glanced at Xie Ruan, said nothing, and handed it to him.
Xie Ruan thought that Zhou Jingchi was probably still angry with him about blocking Zhou Jingchi.
Xie Ruan was boiling water and was just about to put the meat filling with meat and starch into the pot to make meatballs when she saw Yuan Yuan walk over.
Xie Ruan was unaware of what Yuan Yuan was planning to do.
Then, Yuan Yuan, who is 178cm tall, subconsciously leaned over.
Yuan Yuan is a rising star.
Despite her young age, she became a sensation after starring in a youth idol drama, gaining 30 million fans in just one year since her debut.
Xie Ruan felt it was very impressive after hearing Yu Yin's explanation.
Yuan Yuan was wearing round-framed glasses.
Yuan Yuan and Xie Ruan are the only ones who wear glasses on variety shows.
Yuan Yuan: "This is a bit hot, the steam will burn you."
Xie Ruan was terrified and trembled all over: "?"
Yuan Yuan's voice softened a bit, as if she thought Xie Ruan was afraid of steam: "I do this often, I'll help you, and you can help me in a bit. My name is Yuan Yuan."
Why did this group of people repeat their self-introductions several times when they met Xie Ruan?
[Others don't seem to do this.]
Xie Ruan nodded: "Thank you, Xie Ruan."
Yuan Yuan suddenly moved closer, and Xie Ruan held her breath.
Yuan Yuancai then spoke: "I know your name, it sounds very nice."
Xie Ruan watched Yuan Yuan's actions without saying a word.
I just subconsciously picked up the vermicelli from the side to soak, and then prepared the egg liquid, beating it in a bowl.
Yuan Yuan seems quite concerned; Xie Ruan is unaware that he remembers her name.
Does Yuan Yuan like Xie Ruan?
【Our Yuanyuan looks like a zero no matter how you look at it?? Two zeros mean no future!!】
[Being a top for love? It's not impossible.]
Xie Ruan thought she wouldn't speak to Yuan Yuan again, but then she heard Yuan Yuan say, "Your eyes are so beautiful."
Why does Yuanyuan seem like a peacock displaying its plumage?
【You two are no good! It looks like you're going to have the same phone number!!】
Yu Yin walked over with a smile on her face.
Xie Ruan was standing next to Jiang Zhi.
Xie Ruan didn't dare to speak to Jiang Zhi.
Xie Ruan was still nervously thinking about how to strike up a conversation with Yuan Yuan.
Then Yu Yin suddenly walked over.
When Yu Yin suddenly appeared between the two, Xie Ruan no longer cared about Yuan Yuan's expression.
Xie Ruan subconsciously stepped back a few paces.
Suddenly, she made way for Yu Yin next to herself and Jiang Zhi, even explaining Jiang Zhi's identity as if to distance herself from him: "His name is Jiang Zhi!"
Yu Yin froze on the spot: ?
Xie Ruan said anxiously, "Um, you can come to this spot, there's no one here..."
Xie Ruan could actually have explained it more clearly.
But there were so many people.
Xie Ruan was in a complete mess.
There's not much more to say.
Help! Why do I feel like Xie Ruan is being paired up with someone else?
[It's not just a feeling, it's real, hahaha, this is really a pairing.]
[Does this sound exactly like me when I'm obsessed with shipping couples in dramas?]
[Xie Ruan is so funny. While others are bickering and fighting in dating reality shows, he seems to be desperate for my favorite couple to get together.]
While everyone was still discussing it, Yu Yin was stunned.
After waiting for a long time, Yu Yin finally smiled.
Yu Yin didn't seem to be interested in "Jiang Zhi".
As Yu Yin walked over, she subconsciously glanced at Jiang Zhi.
[Could there actually be something going on between these two?]
[Possibly.]
Yu Yin glanced at Jiang Zhi.
Jiang Zhi didn't turn around, continuing to prepare the ingredients without looking back.
Everyone watched as Yu Yin seemed to be quite disgusted.
He moved closer to Xie Ruan's position.
She seemed to be making a concerted effort to distance herself from Jiang Zhi.
Something's not right. This doesn't seem like a couple; it looks like they've had a falling out.
