Chapter 9, Teacher Gu, I would like to withdraw from your course

But before she had time to grieve, Bai Shijiu approached and silently replaced her old hot towel with a new one

Little did she expect that when Lin Chuxia returned with a glass of water, she would witness such a scene: the big star Yu Zinuo was practically leaning over Gu Jiuyou, and the two of them were already so intimate that it was hard to imagine them being any closer. Lin Chuxia couldn't help but suspect that the hospital bed was about to be crushed by the two of them.

In addition, there were quite a few female celebrities surrounding Gu Jiu You, all of whom were vying to curry favor with him. They were seen offering him water and apples, providing service that was nothing short of five-star. What was even more outrageous was that, whether intentional or accidental, someone slipped and fell directly onto Gu Jiu You, inadvertently sharing half of his space with Yu Zi Nuo. Following this, the person feigned a look of deep apology and softly said: "I’m so sorry, Gu screenwriter, the floor is too slippery, did I hurt you? However, Gu screenwriter, you have a great physique; although you appear somewhat thin, your muscles are very firm!"

However, upon meeting Lin Chuxia's bewildered expression, he could not bear to continue the entanglement, so he could only sigh and say: "Let's order."

After venting a lengthy string of curses, Lin Chuxia felt considerably relieved, yet she calmly ignored their hostility, turned around, and left with a powerful slam of the door

I..." Lin Chuxia hesitated for a long time, finally managing to say, "I came to take care of you." She was not truly at a loss for words, but when she wanted to express her concern for him, the image of him being surrounded by beautiful women inexplicably came to mind, and thus jealousy surged forth, momentarily overshadowing most of her worries

However, throughout the meal, Lin Chuxia's forced smile did not escape An Jiemo's notice. Yet, when he asked her, she remained silent, and he could only do his utmost to cheer her up

After greeting each other from a distance, the two individuals walked through the campus, yet remained silent throughout the journey

Lin Chuxia was both surprised and delighted, quickly trying to please, saying: "Alright, alright, alright! Thank you for your hard work, mentor! You must be thirsty, let me get you a glass of water."

Jie Mo, thank you. This time, she smiled sincerely. At this moment, after An Jie Mo's guidance, Lin Chuxia also decided to give up the course led by Gu Jiu You, and bid farewell to the damned Gu Jiu You, the director, and everything in the entertainment industry

Even if he needs to explain her dislike, he should not casually determine who she likes

Due to severe dehydration, the doctor specifically instructed Gu Jiu You to rest well in the hospital for a week, thus placing the heavy responsibility of the script once again on Lin Chuxia.

Thus, Lin Chuxia had no choice but to answer the phone herself: "Hello, it's me. I'm fine now, the fever has subsided, so you don't need to worry."

The address was the same as usual, yet the tone was deliberately distant, as if a boundary had been drawn between the two. Gu Jiuyou looked up at her in silence; even though he was certain that the person in her heart was An Jiemu, it was only when she admitted it herself that he belatedly realized how painful it was for his heart to hear a truth he already knew being confirmed by her.

The entire process was completed in one go, startling all the stars in the ward who were preening and posing.

No! It should not be described as gentle laughter and soft words; what is clearly displayed on the faces of these women is an unmistakably flirtatious smile

He was somewhat surprised, but soon turned coldly towards her and asked her淡淡地: "What are you here for?"

However, Lin Chuxia did not expect that when she returned with the script, she would once again encounter her nemesis, Yu Zinuo. In an instant, a flame of anger ignited in Lin Chuxia's heart, but before she could step over the threshold, the two people in the hospital room had already engaged in a passionate kiss.

Lin Chuxia knew that Bai Shijiu was uncontrollably sad, yet she desperately controlled her words and actions, trying her best not to let her notice.

What does it have to do with Guan Anjie?

This time, it is not only that she misunderstood Lin Chuxia as being 'untrustworthy' and falling in love with An Jiemo, but she is also very concerned that they have started a relationship while deliberately keeping it from her. She pretends not to care, yet inside, she is heartbroken.

At that moment, Bai Shijiu realized that she had wronged Lin Chuxia, so she hurriedly apologized: "I am sorry, Chuxia, I wronged you. It is all my fault. In fact, Jie Mo likes you and not me, so I should not blame you."

