Chapter 103 The Dangers of Having Too Much Physical Strength
Chapter 103
Ji Zhi Qiu officially moved in, pretending to sleep next to Lu Yu Nian, thinking that their relationship was progressing normally and should be taken step by step to deepen their feelings.
But Jiang Mingchuan clearly didn't think that way. Every time he called him, he would ask about the progress, and after listening, he would be silent for a few seconds or click his tongue twice, and then give him a few tips in a strange tone.
Ji Zhi Qiu listened attentively and obediently followed instructions each time, but Jiang Ming Chuan was still dissatisfied when he called next time. He hated that Ji Zhi Qiu was so dense, even though the hints were so obvious, he still only listened to the literal meaning.
Jiang Mingchuan, unable to bear it any longer, directly recommended several comics and novels to him.
The cover and description were perfectly normal, but Ji Zhi Qiu was struck by lightning after clicking on it.
He was completely unsuspecting at the time, sitting casually in the living room, openly watching Ji Yanyan eating cookies on the small sofa next to him.
Ji Zhi Qiu was so startled that he jumped up from the sofa. Feeling guilty, he covered his phone and looked around nervously, afraid that someone might accidentally glimpse his screen.
Ji Yanyan almost buried her head in the cookie tin because she was so tempted. Hearing the sound, she reluctantly raised her head, her face covered in cookie crumbs, and asked in confusion, "Dad, what's wrong?"
Ji Zhi Qiu then realized that he had overreacted and gave an embarrassed laugh.
Ji Sicheng happened to be passing by and bluntly remarked, "He's doing something bad."
Ji Yanyan tilted her head: "Does Daddy do bad things too?"
Ji Zhi Qiu silently wiped Ji Yan Yan's face, then chased Ji Si Cheng away. He returned to his room expressionlessly, and only after closing the door did he let out a long breath, his entire face turning bright red.
Jiang Mingchuan! What the hell did that brat Dahuang send him?!
He won't watch it!
...
Ji Zhi Qiu locked himself in his room for an entire afternoon, only showing up at dinner. After dinner, he hurriedly returned to his room, as if he were up to something big.
He was opened the door to a new world, but at the same time, he was also filled with confusion.
Jiang Mingchuan called him at just the right time, asking, "Have you read the novels and comics I sent you?"
"I saw it."
After a few seconds of silence, Jiang Mingchuan teased, "Just ask if you want to, don't try to be coy."
Ji Zhi Qiu licked her dry lips. "I feel like I'm not up to it."
!!
His words were shocking, completely startling Jiang Mingchuan. As his good friend, Jiang Mingchuan could only brace himself and comfort him, "It's okay, you just need to lie still. You don't need to... Are you already impotent at such a young age? Have you seen a doctor?"
"..." Ji Zhi Qiu's eyes widened in exasperation. "I didn't mean this is unacceptable."
"Which one is not working?"
“Look, every comic and novel describes a fierce battle where one side faints or falls asleep from exhaustion,” Ji Zhi Qiu scratched his head, quite troubled by this. “But I’m too physically fit, I definitely can’t do it.”
Jiang Mingchuan remained silent for a full half minute before finally managing to find his voice, "So this isn't working."
Ji Zhi Qiu genuinely felt this was a very important question. If his portrayal differed from that in the novel and comics, would Lu Yu Nian feel frustrated, think he wasn't good enough, or even develop psychological trauma?
Jiang Mingchuan almost laughed at his thought process. "Do you think your partner is the type to read novels and read comics?"
Ji Zhi Qiu was enlightened. "I don't think he can do it, which means I can just improvise?"
Jiang Mingchuan was worried about him. "The first experience is very important. You're a complete novice in love. How dare you improvise? I'm afraid you'll lose your mind and talk nonsense, and the two of you will laugh until you're exhausted."
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..."
He weakly tried to refute, but Jiang Mingchuan interrupted him, "Aren't you the same? Do you think you're more experienced than me?"
Ji Zhi Qiu sensed the gossip and her eyes lit up. "You didn't have a boyfriend throughout your entire college years, and we were separated for four years. How did you become so experienced?"
Jiang Mingchuan raised an eyebrow. "I'm someone who aspires to be an idol. How can an idol have dating experience? That's just too unethical! I absolutely will not allow myself to betray my fans who love me!!"
Ji Zhi Qiu knew he was obsessed with this, "So you only started dating after you decided to pursue an acting career?"
