Forced Cohabitation After a Hit Romance Variety Show with My Rival Actress - Chapter 29

The sheer curtains in the room swayed gently in the breeze, filling the air with a soft, delicate fragrance.

Chi Yu stood at the doorway, her gaze fixed on Gu Yuan’s pristine white back, lingering on the exquisite butterfly-shaped shoulder blades.

Just a minute ago, Gu Yuan had stirred from her slumber, opening her eyes to find Chi Yu standing there. She had immediately asked if Chi Yu was there to give her a full-body massage.

A full-body massage… This had been Lu Wenrui’s idea, but Chi Yu never expected Gu Yuan to actually agree.

And she did look genuinely exhausted.

Chi Yu stood there silently, her fingers gently rubbing the faint ring mark on her left ring finger, before slowly approaching the chaise lounge.

The backrest of the chaise lounge was slightly angled upward, accentuating Gu Yuan’s slender figure as she lay on her side.

As Chi Yu gazed at this beautiful sight, a sudden thought struck her: if this scene were filmed for a movie, it would undoubtedly be a box office hit.

Yet Gu Yuan’s success on screen wasn’t due to her beauty alone. She meticulously studied the logic and human nature within each script, adding her own artistic interpretation and understanding of the characters. The resulting films and television dramas were always meticulously crafted.

In truth, Gu Yuan was a woman of profound intellect. Her beauty was merely an exceptional external attribute.

Chi Yu couldn’t suppress her chaotic thoughts, yet her feet had already carried her to the chaise lounge.

The chaise was spacious, with ample room beside Gu Yuan’s slender waist—enough for Chi Yu to sit comfortably.

A delicate jasmine fragrance lingered in the air. Sunlight streamed through the window, casting slanted rays that illuminated the tranquil space, playfully teasing the dust motes dancing in the air.

Chi Yu inhaled the refreshing jasmine scent and slowly settled onto the edge of the chaise.

Though she sat down carefully, she still brushed against Gu Yuan’s body.

Their body heat transferred through the thin fabric.

The butterfly bones on Gu Yuan’s fair, porcelain-white back were exquisitely defined, her bone structure perfectly sculpted, and her skin as pure as ice and snow.

Seen up close, she embodied the phrase “ice-skinned jade-boned.”

Chi Yu’s fingers twitched slightly, but she didn’t actually lift her hand. Suddenly, her throat felt dry; she wanted some water.

“…”

The person beside her remained motionless. Gu Yuan gently propped herself up on one arm, turned her head slightly, and glanced over. “What’s wrong? Are you worried about something?”

“…”

Sitting in such an intimate setting, it would be a lie to say that Chi Yu didn’t have some romantic thoughts.

Chi Yu knew some things couldn’t be hidden, and she chuckled softly.

“Yes, I have some concerns.”

Gu Yuan: “What concerns?”

Chi Yu leaned forward slightly, raising her arms as if she were about to drape them completely around Gu Yuan’s body.

Gu Yuan’s long lashes fluttered.

Chi Yu’s face still wore a playful smile. Her deer-like eyes curved into crescents, her lips tilted upward, and even the two small dimples at the corners of her mouth deepened with her laughter.

Her arms stretched further, reaching toward Gu Yuan’s ear…

Then, she tilted her head, intensifying her smile until it shone even brighter. “A very big concern,” she said, her voice brimming with amusement.

With that, she grabbed the neatly folded white square towel from the wooden round tea table on the other side of the chaise lounge.

With a flick of her wrist, she tossed the towel with perfect accuracy, completely covering the camera lens.

Live Chat:

Aaaaaah! Not again?!

Seriously? I was too nervous to even type in the chat earlier, feeling so guilty about potentially interrupting their moment. And now you’re really treating us like outsiders?!

Why cover the lens? What are you two doing that you don’t want us to see?!

Exactly! Just now, when I saw Gu Yuan sprawled on that soft couch, I was practically drooling. My sister is just too beautiful, okay? I was really getting into it when Chi Yu walked in, and my sister actually asked Chi Yu for a full-body massage! My heavens, a full-body massage! Do I even need to spell out what that implies?

