Chapter 72. How can she face anyone now?
Chu Ruofu noticed that Lu Xubai hadn't started the car, so she turned to look at him.
The man's gaze was deep and fixed on her, his burning eyes almost swallowing her whole. She felt a scald and quickly looked away.
"Aren't you going back?" she asked softly.
Lu Xubai's Adam's apple bobbed, and a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes. Her evasive attitude was clearly a rejection of him.
"How was your date today?" he asked, still determined.
To be fair, the place we went to today was a date spot that girls like. Lu Xubai wasn't overly forceful, and she felt very relaxed spending the whole day with him. She had a great time and enjoyed the food.
Unfortunately, King Xiang was willing, but the goddess was indifferent.
She couldn't reciprocate his feelings, no matter how much he liked or liked her.
"I'm quite happy," Chu Ruofu said honestly.
Lu Xubai gripped the steering wheel tightly with both hands, his voice low and deep: "As long as you want, I can make you this happy every day from now on."
Chu Ruofu lowered her eyes and pursed her lips, not responding to his promise.
Lu Xubai did not hear her reply. Disappointment flashed in his eyes. He felt depressed. The joy of the date had been completely exhausted, leaving only endless emptiness.
The car fell into a deathly silence.
Lu Xubai started the engine and drove the car back the way he came.
Chu Ruofu is like a sweet and fragrant cotton candy, soft and seemingly easy to bully. However, once she falls into the sweet trap, no matter how much she struggles or makes moves, it's useless.
Neither force nor gentleness worked; he was like a dog eyeing a bone in front of her, losing all reason as soon as his owner let him smell the fragrance.
Back at the Heartbeat House, Chu Ruofu lowered her eyes, hugged the roses, and followed behind Lu Xubai.
The two parted ways in the living room. On her way back to the bedroom, Chu Ruofu felt a mix of emotions. Faced with the advances of a handsome and capable male guest, it was impossible for her not to be moved at all.
When faced with only one choice, one should choose the one they like best and that is most suitable.
Chu Ruofu's mind was in a jumble of thoughts, and she didn't notice anyone in front of her. When she saw who was waiting for her under the corridor, a hint of joy appeared in her eyes, followed by a little nervousness.
Gu Junsheng's gaze fell on the roses in her arms, and he asked casually, "Did Lu Xubai give them to you?"
His voice was calm and indifferent, revealing no emotion.
Chu Ruofu felt inexplicably guilty and whispered, "Mm."
Gu Junsheng knew that Chu Ruofu was surrounded by wolves, and he needed to be vigilant at all times.
Even though he desperately wanted to throw away the roses in her arms and not want any other man's things to be tainted with her scent, he could only endure it to avoid upsetting her.
"You like this kind of rose?" he asked meaningfully.
Looking at his handsome face and aloof expression, Chu Ruofu said, "I prefer white roses, which are pure and flawless."
Seeing her desperate attempt to survive by saying she liked white roses, Gu Junsheng's eyes flashed with a very faint smile. He said, "Don't be afraid, I didn't mean to question you."
Chu Ruofu's heart trembled slightly. Men are all stingy. Gu Junsheng may seem aloof and abstinent on the surface, but he is very domineering in bed. He won't stop until he has drained her dry, and he even has to coax her to do difficult things.
"How long have you been waiting here?" she asked.
Gu Junsheng didn't tell her that he was in the Heartbeat House today, and the thought of her dating other male guests had made him restless all day.
Li Yichen and Lu Xubai are formidable rivals. Li Yichen is witty and humorous and has a great rapport with her, while Lu Xubai is passionate and assertive towards her, and his straightforward affection is easy to win over a woman.
Even though they had taken their physical relationship to the next level, he still felt uncertain. Being in a subordinate position emotionally, he was constantly worried that she might change her mind.
"It's been a long time." Gu Junsheng asked casually, "Are you tired?"
Chu Ruofu said, "I'm not that tired."
Gu Junsheng grasped her wrist and said, "Let's sit down for a while and chat."
Chu Ruofu responded and let him lead her to the viewing balcony on the second floor of the Heartbeat House. The two sat side by side on a swaying long wicker chair.
Gu Junsheng put the roses in her hand aside, reached out and put his arm around her waist, pulling her into his arms and leaning against her.
Chu Ruofu's heart pounded faster. She turned to look at his profile. He looked natural, as if the two of them were meant to be this intimate.
Gu Junsheng was always taciturn. As he said, he would only talk more in front of people he was interested in. "Where did you go today?"
Chu Ruofu honestly confessed that she and Lu Xubai went to a bookmark making shop, spent the afternoon making bookmarks together, and then went to a special Chinese courtyard restaurant for dinner before returning home.
The man's large hands were wrapped around her waist, burning hot. She couldn't help but recall that night, how his hands had controlled her waist, leaving no room for retreat or escape.
Chu Ruofu leaned against his chest, which carried a cool, woody fragrance, her cheeks flushed.
Gu Junsheng looked down at her, who was nestled in his arms, her cheeks flushed with a faint blush. His thin lips curved slightly, and his voice was deep: "Why is your face so red?"
Chu Ruofu looked up at him: "Is that so?"
Gu Junsheng stroked her delicate cheek with his long, slender fingers and said, "It's as red as an apple, making one want to take a bite."
Chu Ruofu's eyes widened: "No way."
He actually tried to bite her; if he left a mark, how could she ever face anyone again?
I forgot to check if there were any security cameras here. What if the audience sees her hugging Gu Junsheng?
Seeing her looking around nervously, Gu Junsheng said, "I've checked, there are no surveillance cameras."
Chu Ruofu breathed a sigh of relief.
