Chapter 178: Proposal

Seeing Bai Ruoruo’s fierce eyes, everyone knew she still had some trick up her sleeve.

“Ugh, Bai Ruoruo, can you just leave already?”

“What’s the point of this? The confession segment was going so well, and now we have two apologies instead. Such a jinx! Don’t come near my honey.”

“It’s a great day, and I really don’t want to see Bai Ruoruo. Let’s have Brother Chuan or Honey come up instead. I want to see them sweeten the scene.”

“Yeah, I guess we all know they’re together, but until it’s officially announced, it’s like holding our breath.”

“Same here. Bai Ruoruo, get lost. Don’t disturb Brother Chuan and Honey.”

The barrage was unanimously critical of Bai Ruoruo, but she began her performance.

“Once, I envied you because your family background and looks are better than mine. I couldn’t control my jealousy towards you, and with Shen Mingxuan always speaking ill of you…”

“Wuwu, I was deceived by him and did many bad things to you. Jiang Mi, I’m sorry, truly sorry.”

Bai Ruoruo thought it through. Since Shen Mingxuan was already out of the picture, he couldn’t refute her claims.

So she’d pin the blame on him!

She was just a victim of deception!

Bai Ruoruo’s acting was over the top. She cried as she spoke, tears streaming down her face, as if she were genuinely distressed and remorseful.

Jiang Mi, however, watched her with a half-smile, reminding her, “Keep going, don’t stop. Continue crying.”

Bai Ruoruo was at a loss, unable to decide whether to cry or not.

What terrified Bai Ruoruo even more was that Jiang Mi seemed to have seen through everything. But how could that be? This plan was known only to Shen Mingxuan!

Jiang Mi couldn’t possibly know!

After her self-consolation, Bai Ruoruo wiped her tears, tightened her grip on the wine glass, and walked step by step to Jiang Mi’s side, then knelt with a thud.

Gu Chuan quickly wrapped his arms around Jiang Mi’s waist, pulling her into his embrace and avoiding Bai Ruoruo’s bow.

It wasn’t that he couldn’t bear it.

He just found it bad luck.

Jiang Mi exaggeratedly patted her chest, looking relieved that she hadn’t been touched.

Everyone was initially surprised, but with Gu Chuan and Jiang Mi’s reaction, they found it hard not to laugh.

“Hahaha, Honey must be thinking, thank goodness she dodged quickly.”

“Seriously, what’s Bai Ruoruo doing now? Apologizing and then suddenly kneeling? Isn’t that emotional blackmail?”

“Whatever the case, it’s clear she’s up to no good.”

Bai Ruoruo’s face darkened. She had made such a big sacrifice, kneeling and apologizing, only to be insulted by Jiang Mi!

Bai Ruoruo cried pitifully, “Jiang Mi, I’m sorry. I know I was wrong before. Now, I just want to apologize properly and hope you can forgive me.”

“So you’re apologizing to me.” Jiang Mi looked at Bai Ruoruo with a half-smile, “If I didn’t know better, I’d think you were trying to morally blackmail me.”

Kneeling and asking for forgiveness in front of everyone is moral blackmail, isn’t it?

If forgiven, Bai Ruoruo would succeed.

If not forgiven, people would say she knelt down and was still not forgiven—too harsh.

This was indeed Bai Ruoruo’s strategy, but with Jiang Mi exposing it, this tactic was rendered useless.

Bai Ruoruo was angry but had no choice but to continue pretending.

“Wuwu, I really didn’t. I know I’ve done many wrong things in the past, which is why I wanted to apologize to you in such a formal setting. This glass of wine is my way of making amends.”

Bai Ruoruo held up the glass of wine.

“I know I’ve been foolish and done many things unworthy of forgiveness. This time, I’m not forcing you to forgive me; I’m just apologizing. I promise to change and be good to you in the future.”

Bai Ruoruo’s words sounded good.

But the wine in her hand had a clear ulterior motive.

Anyone with a bit of sense could see through it.

Jiang Mi wasn’t an exception but didn’t expose her. Instead, she took the glass of wine, “Alright, I’ll drink this.”

Bai Ruoruo’s eyes reddened with excitement as Jiang Mi took the wine from her hand.

Seeing Jiang Mi raise the glass to drink, Gu Chuan grasped her wrist with disapproval in his eyes.

Others also voiced their concerns, “Honey, this wine…”

Jiang Mi swirled the wine in the glass, its deep red hue reflecting a dangerous, dazzling light.

She smiled slightly and downed the glass.

The show couldn’t start without finishing this drink.

[Jiang Mi, this wine contains a mild dose of both a sedative and an aphrodisiac. It will take about an hour to take effect.]

Jiang Mi replied, “Exchange for a detox pill.”

[Alright, it will cost 100 points.]

“Exchange.”

Jiang Mi didn’t find it expensive at all, considering the total points she had. It was a drop in the ocean.

Others watched with concern, unable to understand why Jiang Mi would drink Bai Ruoruo’s wine.