I was so hyped, practically crowing with excitement, and then suddenly the lights go out?!

Since they suddenly cut the feed, I’m just going to assume my OTP is already rocking the bed. No arguments accepted.

I’m seriously pissed! I had my glasses on and was recording, ready to scrutinize every detail of Chi Yu’s beautiful hands kneading and caressing Gu Yuan’s body—and this is all we get?!

The live chat erupted in fury, but Chi Yu, now hidden from the camera, seemed even more relaxed.

She smiled, then raised a finger to her lips.

“Shh—”

The neatly folded square towel beside Gu Yuan was suddenly snatched away. As it unfurled in the air, the rushing air tugged at the strands of hair framing Gu Yuan’s temples, causing them to swirl gently, one strand even falling across her cheek.

Her beautiful eyes widened abruptly. Following the force of Chi Yu’s wrist, she glanced up and saw the towel falling over the camera lens.

……

Chi Yu hadn’t been trying to hug her after all. Realizing this, Gu Yuan lowered her long lashes, concealing the flicker of disappointment in her eyes.

Chi Yu had even considered the camera.

But in the next instant, Gu Yuan’s eyes widened slightly.

Chi Yu’s finger, which had been pressed to her lips, gently retracted and moved toward Gu Yuan’s cheek.

The warm, dry fingertip landed on Gu Yuan’s cheek, stroking it lightly twice.

Gu Yuan looked up in surprise, meeting Chi Yu’s gaze.

Those eyes were truly beautiful—pure and innocent. But now, Chi Yu’s eyes held a hint of mischief and intimacy, the corners crinkling slightly as her lips curved into a smile.

……

Gu Yuan’s heart pounded. She remained silent as instructed, her long lashes fluttering involuntarily at the sensation on her cheek.

The two women stood facing each other, Chi Yu’s hand gently caressing Gu Yuan’s delicate, fair skin—a touch that perfectly matched the feel of her memories.

This was exactly how Gu Yuan should be in her memories: even the slightest touch would elicit a strong reaction from her sister.

In Chi Yu’s eyes, her sister resembled a startled little animal. Her white, downy fur would cause her to widen her eyes in alarm when Chi Yu’s hand touched her.

Or, when Chi Yu indulged in even more audacious and possessive acts, Gu Yuan’s slender body would tremble slightly…

Chi Yu savored this sensation. She continued to gently stroke Gu Yuan’s cheek, as if caressing a white jasmine flower glistening with dew.

She mouthed the words, “Good girl~”

“……”

Gu Yuan and Chi Yu gazed silently at each other, Gu Yuan’s cheek bearing the warmth of Chi Yu’s fingers.

Neither made any unnecessary movements, yet Chi Yu seemed reluctant to withdraw her hand. The smile in her eyes deepened, and the dimples at the corners of her lips grew even sweeter.

But Chi Yu didn’t notice Gu Yuan’s arm, propping herself up, her fingers trembling slightly before she clenched them into a fist, as if desperately suppressing something.

“……”

Finally, as if she had had enough of this game, Chi Yu’s hand slid down Gu Yuan’s ear, her fingertips tracing the delicate curve of her swan-like neck. Lingering briefly over the graceful bones beneath the skin, her fingers then drifted lightly across the striking lines of Gu Yuan’s collarbone before continuing their descent.

Gu Yuan’s bright eyes widened, and she finally mouthed, “What are you doing?”

Chi Yu saw her, but she showed no intention of stopping her downward caress, nor did she answer the question.

Her fingers continued their slow descent, leaving a trail of warmth like fire kindled on the icy plains.

Gu Yuan propped herself up on one elbow, leaning against the soft cushion of the chaise lounge.

Chi Yu’s hand continued its torturous slide, finally stopping at the microphone clipped to Gu Yuan’s collar.

With a deliberate tug, she silenced the microphone.

