Chapter 106: First Night with Da Yizi

Click.

Before Chen Yixue could say anything, the photographer had already pressed the shutter, recording the moment.

Let go of your hand.

Chen Yixue nudged Xu Yuexin with her arm, whispering a reminder.

There are outsiders; she wants to save Xu Yuexin some face.

Mm, let's move to another spot.

Xu Yuexin let go of his hand and said.

Chen Yixue also let out a sigh of relief.

The next shooting location for the two was the entrance of a brokerage firm's headquarters, and at that moment Xu Yuexin embraced Chen Yixue again.

Is this never ending? Chen Yixue was irritated.

Let go of me quickly!

Chen Yixue said with a dissatisfied tone.

Later, after the shoot, we'll talk.

Xu Yuexin replied perfunctorily, but after the second shot he finally let her go.

When it came time for the third shot, Chen Yixue had learned her lesson and kept a distance, standing a meter away from Xu Yuexin.

Beautiful lady, please come a bit closer.

the photographer reminded.

Xu Yuexin went straight to Chen Yixue's side and pulled her into his arms.

Got addicted, huh?

Chen Yixue felt embarrassed to make a scene in public; after trying hard to push him away without success, she had to go along with Xu Yuexin.

These three shots can't be kept.

When the photographer pressed the shutter again, Chen Yixue wriggled out of Xu Yuexin's embrace, glaring at him resentfully.

How can his face be so thick?

Not only does he take advantage behind my back, he also dares to photograph openly.

Does he have any sense of morality? "You're saying that…"

Xu Yuexin snorted and laughed, not answering her.

He changes as soon as it's mentioned, and will repeat next time.

The last two shots were still intimate photos of Xu Yuexin and Chen Yixue.

The photographer stepped forward, handed the photos to them, and Xu Yuexin paid 50 Hong Kong Dollar.

Instant cameras are great; you can get the picture right after shooting.

Chen Yixue was initially curious about this kind of camera, but her anger now outweighed her curiosity.

Everyone, don't keep them; just throw them away.

After saying that, Chen Yixue tried to snatch the photos from Xu Yuexin's hand, but failed.

Why throw them away?

Xu Yuexin tucked the photos into his pocket and said earnestly, "I clearly took you looking so good."

Chen Yixue was completely speechless.

Are you planning to take the photos home?

Bring them to Qiao Qiao to see?

Chen Yixue stared into Xu Yuexin's eyes and asked.

Mm, I do have that plan.

Xu Yuexin deliberately teased Da Yizi, "I also plan to make a photo frame and hang it on the bedroom wall."

Chen Yixue glared fiercely at Xu Yuexin: "Shameless!"

Being able to joke about this shows his low quality! Chen Yixue thought angrily.

Don't be angry; getting angry after dinner is bad for digestion.

Xu Yuexin patted Da Yizi's back and said soothingly, "Let's stroll along the street."

Stroll more?

No mood for that! "You go alone, I'll head back first."

Chen Yixue coldly declined and turned back toward the hotel.

Oh, then I'll just walk around here.

Xu Yuexin said, turning around and walking in the opposite direction.

Chen Yixue was surprised: he actually didn't cling to her.

Back at the hotel, Chen Yixue turned on the light, picked up a music magazine, and continued reading attentively.

After reading for an unknown amount of time, she put down the magazine, feeling hungry.

She had still eaten too little that night.

At that moment, the room door opened, and Xu Yuexin entered carrying two boxes of rice noodle rolls.

He still remembered himself.

Chen Yixue thought, and after Xu Yuexin sat down to eat the rice noodle rolls, she went up to him.

What are you doing?

Xu Yuexin held down Da Yizi's hand reaching for the rice noodle rolls, and with a puzzled expression said.

I'm eating rice noodle rolls.

Da Yizi said somewhat bewildered, "Isn't it bought for me to eat?"

"Of course not, both boxes are my night snacks."

Xu Yuexin mercilessly shattered her illusion, saying.

Da Yizi was unhappy.

"I'm hungry."

"Hold on."

……

Chen Yixue didn't know what to say.

"Is there such a brother‑in‑law in the world?"

He wouldn't even give her a box of rice noodle rolls to eat.

"I'll buy it myself."

Chen Yixue, angry, said, and walked toward the doorway to change shoes.

"No, this place is all business center; I had to go far to buy it."

"It's not safe for you to go out late at night."

Chen Yixue, having heard that, could only honestly return.

"You want to eat, right?"

"I don't want to eat."

"Don't be stubborn; I ask you, will you still take photos with me in the future?"

Xu Yuexin kept his head down, pulling at the rice noodle rolls, not looking up, saying.

"No photos."

"And I'm not hungry now."

Chen Yixue said coldly.

She deeply resented Xu Yuexin's opportunistic behavior, and after saying that she went back to her room to sleep.

In the middle of the night, Chen Yixue was woken by hunger.