"I didn't intend to be in a relationship at first," Jiang Mingchuan stammered. "I was drunk at the time..."
Ji Zhi Qiu recalled Jiang Ming Chuan's earlier teasing remarks and immediately exploded, "You have the nerve to say I stayed out all night and was drunk and promiscuous? Aren't you the same?!"
Jiang Mingchuan was very confident and shouted on the other end of the phone, "How can you blame me? He seduced me. His shirt was soaking wet and clinging to his body. Not only is he handsome, but he also has a great body!"
Ji Zhi Qiu rolled her eyes. "Stop complaining in that boastful tone. You'll get beaten up if you do. Besides, I eat very well, and my boyfriend has everything I want."
Jiang Mingchuan bluntly exposed him: "Come on, you've never even tried it, you don't even know its size."
"..." Ji Zhi Qiu opened his mouth and then closed it again. He really knew nothing about this taboo subject, so he could only bow his head to his good brother: "Weren't you talking about your boyfriend? Why are you dragging me into this?"
Jiang Mingchuan reacted strongly: "Who said that bastard is my boyfriend!"
Ji Zhi Qiu understood: "So this is what romance is all about."
Jiang Mingchuan: "Get out."
Ji Zhi Qiu then realized that Jiang Ming Chuan had been acting as his strategist, offering advice and strategies, but he knew nothing about Jiang Ming Chuan's romantic history, nor had he listened to Jiang Ming Chuan's troubles.
Jiang Mingchuan denies that the other person is his boyfriend, which suggests that his love life has been quite complicated.
Ji Zhi Qiu's heart softened instantly, and she softened her tone, "Is he good to you? What is his identity? Do I know him? Should we introduce him to you another day?"
Jiang Mingchuan's arrogance suddenly subsided, as if he were somewhat embarrassed. "We're talking about you, don't drag me into this."
He abruptly ended the conversation: "I think I know your problem. It's okay, I have a lot of books here. I can recommend a few of the 'proactive approach' type."
Ji Zhi Qiu: "Take the initiative?"
Jiang Mingchuan: "In short, sit on it and move yourself."
...
The next day, Jiang Mingchuan sent his heartfelt greetings.
[Short press the power button to unlock: How was that? Did you learn anything? *winking emoji*]
[Let's grow another leaf: First of all, we are normal humans, we don't have ears or tails, nor do we have two, and it's impossible for us to suddenly sprout a bunch of tentacles. (smiling emoji)]
[Let another leaf grow: Secondly, we have a normal romantic relationship. Do you know the panic I felt when I saw someone crawl out from under the bed?!]
Short-circuit the power button to charge: ".
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Ji Zhi Qiu finally realized Jiang Ming Chuan's unreliability and the difference between literary creation and reality, and decided to rely on herself.
But it wasn't entirely fruitless; he learned a few play styles and positions, as well as some basic physiological knowledge, which he felt he could try in the future.
Ji Zhi Qiu wasn't in a hurry, but she kept this matter on her mind and was always observing Lu Yu Nian intentionally or unintentionally.
Lu Yu Nian is mature and composed in everything he does, never in a hurry. He's unlikely to become a different person in bed either; he probably prefers a tender and affectionate style.
Although Lu Yu-nian had trained well and was in good physical condition, he was getting older and no longer had the vigor and vitality he had in his youth.
Ji Zhi Qiu didn't mind putting in more effort, but he was also afraid of causing Lu Yu Nian any harm, so he wanted to make thorough preparations before executing the plan.
His cooking skills are terrible; he can only make a healthy version of pig feed. But stewing soup is the easiest thing to do; all he has to do is throw all sorts of nutritious and fresh ingredients into the pot.
Ji Zhi Qiu stewed soup for three days in a row. It was just a simple tonic soup, without adding any other ingredients. Ji Zhi Qiu also served two bowls to Ji Zi Shen and Ji Si Cheng.
Ji Yanyan had been by his side since childhood and had never suffered any grievances. However, Ji Zishen and Ji Sicheng had a difficult background and their height and weight were slightly below average. Although their condition improved after a period of time, it still made their father very distressed.
With a bowl of soup every day, the two little ones' complexions became rosy from being nourished. Ji Zhi Qiu then specially found a huge bowl, placed the remaining soup in front of Lu Yu Nian, and watched him drink it all with a smile.
Only a few specks of oil floated on the soup, which was enough to show Ji Zhi Qiu's care. Lu Yu Nian just smiled each time and drank the soup like a water buffalo, but the three villains gasped in shock.