Gu Junsheng lifted her chin and lowered his head to kiss her lips.
The man's thin lips were warm, gently caressing her lips. She couldn't help but slightly part her lips as he entered her gently yet forcefully, entwining his tongue with hers and savoring the sweetness in her mouth.
Chu Ruofu nestled softly in his arms, tilting her head back, her breath filled with his scent.
Gu Junsheng took a small bite and then stopped, his gaze fixed on her.
Chu Ruofu was too embarrassed to meet his gaze, her long, black eyelashes, like raven feathers, drooping and trembling slightly.
"Where do you want to go on your date?" he asked in a hoarse voice.
Chu Ruofu said, "I haven't explored Suzhou yet, and I'd like to go out and have a look around."
Gu Junsheng gave a faint "hmm" and said, "I understand."
The two chatted for a while, and then Gu Junsheng escorted her back to her room. Before going to bed, Chu Ruofu received a message from him saying goodnight and telling her to get some rest.
Chu Ruofu also sweetly replied with a goodnight.
The emotional value brought by love was indeed sweet; she experienced a different kind of joy.
The next day, Chu Ruofu habitually woke up at the time notified by the production team, dressed up, and went to the appointment. When she saw Gu Junsheng in a formal suit, wearing gold-rimmed glasses on his high nose, he looked mature and noble.
A smile played on her lips as she strode quickly toward him in her high heels, like a frolicking bird.
The viewers in the live stream noticed something fishy.
The relationship between the female lead and the male lead has progressed significantly.
[President Gu and Sister Fu seem to be really in love; they really have the vibe of a couple.]
The older CEO and the younger girl are such a sweet couple; even their eye contact is adorable.
Where will Mr. Gu take Fu Mei on her date today?
Gu Junsheng and Chu Ruofu arrived at the ferry dock together. A boat slowly approached from under the bridge in the ancient town. Gu Junsheng boarded the boat first and reached out his hand to Chu Ruofu. She placed her hand on his and he helped her onto the boat.
The cabin is spacious enough for three or four people to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way in the ancient town.
Sweet pastries and tea were laid out on the tables on the boat. The trees on both banks were lush and green, with white walls and black tiles, making the ancient town a pleasant place.
After the boat had been sailing for a while, it suddenly started to rain. The pattering rain pattered against the boat, and from the boat, one could take in the misty, rainy Jiangnan landscape with its green tiles and dark green walls.
A breeze blew by, and fine rain drifted down. Strands of Chu Ruofu's hair, which fell beside her cheeks, floated in the breeze. She felt the rain and moved further inside.
Today she wore a light-colored cheongsam, her hair was styled in a bun, and the gentle, misty rain made her look like a painting.
Gu Junsheng took off his coat and draped it over her shoulders.
Chu Ruofu looked up at him and gave him a faint smile: "We should check the weather before going out today."
Gu Junsheng said calmly, "A boat trip in the rain has a unique charm."
“I think so too.” Chu Ruofu liked the atmosphere very much. She stretched out her delicate arm and caught the rain falling from the sky.
The early autumn rain was cool, so she quickly withdrew her hand. Gu Junsheng took her hand and used a tissue from the table to wipe it clean for her. She looked at him as he carefully wiped her hands.
This scene is warm and beautiful.
The rain hadn't stopped by the time we were almost at our destination.
Gu Junsheng first used his coat to shield her from the rain. Chu Ruofu nestled in his arms, recalling her first date with him. Fate is truly wondrous.
Once under the eaves, Gu Junsheng bought a light blue oil-paper umbrella, opened it over her head, and used the umbrella to shield her from the wind and rain.
The two were going to visit a nearby temple. After walking for a while, the rain gradually stopped when they were almost at the temple. Gu Junsheng put his slightly damp coat on his elbow, held an oil-paper umbrella in one hand, and draped the coat over his other hand.
The temple is bustling with worshippers, many of whom come to pray for peace, wealth, and marriage.
The two strolled around the temple for a while. The temple sold marriage fortune slips. Chu Ruofu originally wanted to draw a marriage fortune slip, but after hearing that there were many taboos, she gave up the idea.
Gu Junsheng led her into a shop selling cultural and creative products inside the temple and asked her if she had any bracelets she liked. She looked around but didn't find anything she liked. However, before leaving, she did see a special red string.
Upon seeing this, the shop assistant quickly and enthusiastically introduced: "These are red ropes handmade using traditional intangible cultural heritage methods. They come in a pair, one for a man and one for a woman, tied with love beans. Would you like to try them?"
A delicate die holds a red bean, a symbol of deep longing that penetrates to the bone.
Chu Ruofu looked at Gu Junsheng with a hint of excitement.
"Let's give it a try," Gu Junsheng said calmly.
The shop assistant quickly untied the red string, and Chu Ruofu stretched out her hand so the shop assistant could tie it back on for her. Her skin was snow-white, and the red string tied around her wrist made her skin look even whiter and more beautiful.
She looked at Gu Junsheng's hand; beneath his skin, the veins were faintly visible, and the red string tied around his wrist gave off a strange, astringent feeling.
"Isn't it beautiful?" The shop assistant urged the two to buy the pair of red strings: "If you like them, take them."
Gu Junsheng nodded: "Where do I pay?"
The clerk quickly said, "Sir, please pay here."
Gu Junsheng bought a pair of red strings, and the two of them kept them on, their wrists tied with the red strings, looking like the sweetest couple in the world.
Author's note: I haven't been feeling well lately, so updates will be moved to 9 PM and 12 AM.
I'll resume 8 AM in October. This story is expected to be completed by the end of next month. I'll be updating daily on Saturdays and Sundays, so feel free to follow along.
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