First Kiss Diary - Chapter 33
Chapter 33 KISSx33
Unfortunately, Jishiyan did not have the opportunity to observe what happened next with the phone, because soon, she seemed to remember that she had previously cast a screen and turned it off.
The man stared at the restored TV for two seconds, then lowered his head, lightly rested his fingers on the towel, and smiled.
How could Jining know that not only did she not fail to cast the screen, but she also cast her phone onto the idol’s TV?
She only knew that her idol’s figure management was truly remarkable.
After saving the picture, she went to sleep contentedly.
The next day was an event hosted by a certain brand, as the brand had sponsored « First Kiss Diary, » so all three couples from the show had to attend.
Since they were attending the event under the show’s name, Jining and Jishiyan were in the same car and got off together.
The car couldn’t go any further, so the artists had to walk to the building, fortunately not far away.
Jining wore a red dress with silver high heels and a wrist corsage, simple yet eye-catching, earning unanimous praise from the staff.
The heels were thin, and as soon as she got out of the car, she felt like she stepped on something, then found her leg unable to move.
Looking down, she realized her heel was caught in a chain by the roadside.
Jining held up her dress, feeling helpless for a moment.
Jishiyan was passing by her when he realized something and turned back to look.
Seeing the situation in front of him, the man furrowed his brow and sincerely sighed, « You’re really something. »
With such a wide road and such a small chain opening, how could she manage to avoid the correct path and step into that small spot?
She looked down at her bright red wrist corsage, feeling her ears heating up, murmuring to herself.
« It’s not all my fault… »
He sighed more heavily, just as Jining was about to sit down helplessly because she couldn’t find a solution, the man had already stooped down helplessly.
He half-knelt, one hand holding her slender ankle, the other trying to pry the stuck heel.
She didn’t feel unsteady because her leg, which had been hanging in the air the whole time, was supported by him.
He really had strong hands, his stiff suit now outlined his visibly defined muscles due to the tension, a masculine charm unique to certain situations, with a hint of elegance.
Her back felt hot, enveloped in warmth.
« Done. »
Finally freeing the shoe from the chain, Jishiyan lifted her leg and casually put the high heel back on her foot.
The girl curled her toes, clearly trying to speak up but seeming unable to find the volume control button, « Thank you. »
He looked at her for a few more seconds, his Adam’s apple rolling as if he wanted to say something, but in the end, he didn’t speak, extending his arm emotionlessly, « Hold onto me. »
« Huh? »
« I don’t want you to get stuck and fall again later, hold onto me. »
She shrugged, « Okay. »
Of course, this scene wouldn’t be overlooked by the biggest fan site for the couple, « Words for Ning. » After taking the picture, the site quickly posted it, igniting enthusiasm with the caption: « Those so-called gentle moments captured, actually just one in a million. » Within half an hour, it had over ten thousand shares.
« I’m suffocating, how about you? »
« Today’s outfit is quite formal, I think we can just get married directly. If no one objects, let’s settle this. »
« Crying while feeling sour but also sweet, I can’t help it, I chose the CP that would sweetly kill me! Jishiyan and Jining, did you hear me! Come sweetly kill me, I’m not afraid. If someone has to get diabetes, then choose me, I can handle it!! »
« The taste of shipping CP, I know it well. »
Meanwhile, the brand’s event also began. Jining wandered around the venue and spotted many familiar faces.
She even saw Han Mi and Tao Xiang.
Han Mi and Tao Xiang were the people she acted with in her first movie. At that time, the three of them were newcomers on set and didn’t know anything. Since the industry was somewhat exclusive, the three girls naturally formed a small group, eating together, rehearsing scripts together, and so on.
Although they weren’t the closest, they got along fine. After all, they had struggled together for five months, relying on each other to endure the tough times, so their relationship was relatively strong.
Han Mi took the initiative to greet her, « Hi, how have you been lately? Everything okay? »
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« Pretty good, » Ji Ning naturally wouldn’t express worry. « Your new drama is going smoothly, right? I saw the news before. »
Han Mi paused for a moment before saying, « It’s alright, but definitely not as good as yours. You have such great resources, both in variety shows and dramas. The one currently airing is a hit, and you even have national endorsements. Your career is really taking off. »
It seemed they had been paying attention to her. Ji Ning pursed her lips and said, « I’ve been lucky. »
« It’s not just luck, » Tao Xiang said as she approached with a glass of wine and tapped her on the shoulder. « The directors you’ve worked with are exceptional. I wonder when it’ll be our turn. »
« It will be. Next time I have the chance, I’ll put in a good word for you guys. »
Tao Xiang’s expression flashed with surprise, she moved her finger holding the wine glass slightly and said, « Sure. »
Actually, Han Mi and Tao Xiang’s reputations in the industry were somewhat controversial, all stemming from the unexpected situation during the filming of « Fireworks Islands » before.