Ji Sicheng was initially wary of Lu Yu Nian, but now he was quite certain that Lu Yu Nian genuinely liked Ji Zhi Qiu, and couldn't help but speak up for him, "Dad, give up. Uncle Yu Nian is already this old, he can't grow any taller."
Ji Zishen added, "He can only get fatter."
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..."
He couldn't reveal his true intentions, so he could only bite the bullet and say, "Your Uncle Yu Nian works very hard, so of course he needs to drink some soup to replenish his energy."
Ji Yanyan pouted, "Dad, you're like a soup monster, possessing the most soup in the world, and your greatest weapon is to stuff people until they're stuffed!"
"..." Ji Zhi Qiu was still somewhat unconvinced, but she took to heart what the three kids said and reflected on whether she had gone too far.
Just then, he felt a gentle pat on the back of his hand. "This is not a burden for me. Could you bring a bowl to my study later as a late-night snack?"
Ji Zhi Qiu straightened up instantly, looking triumphantly at the three kids, but the three kids sighed in unison, feeling even more sorry for Lu Yu Nian.
...
Just past 10 p.m., Ji Zhi Qiu carried a bowl of soup to Lu Yu Nian's study.
That's how it's always portrayed in TV dramas: business secrets are hidden in the study and placed in the most conspicuous position. Ji Zhi Qiu carefully knocked on the door, and only after receiving Lu Yu Nian's reply did she push the door open and go in.
He held a bowl in one hand and covered his eyes with the other, saying, "I didn't see it. Hurry up and put your documents away."
He only heard Lu Yu Nian's soft laughter, followed by silence. Ji Zhi Qiu hesitated for a few seconds, and just as he tentatively peeked through his fingers, he suddenly felt a familiar, warm aura wash over him, enveloping him tightly.
Lu Yunian put one arm around him and took the soup bowl with the other, placing it on the table.
"It's alright, you can look at whatever you want in the study." Lu Yunian hugged him and sat him on the small sofa next to him.
Ji Zhi Qiu stared blankly at Lu Yu Nian.
Lu Yu Nian was working from home, and surprisingly, he didn't change out of his pajamas. Instead, he was still wearing the same shirt and suit pants he had worn during the day, only in a more relaxed and languid manner. Two buttons on his shirt were undone, revealing the lines of his collarbone. He curled up on the sofa with Lu Yu Nian, leaning back with his legs slightly open. The folds on his suit pants piled up at the joints, but stretched out in a certain place.
Only one lamp was on in the study. They were sitting on the sofa, far from the desk, in dim light. Lu Yu Nian's eyes were deep, the color of his pupils even more intense than before. His eyes were slightly lowered, his gaze affectionate and tender, yet completely different from before, filled with an indescribable emotion.
Ji Zhi Qiu's Adam's apple bobbed twice. He had always been tempted by Lu Yu Nian in a suit, and this look was even more unfair, as if he were being beckoned to him.
Ji Zhi Qiu's mind went blank, and she instinctively put her hand on Lu Yu Nian's body.
Ji Zhi Qiu's worldview had long been opened up, and at the crucial moment, the phrase "It's not that I couldn't control myself, it's that he seduced me" came to mind without the slightest hesitation or coyness.
His initial thought was still that the capable should do more; since he was young and physically strong, he might as well sit on it and move it himself, until…
Lu Yu Nian ultimately didn't drink the tonic soup, and he proved with his own actions that he didn't need to drink it. Ji Zhi Qiu's plan was completely ruined. He had been thinking about whether to say a few words to encourage Lu Yu Nian, but in the end, Lu Yu Nian took control of the whole process, and he could only go blank and obediently do as he was told.
...
When Ji Zhi Qiu woke up the next morning, she snuggled in the soft blankets, stubbornly refusing to open her eyes, until her phone, which was placed beside the bed, vibrated.
It was a message from Jiang Mingchuan.
[Short press the power button to unlock: My reading scope is too broad, let me recommend a few more books, all of which are the type you actively seek out.]
When Ji Zhi Qiu saw the words "take the initiative," her ears turned red instantly. She immediately turned off her phone and shrank into the blanket.
Having already taken a shower yesterday, Ji Zhi Qiu felt refreshed, and there was no strange smell in the blankets. After dozing off for a while, she groggily opened her eyes and stretched.
Lu Yu Nian brought in breakfast. "Would you like to eat in bed or by the window?"