Yu Yin seemed to roll her eyes at Jiang Zhi again.
I'm about to burst out laughing, is this even possible?
The chat was filled with laughter, but Xie Ruan was completely unaware of this situation.
Xie Ruan felt as if the air around her had frozen.
Xie Ruan was too close to Jiang Zhi and the others.
Xie Ruan instinctively broke out in a cold sweat.
He was a little afraid of getting involved with these two people.
It should be noted that Xie Ruan was already walking on thin ice between the two.
Xie Ruan did not want to offend Jiang Zhi.
Xie Ruan subconsciously pursed her thin lips.
Xie Ruan took a few steps back.
If Jiang Zhi fails to win Yu Yin's heart because of his interference in their relationship, wouldn't Jiang Zhi then target him relentlessly in the future?
Xie Ruan is not like Pei Zhi.
He had no powerful backing and couldn't withstand the bullying from men.
Xie Ruan didn't believe Yu Yin had come out.
Jiang Zhi still wanted to hold hands with him and successfully act in the play.
Xie Ruan instinctively fled to Yuan Yuan's side.
Unexpectedly, Yu Yin seemed to have come to find Xie Ruan from the very beginning, and walked to Xie Ruan's side once again.
Yu Yin: "I also like making meatballs, shall we make some together? Can I borrow some later?"
Yu Yin's voice sounded like she was being coquettish; Yu Yin's voice was very pleasant to hear.
When it suddenly came close, Xie Ruan couldn't help but tremble.
Xie Ruan was so suddenly approached by the protagonist that she almost couldn't speak.
Xie Ruan looked at Yu Yin, trembled, and then reluctantly nodded.
Xie Ruan: "Then, let's use them together."
Xie Ruan was drenched in sweat.
I thought this was the only thing that got out of control.
Unexpectedly, the pot started steaming more and more.
Not only Yu Yin, Zhou Jingchi, Jiang Zhi, and Yuan Yuan came.
Even Wen Hezhou and Ji Ye came to help.
More and more people surrounded Xie Ruan.
Xie Ruan felt like she could barely breathe.
No, Xie Ruan looked at the men who were all crowding around her.
Xie Ruan's mind was filled with complaints: What's going on? Such a small pot, why do we need so many people to make meatballs?!
Xie Ruan's brain was protesting.
The men, however, were completely unaware of this. Not only did they prevent him from working, they also quietly pulled his hand away.
For a time, there were really a lot of people crowding the kitchen.
Xie Ruan felt someone pull her hand down.
The fingertips, with a few calluses, rubbed against Xie Ruan's fingers.
A tingling sensation rubbed against Xie Ruan's nerves.
Xie Ruan felt her whole body begin to tremble.
Xie Ruan initially thought the man hadn't done it on purpose.
Unexpectedly, the man seemed even more excited after noticing his unusual behavior.
She touched his fingers with her fingertips once again.
That's so strange.
Xie Ruan's cheeks and ears turned red.
I only felt a tingling, numb sensation.
Xie Ruan couldn't breathe at all.
Xie Ruan really wanted to run away.
He didn't even know who was touching him.
Xie Ruan subconsciously turned her head.
But unexpectedly.
People almost blocked him.
He has no way to escape.
They even heard the crew members, seemingly eager to stir things up, ask: "Guess how many of the guests on our show tend to be more assertive in their romantic relationships?"
Is this something I can hear?
[This is hilarious! Do you really show all this while cooking??]
[This assertive statement is both vague and obvious; it's basically asking us to guess who's number 1, right? I guess everyone except Xie Ruan, Yuan Yuan, and Yu Yin is number 1.]
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The live stream audience was engrossed in the director's questions.
It seems no one noticed.
Xie Ruan's hand was touched.
QAQ!
Xie Ruan anxiously tried to break free from the crowd.
But the man was too strong.
He couldn't break free.
Xie Ruan's forehead was covered in cold sweat.
With no other option, he could only try his best to turn his body around to look for someone.
Unexpectedly, cold sweat began to pour down his forehead.
They couldn't find a single clue.
QAQ!!
Instead, he became even more brazen in being touched!
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