Several months ago, some directors noticed their performances in their debut film « Winter Solstice, » and invited them to participate in their new drama « Fireworks Islands. » Contracts were signed, and the script was even tailored towards them. However, Han Mi and Tao Xiang suddenly quit and joined another crew, sparking a heated discussion and even trending at one point. Many criticized them for being irresponsible and untrustworthy.
Before terminating their contracts, they had approached Ji Ning, telling her about incidents of directorial harassment and differential treatment, hoping Ji Ning would join them in leaving. But at the time, Ji Ning didn’t have better scripts to choose from. Although the drama they switched to offered a lot of money, the storyline was ridiculous, and she couldn’t persuade herself to act in it. Plus, she didn’t feel any harassment.
If she terminated her contract with « Fireworks Islands, » she would have been without work for several months. So after much deliberation, she decided to stay.
She couldn’t define what Han Mi and Tao Xiang did as right or wrong because many things were difficult to judge. After all, women were indeed disadvantaged in some aspects, and she couldn’t let them stay if they were being harassed.
So in the end, she continued filming « Fireworks Islands, » while Han Mi and Tao Xiang left. The crew had to hastily recruit two new actors, one of whom had a wealthy sponsor, and they snatched her scenes, turning the plot into a dual female lead — the drama they just finished filming before joining the variety show.
Although the great script was eventually ruined, Ji Ning didn’t regret her decision. After all, she could only do her best; the rest was up to fate.
After parting ways with Han Mi and Tao Xiang, Ji Ning was called to take photos and ran into Ji Shiyan again.
After the completion of « First Kiss Diary, » they stepped down to give way to another group.
Next up was a woman with permed hair. Ji Ning didn’t remember her name, but she remembered she had acted with Ji Shiyan before.
The woman also raised her hand to greet them and exchanged a few words with Ji Shiyan before turning to Ji Ning, smiling slightly, « I envy you, filming a love variety show with him. »
Ji Ning tilted her head, « But you were his first love on screen, why envy me? »
Ji Shiyan’s first drama was with her, an idol drama that created a myth in its time.
If anyone should be envious, it should be Ji Ning envying her.
Ji Shiyan interjected, « You still remember my on-screen first love? »
« With such a popular drama, hardly anyone wouldn’t know, » the frequent unexpected situations had already honed Ji Ning’s strong ability to adapt.
Ji Shiyan smiled, « Just filming. »
Ji Ning nodded slowly, realizing that her relationship with him was just acting.
But they weren’t portraying characters, they were portraying themselves.
After finishing the brand event, Ji Ning had some free time in the afternoon, so she reviewed the script and pondered about various things.
She rolled over and found the artist she had arranged to draw two Q versions.
One depicted a Q version of a shredder, with countless rumors being shredded inside, revealing the truth, while the girl sat on the control button. This was intended to be used as the profile picture for the rumor clarification machine.
The second one showed a girl looking up and catching stars, which was intended to be used as her alternate profile picture.
The artist finished drawing them in the afternoon, and Ji Ning changed her profile picture. She then urged Song Yu to update the clarification machine’s profile picture.
Just as she finished changing her profile picture, Nono sent her a message, confirming tomorrow’s schedule.
She didn’t have any scenes to shoot tomorrow; she just needed to participate in a magazine shoot, which was a group photo shoot for the promotion of the « First Kiss Diary » variety show.
The theme was « Party Night, » which sounded quite exciting.
Nono asked, « The organizer wants to know if you have any preferences regarding swimsuits? »
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Jining stared at a certain pair of words for a long time: « Swimsuit? »
NuoNuo: « Yes, it’s a pool party. »
Jining thought for a moment: « Can I wear a one-piece? »
NuoNuo sent twenty question marks before continuing: « Okay, I’ll ask. »
Since her debut, she had always maintained a pure image, which was partly due to her conservative nature. If suddenly asked to wear a sexy outfit, she might mess up.
Plus, she wasn’t prepared for it, so it’s better to wear a one-piece. There are also many nice-looking one-piece swimsuits.
Song Yu lay on the bed playing with her phone when suddenly she remembered something and looked at her phone, asking, « Are you going to shoot for a magazine tomorrow? »
« Yeah, going in the evening. »
« Take me with you? I can be your assistant! » Song Yu clenched her fist and volunteered, « Fishy has a lot to offer, pick Fishy! »
That could work.
