Chapter 173: Can You Sleep with Me?

In the river valley.

Surrounded by green mountains and clear water, a gust of autumn wind swept by.

Making the black robe flutter.

A handsome young man stepped on white lotus flowers on the water surface, rushing forward anxiously, bringing crystal water droplets splashing everywhere.

Some water mist even revealed a seven-colored rainbow.

Not

The woman in palace attire, her white dress fluttering, was about to fall into the river; the situation was extremely critical.

The man in the black robe flicked his sleeves.

His pace quickened, and the splashes he kicked up became even denser.

In just the blink of an eye, the woman in palace attire was swiftly swept up by her waist by him, and he carried her spiraling several meters into the air.

Successfully escaping the danger.

Three cameras—in front, behind, and on the trestle bridge—filmed simultaneously, perfectly recording this spectacular scene. Scattered applause rang out along the riverbank, accompanied by whistles.

"Beautiful."

The assistant director cupped his hands around his mouth and roared loudly.

Xiang Naying clapped along to join in the fun, looking at Bian Xiaoxiao with confusion.

"Hanging on wires is very simple."

Bian Xiaoxiao gave a loud whistle and explained excitedly, "But it's very hard to make it look good; you need powerful core strength to make the movements look so relaxed and comfortable."

"Got it."

Xiang Naying delivered the final verdict: "The waist has to be good!"

Giving this insightful understanding, she let out a silly giggle.

The others didn't react much, but Gao Yuanyuan and Bian Xiaoxiao both instinctively squeezed their legs together.

That's right.

The person Li Luo was holding was not Gao Yuanyuan.

Mid-air.

He patted the stunt double wearing the dress and roared down below: "This take won't work, we need to do it again."

The steel cable lowered, and the two slowly descended.

"What's the problem?"

The martial arts instructor felt a bit puzzled.

The transition just now was excellent, and the footage would surely look great.

"During the rotating ascent."

Li Luo, suspended above the river, wiped away sweat and patted the side: "This brother should cover his face with his sleeve, or tilt his head back; otherwise, sharp-eyed viewers will be able to tell I'm holding a man."

He didn't even mind the fatigue.

The martial arts instructor had nothing to say.

Grabbing the walkie-talkie to signal, Li Luo, hanging on the steel cable, quickly slid toward the bank.

"Sorry!"

Returning to the rest area, Li Luo took off his soaked cloth boots and tossed them to the side: "Did you guys pick today to come on purpose, just to watch me make a fool of myself?"

Not to mention the boots, even the socks inside had become soggy.

It couldn't be more uncomfortable.

He didn't avoid the woman beside him either.

After taking them off directly, he took the towel handed over by Wu Yu to wipe his feet.

When filming, one can't pay much attention to image; glamour is for the front of the camera. Even Xiang Naying, as a singer, understood this; sometimes when she records songs, she can be busy all night.

Her image wouldn't be any better either.

"That's right."

Her own water bottle was handed over, and the teasing voice continued: "It's just a pity I didn't see you fall into the water; it's somewhat of a regret."

His gaze fell upon the slender fingers gripping the water bottle.

Li Luo shifted his gaze.

It spread all the way up the arm until it bumped into Wang Fei's smiling face.

The latter also realized her action was a bit abrupt; she hadn't thought much, just seeing him covered in sweat, she subconsciously grabbed the water bottle hanging by the chair and handed it over.

Given their current relationship, it was a bit too intimate!

However, Wang Fei blinked her eyes.

She continued to hand it forward.

Putting the towel aside, Li Luo took the water bottle from Wang Fei without standing on ceremony: "I, on the other hand, have no regrets at all, at least compared to a certain diva who had snot coming out~~~"

That stomp was truly ruthless; it hurt so much that his voice trembled.

Under Wang Fei's murderous gaze.

Li Luo quickly shut his mouth.

The two's little interaction lasted only a moment; fortunately, Wang Fei's stomping action went unnoticed.

If gossip reporters had captured this scene, it could have sold for at least tens of thousands; a pop music diva and a popular young television actor flirting on set would definitely make the magazine sell out.

"Snot what?"

Gao Yuanyuan looked over from the side.

"Nothing."

Under Wang Fei's threatening gaze, Li Luo took a sip of coffee: "Didn't she have a double-hit last night? I guess today she's full of mischief, wanting to see me make a fool of myself while I'm practicing."

That was close; he barely managed to smooth it over.

After changing into clean shoes and socks, Li Luo shook the empty water bottle and stood up to walk toward the nearby pantry.

A slight hesitation.

