After I Transmigrated into the Novel, I made the Heroine Fall for Me - Chapter 30

The next morning.

Fang Qingying rubbed her eyes as she woke from sleep, her first sight being Gu Shengxiao lying on the folding bed in the family member’s accompanying room.

The twenty-year-old girl exuded a youthful vitality, sleeping soundly on her side. Her long hair cascaded loosely with her movements.

Her lashes naturally drooped, and her crimson lips curled slightly, as if she were dreaming of something delightful.

She had changed into a fresh set of clothes, and on the table lay a paper bag Fang Qingying hadn’t seen before.

Fang Qingying tiptoed out of bed, slipped into her slippers, and headed to the bathroom, careful not to wake Gu Shengxiao. She had noticed the faint shadows under her eyes likely from too many late nights.

The bathroom had an oversized mirror and was stocked with disposable toiletries. Despite being a hospital, the preparations here were even more meticulous than those in a hotel.

She unwrapped the toiletries and began brushing her teeth. Before long, she heard her phone ring.

Seeing herself in the mirror with toothpaste still in her mouth, Fang Qingying quickly rinsed, spat out the foam, and wiped her hands, ready to step out.

Just then, the newly awakened Gu Shengxiao answered the call.

Fang Qingying couldn’t make out the conversation clearly, only catching Gu Shengxiao’s nods and faint murmurs of acknowledgment.

She watched as Gu Shengxiao hung up and walked toward her.

Still holding Fang Qingying’s phone, Gu Shengxiao handed it over and said, “That was Manager Shen. He couldn’t reach you at home, but you have scenes to shoot at the set today.”

Fang Qingying nodded with the toothbrush still in her mouth, signaling she understood.

“I told him you’re with me. Sister Yulu will come pick us up and take us to the set,” Gu Shengxiao continued.

Fang Qingying blinked, as if asking whether Gu Shengxiao had mentioned her hospitalization to Shen Lixie.

She didn’t want Fang Dad and Fang Mom to worry, it was just a simple headache, after all.

“No, I only said you stayed late and that it was too dangerous for you to go back alone,” Gu Shengxiao replied coolly, her gaze briefly flickering over Fang Qingying’s toothbrush-holding hand before rising to her damp, glistening lips.

Gu Shengxiao’s ears burned, but her expression remained indifferent as she averted her eyes. “Do you need to call Manager Shen back? He sounded a little anxious.”

Or perhaps more like he’d lost the will to live.

He must have misunderstood something.

“N-No need,” Fang Qingying mumbled around the toothbrush before accidentally swallowing a mouthful of clean water.

She froze.

Looking down at the cup in her hand, she was at least relieved she hadn’t gargled with dirty water otherwise, she might’ve spat it out.

“No need to rush,” Gu Shengxiao said with a helpless smile.

How could someone be this adorable?

Hearing this, Fang Qingying lifted her head pitifully. “I drank mouthwash. Will I get a stomachache?”

“Probably not.”

Gu Shengxiao watched her, the corners of her lips curling unconsciously. It was rare to see Fang Qingying act so adorably foolish.

Yulu checked the message on her phone, carefully verified the room number, and knocked.

Soon, the door opened, and she stepped inside.

Fang Qingying and Gu Shengxiao were both present, wearing nearly identical outfits, which inevitably led Yu Lu’s thoughts to wander.

Seeing this, had Gu Shengxiao won over Fang Qingying? So, how big of a red envelope should she prepare?

Yu Lu’s conflicted expression didn’t escape Gu Shengxiao’s notice. Gu Shengxiao coughed lightly and said, “Sister Yu Lu, is there breakfast?”

Yu Lu nodded and handed the breakfast she was carrying to both of them. Then, she sidled up to Gu Shengxiao, stealing a few glances at Fang Qingying before asking, “Did it work out?”

When can I contribute to the wedding fund? Give me a heads-up soon, okay?

“Work out what?” Gu Shengxiao looked at her, puzzled.

Yu Lu: “…”

She immediately gave Gu Shengxiao a look of exasperation. Two women alone together in a room, yet there hadn’t been any progress. And here she was, a double-award-winning actress, what a waste of her good looks and intelligence.

Yu Lu carefully analyzed Gu Shengxiao’s advantages and found them plentiful.

For example, she was filthy rich.

For example, she had been single since birth.

And another example, she called the shots at home, no one could stop her from doing whatever she wanted.

“Don’t overthink it,” Gu Shengxiao said helplessly, as if genuinely baffled by Yu Lu’s wild imagination.

“Sigh, it’s not that I’m overthinking, it’s that I haven’t done enough,” Yu Lu sighed, her gaze lingering thoughtfully on Fang Qingying.

If she had known Gu Shengxiao would be so passive, she should have played matchmaker.

Gu Shengxiao: “Alright, you’re ruining my appetite.”

Not just ruining her appetite, she could practically feel full just by looking at Fang Qingying.

However, this statement took on a different meaning in Yu Lu’s ears.

“How much weight have you gained?” Yu Lu gasped in horror, reaching out to grab her waist and running her hands around it. “You’ve gotten chubby!”

The feel was soft and quite pleasant to squeeze, though this thought only flashed through Yu Lu’s mind for a second.

Unbeknownst to them, Fang Qingying set down her spoon and stared coldly at Yu Lu’s hands gripping Gu Shengxiao’s waist.

If looks could kill, Yu Lu would have died a thousand deaths by now.