Jining rested her chin on her phone: « But being my assistant will be busy and tiring, and you might get scolded. »
« It’s okay, I just want to see Jiang Chuan with my own eyes, » Song Yu nibbled her finger and shook her head repeatedly, « He’s so handsome. »
« … »
Jining was used to Song Yu changing boyfriends every day, so she wasn’t surprised: « If you want to go, I’ll tell my assistant. Once it’s confirmed, even if it’s tough, you can’t leave early. »
« Do you think I’m someone who can’t handle a little hardship for a handsome guy? » Song Yu said, « Don’t worry, for men, for justice, my endurance is beyond your imagination. »
So the next day Jining really took Song Yu to the shooting location. After spending so much time together, she knew a bit about her friend. Although she seemed unreliable most of the time, at crucial moments…
Well, who knows if she’ll be reliable at crucial moments.
First, Jining went to the dressing room to change clothes. The organizer was considerate enough to provide her with a one-piece swimsuit, pure black, with some subtle cutout designs.
After she changed, Song Yu outside the door scrutinized her up and down before nodding slowly, « Not bad, one-piece swimsuits have been quite popular lately. »
The shoot was scheduled to start at eight o’clock sharp. Jining checked her phone and saw it was only two minutes away, so she prepared to wait inside the venue.
After taking three steps, she saw a man in the center of the pool leaning against the platform, drinking. His muscular body was well-defined and smooth, even more impressive than what she had seen on her phone due to the lighting effects.
The next moment, Jining turned around and went straight back. She covered her mouth with her hand, her pupils dilating due to astonishment.
« Why is Ji Shiyan only wearing swim trunks?!! »
« Do you have a problem? » Song Yu looked at her angrily, « Since you’re already wearing a swimsuit, what else can he wear? Bikini instead of swim trunks? Wake up! »
Jining was completely overwhelmed and her face turned red instantly. Against the black contrast, the parts of her body not covered by the swimsuit also turned color in an instant.
She felt like she was dehydrating. Shaking her head, she said, « I can’t do it. »
« Just two nights ago, you still had abs and shouted loudly in the chat if you could, » Song Yu pushed her out, « Jining, you’re embarrassing me. You’re just wearing swim trunks and you’re scared like this. Pull yourself together, got it?! »
« Okay, okay, » Jining compromised, « Don’t push me, we still have a few minutes before the shoot starts, wait… »
Already used to seeing all sorts of bodies, Song Yu said, « Wait for what? »
« Wait for me to calm down. »
« … »
Looking at a phone and seeing things in person were two different experiences. Without any preparation, Jining really didn’t know what to do. She swallowed the dryness in her throat and started to breathe deeply to calm herself down.
It was all because Song Yu suddenly interrupted the conversation about this topic yesterday, saying she wanted to be an assistant. Otherwise, how could she not have thought about it at all?
Her palms were sweaty.
« That means Jiang Chuan will also only wear swim trunks, » Song Yu was very satisfied, « Great, my heart is at ease. »
Of course, Song Yu was happy; it was Jining herself facing public execution.
Jining gritted her teeth and took a step forward, as if she was about to bravely face her fate.
Song Yu mocked from behind with her hands crossed, « Knowing you, this looks like a sexy poster shoot, but for others who don’t know, they might think you’re going to the guillotine. Don’t insult Ji Shiyan, okay? Make me happy! »
Jining walked to the center of the pool, the cold water covering her body, and she felt a lot of her restlessness being suppressed.
Shooting in the pool was indeed a wise decision.
The stylist called her to the center of the circular platform to fix her hair, while Ji Shiyan’s fresh body was nearby. She kept her back to him the whole time, not daring to look back.
– Who came up with the idea of a pool party anyway?!
Perhaps realizing Jining’s discomfort, Jishiyin called out to her from behind, « Jining. »
Jining pinched her clothes and didn’t respond, « Hmm? »
The man was leisurely, « Do you know it’s rude to speak with your back turned to your seniors? »
Jining’s neck seemed to stiffen, not wanting or daring to turn around. She stared blankly, searching for excuses, « I, I’m styling my hair and can’t turn around to look at you. »
The stylist, who was wetting a comb, chuckled, « I’m just dampening your hair; you can move. »
Jishiyin raised an eyebrow, « Turn around; I need to talk to you. »
She couldn’t do it.
Just thinking about the scene made her feel like steam was coming out of her head. If she actually saw it up close, she wasn’t sure what embarrassing thing she might do.
So she found an indisputable reason for herself, « Didn’t you say I shouldn’t treat you like a senior? »
—So I don’t have to turn around.
There was silence behind her for a few seconds, and Jining felt that Jishiyin was speechless with her excuse.
But a few seconds later, she heard him chuckle with a nasal tone.
« Fine, » he said.
Jining asked, « What did you want to tell me? »
« I forgot. »
Just now, he deliberately wanted to tease her; there was nothing he needed to say, just wanted to see her expression.