After a round of speculation, Lin Chuxia ultimately concluded that Gu Jiuyou was merely finding a reasonable excuse for her "dislike". On the other hand, An Jiemo, who was already a popular star, was someone who could compete with him, serving as a valid excuse for her not to like him.

02

"Bai Shijiu!" Lin Chuxia immediately pouted, "I just want to eat barbecue!"

Due to her anger, Lin Chuxia had not visited Gu Jiuyou in the hospital for several days. She did not answer his calls, nor did she respond to the director's calls, which she also ignored. After that, her phone fell into a quiet state; having been ignored for several days, neither Gu Jiuyou nor the director called again. Although Lin Chuxia felt a bit lost after her phone became quiet, she quickly thought to herself, it is just a few credits, at most she would have to work a little harder next semester. In any case, she did not want to continue in this ambiguous relationship with Gu Jiuyou, while also having to endure his flirtations with those other women.

Lin Chuxia initially wanted to refuse, but upon hearing the last sentence from An Jiemo, she felt unable to decline. Therefore, she cautiously glanced at Bai Shijiu and, seeing her unconcerned smile, finally agreed to An Jiemo.

You... Gu Jiuyao inexplicably became increasingly angry, snorted coldly, and then instructed her, "Go back to the dormitory and get the script; if you don't write it soon, there will be a gap in the performance."

Thinking of this, Lin Chuxia could not bear to get up and spoke again: "Nineteen..."

Seeing Lin Chuxia truly smile, An Jiemo's heart also settled down

The world began to fall silent after her voice had faded away

He risked being recognized and took Lin Chuxia to the amusement park, accompanying her in playing some childish and boring games. He specifically searched for videos online and learned a few simple magic tricks, but deliberately performed them poorly just to make her laugh heartily. He knew that food was her greatest joy, so he spared no effort in taking her all over the city to find those hidden shops with high ratings online. Moreover, he was willing to sacrifice his own image to make a fool of himself for her. Thus, when Lin Chuxia saw An Jiemo, dressed as a clown, comically dancing to "Little Apple" on the side of the road, she still laughed with understanding.

The reason for the misunderstanding is that Bai Shijiu was genuinely mistaken, especially after seeing the two together last night; she truly believed that Lin Chuxia had accepted An Jiemo. Even after waking up, when Lin Chuxia's first words were an explanation, she merely took it as a lie born out of guilt, so she deliberately pretended to believe it and continued to joke as if nothing had happened.

When Lin Chuxia received a call from the hospital nurse, she was leisurely napping in her dormitory. Upon hearing the nurse say that Gu Jiuyou had a high fever, her heart leapt to her throat, its intense beating indicating her concern. She hurriedly got up and immediately rushed to the hospital

However, how could someone as confident and high above others as Gu Jiu You feel jealous

Ah? Lin Chuxia had a look of inexplicable betrayal on her face. An Jiemo did not need to ask in detail to know that she must not have taken that matter to heart

Lin Chuxia thought to herself that it would be fine even if this fever did not subside, because Bai Shijiu would take care of her. However, in the next moment, she recalled her recent close interactions with An Jiemo, and how Bai Shijiu had just witnessed their ambiguous moment tonight. Her brows slightly furrowed. She felt very guilty towards Bai Shijiu, even though her relationship with An Jiemo was truly just that of close friends, and although Bai Shijiu had not inquired about it on the surface, she knew that Bai Shijiu's silence was due to his sadness.

She feels that having a male best friend like Anjiemo is truly her good fortune

When An Jiamei arrived at the restaurant, she happened to see Lin Chuxia resting her head on the table, her face filled with worry

Looking at the clown makeup on An Jiemo's face, which had become unrecognizable, Lin Chuxia felt a desire to laugh. However, upon hearing his tender and caring words, she instead felt like crying

However, she has only just begun to awaken in a dazed manner now

Even in silence, Lin Chuxia could still see the concern in Bai Shijiu's eyes

She cares about herself

Unexpectedly, after reading the script, Gu Jiu You merely said, "Leave it to the director," and then there were no further words.