Ji Zhi Qiu was instantly jolted. He wasn't incapable of getting out of bed, so why did he have to eat in bed?
As she put on her slippers, Ji Zhi Qiu took a deep breath and found that her legs showed no signs of weakness, and her back straightened instantly.
Although he performed poorly last night, at least half of his self-awareness was correct. Just as Ji Zhi Qiu was about to feel smug, he suddenly noticed Lu Yu Nian's gaze.
He seemed to have a "Lu Yu Nian user guide," familiar with every glance from Lu Yu Nian. This was how Lu Yu Nian had looked at him last night. Ji Zhi Qiu froze on the spot. A tingling sensation spread from the end of his spine, which Lu Yu Nian had been repeatedly kneading, outwards. Like an electric shock, his legs went numb immediately, and Ji Zhi Qiu involuntarily clenched his buttocks.
He endured it for a while before managing not to cover his buttocks in embarrassment, but he couldn't help taking a few steps back and almost fell onto the bed.
Lu Yunian noticed his avoidance, chuckled, and regained her usual gentle demeanor, beckoning to him: "Come and eat, don't let it get cold."
Ji Zhi Qiu nodded slightly, then sat down and fell silent again.
Lu Yu Nian noticed that he was in a bad mood and asked with concern, "What's wrong?"
Ji Zhi Qiu's gaze fell on the phrase "nourishing soup," her lips twitched, and she looked up at Lu Yu Nian expressionlessly, wanting to know what he was trying to imply.
Lu Yu Nian paused for a moment, guessing that there was probably a misunderstanding, and chuckled, "This is what you personally brewed yesterday. The half that wasn't finished was refrigerated and is still very fresh. Everyone didn't want to let your good intentions go to waste, so they all drank it this morning."
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..."
He then realized he had been overthinking things, his ears turned red, and he lowered his head so low he almost buried his face in the bowl.
Lu Yunian handed over a custard bun. Ji Zhi Qiu was still holding something else, so she subconsciously said, "Wait a minute."
"..."
"..."
These three words seemed to have a special meaning, and the atmosphere immediately quieted down. The two looked at each other, as if sparks were flying in the air.
Although Ji Zhi Qiu's expression remained unchanged, all the blood in her body rushed to her head, and her face turned as red as an apple at a visible speed.
Memories of last night flooded his mind, but the rhythm was not what he had expected at all. It was completely under Lu Yu Nian's control. He could only clutch his stomach and keep repeating "Wait a minute" in response to Lu Yu Nian's movements.
Ji Zhi Qiu licked her dry lips, feeling that this was dangerous and that she would repeat the mistake of taking a bath in the middle of the night, so she washed herself twice.
Lu Yu Nian didn't say anything in the end, he just smiled and rubbed his ear.
But this action made Ji Zhi Qiu's face turn even redder. He knew more and more clearly what parts of Lu Yu Nian liked, but he couldn't figure out the meaning behind it, and he couldn't help but think of some scenes in bed.
...
It was the weekend, and Lu Yu Nian didn't go out, but he was working from home. After saying hello to him, he went straight into his study.
After the heat on Ji Zhi Qiu's face subsided, she felt she couldn't stay away from people forever, so she changed into some light clothes and went downstairs.
The three children sat together, chattering away. Hearing the noise, they all looked up and their eyes fell on Ji Zhi Qiu.
Ji Zhi Qiu felt guilty and kept blinking in a panic. Reason reminded him that his three little ones could not possibly know what happened yesterday, but his hormones were surging wildly.
The three kids have all been pursuing their own goals lately, especially Ji Sicheng, who has been holed up in his happy little house and hasn't seen anyone all day. Why is he unusually hanging out with the other two little villains today?
Ji Zhi Qiu walked over with a question in his mind, and after seeing the scene in front of him, he shamelessly breathed a sigh of relief.
Besides him, Sang Biao is also the real man of the family, taking on the responsibility of "soothing the children". For some reason, the three kids are obsessed with making women's clothes for him, and Sang Biao is also emotionally stable, letting them play with them all the time.
Both parties were willing, and Ji Zhi Qiu didn't want to interfere, but seeing Sang Biao's current appearance, he couldn't help but say something fair, "Wearing a skirt is one thing, but why are there so many diamonds stuck to his body?"
Ji Yanyan picked up the remaining stickers and showed them to Ji Zhiqi in a showy manner, "This was bought by Uncle Butler. The moment I saw them, I thought they were perfect for hamsters."
