Chapter 41: Couples Yoga

【Forgive my ignorance, I’ve heard of yoga, but what exactly is couples yoga?】

【Ladies, I just quickly looked up what couples yoga is, and it really opened my eyes. Quite interesting.】

【I also looked it up, and it turns out the production team is really catering to fans, knowing what we, the shippers, want to see.】

【Who just said that Gu Chuan and Jiang Mi have too much sexual tension for this kind of fresh, innocent setting? Look, the production team immediately arranged a hormone-fueled couples yoga for you!】

【As a yoga instructor, I want to say that couples yoga is much more difficult than individual yoga. Without a certain level of skill, it’s nearly impossible to complete, and it’s very easy to get injured.】

【Haha, Jiang Mi is just a small-town girl, so how could she know yoga? I’m waiting to see her make a fool of herself.】

Soon, Gu Chuan and Jiang Mi arrived at the yoga studio and were led by the staff to the changing rooms to put on their yoga outfits.

The yoga attire was soft and form-fitting, perfectly outlining the girl’s graceful waist and elegant figure, resembling the most noble and graceful swan.

When Jiang Mi emerged, she looked around but didn’t see Gu Chuan. She then did some simple stretches on the yoga mat.

Her arms were delicate and slender…

Her neck elegantly stretched…

She exuded a languid, composed demeanor from the inside out.

【Mimi is truly beautiful. Her movements are casual and relaxed, but there’s an elegance in every gesture.】

【Who just called Mimi a country bumpkin? She’s graceful, composed, natural, and elegant. Such a figure and temperament can’t be cultivated by an ordinary family.】

【Do you remember when Jiang Mi first went viral because of a million-dollar luxury bag? At that time, there were reports saying she was the daughter of a top financial family and was just playing around in the entertainment industry. If she wasn’t happy, she could go back to inherit the family business.】

【At that time, Jiang Mi gained some popularity, but soon there were widespread reports claiming she was being kept by a sugar daddy, and people began to believe she was truly a kept woman.】

【Around the same time, Bai Ruoruo also started gaining popularity. After this incident, she established herself as a wealthy heiress, which quickly made her famous.】

【Yes, shortly after this, it was revealed that Bai Ruoruo’s designer bags were all fakes. Her persona almost collapsed, but she later claimed in the media that her nanny had switched them, creating an image of a pure and kind fairy. It’s really disgusting—just feeding on the public’s gullibility.】

【There are also reports that Jiang Mi was persistently pursuing Shen Mingxuan, the hottest actor in the entertainment industry with a wealthy family backing him. No 18th-tier artist would dare to persistently pursue him. If she did, she’d be blacklisted in a heartbeat!】

【Yes, based on Shen Mingxuan’s status, it would be very easy to blacklist Jiang Mi. But she has been ‘harassing’ him for so long without any action taken against her. There must be something fishy about it!】

【If Jiang Mi is also from a wealthy family, then Shen Mingxuan’s strange attitude would make sense!】

【Don’t let your imagination run wild. If Jiang Mi were really backed by a wealthy family, with her poor public image and constant online criticism, why hasn’t her wealthy family come out to clear her name? Sugar daddies are just sugar daddies; don’t add unnecessary glory to them!】

Jiang Mi was unaware of the online uproar about her background. After finishing her stretches, she looked up and saw Gu Chuan coming out in his yoga outfit.

But this wasn’t changing clothes; it was taking off clothes!

The man was shirtless, his well-defined chest and abs both attractive and alluring.

His muscles weren’t just the result of long hours at the gym but were strong and full of raw power and wildness.

Jiang Mi quickly got up from the yoga mat, disregarding the cold marble floor, and ran over to Gu Chuan barefoot, her pretty brows slightly furrowed. “Did you change your clothes?”

Gu Chuan responded with a low “Mm,” his eyes falling on Jiang Mi’s bare feet.

“Why are you dressed so lightly?”

“Why aren’t you wearing shoes?”

Both of them questioned at the same time.

Jiang Mi only then realized she had run over without shoes. Although it wasn’t a big issue, she was about to brush it off when her eyes suddenly shifted.

She wrapped her delicate arm around Gu Chuan’s neck, and her soft feet stepped onto his broad foot, her voice carrying a hint of flirtation, “It’s a bit cold, so carry me.”