Suddenly, he became somewhat angry, and his tone immediately turned displeased: "Last time I said we should try dating."

At that time, Gu Jiuyou's face was pale, and he had lost quite a bit of weight compared to the last time Lin Chuxia saw him. In this moment, although he was asleep, his brows were tightly furrowed, as if troubled by something. Lin Chuxia looked at him and couldn't help but reach out to gently stroke his brow, hoping to soothe his melancholy.

In Lin Chuxia's eyes, this kiss is mutually desired

She began to admit that she had fallen in love with Gu Jiuyou, but she felt that acknowledging it was more painful than denying it.

Lin Chuxia immediately felt embarrassed and apologetic, softly saying, "I am sorry"

Just as Bai Shijiu felt a sense of guilt, Lin Chuxia, with a beaming smile, reached out and pressed her hand against her forehead: "There is no need to say sorry anymore. In fact, I am also at fault. During this time, I have been too close to Jie Mo, so it is normal for you to misunderstand."

Bai Shijiu shook his head and chuckled lightly, "Shall we go to the cafeteria for some congee?"

Well then. With a gentle sigh, An Jiemo, preoccupied with another matter, directly asked her: "You still haven't given me an answer regarding the matter I asked you to consider last time."

Thus, she had no choice but to fall silent once again, not because she feared being left without care, but because she could discern the underlying sadness concealed within Bai Shijiu's deliberately cold voice. If she spoke again, it would be all too easy for Bai Shijiu to break down in tears and run away. At such a late hour, she simply could not allow Bai Shijiu to wander outside the dormitory.

However, in the next moment, the smile on Bai Shijiu's face turned cunning: "But you just recovered from a fever, so today you can only have congee. I will treat you properly in a couple of days."

Throughout the entire night that followed, Bai Shijiu took care of her with tenderness and delicacy. Although the two did not exchange any words, Lin Chuxia was deeply moved. Therefore, when she woke up the next morning, she immediately told Bai Shijiu: "Shijiu, there is nothing between Jie Mo and me; he simply kindly escorted me back to the dormitory last night."

Since she is already attached to someone, he does not wish to reveal his own feelings and sadness, nor does he want to humiliate himself.

But now I realize that I was merely overthinking it

Due to the angle, Lin Chuxia could not see Gu Jiuyou's expression, but she could clearly see Yu Zinuo's gentle and charming smile, resembling a little bird, as well as the warm and sweet smiles of the other beautiful women.

After a long time, when Gu Jiuyou woke up from his slumber, the first thing he saw was Lin Chuxia

After Zinuo left, Gu Jiuyou looked at Lin Chuxia and asked, "Do you like me?"

An Jiemu's tenderness brought Lin Chuxia a sense of security, but thinking of Bai Shijiu, Lin Chuxia did not want to create any misunderstandings. Therefore, she urged Jiemu to leave. An Jiemu, feeling helpless from the urging, could only give her a few more reminders. However, just as he was about to leave, Bai Shijiu happened to return, and thus witnessed this ambiguous scene.

With a slight furrow of her brow, An Jiemo walked over quickly. Before even sitting down, she reached out to pinch her nose, asking affectionately, "What is bothering you?"

"Jiemai, where are you? I would like to invite you to dinner," Lin Chuxia said quickly after the call connected, not giving An Jiemai a chance to catch her breath. "Let's decide on a place; otherwise, we can go to the restaurant we visited last time. I can't wait to enjoy some delicious food."

Until An Jie finally broke the silence and said: "I will continue to be your male best friend."

Lin Chuxia was speechless

Then it's settled, see you later!" After hanging up the phone, Lin Chuxia went directly to the restaurant

With such thoughts, Lin Chuxia couldn't help but feel a bit sad

Is my heart uncomfortable because I cannot bear to see Gu Jiu You being so close to other women

Is that so? That's good! An Jiemow in the phone let out a sigh of relief, "Then why don't you come out, and we can take a walk? Although the fever has subsided, doing some exercise is also a good idea. Moreover, I have something I want to discuss with you."

However, isn't jealousy something that arises from a lack of self-confidence? It's akin to seeing a group of beautiful female celebrities surrounding him.

