Chapter 57.1

Xia Shutong and Yun Feiwu had no clue that the comments section was in total uproar.

But as they watched the content on TV, they didn’t feel embarrassed, only their cheeks flushed.

Luckily, the living room was dark, so it wasn’t obvious.

Xia Shutong peeked at the screen, then lowered her head, stealing a glance at Yun Feiwu’s fingers on the couch.

Very close.

Xia Shutong blushed as her fingers slowly inched towards Yun Feiwu. Just as she was about to touch Yun Feiwu’s fingertips, Yun Feiwu’s hand wavered, and she withdrew.

Xia Shutong: “…”

She lifted her gaze, continuing to watch the TV intently.

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The production team’s promotion for Lu Village obviously worked, as comments like “I want to visit Lu Village”, “The scenery of Lu Village is too beautiful”, and “The villagers are so simple! I love the bonfire party” flowed across the screen…

After the party, the first half of the second episode ended. The last frame before the advertisement was the silhouette of six people in front of Moon Lake.

Old Master Xia, who had been silent all afternoon, finally spoke: “The scenery here isn’t bad.”

Xia Shutong pursed her lips and responded, “Grandfather if you like it, our family can visit this place sometime.”

Old Master Xia responded with a nonchalant “Hmm”, then fell silent again.

This was acceptance of Xia Shutong’s peace offering.

Seeing this, Xia Shutong and Yun Feiwu exchanged a glance, each understanding the other.

After the advertisement was the day after the dance.

That day was the first day Xia Shutong and Yun Feiwu officially became a couple. If Xia Shutong remembered correctly, they did almost nothing that day, only rowing a boat.

And because something had just happened between her and Yun Feiwu the night before, they were both very restrained that day. But in the recording, why did it seem so strange?

First, when it was time to board the boat, Yun Feiwu stepped on first. Habitually, she turned her head and extended a hand towards Xia Shutong, gently pulling her onto the boat. Their hands parted as soon as they touched, the contact lasting less than two seconds.

Neither of them noticed at the time, but their movements were so fluid, and their gaze when they made eye contact was so affectionate. The feelings that unintentionally seeped out were simply irresistible.

So, in the following scenes, despite Xia Shutong and Yun Feiwu not having any intimate contact, and barely speaking to each other, they gave everyone the impression that they were in love.

It wasn’t a sour feeling, but it was too sweet, the sweetness almost spilling out of the screen.

At this point, not only did the barrage explode, but Old Master Xia couldn’t bear it any longer. He stood up abruptly and glared at the two: “I’m going to rest in my room.”

“Grandfather?” Xia Shutong stood up confused.

Old Master Xia didn’t respond to her and walked straight up the stairs.

The old fox was inexplicably angry again.

Xia Shutong was worrying about whether to give in again and appease the old man when Xia Hongye started laughing heartily.

“Hahaha, Xia Shutong, you’re awesome, you made grandfather angry and left. Hahaha…”

Xia Shutong rolled her eyes.

Instead, Yun Feiwu opened a can of drink and handed it to Xia Hongye, speaking softly, “Sister Xia, do you know why grandfather is angry?”

Xia Hongye’s laughter stopped, she straightened up, squinting her eyes and scrutinizing Yun Feiwu for a while.

Yun Feiwu maintained a gentle smile all along, the curve of her lips just perfect.

Xia Hongye didn’t really understand Xia Shutong’s affairs. Until today, Xia Hongye didn’t know that Xia Shutong’s “cherished one” in her golden house turned out to be Yun Feiwu.

Although a bit shocked, Xia Hongye didn’t find it repulsive, even though their interaction was quite comfortable. And now, Yun Feiwu talking to her alone, didn’t have that cold vibe she displayed on TV.

Who wouldn’t like a gentle and beautiful lady? Anyway, Xia Hongye likes her.

After taking a glance, Xia Hongye smiled, squinting her eyes and saying, “Yun Feiwu, tell me, why you and Tong Tong invited Grandfather to watch TV with you today.”

“Grandfather is feeling a bit down, and we wanted to cheer him up,” Yun Feiwu replied honestly.

“Do you know why Grandfather is feeling down?” Xia Hongye clapped her hands and waited until she had the attention of both before continuing, “It’s because you two have been secretly dating without telling him.”

Unlike Xia Shutong, Xia Hongye was better at reading people’s emotions despite her lack of talent in business. Early that morning, when Xia Yuansi mentioned Xia Shutong was using company resources to support Yun Feiwu, Xia Hongye, who had been eavesdropping on the stairs, noticed the change in Old Master Xia’s mood. That’s why she intervened so timely.

Furthermore, Xia Hongye didn’t consider conflicts of interest. For her, if Old Master Xia was in a bad mood, then he was in a bad mood. It had nothing to do with him being a shrewd businessman.

