Chapter 20: Why Does Sister Mi Repay Kindness with Enmity?

“Calm down, calm down.”
“Cover yourself well with the quilt, or you’ll catch a cold.”

Zhang Li picked up the quilt and tucked Liu Shishi in, then gently helped her lie back down.

“Am I still a bad woman?” Liu Shishi’s eyes locked onto Zhang Li’s, sharp and clear despite her usual nearsighted, dull look.

“Of course not,” Zhang Li said softly. “My dear wife, you’re just thinking about our future—I understand.”

“Wife? Who’s your wife?” Liu Shishi’s voice unintentionally rose, her cheeks flushing again. “Don’t call me that.”

“We’re like this already, and you don’t want me to call you that?” Zhang Li lifted the quilt slightly. “You enjoyed everything and now want to deny it? Still claim you’re not a bad woman?”

“You take advantage of me every day with massages, and then you kiss me afterward. You’ve been scheming against me for a long time, haven’t you?”

Liu Shishi’s whole body felt aflame.

Indeed, she had been honest with Zhang Li before.

But her taking the initiative was undeniable, and thinking about it made her blush.

Although she was shy, she was straightforward. With a determined heart, she pressed a kiss to Zhang Li’s forehead. “I’m not denying it. What I mean is, you call me husband, and I’ll call you wife instead.”

Zhang Li: “...”

“Well, that’s not impossible,” Zhang Li’s eyes gleamed playfully. “As long as the day comes when you’re the one begging for mercy.”

Liu Shishi: !

How could he talk like that, how could he...

“Fine!” Liu Shishi’s eyes suddenly lit up, her tone serious. “I agree.”

She suddenly remembered her secret advantage.

Little Zhang Li was very domineering, which made things tough for her.

If she hadn’t trained in dance from a young age and developed flexibility, the first time would have nearly killed her.

She could feel Zhang Li’s tenderness, and that part of “little Zhang Li” that he hadn’t fully unleashed.

Because of that, she could endure going through their ritual multiple times, which strengthened her constitution!

With her improving physique, one day she would win!

“If one day you beg for mercy, I’ll be the husband. For now, I’ll be your wife.” Liu Shishi pinched Zhang Li’s cheek.

Zhang Li: “...”

Where does this mysterious confidence come from in this woman?

“Deal.”

After some more affectionate moments with Liu Shishi, Zhang Li reluctantly headed to the bathroom.

If he’d known it would go so smoothly, he should have made a move on Liu Shishi a few days earlier.

Now, just as he’d tasted the sweet fruit, he had to go back to school and abstain for a while.

“Call me every night.”

After Zhang Li packed, Liu Shishi sat on the bed and made a gesture to him.

She had wanted to get up and help him pack, but as soon as she tried to stand, she realized she had overestimated herself.

“Of course. If anything comes up, I’ll text you.”

“If you have an emergency and I can’t be reached, call Xiao Yu.”

Zhang Li came back and kissed Liu Shishi heavily on the forehead, then put on his sunglasses and left with flair.

Hearing the door close behind him, Liu Shishi picked up her phone and called her personal assistant to ask for leave from the film crew.

There was no way she could shoot today, but fortunately, her scenes were few and could be moved to the next day.

“Phew.”

After hanging up, Liu Shishi frowned and slowly walked to the bathroom.

“Huh!?”

After washing her hands, Liu Shishi noticed she looked better than usual.

Radiant, as if a filter had been applied—her bare face now looked as good as when she wore light makeup.

The acne from recent late nights had disappeared, and the scars from one spot had faded considerably.

“Is this from the three constitution boosts or the three detox and beauty treatments?”

Her heart raced as she cupped her cheeks, pleasantly surprised.

Did this mean that as long as she stayed affectionate with Zhang Li, she would keep getting more beautiful?

Even if she didn’t become more beautiful, maintaining her looks or staying youthful like Lin Xiaozhi and Teacher He would be nice.

“Looks like I’ll have to cling to him more,” Liu Shishi thought, her heart stirring with desire.