A few seconds later, Wang Fei also followed quickly.

The so-called pantry was a small tent providing coffee, tea, and snacks like fruit; having such a place while filming in the wild was already a rare luxury.

Finding only Li Luo inside, she walked quickly to the side.

"Coffee, tea?"

Li Luo didn't even lift his head, pouring coffee into a cup from the pot: "Put away your watch; I really don't lack one. If you truly want to express your gratitude for that night..."

"Just treat me to a meal when you're free."

"But first, a disclaimer."

"You can't drink too much; I'm afraid I won't have enough clothes to change into!"

Wang Fei only then noticed that her every move was clearly reflected on the stainless steel casing of the coffee machine; she could only awkwardly stuff the half-pulled-out watch back into her pocket.

"I'll have half a cup of coffee."

She rubbed her nose and argued forcefully: "Treating you to a meal is no problem at all, but my alcohol tolerance isn't that bad; that night was just an accident."

"Also."

Gritting her teeth, Wang Fei's gaze drifted around: "Can you accompany me to sleep for a while?"

Li Luo's hand shook, and some coffee spilled out.

Just this sentence.

Made him doubt if his ears were malfunctioning.

"It's not what you think," Wang Fei said, scratching the tabletop and whispering awkwardly, "I've been suffering from severe insomnia lately; trying medication hasn't worked, and I've also consulted with a psychologist."

"How should I put it."

"The doctor suggested I find a way to return to the state I was in before—the time when I rested the best."

"Maybe it will improve, and I thought of you."

Wang Fei's voice grew quieter as she spoke; by the end, it was almost like the buzzing of a mosquito. It was thanks to Li Luo's keen hearing that he could hear what she was saying at all.

This psychologist.

A good person!

A friend in need.

Duty-bound!

"Hmm~"

Li Luo coughed lightly and asked curiously: "That's no problem at all, but is your insomnia really that severe?"

"Yes."

Having said it, Wang Fei stopped hiding it:

"The pressure has been too high lately. I'm releasing a new album next month, have a concert the month after, and other things have been bothering me. I can only sleep intermittently for three or four hours a day."

"Lying in bed, I'm very sleepy, but I just can't fall asleep."

"My head hurts."

As she spoke.

She became somewhat incoherent.

Those who haven't experienced severe insomnia cannot understand her pain.

Calling it a mental illness.

Would be perfectly fine.

Over time, sometimes the head feels like it's being pricked by needles.

So, despite feeling very embarrassed.

Driven by various emotions, Wang Fei still made this request to Li Luo, which she found very shameful.

Seeing her uneasy expression, Li Luo suppressed the teasing words that had come to his lips and smiled, extending his fist: "I'll text you when we wrap up; I hope I can help."

Observing carefully.

He indeed discovered some clues.

Although Wang Fei had applied concealer, one could still faintly see dark circles and eye bags.

This kind of thing is not appropriate to joke about.

Although it sounded absurd.

As long as he could help, he was truly duty-bound.

In his previous life.

He had also experienced situations of extreme mental pressure.

Lying awake all night, he knew how much pain the two words "insomnia" could bring to a person.

"Thank you."

Wang Fei's brows relaxed, and she bumped her fist heavily against Li Luo's.

Exchanging phone numbers.

The big sister walked out of the tent with a relaxed pace, her short hair swinging with extra vigor.

Amidst the busyness.

The bright red sun gradually sank behind the mountains.

The "Divine Physician and Heroic Couple" crew, having worked all day, dispersed with shouts, leaving only the river to continue flowing through the valley, which had returned to tranquility.

Returning to the hotel.

After eating and washing up, Li Luo sent a text message.

He had slept with women plenty of times!

But this method was a first.

To be honest, he felt a little nervous inside.

Not even a minute later.

The doorbell rang.

Li Luo, with an excited heart, walked quickly to open the door.

"Hi~"

Wang Fei held up the red wine in her hand, her expression also somewhat unnatural: "You wouldn't refuse me a drink, would you?"

"Of course not."

Stepping aside, Li Luo took the red wine: "Please, come in."

Since last time, this was the first time the two had been alone together like this.

Both were a bit at a loss.

"What's your excuse?"

Li Luo opened the red wine, taking the initiative to ease the awkwardness: "Let's get our stories straight, so we don't slip up later; it wouldn't be good to affect our diva's image!"

"You say that as if you really treat me like some diva."

Wang Fei habitually retorted, her gaze drifting around as she sat on the sofa: "I didn't make any excuses. Why do you think I took Xiang Naying to the set this afternoon?"