“I haven’t,” Gu Shengxiao retorted, her ears turning red as she pushed Yu Lu’s hands away and lowered her voice.

How could Yu Lu say she was fat in front of Fang Qingying?

How could she?!

At this moment, Gu Shengxiao felt her embarrassment reaching its peak, especially in Fang Qingying’s presence.

“You’ve definitely gained weight. No, I need to call your fitness trainer,” Yu Lu completely missed the point of her tone and instead broke free from her grip, turning around to make a call on her phone.

Ignoring Gu Shengxiao’s pointed looks, she drove her half-mad with frustration.

Gu Shengxiao: So annoying!

Fang Qingying wiped her mouth and reached out to stroke Gu Shengxiao’s hair. The soft strands beneath her fingertips felt incredibly pleasant.

She leisurely uttered, “Not chubby.”

Gu Shengxiao clung to these words like a lifeline, grabbing Fang Qingying’s hand and asking earnestly, “Then, would Xiao Ying dislike me?”

“Of course, not? Xiao Xiao is so beautiful, how could I dislike you?” Fang Qingying blinked, answering with sincerity.

“Then do you like me?” Gu Shengxiao pressed on.

“Of course! I like Xiao Xiao so much!” Fang Qingying replied without hesitation.

Gu Shengxiao broke into a delighted smile, as if deeply moved by Fang Qingying’s words.

Gu Shengxiao responded softly, “I’m very happy.”

Her gaze held a deep, hidden affection for the other person, one she couldn’t express openly.

When Fang Qingying spoke those words, her eyes were clear and calm, showing no trace of emotion toward Gu Shengxiao as if it were just an offhand remark.

Gu Shengxiao let out a bitter laugh. It didn’t matter. She could wait.

After giving some instructions, Yu Lu turned around and gave the two of them a strange look. She had only taken a phone call, why did they suddenly look like they’d successfully hooked up?

She rubbed her chin thoughtfully. Truly, Gu Shengxiao’s charm was irresistible. If there were ever a case where it didn’t work, it was probably because Gu Shengxiao hadn’t aimed it in the right direction.

Yu Lu had an unshakable confidence in her own beauty.

Just then, the ringing of her phone shattered Yu Lu’s reverie. Frowning, she answered.

“Yu Lu-jie, it’s almost past eight! The crew needs to be on set by nine, where are you guys right now?”

It was Xiao Lin’s voice on the other end, with faint background noise suggesting she was already on set but hadn’t seen Yu Lu or Gu Shengxiao yet.

“Past eight?” Yu Lu blinked at the time in surprise. Ahhh, she had been so absorbed in watching them that she’d lost track of time.

“Shengxiao and I will be right there!” Yu Lu hung up abruptly after saying this.

She turned to the two still holding hands and shouted, “What are you still holding hands for? Hurry up and get ready to go to the set! If you don’t leave now, do you want to end up trending for being divas who hold hands all the time?”

Startled by Yu Lu’s sudden outburst, Fang Qingying felt her hand grow inexplicably hot and quickly pulled it back.

Trying to act composed, she grabbed a steamed bun and took small bites, using it to mask the turmoil in her heart.

Gu Shengxiao reluctantly withdrew her hand, already missing the warmth of that touch.

Meanwhile, the culprit behind it all, Yu Lu grabbed her keys in a panic and dashed out. Her car was still parked in the underground garage!

“Shall we head down too?” Gu Shengxiao stood up from her chair and extended her hand toward Fang Qingying.

She wanted to hold it one more time.

Even if just for a short walk.

Let her indulge in this longing a little longer.

“Ah, sure!” Fang Qingying took a bite of her bun, her eyes flickering toward the slender, fair hand before hesitating over whether to place her own in it.

But the mere thought of resting her hand in Gu Shengxiao’s palm made her entire body burn with embarrassment.

Gu Shengxiao glanced at her. “Hmm?”

“Let’s go, let’s go?” Fang Qingying stood up, clutching the bun in both hands as she walked out, deliberately avoiding Gu Shengxiao’s gaze.

Gu Shengxiao: “…”

Was she less important than a bun?

Just as Fang Qingying reached the door, Gu Shengxiao’s voice suddenly called out.

“Aren’t you taking your things with you?” Gu Shengxiao stood by the bed, lifting the covers to reveal a pile of her own merchandise stacked to one side.

Fang Qingying turned around, and her fair cheeks instantly flushed crimson.

She quickly finished the bun in a few bites, took off her gloves, and hurried to the bed with her head lowered. She started gathering the merchandise that 888 had given her, only to realize she had no bag to carry it all in.

“Here.”

Gu Shengxiao handed her a large bag.

Fang Qingying looked down at the merchandise and the bag, then quietly began packing everything away. Her face still red, she murmured a soft “thank you” as she worked.

“Do you need me to carry it?” Gu Shengxiao looked at the overflowing merchandise and suddenly realized she had quite a variety of items for sale.

Fang Qingying stiffened slightly, turning around awkwardly to ask, “Xiaoxiao, wouldn’t you find it strange to carry your own merchandise?”

Gu Shengxiao fell silent for three seconds before bending down to take the large bag from her hands. “More than that, I’m curious between me and the merchandise, which would you choose?”

Surely, she was far better than the merchandise, right?

After all, how could a living, breathing person lose to some mass-produced inanimate objects?

Of course, Gu Shengxiao would never admit that she was currently drowning in jealousy, feeling as though she’d been submerged in a vat of vinegar.

Fang Qingying scratched her head in embarrassment.

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