In the darkness, she tossed and turned, unable to sleep; finally she sighed, got up, turned on the light, and sat leaning against the headboard.

Hunger was secondary; the crucial thing was that she still kept those intimate photos with Xu Yuexin in her mind.

Chen Yixue had no doubt that Xu Yuexin could indeed manage to bring the photos home.

What if my sister actually sees them? Where would I save face then?

Chen Yixue thought it over, feeling annoyed, finally got out of bed and walked to the next room, planning to take the photos and tear them up while Xu Yuexin slept.

Late at night, the house was quiet, and Xu Yuexin's room was dark, with only a faint glimmer.

Chen Yixue glanced around, confirmed that Xu Yuexin was sound asleep, and slipped quietly into the room.

All his changed clothes were piled on the nightstand, both short‑sleeved shirts and pants.

Chen Yixue walked to the bedside, about to rummage, when she saw that the photos were all placed on the cabinet.

Conveniently, no need to search further.

Chen Yixue picked up the photos, intending to take them away, when the sleeping Xu Yuexin suddenly extended an arm and grasped her hand.

"What, can't sleep alone, come looking for me?"

Xu Yuexin, eyes closed, said in a hoarse, muffled tone.

"Stop talking nonsense, let go of me!"

Chen Yixue rebuked dissatisfiedly.

Xu Yuexin, ignoring her, gave a gentle pull, dragging Da Yizi onto the bed, opened his arms and gave a big hug.

"Let go, I want to go back to sleep!"

Da Yizi protested desperately, but her attention remained on the photos on the bedside.

"You brought them here yourself."

In the darkness, Xu Yuexin whispered in Chen Yixue's ear, his hand sliding up her thigh relentlessly.

Chen Yixue was continuously assaulted from behind by Xu Yuexin, feeling that familiar sensation all over her body.

Nevertheless, she focused, reached out in the dark, found those few photos, and tore them all into pieces.

At that moment, Chen Yixue felt immense relief.

And Xu Yuexin's actions grew even more excessive, one hand beginning to pull down Da Yizi's camisole nightgown.

"Thump."

While continually assaulting Da Yizi, Xu Yuexin freed a hand to turn on the bedside lamp. He liked to work with the light on.

When the light came on, Chen Yixue was stunned.

The photo fragments on the floor were clearly not the ones taken today.

"What are you doing? The ones taken today?"

Chen Yixue's cheeks flushed as she turned her head, questioning Xu Yuexin.

Xu Yuexin gave a slight smile.

"I won't tell you."

"Then what are these photos?"

"They're landscape photos I took before."

"You…"

At this moment, Chen Yixue finally realized she had been fooled by Xu Yuexin.

"This is a conspiracy!" Chen Yixue thought angrily.

Unfortunately, it's already too late.

Xu Yuexin has already kissed her plump, tanned mouth, and his hands began to act even more outrageously.

"Hmm..."

Chen Yixue's face quickly shifted from scarlet to flushed.

"Squeak squeak..."

Not long after, the bed began to make rhythmic sounds.

The next noon, Xu Yuexin only woke up in the light filtering through the curtains.

In his arms, Da Yizi was still sound asleep, her long black lashes occasionally fluttering as if dreaming of something.

Xu Yuexin planted a kiss on Da Yizi's moon‑shy, flower‑blushing face, only to be nudged by her.

"Stop messing around..."

Da Yizi's voice was faint as she said, "Let me rest a bit."

It seems Da Yizi woke up early, pretending to be meditating with closed eyes.

Come to think of it, I only let her go in the morning; any woman would want to recuperate her spirit now.

Xu Yuexin no longer disturbed Da Yizi, quietly using his arm as a pillow for her, feeling proud inside.

Yesterday was his first time sharing a bed overnight with Da Yizi.

Recalling it, Xu Yuexin could only describe it in one sentence.

The experience was fantastic! The two of them lay quietly on the bed for a long time, not leaving until the afternoon.

"After finishing the noodles, we'll go to Lin Qingxia's house."

Once Da Yizi finished dressing in the bathroom, Xu Yuexin made the arrangement.

Today Da Yizi wore a twisted bun, still exuding classical elegance, and also wore a pair of jade earrings, making her appearance even more enchanting.

"You burned so much energy last night; you still have the strength to dress up today?"

Xu Yuexin admired Da Yizi's beauty in the mirror, not forgetting to tease.

"Shut up."

Chen Yixue said coldly,

She really didn't have the energy to argue with Xu Yuexin now.

Xu Yuexin took her out for a bowl of beef noodle soup, each ordering an extra fried egg.

Chen Yixue, after replenishing, felt her stamina and vigor gradually recover.

Now, thinking of what happened last night, she felt sorrowful and resentful.

She, actually, was fooled by Xu Yuexin!

Xu Yuexin had already noticed Da Yizi's complexion was off.

He could understand that the usually icy‑smart Da Yizi was taken down by his slight scheme last night.

