Yu Heyan noticed Ji Chengyi, who usually didn’t like dairy products, surprisingly replied with a faint smile, “I can try it, I’m a bit thirsty.”

Yu Heyan: …

Yu Heyan unconsciously clenched his fists.

Meanwhile, when Ji Chengyi reached out to take the yogurt from Lin Jindu, Lin Jindu suddenly pulled his hand back.

Ji Chengyi: ?

Ji Chengyi was a bit puzzled, with a confused look in his eyes.

Lin Jin noticed this, pursed his lips, and with a slight force, twisted open the yogurt bottle cap, then handed it to Ji Chengyi, saying, “Here.”

Ji Chengyi was taken aback. He didn’t expect Lin Jindu to help him open the bottle cap. However, he softly said, “Thank you, Lin Jindu.”

Lin Jindu watched him, wanting to say something but ultimately stayed silent, responding with just a “Hmm.”

After the “Hmm,” Lin Jindu prepared to shift his gaze back to the center of the room.

Just as he turned halfway, he paused.

Ji Chengyi tilted his head and took a sip of the yogurt. Although his action was already elegant, some excess white yogurt stained his lip.

Seeing that noticeable white mark on Ji Chengyi’s pale pink lips, Lin Jindu’s breath suddenly hitched.

He found himself surprised by his unexpected reaction but didn’t dwell on it.

Maintaining a composed demeanor, he prepared to shift his gaze away to adjust his breathing rate.

However, just as he turned his head, he noticed a dark camera continuously zooming in on Ji Chengyi.

Furrowing his brows, Lin Jindu quickly grabbed a piece of paper from the table and handed it to Ji Chengyi.

“Ji Chengyi,” he enunciated clearly, though his tone was a bit quick, “At the corner of your mouth.”

Upon hearing this, Ji Chengyi realized that there was yogurt on his mouth.

He politely accepted the tissue handed to him by Lin Jindu.

“Thank you, Lin Jindu,” he said as he wiped his lips and then lifted his chin to ask Lin Jindu, “Is there anything else?”

Ji Chengyi’s lips were very beautiful, with just the right thickness, a rosy hue, and a hint of moisture likely from the yogurt. As the slightly rough tissue passed over his lip, it left a faint pink mark. While this might not be visible from afar, it was crystal clear to Lin Jindu at this distance. Shifting his gaze downward, he caught a glimpse of the delicate Adam’s apple on Ji Chengyi ‘s fair neck, which seemed fragile and captivating as it moved unconsciously, making one almost irresistibly tempted to take a bite.

Lin Jindu: …

After a few quiet seconds, he stiffly averted his gaze, “That’s all,” his voice slightly dry.

【Ah, he’s shy, he’s shy! Who bit me, who bit me!!! Manic screams.jpg】

【Ah, oh no! I’m blushing, everyone! No one mentioned how skilled the CEO couple is at teasing! Nosebleed.jpg】

【What the heck! Isn’t it too tempting to let others see your mouth like that? Lin Jindu, aren’t you tempted? Have you gone through rehab??? Roaring.jpg】

【??? What’s happening? I was watching Xiao Tong’s wife beat up Da Lun-ge and didn’t notice the CEO couple’s situation (eavesdrops)】

【Ah, sisters, quickly check the replay on Weibo! Someone just uploaded the replay on Weibo, ahhh!!!】

【I’m off! Sister, you’re an angel!!】

【I’m back after watching. Now, I have a question I really want to ask everyone—how do I steal the wife of the rich and powerful Lin Jindu?】

【Easy, first earn a trillion like him! Hands on hips.jpg】

Cheng Song, being invited for the first time to host the variety show, couldn’t fully attend to all the guests’ details. It was only when Director Lǐ reminded him that he became aware of the unusual situation between Ji Chengyi and Lin Jindu.

Turning to the two CEOs with a joking tone, he asked, “Lin Jindu, are Ji Chengyi’s lips beautiful?”

Others also turned to look at Lin Jindu with curious eyes, eager for gossip.

The barrage of comments had everyone laughing, making Cheng Song hurry to avoid getting into trouble with Lin Jindu.

However, Cheng Song acted as if he hadn’t seen it and went on to cue Ji Chengyi, “Mr. Ji, is this additive-free yogurt delicious?”

Ji Chengyi understood that this part was an advertisement for the title sponsor and nodded, “Yes, it’s very delicious.”

Knowing that the two CEOs were not to be messed with, Cheng Song wisely moved on after the positive response and recited a lengthy script for the yogurt.

After finishing, Cheng Song began to proceed with announcing the rankings of the tasks just completed.

Yao Tong and the others also put away their gossiping expressions, quietly waiting for Cheng Song to announce the rankings.

Sensing trouble, Chi Xingwen asked, “Will there be a punishment for the last place?”

Cheng Song chuckled, “Little Chí, you can look forward to it.”

Chi Xingwen: …

Not looking forward to it, thank you.

Cheng Song then turned to Ji Chengyi, “Ji Chengyi, who do you think will come in first place for the task we just completed?”

After a brief thought, Ji Chengyi replied, “It should be Mr. Yè and Mr. Dǒng.”

Glancing at the script in his hand, Cheng Song continued, “And, Ji Chengyi, do you think you and Lin Jindu will be punished or rewarded?”

Ji Chengyi’s voice was calm, “I’m not sure. I don’t know the criteria for the ranking.”

