Chapter 29: The Refined and Aloof Beauty is Scolding Someone! I’m Thrilled!

The crowd surged in waves, and before Lin Xingmian could react, Jiang Zijin pushed him upstairs.

The two of them climbed the stairs and reached the second floor of the church.

Outside the second floor was a terrace, a semi-open balcony that offered a view of both the square and the river in the distance.

The weather was beautiful today, with sunlight shimmering on the river’s surface.

After walking around the outer wall of the second floor, they spotted a staff member sitting in an inconspicuous corner.

When their eyes met, the staff member’s eyes lit up, and he pulled out a small table he had prepared in advance.

On the table were four photos, each depicting a different level of intimacy: holding hands, a kiss on the cheek, a kiss on the lips, and nibbling on the ear—each one more daring than the last.

Lin Xingmian glanced over the four photos, his eyes flickering slightly, his expression dazed.

Was he out of touch with the times? This was a church! Was the production team out of their minds?

Other than the first one, how were they supposed to complete the rest?

Just as he hesitated, a familiar male voice sounded beside his ear,

“What’s wrong? Is this a check-in spot?”

Shen Yan and Lu AnYu had caught up, and Shen Yan casually picked up one of the photos without even looking.

“What’s this? A kiss?”

The staff member immediately announced, “Shen Yan and Lu AnYu’s team has chosen their check-in method. A kiss lasting more than three seconds will be considered a successful check-in.”

“Oh,” Shen Yan replied calmly, placing the photo back on the table.

“Lu AnYu, come here, let’s kiss!” Shen Yan waved at Lu AnYu behind him, speaking loudly.

Lu AnYu’s steps faltered, his expression slightly awkward.

“In broad daylight, you want to…”

Shen Yan didn’t bother arguing. He simply stood on his tiptoes and decisively kissed him.

Lin Xingmian, standing nearby, was slightly flustered, his gaze uneasy.

Meanwhile, Jiang Zijin remained composed, watching the two with interest.

Lu AnYu’s ears turned slightly red, but his lips didn’t falter as he kissed Shen Yan back, his right hand naturally wrapping around Shen Yan’s waist.

The live chat was buzzing with excitement.

【Wow, wow, wow! The Yu Yan Couple is so sweet!】

【Real couples are bold, going straight for the kiss.】

【Do it! Make it earth-shattering!】

【Hahaha, look at Jiang Zijin, his expression is so obvious.】

【Lol, I wonder if he’s taking notes.】

【Are you kidding? Our Brother Jiang is a natural!】

After a moment of kissing, Shen Yan let go of Lu AnYu.

“Shen Yan and Lu AnYu’s team, check-in successful!” The staff member was visibly excited, looking as if he had just eaten a piece of candy.

Then, his expectant gaze shifted to Jiang Zijin and Lin Xingmian.

Shen Yan and Lu AnYu, having successfully checked in, didn’t leave and instead stood by to watch the show.

For some reason, Lin Xingmian felt an indescribable pressure.

Shen Yan and Lu AnYu had been so decisive. If a couple with three years of experience was like this, then what about them…? What should they choose?

Moreover, they were supposed to be newlyweds!

Lin Xingmian’s fingers twitched slightly, his mind momentarily blank.

Seeing him hesitate, Jiang Zijin lazily raised his hand, his slender finger pointing to the last photo.

“We’ll choose…”

The staff member’s eyes lit up, about to announce their choice.

But just then, Jiang Zijin’s raised right hand was suddenly pressed down by a firm force, forcing it to move to the left.

Lin Xingmian looked at him with a kind smile, her gentle tone laced with a hint of danger,

“Didn’t you say your ears were uncomfortable these days? Shall we switch?”

Jiang Zijin curled his lips, leaning close to her ear, his voice low and hoarse, “No need, I’ll just bite you. Mianmian’s ears are so white and soft, they feel amazing~”

“Hold on tight later, don’t tremble as soon as I bite.”

The warm breath fell on her ear and neck, sending an inexplicable tingling sensation.

His suggestive words replayed the memories of that night.