“Okay.”

Gu Chuan tightened his fists, one arm wrapped around her waist and the other supporting her knees, lifting her effortlessly.

Feeling the sudden sensation of weightlessness, Jiang Mi naturally wrapped her arms around Gu Chuan’s neck, her delicate chin resting on his broad shoulder. Her sharp eyes glanced at the filming director and crew.

The filming director rubbed his nose awkwardly.

These two are really something!!!

When Jiang Mi came out after changing clothes, she didn’t realize that everyone around, both men and women, were staring at her with fixed gazes. It was only when Gu Chuan gave them a warning glance that they dared not look any further.

Now, however, when Gu Chuan emerged, Jiang Mi felt a pang of jealousy. Tsk tsk, even a couple doesn’t have this strong of an possessive streak, right?

Gu Chuan carried Jiang Mi to the yoga mat and sat down.

Jiang Mi’s arms were still loosely draped around Gu Chuan’s neck, unwilling to let go. But she knew they were recording a show and that she and Gu Chuan were not really a couple, so she shouldn’t be so indiscreet with him.

Thinking about this, Jiang Mi suddenly felt a bit unhappy.

She needed to find a way to avoid the world’s rules, to make sure she, as a malicious cannon fodder, didn’t fall for the male lead but instead ended up liking the antagonist.

Jiang Mi sneaked another glance at the man’s muscular chest and abs, and her cheeks flushed with a hint of pink.

It seemed she was indeed a bit tempted by Gu Chuan’s physique.

Ahem!

Jiang Mi quickly cleared her mind, not allowing herself to think any further.

At this moment, the yoga instructor came over to guide them through the first yoga pose.

“Now we’ll start with the first pose. Sit cross-legged facing each other, knees touching. The woman wraps her arms around the man’s neck, and the man’s arms lightly rest on the woman’s waist. Calm your mind and slowly breathe in and out.”

Listening to the instructor’s explanation, Jiang Mi was somewhat stunned by the pose. Just thinking about it made her feel tense, and she found the couples yoga pose a bit too embarrassing.

At the next moment, Gu Chuan’s arm gently rested on Jiang Mi’s waist. Noticing her tension and stiffness, his deep, magnetic voice softly whispered in her ear, “Be good, relax.”

Hearing such suggestive words, Jiang Mi’s heart raced. But her nature was to resist, “Don’t hold me too tightly.”

Gu Chuan glanced at Jiang Mi, feeling that the girl in front of him was like a proud yet delicate little wildcat, ready to show her claws if provoked.

His eyes softened as he said, “Okay, I’ll be gentler.”

His voice was deep and husky, with a hint of roughness that made Jiang Mi’s ears tingle.

This man really knew how to get to her.

Jiang Mi’s face flushed again, betraying her feelings.

The two of them embraced quietly.

Soon, the yoga instructor guided them through the second couples yoga pose, which was a bit more challenging and intimate.

The first test was the man’s leg and core strength.

The second test was the woman’s flexibility and balance.

In the current scene, Gu Chuan lay on the yoga mat with his long legs raised high, while Jiang Mi supported her waist on his feet, her calves and arms tightly wrapped around his legs, with her upper body pressed close to his chest.

Their bodies intertwined in the most intimate manner.

Their breaths mingled, and the atmosphere grew more suggestive.

Jiang Mi’s gaze drifted over Gu Chuan’s sharp lips, high nose bridge, and deep black eyes.

In those deep, black eyes, she saw her own reflection, so focused and fiery.

She liked this man.

From the first moment she saw him, she liked him.

Now, seeing his handsome and stern face up close, she liked him even more, to the point of…

“I’ve heard that if you maintain eye contact for more than ten seconds, it might lead to a kiss.”