"She's sleeping like a log now and won't wake up before twelve."

"Yuanyuan is also sleeping soundly."

Speaking of this.

She gave Li Luo a triumphant smile.

In a daze, he felt as if he were seeing Faye from *Chungking Express*.

Her large eyes rolled.

Revealing her clean, white teeth.

This expression made Li Luo's eyes glaze over slightly.

Being stared at like this, Wang Fei twisted her fingers together, pursed her lips in panic, and quickly shifted her gaze to the side.

"Make yourself at home."

Li Luo poured some red wine for each of them and downed his own in one gulp.

He picked up the script again.

Leaning back against the sofa armrest, he read quietly.

This kind of thing is bound to be awkward, so it's better to say nothing and let the other party do as they please.

In normal times.

He might have had some little thoughts.

But sometimes.

Li Luo is a man who acts quite properly.

The living room was quiet.

Wang Fei picked up her glass, sipping wine while looking at Li Luo; unlike the bathrobe she usually wore when playing cards, he had changed into a long-sleeved tracksuit.

She, however, was wearing a short-sleeved T-shirt and cropped pants.

This simple little gesture made her feel even more favorably toward him.

At the very least.

The other party didn't try to take advantage of her.

Sometimes women want men to be a bit bad, but other times, showing respect is more effective at winning favor.

Wang Fei quickly finished the red wine in her glass.

Hesitating for a moment.

She first lay down on the sofa.

Her eyes blinked as she looked at the ceiling, trying to catch some sleepiness.

Tossing and turning.

She just felt uncomfortable.

"Come over here."

Li Luo turned a page of the script, his voice sounding quietly: "Is our little diva shy? That doesn't sound like Wang Fei's personality."

A few seconds later.

The leather sofa creaked.

Wang Fei, unconvinced, crawled over and lay firmly in his arms.

The two met each other's eyes, then quickly looked away.

The living room returned to silence.

Listening to the strong heartbeat and feeling the other's body temperature, Wang Fei felt waves of drowsiness wash over her mind; her eyelashes fluttered a few times, and she slowly closed her eyes.

He had only read a few lines of the script when he heard snoring.

Li Luo glanced down.

He found Wang Fei curled up in his arms like a little kitten, looking as comfortable as could be.

This guy.

Was truly sleepy!

Carefully setting an alarm, he also closed the script and dozed off.

The time reached 11:50.

The Nokia vibrated, the movement waking the two sleeping people. Wang Fei, sleeping comfortably, rubbed her face irritably and unconsciously raised her hand to swat, saying, "So noisy, turn it off quickly."

"Get up."

Li Luo yawned and shook the woman who was hugging him like an octopus: "Otherwise Xiang Naying will wake up soon."

"No."

Wang Fei smacked her lips with her eyes closed, saying unfulfilled, "Sleep for one more minute, just one minute."

Seeing this.

Li Luo simply reached out and pinched her nose.

After being tormented like this.

Wang Fei couldn't sleep anymore and was so angry she kept snorting.

After waking up completely.

She realized she was lying all over him, and because of the deep sleep, her drool had dampened a small patch of his clothes.

Looking at Li Luo's helpless expression, she laughed sheepishly.

Five hours of deep sleep.

She felt much more comfortable.

"So."

She propped herself up on her arms, looking at Li Luo with bright eyes: "Thank you."

"You're welcome."

The latter shrugged his shoulders.

Just then, Wang Fei's gaze still hadn't moved away.

She was still staring fixedly down at him.

She hadn't expected to find such rare security in this man she had only just met; she really didn't want to leave Li Luo's comfortable embrace, and what she said before was absolutely right.

He smelled good.

This stinky man wasn't stinky at all.

Slowly, the emotions in her eyes began to fluctuate.

"Princess Wang."

Li Luo met her gaze.

"Hmm."

Wang Fei hummed.

"If you want to kiss me."

Li Luo tentatively held her waist, a smile appearing on his lips: "I don't think I would mind."

With her waist held by his hands, Wang Fei's eyelashes trembled.

She hadn't expected this guy to be so bold!

This sentence made her both angry and amused.

Just as she was about to retort.

Li Luo quickly lifted his neck and lightly touched her soft, supple lips.

The sudden action.

Made Wang Fei's pupils contract violently, and her breathing stalled.

If she had just tilted her head slightly.

She could have easily escaped the situation.

But as their breath mingled, she slowly closed her eyes and parted her teeth.

A little goldfish.

Slid in with extreme smoothness.

Stirring her heart into a tangled mess!