"Rat?" Ji Zhi Qiu was stunned, not understanding where this nickname came from.
Ji Yanyan tilted her head and patiently explained to her father, "The nickname I gave the cat is Biao Biao, which is the 'Biao' in 'mouse,' so I'll call him 'Shushu' from now on."
Ji Zhiqi and Sang Biao exchanged a glance. Thinking of Sang Biao's once majestic figure, she couldn't help but say, "Sang Biao is a cat, and he used to be the cat boss. Many mice have died under his claws. Even though he has been stripped of his eggshell, we can't call him a mouse now."
Ji Yanyan thought about it seriously for a while and felt that her father made a lot of sense, so she changed her way of calling him "Sad Sad".
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..." That wasn't much better either.
With no need for his care of the three children, Ji Zhi Qiu wandered around the living room aimlessly.
Ji Sicheng felt that he was blocking the sunlight, so he looked up and asked, "Don't you have anything to do?"
Ji Zhi Qiu smiled sheepishly, "Look at what you're saying, doesn't that mean you're praising me for being too happy?"
"..." Ji Sicheng suddenly remembered something and asked in confusion, "Why didn't you make any nourishing soup today?"
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..."
Good question, but who should we cook it for?
Ji Sicheng didn't understand his reaction. He pursed his lips and said somewhat awkwardly, "I think you cooked it very well. I also want to grow taller quickly."
Ji Sicheng realized the harm of not exercising outdoors, but he still didn't want to move and pinned his hopes on dietary supplements.
Ji Zhi Qiu saw through his thoughts and winked at Maomao and the two villains. Sang Biao ran out first, and Ji Si Cheng subconsciously chased after him for a few steps. When he wanted to stop, his arms were grabbed from both sides, making it difficult to turn back.
Ji Zhi Qiu sat on the edge of the lawn, basking in the sun while watching his three children play. Just before sunset, he went back and stewed a pot of soup, especially for his three children.
During dinner, Lu Yu Nian noticed that Ji Zhi Qiu was treating him differently. She looked at him silently, with a somewhat aggrieved expression.
Ji Zhi Qiu pretended not to notice that Lu Yu Nian really didn't need any supplements; his previous actions had backfired.
He deliberately avoided Lu Yu Nian, and in order not to waste any, he drank all the remaining tonic soup. In the end, he was so full that he lay on the sofa to digest it.
Just as he was getting bored, Jiang Mingchuan sent him a new message as if by telepathy.
[Short press the power button to unlock: You're so vengeful, why are you ignoring me now?]
[Short press the power button to unlock: I didn't choose the right book before, but you can't question my abilities.]
[Short press the power button to unlock: Even assuming the worst, do you still have a strategist like me around?]
Ji Zhi Qiu was persuaded. He only sent one emoji, and his phone started vibrating non-stop. Looking at it, he saw that Jiang Ming Chuan had sent him a long list of books.
Ji Zhi Qiu tentatively opened a book. Jiang Ming Chuan had indeed put in a little more effort this time; at least it was a normal 1v1 romance.
Ji Zhi Qiu was so engrossed in reading that she didn't even notice a shadow being cast beside her.
"Sobbing and trembling, she cried out for someone to stop..."
Ji Zhi Qiu was stunned for a moment and did not react immediately.
Is there something wrong with this software? Why did the text-to-speech function suddenly turn on?
Is this something that can be read aloud in public?!
But the voice is quite pleasant, and it even sounds somewhat familiar...
Not only the voice, but also the warm breath fell on his ear. Ji Zhi Qiu suddenly realized something and trembled violently. The phone fell freely, but before it hit the ground, it was caught by a hand with distinct knuckles.
Lu Yu Nian's expression remained unchanged, his serious demeanor resembling that of someone handling official business. However, the content on his phone was anything but serious. He glanced at it briefly, pondered for a few seconds, and then nodded slightly. "I understand. So that's what you like."
Ji Zhi Qiu: "..." What do you understand? There's nothing you don't understand!
Ji Zhi Qiu blushed and pounced on Lu Yu Nian to snatch his phone. Lu Yu Nian, afraid that he would fall, considerately put his arm around his waist and coaxed him with a smile, "Don't get excited, I was just joking."
"If you don't like this one, then which one do you prefer?"
...
Ji Zhi Qiu was completely fooled and accidentally revealed everything, realizing the dangers of having too much physical strength.
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