“We know,” Xia Shutong said, puzzled.

“Yes, you know the reason why he’s angry, so you wanted to make amends and invited him to watch the show, right?” Xia Hongye asked.

They both nodded.

This time, Xia Hongye laughed on the sofa for a while before straightening up and gasping for breath, “But in the show, you’ve been shamelessly showing your affection — every display of affection is like stabbing Grandfather in the heart. How could he not be angry? Hahaha.”

Xia Shutong and Yun Feiwu exchanged a glance and blinked simultaneously.

It seemed that was the case.

After all, they had no experience in “cheering up their elders,” so it was normal to make their first mistake, right?

“But you guys don’t need to worry too much,” Xia Hongye finished laughing and stood up, dusting off her hands. “You know what Grandfather is like, Tong Tong. How long can he hold onto this? Maybe he even sneaks off to watch the show himself once he gets back to his room. Well, I’m going back to gaming, so I won’t bother you two anymore.”

“Continue watching?” Now, only the two of them were left in the living room. Yun Feiwu no longer sat upright, boldly draping her arm around Xia Shutong’s shoulders.

Xia Shutong nodded, staring at the screen, but she was unable to concentrate on it.

All she could think about was what happened between her and Yun Feiwu in their room on the night of the show’s filming.

During those few days in Lu Village, because they had just gotten together and there weren’t many filming tasks, they spent almost every night doing some, let’s say, less than proper things.

So much time had passed that Xia Shutong had almost forgotten about it. But now, looking at the familiar scenery on the screen, it felt like she was back there again.

Xia Shutong leaned into Yun Feiwu’s embrace. Her gaze drifted from the projector screen, noticing the dim, intimate lighting around them. She felt her strength gradually slipping away.

“Maomao, I’m tired,” Xia Shutong tugged at Yun Feiwu’s sleeve, “I want to… sleep.”

She wondered if Yun Feiwu had understood the implication of her words.

Yun Feiwu softly responded with a hum, shutting off the television, “Shall I carry you back to the room?”

Xia Shutong’s heart tightened involuntarily, her fingers clutching Yun Feiwu’s clothes.

Yun Feiwu’s arms were strong, and steady as she lifted her. Xia Shutong buried her head in her chest, feeling her face growing hotter.

Once they reached the room, Yun Feiwu gently placed Xia Shutong on the bed, efficiently helping her change before carrying her to the bathroom to wash up. Everything flowed effortlessly, and even Xia Shutong didn’t feel as embarrassed as before.

However, when they returned from the bathroom and cuddled up under the blanket, Xia Shutong willingly turned off the light.

“Ruan Ruan, goodnight.”

With that, she obediently closed her eyes.

Xia Shutong: “???”

Had the wolf cub changed her nature?

Had she misunderstood her hint, or was she not interested in that way?

Xia Shutong nestled in Yun Feiwu’s arms, closing her eyes and nearly falling asleep, yet the little wolf cub showed no reaction at all. Unable to restrain herself any longer, Xia Shutong nuzzled against Yun Feiwu’s neck with a blush on her face.

In a soft voice, she asked, “Maomao?”

This was an apparent hint.

A few seconds later, Yun Feiwu struggled to open her eyes, murmuring, “Hmm?”

Her voice was unbelievably soft, akin to the unconscious whimper of a puppy.

In the darkness, Xia Shutong looked up, catching sight of a pair of twinkling eyes.

She couldn’t decipher Yun Feiwu’s expression in those eyes, but she sensed that Yun Feiwu seemed genuinely exhausted. Her eyes shimmered brightly, and the endearing mumbling sounds from her throat made one want to caress her.

“Maomao, did you fall asleep just now?” Xia Shutong inquired in a low voice.

“…Hmm.” Yun Feiwu mumbled before nuzzling again against Xia Shutong’s chest, “Ruan Ruan, I’m sleepy.”

Xia Shutong softened, not daring to move. After a long while, she began to stroke Yun Feiwu’s head, only to discover that the little wolf cub had fallen asleep again.

Xia Shutong was surprised.

Yun Feiwu was always energetic. Why was she so sleepy today? Could it be because of their afternoon activities?

It couldn’t be, right? She was much gentler than the little wolf cub, they only did it once in the afternoon. Unlike the previous night, when they finally returned home from the prairie Yun Feiwu almost kept her up all night.

Xia Shutong was oblivious that Yun Feiwu, having heard her audio message and the phone call with Xia Yuansi last night, barely slept and woke up past six in the morning. She went to the Xia Family’s Old Mansion and spent the afternoon with Xia Shutong, and was now exhausted.

“Good night, Maomao.” Xia Shutong didn’t give it much thought, hugged Yun Feiwu tighter, and whispered.