Chapter 42: Unclear

Chi Yizhen said this in a lighthearted manner, but he had a smile that seemed both sincere and insincere, leaving He Tiao momentarily unsure of the nature of these words.

[Oh my god! I feel like I heard this conversation from my parents before, hahaha!]

[E God! Please stop looking so bewildered! Your wife wants you to buy a villa!]

[Considering General He’s current position as a barbecue vendor, he probably can’t afford a villa… Isn’t he a young master who ran away from home?]

[What’s wrong with being a young master? Even his mother recognizes him now! Is it too much to ask for him to buy a villa?]

[He Tiao, I advise you not to be so unappreciative. You better make arrangements for our Chi Chi’s villa!]

[What’s happening in the comments? Are they the in-laws and the parents from both sides of the family who can never see eye to eye?]

The chatty auntie was still enjoying the spectacle. He Tiao stood in front of the sugar painting, pondered for a while, and decided to give it a try himself.

Chi Yizhen was a bit surprised.

The boss and the individual instructors were there, after all. They had been queuing for so long, and many people’s first attempts at making sugar paintings were simply unbearable.

But He Tiao only needed to see the boss demonstrate once, and he got the hang of it. He even asked Chi Yizhen, “Do you want a courtyard?”

Chi Yizhen lowered his gaze. “Don’t all villas have courtyards?”

[Hahaha, this couple’s quarrel (flirting) is so normal.]

[Damn, why is this guy so good at everything? We otaku are not like this.]

[I remember that the original Star Track game was made by just a few people. This guy can model like he’s buying groceries. He’s truly amazing, just too low-key.]

[The way Chi Yizhen looks… so intoxicating.]

He Tiao seemed to chuckle softly, but it wasn’t captured on camera. However, the audience heard his laughter.

The next moment, the camera zoomed in on the details of He Tiao making the sugar painting.

As a beginner, he wasn’t as smooth as the master, but he didn’t need to look at any reference images. In the frame, his face was incredibly serious, and his handsomeness created a natural barrier between him and the onlookers.

[Why doesn’t he post anything on Weibo? It seems like he has great skills, but isn’t he a game developer?]

[It seems like he’s capable of everything. Damn, our E God himself is like a limited-edition game card, and I’ve already come up with a name: SP Card Amusement Park—Your Sugar Painting.]

[It’s a pity you’re not working as a planner for Star Track.]

[Sob sob sob, Chi Yizhen is watching so attentively. I have a feeling he’s really imagining this future.]

[Right now, I feel like one of those chatty children by their side.]

Even the director didn’t expect there would be such a segment. He quietly asked the producer, “Are you sure we didn’t plan this?”

The producer vigorously shook their head. “Of course not, we treat everyone equally without a script, right?”

Their equipment could still capture the situations of the other three couples on their day off. The couple who went to the farmhouse were now quarreling because they couldn’t catch any chickens. The actress and singer went to the aquarium, and the atmosphere seemed quite romantic.

But the split screen with the highest engagement was still Chi Yizhen and He Tiao’s pair.

Today’s series of events were captivating enough to hold people’s attention. And now they were even developing new skills for the guests.

The post-production promotion team directly put up a topic on the entertainment charts, using the flashy cinematography skills that Xianggua was known for, along with a bgm that perfectly matched the fantasies of CP fans. Just by adjusting the playback speed to a fraction of a second, a sense of ambiguity was created. Not to mention, these two didn’t seem quite innocent.

In the live stream, the camera showed a man in a regular trench coat holding a steel spoon, making a sugar painting.

He Tiao naturally exuded a cold aura when he didn’t speak. Originally, this scene was completely incongruous with him, but his temperament was strangely able to harmonize with any down-to-earth object, just like when he was at the barbecue stall.

[This scene suddenly feels so heartwarming.]

[Heartwarming +1]

[What kind of person is He Tiao? He truly has the face of a successful CEO, the type who is rich and handsome and thinks highly of himself. But it seems like he can also endure hardships.]

[A cold-faced warm-hearted man (Chi Yizhen limited edition), that’s all. He’s really cold towards us veteran players, although he still gives us the benefits we deserve, he’s just not as considerate as we imagined (seriously, no sourness here).]

[He’s willing to do anything, and even if the company mandates something, they can’t control him. I’m already excited to see Chi Yizhen and He Tiao whispering by each other’s side, having He Tiao listen to our opinions on improving the new skins hehehe.]

This only took a few minutes, but Chi Yizhen felt like it had been a long time.

Especially when He Tiao handed him the completed sugar painting, their hands brushed against each other’s, creating a momentary tremor in Chi Yizhen’s heart.

Most of the people queuing here were accompanied by children.

Just like the auntie who had just chatted with him, she was also with her granddaughter.

For many children, their childhood memories revolved around amusement parks, various delicious candies, balloons, and the time spent with their families.

But that wasn’t Chi Yizhen’s childhood.

His childhood wasn’t without amusement parks, but it was always for work and photoshoots.

Candies had to be earned by completing certain tasks.

Balloons, toys, and everything else were all props.

