The time for filming passed quickly, as it was a film project with a tight storyline, originally planned to be completed in two months, but it actually wrapped up one month ahead of schedule.
During that one month, ever since their relationship was established, Yu Luobai had become increasingly clingy, being more blatant about it on the set, hugging and leaning on her, even stealing kisses during breaks.
Director Xiao and Peng He were getting tired of watching it, feeling aesthetically fatigued, as they had known these two for so long, but this was the first time they had seen Yu Luobai be so lovey-dovey in a relationship.
In contrast, He Yi was inwardly worried, fearing that their relationship was developing too well, and if they were to break up in the future, their artist might attempt suicide again, which she wouldn't be able to handle, living in constant trepidation.
The crew members were on the frontline of shipping the couple, some even taking out their phones to take photos, as the two had not officially announced their relationship, so it had not been made public yet.
Ji Nian felt somewhat embarrassed at first, but after spending so much time with Yu Luobai, sticking to him day after day, she had thickened her skin, although she was still frequently flustered and her heart would race when he teased her.
At the wrap-up dinner in the evening, Peng He cheerfully sang with He Yi, and Director Xiao also got lively with the crew members.
Ji Nian, not being able to hold her liquor, initially had no intention of drinking, but found the red wine in front of her quite delicious, not realizing how strong its aftereffect was.
By the time everyone had sobered up, they found her sitting in her seat, swaying her head in a daze.
He Yi, amused and exasperated, helped her up and said, "Sister, why did you drink so much?"
Director Xiao, seeing the empty bottles on the table, laughed and said, "This wine is good, sweet, but has a strong aftereffect. Little Nian got carried away."
"Director Xiao, you all keep enjoying yourselves, I'll take her back," He Yi said, supporting the woman.
"Let me carry her back," Yu Luobai said, with a helpless look in his eyes, as he had only left her for a while, and she had already gotten drunk.
He Yi's heart skipped a beat, this won't do, as her boyfriend's relationship, Ji Nian had gotten drunk, what if something unspeakable were to happen...
"No, no, no, you're the lead actor, you can't leave early. I'll take little Nian back," He Yi shook her head, a hint of wariness in her eyes.
Yu Luobai could see her thoughts, and just felt that this manager was honest, and would protect her artist.
"Since Nian has a boyfriend to take her back, don't bother, come, let's sing together," Peng He quickly pulled He Yi away.
"That's right, Luobai is strong, he can carry or piggyback her back, you're a girl, it'll be too much trouble for you to just support her," Director Xiao chimed in, providing backup.
He Yi was in a dilemma, not knowing whether to leave or stay.
"I'll take good care of her," Yu Luobai looked at He Yi, his eyes sincere, just wanting to assure her not to overthink it.
He Yi was taken aback, realizing that her thoughts had been seen through, feeling a bit embarrassed, she nodded awkwardly and said, "Okay."
Yu Luobai took the woman in his arms, easily carrying her in a bridal hold, and she clung to his neck in a daze, her gaze vacant.
"Looks like I'll have to keep a close eye on you," Yu Luobai found her drunk look rather cute, her cheeks flushed red.
Ji Nian, feeling dizzy, nestled in his embrace.
Back at the hotel, Yu Luobai placed the woman on the bed, helping her remove her shoes and jacket, and tucking her in.
"Good night, Nian Nian," Yu Luobai looked at her clear eyes and dazed expression, smiling as he leaned down and gently kissed her.
Ji Nian grabbed his hand, not letting him leave, still with a silly smile, "Teacher Yu, let's sleep together."
Yu Luobai sighed helplessly, tapping her head, "You're drunk."
Ji Nian shook her head, rolled over, and clung to him, pulling his hand to play with.
Yu Luobai saw her being restless, helped her cover up again, and said seriously, "Go to sleep."
"No, I want to sleep together," Ji Nian pouted, looking quite dejected.
Yu Luobai's eyes flashed with a hint of concealed emotion, leaning in closer, and said, "Be obedient, you should sleep."
Ji Nian shook her head, sitting up and pulling him down with force.
Yu Luobai, caught off guard, ended up lying down, looking bewildered, and before he could react, she had naturally nestled herself on his chest, her fluffy head moving about.
He chuckled helplessly, not expecting her to be so rambunctious when drunk.
"Nian Nian, stop fooling around."
Ji Nian saw that his legs weren't on the bed yet, so she sat up again, pulled his legs onto the bed, and even threw his slippers aside, carefully adjusting his position.
Yu Luobai had no choice but to let her have her way, and said, "Nian Nian, we can't sleep together like this now."
Ji Nian didn't understand, staring at him blankly, "Why not?"
"Because you're drunk," Yu Luobai sat up, gently patting her head.
"I'm not drunk," Ji Nian shook her head, then pushed him back down, lying on top of him like an octopus, murmuring softly, "Good night, Teacher Yu."
Yu Luobai chuckled helplessly, thinking that he'd wait for her to fall asleep and then leave. So he held her, gently patting her back to lull her to sleep.
Ji Nian, feeling drowsy, buried her face in his neck, sensing a pleasant fragrance, and mumbled, "It smells good."
Yu Luobai hugged her, softly saying, "Don't move around, sleep properly."
Ji Nian pouted, tightening her embrace, then closed her eyes and drifted off.
Yu Luobai also yawned, his hand still gently patting her back. Once he felt her fall asleep, he gave her a light kiss.
He tried to get up, but found that he couldn't move at all, as she had clung to him tightly, her legs wrapped around his waist.
Ji Nian felt him stir and hugged him even tighter, mumbling, "Don't move."
Yu Luobai froze, a hint of concealed emotion flashing in his eyes, then he naturally embraced her.
He reached out to tidy up the blanket, planning to stay like this for the night, since he couldn't leave anyway, right? He couldn't help but smile, suddenly feeling extremely happy, realizing that sleeping with the person he loved felt this way, his heart completely filled.
The next morning, the sunlight from the window lit up the room, and Ji Nian opened her eyes, only to suddenly find a hand blocking her view.
"You're awake," Yu Luobai helped shield her from the glaring sunlight, smiling.
Ji Nian was taken aback, mechanically turning her head to see that she was lying in the man's arms, utterly shocked.
"I, you, you..." She sat up abruptly.
Yu Luobai's expression was gentle, as he smiled and said, "Do you remember what happened last night?"
Ji Nian's mind went blank, did she black out? She looked at her own clothes, and asked somewhat dazedly, "Did we... do anything?"
Yu Luobai chuckled, sitting up as well, tapping her forehead, and said helplessly, "Last night, you got drunk and insisted on sleeping with me."
Ji Nian's face flushed red, feeling a bit embarrassed to look at him, and said, "I..."
Yu Luobai pulled her into his embrace, kissed her lips, then buried his face in her neck, chuckling, "Good morning, Nian Nian."
Ji Nian's heart warmed, and she tentatively placed her hands on his waist, softly saying, "Good morning."
"Let's get up, we need to pack our bags to go back to Jingdu today," Yu Luobai was reluctant to let go of her.
"We're going back to Jingdu so soon?" Ji Nian was still a bit disoriented.
Yu Luobai pinched her cheek, "The wrap-up dinner was last night, of course we need to go back."
Ji Nian, still groggy from just waking up, obediently nodded, "Alright, let's get up then."
Yu Luobai chuckled, helping her put on her slippers, then with a strong arm, he pulled her into his embrace.
Ji Nian was startled, wrapping her arms around his neck, and said, "Professor Yu, I can walk on my own."
"I want to hold you," Yu Luobai said with an upturned smile.