However, even with great effort, he could not force a smile. In fact, he did not even dare to meet her gaze, fearing that his proud self would appear utterly disheveled before her

03

Lin Chuxia was taken aback; a single sentence from Gu Jiuyou made her remember that it was not that she had already developed feelings for him yet was still in denial about it, but rather that she had already let go of this course and had vowed never to see Gu Jiuyou again. So what exactly was she doing now

Just as An Jiamei was delivering a late-night snack to Lin Chuxia, she carried her back to the dormitory from the study room.

"Please come the day after tomorrow." Bai Shijiu ignored her

Even if there was a misunderstanding and she felt jealous, she still could not be angry with herself

Bai Shijiu glanced at her silently and said, "No."

After Lin Chuxia was settled in bed, An Jiemo did not leave immediately; instead, she continued to take care of her by changing towels and boiling water.

Dressed as a clown, he immediately walked up to Lin Chuxia and handed her a large bouquet of balloons that he had prepared in advance, saying: "Xiao Chuxia, although I do not know why you are unhappy, I want to tell you that no matter what happens, I will be by your side. Of course, as a close friend. Also, Xiao Chuxia, no matter what unhappy things you encounter, you must not be sad for too long; if it lasts too long, I fear you will forget your true smile. There is no obstacle that cannot be overcome, Xiao Chuxia, you are not alone, I am here for you."

Bai Shijiu was puzzled and confused, so Lin Chuxia detailed the entire sequence of recent events to her.

Lin Chuxia thought to herself, and a surge of intense heat suddenly erupted in her chest. When she looked at Yu Zinuo, her curiosity about Gu Jiuyao's expression grew even stronger, but as she slightly turned her body to the side, her view was still obstructed by the women. Thus, Lin Chuxia couldn't help but imagine in her mind the gentle smile of Gu Jiuyao, who seemed to be both rejecting and inviting at the same time, and as a result, the fire in her chest grew increasingly intense

"Yes, it is all due to my poor taste." Lin Chuxia also smiled, and the atmosphere seemed to return to the time when Lin Chuxia was unaware of An Jiemo's feelings.

As soon as his words of blessing left his lips, she felt as if her heart had shattered into shards of glass, and the scattered sharp glass shards pierced her heart, with each moment of pain stabbing deep into her very being

After leaving the hospital, Lin Chuxia suddenly became aware that she had just forgotten to glance at Gu Jiuyou's expression. Therefore, she had no idea that while being surrounded by those women, Gu Jiuyou felt somewhat uncomfortable. She also did not know that when she appeared and began to subtly mock them, Gu Jiuyou was looking at her with a gentle smile, his face filled with affection. The only thing Lin Chuxia knew was that upon seeing that group of flirtatious beauties, her heart felt very uncomfortable, as if it were about to explode, and indeed, she truly "exploded".

She began to understand that this is what love is.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chuxia realized that she no longer minded, and immediately felt at ease, smilingly flattering, "Our Bai Shijiu is the most generous!"

Before she could finish her words, Bai Shijiu laughed and retorted, "Am I really that petty?"

Looking at the sickly Gu Jiuyou before her, Lin Chuxia couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache, having long forgotten the reason for her earlier anger, and only silently blaming herself for not coming to take care of him

So, have I fallen in love with Gu Jiu You?

Lin Chuxia was taken aback for a moment, and finally recalled this matter. With a difficult smile, Lin Chuxia politely declined: "Actually, Jie Mo, I think it would be great for us to be best friends."

However, every time she thinks of that day when Gu Jiu You was surrounded by beautiful women, she feels a pang of bitterness in her heart. She is not sure if it is intentional sulking or something else, but Lin Chuxia actually took the initiative to call An Jiemo to invite him out for dinner.

Lin Chuxia was immediately stunned; she thought that Bai Shijiu was about to completely sever ties with her this time.

Thus, unable to contain her excitement, Lin Chuxia skipped out of the hospital room

Although Bai Shijiu confessed his feelings for An Jiemo last time and understood that everything was not Lin Chuxia's fault, he was determined not to be jealous of Lin Chuxia anymore. However, Lin Chuxia continued to maintain a close relationship with An Jiemo, and he truly could not suppress his sadness and frustration.