Who could have thought that the person who could spend ten minutes scrutinizing abdominal muscles in a photo would be so timid in real life, as if looking for a shell to hide away from the world.
However… listening to the staff backstage laughing and discussing, saying that among the three female stars, only she wore a one-piece swimsuit, he didn’t have much emotion at the time, just thought she was a young girl.
But just now, when he saw her walking out of the dressing room, he suddenly realized that she had also made headlines by wearing a cheongsam. Cheongsam is a difficult thing to handle, it should be slim where it needs to be slim, and plump where there is flesh, a little less or a little more is not suitable at all.
That glance just now was somewhat astonishing.
The shooting quickly began, the two Jis undoubtedly stood in the shooting position, while the other two pairs were either in front or behind.
Jining calmed down a bit, desperately brainwashing herself with work, work, work now, to abandon herself and enter work mode.
The constant brainwashing did have some effect. She finally didn’t have such a rapid heartbeat, but just as her pulse stabilized, it became disordered again because of one sentence:
« Okay, back to back, Jining leans against Jishiyin, looking sideways at the camera. »
She did as instructed, her elbow seeming to touch his back muscles, a strange and inexplicable sensation.
After completing this set of actions, Jining quietly touched her nose.
On the side of the pool, Song Yu met her gaze and asked with her lips: What are you doing?
Jining cautiously asked: Am I having a nosebleed?
Song Yu: …………….
How did the reputable Song Yu make friends with such a cowardly person?
Song Yu pinched her nose and informed Jining disdainfully: You’re beyond help.
Jining pouted: I’m very brave.
The brave Jining changed positions and took more photos, even though sometimes she had to restrain herself from looking around at Jishiyin.
She had never done this kind of shoot before, and she hadn’t been to the pool many times. Facing someone she liked, she was really embarrassed.
Just before the last set of shots, there was a short break. She saw Song Yu run to the photographer and whisper something to him. The photographer nodded approvingly.
Then Song Yu walked to the edge of the pool, a victorious smile playing on her lips.
Jining had a faint premonition, but she wasn’t prepared. The next second, Song Yu turned on the water tap, pinched the mouth of the hose, and aimed it in their direction.
Chaos ensued in the pool, and Jining heard screams from Li Yujia and Shen Xin. Due to too many thoughts, she froze in place.
Someone stood in front of her in the midst of the chaos, using their arms to shield her from the water droplets.
…
On the return journey, Ji Ning couldn’t help shaking his head at Song Yu: « You’re really hard to control. »
« Wasn’t today fun? Weren’t you all happy in the end? I saw those guys were having a blast! » Song Yu said gleefully. « Plus, I asked the photographer beforehand, and even they praised my idea! »
« I watched the footage, and the scene of the man shielding the woman from the water looked so good. You don’t know how powerful every drop of water I sprayed was, it was very artistic. »
Ji Ning sighed deeply.
« You can enjoy it secretly. Isn’t it nice to have Ji Shixian hug you? His muscles, who wouldn’t want to touch them? » Song Yu teased.
Ji Ning lowered his gaze and poured himself some water, memories uncontrollably flooding back to that moment.
When he was close, she could even smell the unmistakable scent of hormones, and as for the muscles that flashed by in a glance…
Song Yu, sharp-eyed as ever, noticed Ji Ning’s unusual reaction as he drank water and pointed it out bluntly: « Your ears are red. »
« … »
Song Yu chuckled. « Women, they say no with their mouths, but their bodies are very honest. »
—
It was already late when they arrived at the hotel. Ji Ning sorted out the scenes they were going to shoot tomorrow, took a shower, and leaned against the head of the bed to rehearse the script.
Song Yu sat at the computer, planning the content for her upcoming video.
Actually, Ji Ning had already memorized the lines beforehand, but in order to be more precise, she would review them the day before each shoot.
After rehearsing the script for over forty minutes and having a good grasp of tomorrow’s scenes, she picked up her phone to check Weibo before going to sleep.
Meanwhile, Ji Shixian, who was engaging in his bedtime routine, was jogging and scrolling through Weibo at the same time.
He didn’t have the habit of playing with his phone when he wasn’t exercising before, but today, after working out, he instinctively thought of his muscles, then of the pool shoot at night, and then of Ji Ning.
Why was her Weibo so quiet?
No signs of excitement or enthusiasm…?
Finally, after refreshing five hundred times, « Wife of the Hidden Marriage » finally made a post, a repost.
The original post was from a beauty blogger, and it read: « Recently got into Ji Shixian, his lips with salt are really sexy, it’s definitely suitable for lipstick swatches haha, professional habit, I can’t help it. »
And as usual, « Wife of the Hidden Marriage » kept it brief in her repost:
« But trying me is more suitable than trying lipstick. »