Xu Yuexin never expected the plan to proceed so smoothly.

Given Da Yizi's temperament, she'll probably brood over this for the next few days.

"Shall we go to Lin Qingxia's house later?"

At the stall, Xu Yuexin asked Chen Yixue.

"Hmm."

Chen Yixue really didn't want to talk much with Xu Yuexin, and simply nodded.

Xu Yuexin wanted to comfort her.

"Don't worry, I'll forget what happened last night."

"If you stay silent, no one will think you're mute."

"Oh, then I'll keep it in mind and savor it from time to time."

"..."

Chen Yixue was completely at a loss for words.

Facing such a brother‑in‑law, what else could she say? Leaving the stall, Xu Yuexin led Chen Yixue to a nearby convenience store, bought some chocolate and fruit candies, then hailed a taxi to Fei E Shan.

After paying and getting out of the car, Xu Yuexin saw the garden gate of Lin Qingxia's house wide open.

The Filipino maid tending the garden saw him and immediately greeted in English with a hint of palm‑leaf flavor.

She basically meant that her mistress was delighted that the two of them could come, and had kept the gate open since this morning waiting for them.

Xu Yuexin gave a brief assent and led Chen Yixue into the garden.

"Xu Sheng, Ms. Chen, hello there."

"I just heard your voices."

At that moment, Lin Qingxia emerged from the villa with a bright, cheerful smile, greeting the two, "I had the maid buy a few fresh coconuts today; let's drink coconut water together later."

"Coconuts? Were they prepared especially for us?"

"Yes! The maid at home can also make coconut flesh; after drinking, you can eat it too."

Xu Yuexin and Lin Qingxia smiled as they walked together toward the villa.

In between, Lin Qingxia's gaze fell on Chen Yixue.

"Ms. Chen, you really look wonderful; your look is especially striking."

"Where did you get those two earrings? I want them too."

"They were bought in Jingcheng."

Having received praise from the big star, Chen Yixue finally felt much better, lightly curling the corner of her lips and saying, "If you like it, I can bring a pair for you next time."

"Sure, if there are other pretty ones, you can also buy them for me."

Lin Qingxia said warmly.

They entered the villa and drank coconut juice.

Halfway through, Chen Yixue even took off her earrings and let Lin Qingxia wear them for a while.

No kidding, the same pair of earrings, when worn on the ears of two top‑class beauties with different styles, truly exuded a grand aura.

One is classically dignified, the other is heroic and charming.

The three chatted and laughed for a while, and then Lin Qingxia brought up the matter of investing on her behalf with Xu Yuexin again.

"Don't worry, Xu Sheng, once the money is handed to you, I'll follow your every instruction."

"If you want to buy, you buy; if you want to sell, you sell. I won't object at all."

Lin Qingxia's expression was unusually firm as she said, "As for the profit share, raise it to 25%; I know investing is not an easy task."

Xu Yuexin sensed sincerity in her tone.

The proper attitude was shown, and the money was added as well.

Moreover, it's a renowned beauty star from Xiangjiang entrusting the matter…

"Then, shall I just agree?" Xu Yuexin thought.

Beside them, Lin Qingxia saw Xu Yuexin remain silent and assumed he still had reservations.

"Xu Sheng, still don't trust me? I've prepared a 20,000‑yuan reward; as soon as you nod, I'll give it to you."

"No need, really, no need."

Xu Yuexin hurriedly declined, "Leave the money with me, and I'll devote myself to investing it for you."

"Thank you, Xu Sheng; please accept the money."

…

Lin Qingxia's attitude remained firm, and in the end she let Xu Yuexin take the 20,000 yuan.

Having settled the investment matter, Xu Yuexin, Chen Yixue, and Lin Qingxia resumed talking about Xiangjiang's movies.

On the sofa, Xu Yuexin spoke at length, leaving Chen Yixue and Lin Qingxia listening in stunned silence.

From performance techniques, plot symbolism, and box‑office highlights, to the shortcomings in the creation…

Xu Yuexin seemed to understand everything about these Xiangjiang films, and there was nothing he didn't know.

"Xu Sheng's film research is profound."

"It's the understanding of a top‑level professional."

Lin Qingxia's eyes were full of admiration as she said, "Don't you have any plans to venture into the film industry?"

She knew that mainland audiences rarely get to see Xiangjiang movies.

If Xu Yuexin could draw such deep insights merely from his viewing experience while traveling in Xiangjiang, his talent must indeed be remarkable.

"It's difficult. The mainland film industry is now dominated by state‑run studios that produce and distribute, and I don't want to join them and be controlled by them."

Xu Yuexin spread his hands and said.

He has always planned to enter the film and television industry, but feels the timing isn't right now.

The reason is that the current mainland film market is still low in commercialization and cannot offer him satisfactory compensation.

Lin Qingxia smiled brightly after listening, tapped the tabletop with her finger and asked, "Then, would you like to join our Xiangjiang film industry?"

(End of chapter)