At this point, the two individuals can be considered to have reconciled completely, with all past grievances having become a thing of the past

Lin Chuxia was silently fuming in her heart

After finishing her walk and returning to the dormitory, Lin Chuxia immediately reported to Bai Shijiu, saying: "Shijiu, I have some good news to tell you. Jie Mo just told me that he will continue to be my male best friend! This means that Jie Mo will no longer have feelings for me, and from now on, we will only be best friends."

Why should I be angry

However, Lin Chuxia never expected that just as she had finally let go of her stress, she suddenly developed a low fever

She hoped he would keep her, and even felt that if he were willing, she would unreservedly express her feelings regardless of the consequences. However, proud as Gu Jiuyou was, he ultimately did not retain her. In Lin Chuxia's anticipation, Gu Jiuyou, momentarily distracted, merely nodded slightly and said: "Alright"

She immediately began to speculate that Gu Jiuyou was feeling jealous

Does this count as... passing directly

On the other end of the phone, An Jiemo was momentarily taken aback, but it was clear without thinking that Lin Chuxia must have been provoked in some way, otherwise she would not have said such a thing. However, An Jiemo also wanted to see her, especially since he had confessed his feelings but had yet to receive her answer. Thus, he smiled gently and agreed, saying, "Sure, as long as Xiao Chuxia wants to eat, we can go out anytime."

If you want to feel muscles, just go buy an old hen

Gu Jiu You, however, stubbornly refused to let her see even the slightest hint of his feelings, even forcing himself to say: "I wish you all the best"

Thus, this unpleasant topic comes to an end

Are you feeling jealous

Not daring to let her thoughts wander any further, Lin Chuxia hurriedly cut off her train of thought. After taking a deep breath, she headed straight for the bus station

Lin Chuxia was taken aback for a moment, but then her heart warmed, and she softly called out, "Nineteen, I..." However, before she could say anything further, Bai Shijiu淡淡地 commanded her, "Do not speak." Thus, she silently closed her mouth, yet her eyes remained fixed on Bai Shijiu.

Lin Chuxia was startled, touched her nose, and forced a smile: "No, I was just thinking about what to eat."

Bai Shijiu smiled slightly and no longer insisted on apologizing, simply saying: "Alright, to make amends, I will treat you to barbecue!"

However, equally stubborn and also avoiding eye contact out of fear was Lin Chuxia. With tears in her eyes, she spoke in a restrained and calm voice, saying: "I accept your blessings. However, Teacher Gu, I would like to give up your course; I will no longer be your assistant in the future"

She smiled, but An Jiemo saw through the loneliness in her smile at a glance. His intuition told him that Lin Chuxia was unhappy, but she used "no" to conceal it. Therefore, An Jiemo also understood that since she did not speak, asking further would not yield any answers.

"What are you apologizing for?" An Jiemu continued to smile, but with an added hint of cheekiness, "If you look down on me, it just means your taste is lacking."

Although Lin Chuxia rejected him, he still cared about her. Knowing that she was unhappy, he could not just ignore her, so he asked her out for several consecutive days

Upon leaving the dormitory, Lin Chuxia saw An Jiemo, who was wearing a baseball cap and a mask

However, she merely called out the name Bai Shijiu and was coldly warned: "If you speak again, I will no longer care about you"

Thus, in order to elicit a smile from his beloved Lin Chuxia, An Jiemo went to great lengths to amuse her

Lin Chuxia had never expected Gu Jiuyou to bless her and An Jiemo

As soon as Bai Shijiu's question fell, Lin Chuxia's phone rang; it was a call from An Jiemo. Knowing that An Jiemo was calling to check on her, Lin Chuxia, feeling somewhat guilty, handed the phone to Bai Shijiu and said, "Shijiu, you listen."

Regarding An Jiemo's invitation, although Lin Chuxia did not refuse, she had been forcing a smile from the very beginning. Based on An Jiemo's understanding of Lin Chuxia, he could see through the authenticity of her smile at a glance; even if she smiled brightly, he could still perceive the sorrow deeply buried in her eyes.

It is the expected answer, yet even though it was anticipated, Anjiemo still felt somewhat sad

I understand. Bai Shijiu smiled calmly, once again looking down on her own narrow-mindedness.