Indeed, he spent time with his family, and as a child, he thought it was okay as long as his parents were together.

But this impure happiness didn’t last long for him. In the end, it became a nightmare in the long nights, a shadow that he couldn’t rid himself of even as an adult.

At that moment, he suddenly realized, I have never truly received.

My subconscious choices were merely an attempt to make up for what I had never received before.

The amusement park the protagonist went to in the game was virtual after all. Now, holding a bamboo skewer and looking at the home He Tiao had built for him, he suddenly felt a hint of bitterness in his eyes.

But the camera was still rolling, and Chi Yizhen quickly switched to a smile. He said, “Thank you.”

He Tiao: “Do you like it? Is it big enough?”

Perhaps still affected by the teasing from Chi Yizhen the other day, He Tiao hastily added, “I’m talking about the villa.”

[Oh my god, I was drinking water and I just spit it out.]

[Hahaha, it seems like the aloof god of the Star Track game’s live stream has completely disappeared. Now we have a pure version of him in reality. Help, but he doesn’t seem so pure anymore.]

[So what were the words we didn’t hear that day…?]

[Hahaha, I wouldn’t have thought otherwise if you hadn’t mentioned it. You really make people… think…]

Chi Yizhen took a bite of the sugar painting and nodded with a smile, “It’s big, but not easy to lick. So I’ll just bite it directly.”

[What are you guys even talking about!! (shaking)]

[I know he said the sugar painting is big, but it looks really strange to lick it on camera… I’m blushing, ahh.]

[Chi Yizhen is still composed, sigh, He Tiao, why are you blushing like that? Let me come up with an excuse for you: the sun is strong today.]

[I bow down to Xianggua for bringing us this perfect couple.]

He Tiao didn’t know what to say for a moment.

He pursed his lips and turned his face away, unable to look at Chi Yizhen in that instant.

It wasn’t surprising, considering the memories from that night hadn’t faded at all. He Tiao had been trying hard not to dwell on them, but human nature has a touch of obsession, and a desire for a second chance.

Not to mention, he did have ulterior motives for Chi Yizhen now.

He had said so himself that day.

Chi Yizhen: “Why are you blushing, Cousin? Don’t think too much, it’s daytime.”

He still had the audacity to smile and handed the sugar painting to He Tiao, saying, “You’ve worked hard, so have a bite too.”

[Brother! Chi Chi! Be careful with your teasing, it might cause trouble!!]

[Just when we thought the situation had turned around… MVP is still Chi Yizhen.]

[This feels like riding a roller coaster, constantly jumping between the in-laws and the parents from both sides…]

He Tiao was about to take a bite, but Chi Yizhen spoke again, “Don’t lick it.”

He Tiao: …

[Chi Chi! My fateful Chi Chi, please say a little less. I’m really afraid of what might happen to you at night!!]

[Support the drama!!]

[They’re supposed to be a couple in the storyline, Manager He, remember to put it into practice at night!!]

He Tiao took a bite and furrowed his brow, “It’s so sweet.”

Chi Yizhen replied in a cheerful tone, “What’s wrong with it being a bit sweeter? I don’t want to suffer.”

His tone was light, and then he pulled He Tiao forward, saying, “Let’s go quickly. We can enjoy many attractions.”

He Tiao: “Is the haunted house the same as a ghost house?”

Chi Yizhen turned his head, “Why don’t I remember that you’re afraid of ghosts, Cousin?”

The next moment, he exclaimed, “We had love at first sight and quickly started living together without even having a proper date. Now we have to work hard for our livelihood.”

He Tiao was at a loss for words. Chi Yizhen then pretended to be pitiful and looked at him, saying, “And you even lied to me that you’re a poor guy.”

[What are they acting out now—I’m analyzing E God’s expression.]

[Hurry up and take me on a real date instead of selling barbecue. This is the real romance reality show!]

[Did you notice that we haven’t heard Chi Yizhen call He Tiao “husband” or “cousin”? If I remember correctly, this is the first time he’s called He Tiao by his name in a live stream.]

[Which He Tiao is Chi Yizhen talking to, anyway?]

[Let him become popular! Damn it, let’s kill that brat You Yuxing. He Tiao, go for it! Kill Sheng Xin, and you guys will be happy!!]

【Hello, sisters upstairs… but I also… sincerely hope ying ying ying.】

A barrage of comments flooded the live stream, causing the heat to skyrocket and catapulting it to the top of the overall rankings for all live broadcasts in the same time slot.

In the eyes of numerous onlookers, the tall and handsome man directly embraced the young man who was leisurely walking with sugar paintings from behind.

Chi Yizhen, with a piece of sugar painting still unmelted in his mouth, was suddenly pulled over and kissed squarely.

The sweetness of maltose almost choked at the heart, and this kiss was no longer a light touch but a full-on invasion.

It was as if someone was recklessly charging into his body, thoroughly lingering, and leaving an indelible mark.

Irresistible momentum, something he couldn’t possibly reject.

At the entrance of the haunted house ahead, someone holding binoculars sneered.

“Ah-zhen, what were you pretending to be aloof about earlier?”

Author’s note:

I’m here!!