Taken aback by Ji Chengyi’s precise response, Cheng Song playfully asked, “If you both receive a punishment, would you be willing to let Lin Jindu be punished alone?”

Ji Chengyi skillfully avoided the trap, “I believe the program wouldn’t punish just one person.”

Cheng Song, not believing this, turned to Lin Jindu, “And what about you, Lin Jindu?”

Lin Jindu succinctly echoed Ji Chengyi’s response, “The same as Ji Chengyi.”

Cheng Song: …

【This is hilarious, Lin Jindu, are you playing along with something new? Laughing and crying.jpg】

【He really is, Lin Jindu listens so well to his wife’s words!】

【Why aren’t they kissing yet?】

Cheng Song helplessly chuckled, “Okay, let’s directly announce the task rankings.”

Everyone waited quietly.

“First, our winners are—” Cheng Song looked at Yè Fēi and Dǒng Shēn, “Yè Fēi! Dǒng Shēn, the couple!”

The others clapped in agreement.

Cheng Song continued, “Next, our second place goes to Yao Tong and Shào Wēnlún, the couple!”

The applause continued from the others.

When the applause subsided, Cheng Song’s gaze turned to Ji Chengyi again, a smile playing on his lips, “And in third place, we have our CEO couple.”

Ji Chengyi and everyone else applauded, their eyes looking at Lin Jindu, “Thank goodness we’re not in last place.”

Lin Jindu didn’t look at him, just responding with a simple “Hmm.”

Cheng Song then announced the fourth place.

As expected, the fourth place went to Yu Heyan and Chi Xingwen.

Chi Xingwen gracefully accepted being in last place, stating, “All the seniors here have strong bonds. Our internship pair is not embarrassed to lose to you all.”

He nudged Yu Heyan’s arm, “Right, Heyan?”

Yu Heyan glanced towards Ji Chengyi, let out an agreeing sound, and emphasized, “Star and I have no emotional foundation. We’re here just to complement the seniors, winning or losing doesn’t matter.”

This statement was directed towards Ji Chengyi, who didn’t even spare him a glance.

Noticing Ji Chengyi’s apparent lack of interest, Chi Xingwen tactfully changed the subject, “So, what punishment will we be facing?”

Cheng Song glanced at the script in his hand, a mischievous smile playing on his lips, “Since we have four guest pairs, the consequences will be shared equally. Apart from the first and second place, the third and fourth place will both face a punishment.”

Ji Chengyi, in third place: ?

Ji Chengyi looked at Cheng Song, his tone composed and dignified, exuding a noble and chilly air, “You didn’t mention that the third place would also face a punishment.”

Having watched the live broadcast earlier, Cheng Song knew Ji Chengyi was adept at wordplay and quick with responses. He swiftly retorted, “But I didn’t say that the third place wouldn’t face a punishment, did I, Jì-zǒng?”

Ji Chengyi: …

Ji Chengyi chose not to speak.

Everything in the show was a setup.

Lin Jindu asked, “What is the punishment?”

Lin Jindu’s aura was completely different from Ji Chengyi’s gentle demeanor, so Cheng Song didn’t dare to banter with him and honestly replied, “It’s simple. Since we just tested the level of care between couples, and you both didn’t pass the test, indicating a lack of care for your partner in daily life, we’ll have Yú Lǎoshī and Lín-zǒng do twenty squats each while hugging your respective partners.”

For Yu Heyan, weighted squats were no trouble at all. However, he had never done squats while hugging someone before. Moreover, he recalled Ji Chengyi’s clear resistance to the waist-holding request earlier. So, he speculated that Ji Chengyi might not be fond of physical contact with others.

Thus, he inquired, “Are there any other punishments?”

Cheng Song responded, “There are.”

Yu Heyan let out a sigh of relief.

However, the next moment, Cheng Song’s mischievous smile continued, “Another punishment is a couples’ pull-up challenge,” as he looked at Lin Jindu and Yu Heyan, “You two can choose between these two punishments.”

Yu Heyan: …

Yu Heyan didn’t say anything, but there was a clear displeasure in his eyes.

Not being able to do intimate exercises with Yi-ge was one thing, but having to watch another man do it was another. It really annoyed him. However, this displeasure was fleeting and not captured by the camera.

Lin Jindu’s attention was not on Yu Heyan, so he naturally didn’t notice his thoughts.

Turning to Ji Chengyi, Cheng Song asked, “Ji Chengyi, what do you think?”

Although Ji Chengyi wasn’t fond of physical contact with others, he wasn’t one to arbitrarily change the rules based on his status.

So he didn’t hesitate much, turning his head to meet Lin Jindu’s gaze, “I’m fine with either.”

He continued, “Since the main force of the punishment comes from Lín-zǒng, let Lín-zǒng choose.”

【How exciting! Good catch, good catch! Lín-zǒng, if you’re a man, choose the pull-ups! Nosebleed.jpg】

【Do the couples’ pull-ups involve hooking the waist?】

【Do they have to kiss during the pull-ups? Peek.jpg】

【What! Is it that spicy? So, can we do pull-ups? Excitement.jpg】

【Choose the pull-ups, Lín-zǒng, do it for me. Smiling.jpg】

【Sisters! Weighted squats also test core strength! Blushing.jpg】

【I feel like it doesn’t really matter what they choose, after all, Lín-zǒng seems like the kind who wouldn’t do that sort of thing. Pouting.jpg】