Gu Jiu You immediately pushed Yu Zi Nuo aside. Yu Zi Nuo smiled, not at all bothered by Lin Chu Xia's rudeness, and contentedly said to Gu Jiu You: "I will go buy you something to eat"

What does having firm muscles matter to you

When I saw Gu Jiu You, he was lying down receiving an intravenous drip

Her calm tone made Lin Chuxia doubt whether she was angry: "Nineteen, you are angry, aren't you? Please don't be angry, okay? I and..."

Upon hearing about the barbecue, Lin Chuxia's eyes immediately lit up: "Great, great!"

A continuous stream of words, loud and unrelenting, left the beautiful women present feeling both angry and speechless, fearing that a retort would tarnish their image in Gu Jiu You's eyes. They could only endure in silence, each one glaring at Lin Chuxia with indignation.

Sometimes, sadness is an uncontrollable emotion

Oh. Lin Chuxia initially wanted to refuse, but upon seeing Gu Jiuyou's pale face, she truly could not bear to do so

Thus, as if deliberately sulking, Lin Chuxia smiled and said, "Teacher Gu, I indeed like An Jiemo."

This time, Lin Chuxia had learned her lesson; she did not waste any time and worked through two consecutive nights to finally complete the latest episode's script. Of course, she did not rush directly to the film crew this time. Instead, as soon as she finished the script, she hurried to the hospital to submit it to Gu Jiuyou for review, fearing that the same situation as last time would occur, where he criticized her script as clichéd and tedious.

Having sorted out her thoughts, Lin Chuxia coldly denied: "How is that possible"

The expectation in Gu Jiu You's eyes suddenly turned to ashes, and his complexion instantly became even paler. With a helpless self-deprecating smile, he repeatedly said: "Yes, how could you possibly like me? You should like An Jie Mo."

Perhaps her movements disturbed his dreams, and Gu Jiuyou could not help but let out a low, pained grunt. Lin Chuxia thought he had woken up, so she hurriedly withdrew her hand, but after staring at him for quite a while, he still did not awaken

But in reality, it was just a case of Zinuo forcefully pushing forward, leading to a misunderstanding. Lin Chuxia, who had directly entered the room, stood in front of Gu Jiuyou and immediately kicked the medical bed with great force. Her toes throbbed with pain, and taking advantage of this excruciating sensation, tears of grievance began to swirl in her eyes. However, she did not utter a single word of "ouch" and instead shouted at the two of them, "Aren't you ashamed to be affectionate in a hospital?"

But in an instant, I recalled the magazine cover I had seen at his home, remembering the large cross he had drawn over Anjiamei on the cover

It is not sadness that brings tears, but rather overwhelming joy that causes them to flow

Lin Chuxia was taken aback by the words, yet she said nothing. As if understanding her doubts, An Jiemo smiled slightly and said: "I know that you do not like me, and I certainly cannot force you. It seems that it would be better for me to stay by your side as a friend."

01

However, when she wanted to calm down, she couldn't help but recall the rumors she had heard earlier in the crew about Gu Jiu You's infidelity. In an instant, her anger surged, and she quickly stepped forward, holding a cup of water in one hand and unceremoniously pushing aside the beautiful women to clear a path for herself. Upon reaching Gu Jiu You, Lin Chuxia forcefully placed the cup on the table, her disdainful gaze sweeping over the crowd of beauties, and then she coldly shouted with a tone full of jealousy, "What are you all arguing about? Do you think this is a vegetable market? Each of you is like a middle-aged woman haggling over prices?" At this point, Lin Chuxia, feeling the thrill of the drama, feigned a weak and delicate voice, "Oh, boss lady, this chicken has such firm muscles! Can I touch the muscles of that chicken?" Each utterance of "muscles" was clearly a mockery of the outrageous and pretentious actress from earlier. After saying this, she herself shivered slightly, and immediately switched back to a cold tone, continuing, "They say one woman is worth five hundred ducks; with so many ducks here, how can Gu Jiu You rest? Also, why bring so many flowers? Are you here to pay respects? Gu Jiu You is doing just fine, he’s not dead; are you cursing him?"