Chapter 27: Sorry, I’m Allergic to White Lotus

Bai Ruoruo took a container of seafood porridge from the restaurant and headed over to see Shen Mingxuan.

“Mingxuan-ge, I made this porridge especially for you. Try it, it’s very nutritious.”

“Ruoruo, you shouldn’t have. Your hands are meant for playing the piano, not doing this kind of rough work,” Shen Mingxuan said, deeply touched.

Bai Ruoruo looked at him with affection. “For you, Mingxuan-ge, I’m willing to do anything. The porridge has gotten a bit cold; let me warm it up for you.”

Shen Mingxuan was initially lost in Bai Ruoruo’s tenderness but suddenly realized something as he watched her walk toward the kitchen. “Don’t go in there!”

But it was too late. Bai Ruoruo had already entered the kitchen, where she saw a dark pot bubbling on the stove, emitting a strong, unpleasant smell of Chinese medicine.

This is… boiled herbal medicine?

Bai Ruoruo clenched her fists, her expression turning sour.

Shen Mingxuan, who had hurried over to stop her, looked awkward and embarrassed.

After being humiliated at the hospital, feeling that the doctors and nurses were mocking him for his weakness, Shen Mingxuan couldn’t bear staying there any longer and immediately discharged himself to go home.

That night, he tried to fix the problem himself.

But whether he tried on his own or with the help of a hired escort, nothing worked—he couldn’t get it up!

Overwhelmed with shame, frustration, despair, and self-loathing, Shen Mingxuan couldn’t shake off what Jiang Mi had said. Desperate, he secretly consulted an old Chinese medicine doctor.

It turned out that Jiang Mi was right.

After careful consideration, Shen Mingxuan discreetly bought medicinal herbs through three separate assistants and brewed the concoction at home.

But he didn’t expect Bai Ruoruo to catch him the very first time he brewed it.

Bai Ruoruo turned and hugged Shen Mingxuan, her voice trembling with tears. “Mingxuan-ge, it’s all my fault. If I hadn’t upset Mimi, she wouldn’t have taken it out on you and said those things to mess with your mind.”

Shen Mingxuan froze for a moment but quickly responded, “I was indeed angry and irrational because of her. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have been boiling medicine like this. But it’s not your fault—it’s Jiang Mi who’s gone crazy!”

“Sniff, sniff… It’s my fault. I knew you had a childhood engagement with Mimi, but I still couldn’t help falling in love with you.”

“Fool, it’s not your fault. That childhood engagement was just something the elders mentioned casually. No one’s talked about it in years; everyone’s forgotten about it.”

Bai Ruoruo shook her head, tears streaming down her face. “No, it’s all on me. I’ll tell the director that I’m withdrawing from the reality show. I’ll even give up the third female lead role in The Deep Palace to Mimi as compensation.”

Hearing Bai Ruoruo’s words, Shen Mingxuan couldn’t help but picture Jiang Mi’s stunningly beautiful face.

If only Jiang Mi could be as sweet and obedient as Bai Ruoruo… Marrying her wouldn’t be so bad after all.

The thought sent a shiver through Shen Mingxuan, and his blood began to boil with uncontrollable desire.

The idea of having both Jiang Mi and Bai Ruoruo, of enjoying the best of both worlds…

“Ruoruo, don’t overthink it. Go ahead with the show and keep your role. What’s yours is yours.”

“But… I already gave the role away.” Bai Ruoruo stuck out her tongue playfully, looking innocent and cute.

“Silly girl, you’re too kind. Even if you give her the role out of the goodness of your heart, with her vengeful nature, she won’t appreciate it,” Shen Mingxuan said, narrowing his eyes. “I know the director of The Deep Palace. I’ll give him a call and get the role back for you.”

Bai Ruoruo blushed, “Isn’t that a bit of a hassle for the director?”

Shen Mingxuan thought for a moment. “You’re right. You’re always so considerate. I’ll personally talk to Jiang Mi about this.”

Jiang Mi loved him deeply.