【Oh my god, is this an invitation? It must be an invitation!】

【Mimi is so proactive, Gu Chuan, if you don’t act now, you’re not a man!】

【Ahhhh, I’m going crazy. Gu Chuan, are you a man or not? If you are, then go for it!】

【Wuwuwu, my love, kiss me, I’m willing!】

【Mimi is Gu Chuan’s, they’re already locked in. Hurry up and kiss her, make this enchanting little devil cry!】

【Gu Chuan, if you don’t act now, I’ll lose respect for you. Sisters, type “Gu Chuan, are you going to act or not” on the screen!】

【Gu Chuan, are you going to act or not!!!】

【Gu Chuan, are you going to act or not!!!】

【Gu Chuan, are you going to act or not!!!】

The barrage of comments exploded with Jiang Mi’s words, and as the target of the invitation, Gu Chuan couldn’t remain calm.

He grasped Jiang Mi’s delicate waist with urgency, gently lowering her from the air, licking his dry lips. He turned to the filming director and said, “Sorry, something urgent came up. I need to go to the changing room.”

Hearing Gu Chuan’s words, Jiang Mi couldn’t help but feel disappointed. Did Gu Chuan dislike her?

But before she could react, Gu Chuan tightly grasped her index finger and said in a hoarse voice, “Come with me.”

Jiang Mi’s eyes widened in surprise, and she stumbled slightly as Gu Chuan led her away.

The filming director was still confused, “What’s going on? Why go to the changing room in the middle of recording? Is the air conditioning too cold?”

Gu Chuan casually responded.

The filming director, somewhat dazed, glanced at the air conditioner. The room temperature was 26 degrees Celsius, which was a suitable temperature for summer air conditioning. However, since Gu Chuan was not wearing a shirt, the air conditioning might indeed feel a bit chilly.

As the filming director pondered this, he saw Gu Chuan and Jiang Mi disappear around the corner.

And then, he was left stunned.

“Gu Chuan, why are you dragging Jiang Mi to the changing room? What are you two going to do?”

The filming director felt like he was losing his mind, especially wanting to rush over and pull Jiang Mi back. But the thought crossed his mind for only a second before he abandoned it. After all, with his small frame, he wouldn’t stand a chance against Gu Chuan’s strength.

So it was better not to provoke him.

And Jiang Mi herself had no objections. Why should he be more anxious than the people involved?

With this realization, the filming director felt a surge of excitement. If a real couple appeared on the reality show, it would be amazing!!!

“Dear viewers, we apologize for the temporary malfunction of our live broadcast equipment. We are currently fixing the issue and will resume the broadcast as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and patience.”

The filming director hurriedly made the explanation and quickly cut the live feed.

However, even with the live feed cut, the barrage of comments continued to go wild.

【Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, sisters, now it’s all about crazy speculation. Who gets it!】

【What the hell, what just happened? Was I dreaming? Someone pinch me!!!】

【Ahhh, I’m going crazy too. Right after Jiang Mi said that maintaining eye contact for ten seconds might lead to a kiss, Gu Chuan paused the live broadcast and dragged her to the changing room. Sisters, is there still any doubt about what they’re going to do?】

【I swear on my ID, if they’re not going to the changing room to do it, I’ll never surf the internet again in my lifetime!】

【I swear on my future happiness, if nothing happens between them, I guarantee I’ll never touch a man in my next life!】

【What the hell, is this a bit too much? I’ll swear too, haha, I’m a lesbian.】

【dododo, no do until the sky falls and the sun and moon are gone, you two better not come out!】

【Ahhh, this time it’s finally real. I love such direct couples, if they say do it, just do it.】

【Hahaha, who was mocking Gu Chuan before for not being capable? This is clearly way too capable. Gu Chuan, you’re a real man!】

【Who said Gu Chuan wasn’t capable? Just look at that muscular waist, one night with seven times is not a problem, Mimi is lucky!】

Meanwhile, Jiang Mi was pulled into the changing room by Gu Chuan.

With a loud bang, the door was firmly shut.

In the cramped, confined space, only their breaths tangled together, gradually heating up.

Jiang Mi’s back was pressed against the cold, hard door, her chin slightly lifted, her eyes shimmering as she looked at the man in front of her.

Gu Chuan’s one hand still held her waist possessively, his gaze fixed on Jiang Mi with an eagle-like intensity. His eyes were dark, deep, and turbulent, as if hiding some terrifying giant within.

One second…

Two seconds…

Three seconds…

Gu Chuan’s thin lips parted slightly, and his deep, husky voice slowly emerged, “After one second of eye contact, I already have the urge to kiss you.”