What Should I do After Binding the Wrong System and the Female Lead comes Knocking at my Door? - Chapter 36

The next day, Pei Yuanxi and her group woke up early to pack their luggage, preparing to head back.

Chu Qingyan’s parents and Sister Tian had packed a huge pile of goods for them, including things like local free-range eggs, dried radishes, and various mountain goods.

Pei Muchen, looking at the car packed full to the brim, decided to travel by plane with her sister and the others, leaving the car to be driven back slowly by the driver.

Pei Yuanxi shared the scenery from their trip on Weibo, tagging the location and mentioning that Mu Xi had already reached a partnership with the local area to jointly develop a hot spring resort, and would regularly update her followers on the progress.

After wrapping everything up, Pei Yuanxi, along with Gu Qing and Wen Liang, traveled to another city for her film shoot.

When she first made the agreement with the entertainment industry’s investors, the movie would feature actual locations like city ruins and high towers.

Since the deal had been finalized, Pei Yuanxi arranged for people to begin construction right away, simply creating the basic outline of the city and its model, and then applying explosives to demolish certain parts.

All of this was monitored by her studio’s staff, and a few days ago, when Old Zhang heard that the location was ready, he couldn’t wait to bring the crew there.

After the three of them arrived, without even having time to rest, Director Zhang immediately arranged for them to go for makeup and start filming.

However, Pei Yuanxi and her group didn’t complain. Just as they had planned, the three of them were determined to finish the shoot as soon as possible.

Wen Liang and Bai Zhou parted ways, as Bai Zhou had to return to oversee some matters at the studio. It didn’t matter much to them at first, but as soon as they separated, Wen Liang felt a void in her heart.

For Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing, it was fine because they could still be together. The problem was that they had built the set in an uninhabited area, so Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing could shoot their scenes there together.

But staying in a hotel in that desolate place was worse than staying in a tent.

This meant that Gu Qing couldn’t try her scenes with Pei Yuanxi at night.

Not only was it difficult to try scenes, but she even had to be careful with the timing if she wanted to visit Pei Yuanxi’s tent.

Of course, staying longer was possible, as long as Wen Liang came along. The three of them could stay in one tent without anyone suspecting anything.

But then the question arose: was Wen Liang willing?

She was already far from the one she loved, and now she had to be a third wheel, watching Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing’s sweet moments? That was worse than death.

So, in Director Zhang’s eyes, the three of them were working harder than anyone else, creating a driving force in the entire production. Even he, with his years of experience, couldn’t help but follow their lead.

Months flew by.

As Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing finished filming, the project was finally completed.

Now, it was time for post-production, which wasn’t Pei Yuanxi’s concern. She had her studio staff handle it.

Coincidentally, the filming wrapped just before the New Year.

Everyone in the crew felt both relief and frustration.

The frustration was that it was winter, especially in the uninhabited zone, where the temperature was cold enough to freeze someone solid.

Even Pei Yuanxi and the others felt it.

During this period, both Bai Zhou and Pei Muchen sent the crew a lot of warm supplies.

Actually, Wen Liang’s scenes had been wrapped up long ago, but when she heard that Bai Zhou was coming to help Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing, she decided to stay behind and take on the role of their manager.

She had already gotten used to the cold, so it was better for her to endure it than to let Bai Zhou come.

Regardless of Bai Zhou’s thoughts on the matter, Pei Yuanxi teased Wen Liang with a smile: “You really care about your own treasure!”

Even Gu Qing was surprised. She had initially thought that Wen Liang and Bai Zhou’s relationship was just a matter of routine.

Speaking of which, the crew was relieved that they managed to wrap up before the New Year. This way, they wouldn’t have to return to this miserable place after the holidays.

Now, they sincerely thanked Pei Yuanxi and her group for their tireless effort.

Old Zhang, being shrewd, left the planning of the wrap party to Pei Yuanxi, and she didn’t hold back, booking a whole estate for the crew to eat, drink, and have fun.

Everyone in the crew stood in the estate, deeply moved, tears almost in their eyes. They all knew how much hardship they had endured over the past few months. Everyone’s opinion of Pei Yuanxi improved dramatically.

Even Gu Qing, who used to have people whispering about her being falsely aloof, was now described as an “ice queen.”

After the wrap party, Wen Liang said her goodbyes to Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing, and agreed to meet them in a couple of days to discuss contracts at Pei Yuanxi’s studio.

Pei Yuanxi and Gu Qing also booked tickets for a night flight home. Logically speaking, since they had already booked the entire estate, they could have stayed there.

But they both felt that since they could finally relax, it was better to return home and rest properly instead of waiting for the flight the next day.

Once they got back, they exchanged goodnight greetings in the middle of the two villas and returned to their respective homes.

Pei Yuanxi took a comfortable bath and felt a sense of joy spread through her body.

If it hadn’t been for the large stash of skincare products, her skin would’ve been chapped and cracked from the cold in the uninhabited zone.

After the bath, she was about to turn off the lights and go to sleep when she heard the doorbell. She checked her phone’s surveillance camera and saw Gu Qing standing at the door, holding a pillow, waiting patiently.