As long as he was willing to turn back to her, she’d do anything he asked.

Early Saturday morning, everyone gathered at the Love Nest.

Lu Yu excitedly shared a funny story from a car show she attended recently, and even Chen Wanru seemed interested, leaning in to listen.

Bai Ruoruo cheerfully greeted them, “Mimi, good morning!”

Jiang Mi glanced at Bai Ruoruo with a slight smile and responded coolly, “Good morning.”

Seeing Jiang Mi acknowledge her, Bai Ruoruo immediately tried to link arms with her, but just as she was about to make contact, Jiang Mi pulled away.

Bai Ruoruo’s eyes reddened, on the verge of tears. “Mimi?”

Jiang Mi smiled politely. “Sorry, I’m allergic to white lotuses.”

[Commentary Section]

• Haha, I was just wondering why Jiang Mi was being so nice to Bai Ruoruo today. Turns out she was just setting her up!
• LOL, our Mi-jie isn’t just allergic to white lotuses; she’s also allergic to green tea!*
• Even when she’s being sassy, our sister is stunning. With that face, everything she says is beautiful.
• Jiang Mi is so rude! Bai Ruoruo was just being nice, and Jiang Mi won’t even give her face. Where are her manners?
• Mi-jie: I have no manners, thank you very much!
• I bet Bai Ruoruo came over to say hi on purpose, waiting for Jiang Mi to ignore her so she could play the victim.

Bai Ruoruo didn’t disappoint. After Jiang Mi brushed her off, she immediately put on a pitiful expression, looking as if she was about to cry.

Shen Mingxuan couldn’t stand to watch.

If they became sisters in the future, Jiang Mi would bully Bai Ruoruo every day. He couldn’t let that happen.

Rules needed to be set early.

Shen Mingxuan frowned as he approached, his voice carrying a hint of authority. “Jiang Mi, Ruoruo is kind-hearted and always thinks of you. Don’t be ungrateful. Show some restraint!”

Jiang Mi nearly rolled her eyes at Shen Mingxuan’s protective stance, but suddenly, she caught a faint whiff of Chinese medicine in the air.

“Actor Shen, I was wondering why you seemed so full of energy today, defending Bai Ruoruo. Turns out, you drank the medicine I prescribed and finally cured your weakness.”

Everyone: “!!!”

Wow!

All eyes immediately focused on Shen Mingxuan.

His face turned alternately pale and flushed, and just as he was about to scold Jiang Mi, the usually cold and quiet Gu Chuan unexpectedly chimed in, “You’re looking good, seems the medicine worked well.”

Shen Mingxuan’s face darkened, glaring at Gu Chuan with extreme displeasure, but after a moment, he couldn’t find any words.

If Cheng Lin or Fu Li had made that remark, Shen Mingxuan would have immediately snapped at them to shut up!

But Gu Chuan was different. His bloodthirsty and menacing aura was terrifying.

[Commentary Section]

• Haha, I’m dying of laughter. I never expected Gu Chuan, the man of few words, to be the first to roast Shen Mingxuan.
• What’s so surprising? It’s husband and wife teamwork! Our Mimi was being picked on, so of course, Chuan-ge has to step up to protect his wife.
• But this pretty much confirms it, right? Actor Shen himself just validated that Jiang Mi’s prescription is effective, which indirectly proves that his condition was real!

Jiang Mi’s smile grew even brighter and more beautiful as she listened to Gu Chuan. “So you smelled it too?”

Gu Chuan nodded slightly. “It’s quite strong.”

Everyone else: “??? Smelled what?”

Shen Mingxuan, watching Jiang Mi and Gu Chuan flirt right in front of him, felt increasingly uncomfortable.

Jiang Mi used to look at him with those eyes, and now she dared to use that gaze on another man right in front of him.

His male pride was ignited. He had to admit, Jiang Mi’s teasing had worked!

Looking at her, Shen Mingxuan’s lips curled into a confident smile, convinced he would win her back.

Jiang Mi glanced at Shen Mingxuan, her expression filled with disdain. That smile… so revolting.