Having done so, Chi Yu’s fingers lingered briefly before withdrawing from Gu Yuan’s collar. She then tore off her own microphone.

At that moment, the viewers glued to the live stream erupted:

Oh my god, those two sharp electrical crackles!

Holy sh1t, did the mics just blow out?!

Great, now we can’t even hear anything! What the hell are you two up to?!

I thought if we couldn’t see, at least we could listen. But no, you’re even denying us sound! Are you two about to get married right here and now?!

I declare: my OTP just got married on the spot, went straight to the bridal chamber, and are doing the deed! Thank you!

Upstairs, count me in! I’ll contribute to the wedding gift.

Then I’ll cover the baby’s full-moon celebration.

The Live Chat erupted in a frenzy, its feverish energy a stark contrast to the tense atmosphere in the bedroom.

With both microphones properly muted, Chi Yu finally lifted her gaze, her eyes now brimming with undisguised amusement.

She’s not even pretending anymore.

“Don’t be scared, Sister. I won’t do anything to you.”

Gu Yuan paused, then smiled softly, her voice carrying a hint of playful seduction. “What’s there to be afraid of? You couldn’t actually do anything to me even if you wanted to.”

Chi Yu raised an eyebrow, but feigned nonchalance, idly twirling the cord of her handheld microphone—though there was no need to wind it up.

Finally, Chi Yu set down the muted microphone, braced herself on one arm, and leaned in close, her face inches from Gu Yuan’s.

“Sister, if you didn’t want me to do anything to you, why did you let me give you a full-body massage?”

Their cheeks were pressed so close that their noses seemed about to touch.

Gu Yuan held her position, meeting Chi Yu’s gaze.

Finally, Chi Yu’s crimson lips parted slightly. “I didn’t suggest the full-body massage. If you’re not comfortable, we can have Lu Wenrui do it instead.”

“I just want a massage. I don’t care who gives it to me.”

“……”

Chi Yu narrowed her eyes, tilted her head slightly to avoid their noses touching, as if preparing for a kiss.

She leaned forward, her lips hovering just before Gu Yuan’s crimson ones.

Chi Yu chuckled softly. “Anyone will do?”

“……”

The closeness made their breaths mingle against each other’s pale cheeks.

The proximity also forced Gu Yuan to lower her long lashes, gazing at the person before her.

“Yes. After all, this is a dating reality show.”

She took a deep breath. “I said before that I wanted a change, to meet new people, to experience a new kind of intimacy. Maybe things will be different this time.”

“……”

Chi Yu paused, her gaze dropping to Gu Yuan’s crimson lips. A burning sensation flared in her throat.

Gu Yuan smelled intoxicatingly fragrant, her entire being exuding the rich, sweet scent of jasmine.

But… should I let others smell this?

A smile tugged at the corner of Chi Yu’s lips at the thought.

She suddenly reached out and gripped the back of Gu Yuan’s neck, tilting her head back to expose the pale, swan-like curve of her neck, the tendons stretching into a delicate, defined arc.

Everything happened too quickly. Gu Yuan’s head was abruptly forced upward, her nape still held captive by Chi Yu’s slender fingers. Her chest heaved violently, her breathing becoming rapid and uneven.

Her long lashes trembled slightly, and the watery crimson at the corners of her beautiful, willow-leaf-shaped eyes seemed to glow even more intensely.

“Wh-what are you doing?” Gu Yuan stammered.

Chi Yu continued to hold Gu Yuan’s head, admiring the shimmering light in her eyes.

Suddenly, she laughed. “Sister, didn’t I tell you? From now on, send all your heart-fluttering texts to me when we’re on the show. Let’s play a game. How could you forget so quickly?”

“Play a game…” Gu Yuan swallowed hard. “What kind of game?”

“This kind.”

Before the words had even finished leaving Chi Yu’s lips, her slightly plump lips had already pressed against Gu Yuan’s, as if she wanted to devour the woman who had uttered those words.

The crimson lips trembled slightly, yet a faint, almost imperceptible smile curled at the corners.