The only time, and the most humiliating time, was when he bit her ear and forced her to look at the floor-length mirror.

Lin Xingmian clenched her teeth, her fair face flushing red (from anger), and the remaining words struggled to come out of her throat,

“Don’t even think about it, you pervert!”

The experienced onlookers nearby simultaneously coughed lightly, their ears turning red.

Meanwhile, the barrage of comments exploded.

[Holy crap! My kink is activated!]

[The refined and aloof beauty is swearing! I’m so turned on!]

[I knew this guy was a pervert! Ahhh, let me at him!]

[Mommy, what is this? A refined beauty and a wild little dog coming to life!]

Their gazes met in the air, and finally, Jiang Zijin chuckled softly, loosening his grip slightly, and pressed the first picture with his finger.

The staff member looked slightly disappointed but still dutifully said, “Lin Xingmian and Jiang Zijin’s team has chosen the check-in task. Holding hands for more than ten seconds will be considered a successful check-in.”

Lin Xingmian breathed a sigh of relief and took the initiative to hold his hand.

Jiang Zijin raised an eyebrow, his fingers slipping between hers, interlocking their hands.

Shen Yan, standing nearby, watched them like wooden statues, simply holding hands, and said in disbelief,

“We waited so long, and this is what we get to see?”

Meanwhile, Lu AnYu scrutinized Jiang Zijin, finding it all quite miraculous.

From different angles, Jiang Zijin appeared differently.

As the team’s investor, Jiang Zijin was always decisive.

Once a goal was set, achieving it would bring generous rewards, and surpassing it would bring even greater rewards.

Their team never lacked money or rewards.

However, if they failed, there would be a storm during the summary meeting.

Just the written summary had to be over 3000 words.

The reason their team became so popular back then was also due to the boss’s behind-the-scenes efforts.

Jiang Zijin was actually not easy to get along with—a ruthless and pragmatic businessman, a leader who clearly distinguished between rewards and punishments.

No matter how much liquid cash he had, no matter how many trophies they won, it never caused much emotional fluctuation in him.

Until he joined this variety show, the sense of a living person was overwhelming.

God knows how surprised he was this morning when he received breakfast bought by the big boss!

The difference before and after was so stark that he even suspected the boss had been replaced.

Shen Yan tugged at his hand, and Lu AnYu snapped out of it.

Shen Yan whispered something in his ear, and Lu AnYu’s gaze returned to the two of them, revealing a meaningful smile.

“OK, let’s go.” The two of them quickly agreed, immediately turned around, and sneakily walked out onto the terrace.

By the time Lin Xingmian and Jiang Zijin finished their check-in, the two of them had already disappeared.

“Where are they?” Lin Xingmian scanned the surrounding tourists but didn’t see them.

“I don’t know, probably they wanted some alone time,” Jiang Zijin said casually.

Lin Xingmian didn’t suspect anything and just quickened his pace, following the crowd downstairs.

Meanwhile, the live stream audience could freely wander between various live streams, and many went to Shen Yan’s stream to observe the situation.

At that moment, Shen Yan and Lu AnYu had just bought their tickets and boarded the bell tower.

The view before them was breathtakingly beautiful, with the entire canal and the cityscape of Venice in full view.

However, the two were temporarily indifferent to the scenery, searching inside and outside the bell tower.

Finally, they spotted a man in a small yellow vest wiping a camera lens in a corner outside.

They quickly scanned through the check-in photos and swiftly completed the hugging check-in task.

“Alright, you can go now,” the staff member waved his hand, wanting to continue filming.

However, the two simultaneously revealed similar mischievous smiles, with one holding down the staff member and the other taking all the photos.

Shen Yan carefully examined a few of the cards, leaving only one on the small table.

As the camera focused on the small card, the chat exploded.

[OMG, is this something I’m allowed to see?]

[Thanks to Mom Shen for delivering this super sweet candy to the CP fans.]

[Who’s the next CP to the bell tower? Could it be my Jin  Sleepless?]

[Ahhh! I just came from that live stream, Lin Xingmian and the others are preparing to go upstairs!]