Only Bai Ruoruo was ecstatic, as if she had already anticipated what was about to happen. She said nothing more and excitedly returned to her original seat.

With no more guests left to go on stage, only Gu Chuan and Jiang Mi remained.

There was no order to it; Gu Chuan held Jiang Mi’s hand, and they both went up to the circular stage together.

A soft halo enveloped them, as if giving them a light, dreamy glow.

Jiang Mi admired Gu Chuan’s features. His dark, narrow, and sharp eyes, high nose bridge, and distinctly cold yet handsome demeanor.

Jiang Mi felt a sweet warmth. Her tall, handsome, and loving boyfriend was finally hers!

During her travels through countless worlds, she had been pursued by many outstanding men, but her heart remained unmoved.

But from the moment she saw Gu Chuan, her heart raced and she felt a stirring affection, “Gu Chuan…”

Before she could finish her thought, Gu Chuan took over, “Honey, actually, it wasn’t just you who fell in love at first sight. I did too.”

Jiang Mi instinctively recalled their first meeting. In the mirror, their eyes met.

Gu Chuan seemed to know what Jiang Mi was thinking, and he smiled gently, “It wasn’t just then, but even earlier.”

This implied their first meeting was not when she first arrived in this world, but even before that?

Suddenly, something seemed to flash in Jiang Mi’s mind, but before she could grasp it, the man before her suddenly knelt on one knee.

A wine-red velvet box opened, revealing a ring inside.

The ancient, sacred silver band highlighted a central azure gemstone, clear and free of impurities. Under the light, the gemstone seemed to contain a mysterious charm.

Jiang Mi’s soul trembled.

This is!

Gu Chuan took Jiang Mi’s hand, his voice solemn, “Jiang Mi, marry me and share everything with me forever.”

While others might only hear Gu Chuan’s deep affection, Jiang Mi knew the true meaning behind his words.

Sharing everything.

Supreme power and glory.

Eternal life and faith.

Jiang Mi looked at Gu Chuan, her peach blossom eyes shimmering with dazzling brilliance. Memories of the past flashed before her—initially attracted by his appearance, then gradually drawn in, and finally falling deeply in love.

Jiang Mi had always been direct. She pursued Gu Chuan with all her effort because she loved him, and once in love, she would hold on for a lifetime.

The disparity in their statuses was indeed an issue.

Inter-species romance between a human and a deity was another problem.

Office romance between an employee and the CEO was also a problem.

But she loved Gu Chuan, and no matter how big the gap, she would work hard to bridge it and keep him by her side.

Besides, Gu Chuan was offering himself willingly. How could she refuse?

“Of course, you are mine.”

“Yes, I will always be yours.”

As Gu Chuan placed the ring on Jiang Mi’s finger, he slowly extended his hand to her.

Fireflies, glowing with bioluminescence, danced in the night sky. Many wildflowers on the hillside bloomed in an instant, filling the air with a rich fragrance.

Everyone present felt as though their bodies and souls were being cleansed, feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Even the viewers in the live stream shared this feeling, a sense of happiness rising within them.

【Ahhh, it’s not a confession, it’s a proposal!】

【Congratulations to ChuanMi, it’s finally official!】

【The CP I shipped is real! I feel a sense of fulfillment and happiness!】

【I don’t know if it’s because I’m so into this CP, but I feel so joyful and full of positive energy!】

【Me too, me too. I even feel physically better, like I’ve taken a great health supplement. Strange.】

As Gu Chuan’s most intimate person, Jiang Mi felt the effects directly. However, she said nothing more and led her fiancé off the stage.

The time and place weren’t right, and there was still the world’s leading lady to deal with. They could address that later.

After the romantic proposal, the dating show’s live broadcast concluded.

After everyone left, a staff member approached Gu Chuan, saying there was something important to discuss with the director’s team. After he left, Jiang Mi was also called out.

Seemingly affected by the wine, Jiang Mi’s face was flushed, her eyes bright and moist, and she swayed slightly as she walked.

In the shadows, Bai Ruoruo watched the scene from afar, her excitement so intense that she didn’t even notice the pain from her nails digging into her flesh.

She planned to

The thatched cottage was where she and Mr. Fu had spent their first night. The room wasn’t big, but it was tidy and had live-streaming cameras installed.

She intended to broadcast everything happening in the cottage, showing everyone how Jiang Mi was being unruly.

Bai Ruoruo became more excited as she thought about it but was worried about being discovered by Jiang Mi, so she waited a while before quietly following.

When she got closer, she noticed something was off in the thatched cottage; it seemed empty. Had the person not done their job?

This could not happen. She needed success tonight!

This was her best and last chance. If she didn’t completely ruin Jiang Mi, she would be on guard and might come after her.

Thinking this, she pushed open the door and was immediately pulled inside by a pair of hands gripping her neck.

【Wasn’t the dating show supposed to end ten minutes ago? Why is it streaming again?】

【Could it be that the show’s team is giving us an Easter egg, but it’s too dark to see anyone?】

【Wait, I think I see a figure. Is that Bai Ruoruo?!】