Pei Yuanxi quickly opened the door and let Gu Qing in.

As Gu Qing entered, she saw Pei Yuanxi standing in the hallway on the second floor, resting her chin in her hand, watching her. Pei Yuanxi greeted her: “Hello~”

Gu Qing pursed her lips, and wearing slippers, climbed up to the second floor. As she passed Pei Yuanxi, she didn’t stop but directly entered Pei Yuanxi’s room and laid the pillow on the bed.

“Cough, cough, cough…”

Pei Yuanxi’s face flushed a little, realizing that she hadn’t kissed Gu Qing in months!

They were too busy with filming, but now… seeing Gu Qing, who had just showered, looking soft and fragrant, Pei Yuanxi shamelessly thought—

“Why are you dazed? Go to bed.” Gu Qing interrupted her thoughts.

Pei Yuanxi snapped back to reality and saw Gu Qing already burrowing into the bed, only her bright eyes visible.

“Okay, okay.”

Pei Yuanxi clumsily walked to the other side of the bed.

“Turn off the light.”

“Okay.”

“Click,” the light went out, and the room was filled with darkness and silence.

Pei Yuanxi couldn’t sleep, tossing and turning in bed.

Gu Qing couldn’t take it anymore and gave Pei Yuanxi a tap. Pei Yuanxi finally became quiet, then suddenly sat up, startling Gu Qing.

“Ah Qing, are you asleep? I can’t sleep…”

“Can’t sleep? Go to the balcony and get some fresh air.”

“Ah Qing, I’m cold…”

“Cold… what do you want to do about it?”

The room went silent for a moment, then Pei Yuanxi whispered, “I need a hug.”

Gu Qing almost laughed out loud, thinking how bad the excuse was.

But then, seeing Pei Yuanxi’s bright eyes in the dark, her heart softened.

Still, Gu Qing pretended she didn’t hear, asking, “What did you mumble? I didn’t hear.”

Pei Yuanxi squeezed her fist, slightly moving toward Gu Qing’s side.

“I need a hug.”

“I still didn’t hear.”

Knowing Gu Qing was teasing her, Pei Yuanxi took a deep breath and, in a soft voice, said, “Ah Qing, hug me, I want a hug!”

After saying that, Pei Yuanxi completely let go of herself and directly crawled into Gu Qing’s arms, wrapping herself around her.

Gu Qing: …

Gu Qing couldn’t help but laugh, but still gently patted Pei Yuanxi’s head, saying, “Alright, alright, hug you, that should keep you warm.”

Pei Yuanxi buried her head in Gu Qing’s chest, rubbing against her, and after a while, she whispered, “Ah Qing… my lips are dry.”

“Your lips are dry? What should we do?”

“I need a kiss.”

Gu Qing took a deep breath, “Don’t push your luck!”

“A kiss will help me sleep.”

“Really?”

“Really!”

“You’re not lying?”

“Lying is for little dogs!”

Gu Qing chuckled softly and, with her fingers, lifted Pei Yuanxi’s chin, kissing her.

The two of them, side by side, felt the warmth of each other’s lips and listened to the beating of each other’s hearts…

Their lips slowly parted, and Gu Qing lowered her eyelids, gently tracing Pei Yuanxi’s lips with her finger: “Alright, that’s enough. Can we sleep now?”

Pei Yuanxi didn’t answer, burying her head back into Gu Qing’s embrace.

Gu Qing relaxed, relieved that Pei Yuanxi had calmed down. She was afraid Pei Yuanxi might ask for more…

Earlier, she had promised to wear the bunny girl outfit when she saw Pei Yuanxi, but if Pei Yuanxi wanted it now, Gu Qing was afraid she wouldn’t be able to resist.

Now that the filming was finished, Gu Qing already had a plan in mind.

She was going to tell Pei Yuanxi her feelings on New Year’s Eve after their family dinner. And she would reveal the truth about being a time traveler.

If Pei Yuanxi believed her and accepted her, then she would wear the bunny girl outfit.

But what if Pei Yuanxi didn’t believe her or was uncomfortable with it…?

Gu Qing didn’t know what to do.

She could always keep the secret, but that wouldn’t be fair to Pei Yuanxi. She couldn’t go on like that.

If she couldn’t trust her, how could they love each other?

She hoped Pei Yuanxi would trust her and keep her secret, just like the bunny girl outfit quietly waiting in her luggage for that day.

Gu Qing’s mind was in turmoil, but Pei Yuanxi wasn’t the same…

She was intoxicated by the scent of the face wash and felt a little dazed.

Unable to control herself, Pei Yuanxi buried her face in Gu Qing’s chest again and inhaled deeply…

Gu Qing, completely stunned by Pei Yuanxi’s actions, clenched her fists, gritted her teeth, and asked, “Pei Yuanxi, are you a pervert?!”

In her dazed state, Pei Yuanxi didn’t hear what Gu Qing said, her mind completely focused on one thing: the smell.

Fortunately, the lights were off, or Pei Yuanxi’s heart would have fluttered again from seeing Gu Qing’s embarrassed expression.