But soon, a hint of panic crossed her face. “I’m still in my safe period, but the danger period is approaching. Please don’t be pregnant.”

With trepidation, Liu Shishi returned to bed, ready to sleep a little longer.

Meanwhile, Zhang Li had met up with Yang Mi and they were heading to the airport together.

“Did Shishi give you a massage again last night?” Yang Mi asked knowingly.

“Yeah, and her skills are improving,” Zhang Li smiled at her. “All thanks to me.”

“I’ll have to find a chance to get a massage from her,” Yang Mi’s eyes sparkled. “I just like to enjoy things that are ready-made.”

Zhang Li glanced at her, thinking, Why should my wife give you a massage?

“What’s that look?” Yang Mi kicked Zhang Li playfully.

“I think you’re dreaming. Why on earth would Shishi give you a massage?” Zhang Li said bluntly.

Yang Mi’s fists twitched; she really wanted to punch something.

Had she been too eager to gain experience from him lately, been overly nice, and made him think he could be so casual with her?

“Here, this is for you.”

Zhang Li pulled out a cup of coffee like a magician and handed it to her.

“Hmph.” Yang Mi smiled contentedly. “You’re surprisingly sensible. I won’t hold it against you.”

Zhang Li smiled and stopped teasing, instead asking about the general situation on the Beijing Film Academy campus.

Earlier this year, he had taken the entrance exams for the Beijing Film Academy, Central Academy of Drama, and Shanghai Theatre Academy, achieving first place in both the cultural and professional exams.

The reason he chose the Beijing Film Academy was its relatively lenient management, which made it easier to take leave for filming.

Unlike the other two schools, which generally didn’t allow students to shoot films outside campus during their freshman and sophomore years unless under special circumstances.

“You should have toured the school during your exam,” Yang Mi said.

“There’s no need for me to say much; the Beijing Film Academy traditionally pairs seniors with juniors.”

“Each department has senior students assigned as guides. You just need to find a sophomore to show you around.”

“I just got a notice that I need to stop by the company first and will return to school in the afternoon, so after landing, we’ll have to separate.”

Yang Mi quickly summarized the situation.

Zhang Li: “...”

So what was the point of you insisting on coming to the capital with me today?

Well, thinking about last night’s intimate encounter, he decided to be magnanimous and not mind it.

“I didn’t expect you to splurge on first class for me.”

At the airport, after passing security and boarding, Zhang Li couldn’t help teasing.

“I’m not stingy,” Yang Mi said, taking off her sunglasses and raising an eyebrow. “How about calling me sister?”

“Don’t even think about it,” Zhang Li said, walking straight into the plane.

What is unattainable always stirs unrest.

That title, “sister,” would never be uttered unless absolutely necessary.

Entering first class, Zhang Li found his seat and lay down on the sofa.

He didn’t rush to chat but began sorting through the flood of information in his mind.

Last night, by going through the ritual with Liu Shishi, he had improved his constitution and detoxified his skin.

Moreover, this close contact had revealed to him all of Liu Shishi’s information from thirteen years ago.

“‘The Legend of the White Snake: The Sequel,’ ‘The Weaver Girl Across the Horizon,’ ‘The Strange Hero Plum Branch,’ ‘Scarlet Heart’...”

“There’s friction between ‘Scarlet Heart’ and ‘Palace’...”

“The relationship changes of Shimi.”

“Tsk...”

Gossip was always addictive, especially with a god’s-eye view.

“The entertainment industry is fascinating.”

Zhang Li opened his eyes and glanced at Yang Mi beside him.

“What’s that look?” Yang Mi frowned.

“The look of a big fan admiring a top-tier female star.” Zhang Li smiled. “Sister Mi is definitely going to be famous.”

The certainty in his tone made Yang Mi’s heart flutter. “You’re such a sweet talker. When you have time, Sister Mi will treat you to some soybean milk.”

Zhang Li: “...”

Why would Sister Mi repay kindness with ingratitude?

“Hm?”

Suddenly, Zhang Li noticed someone passing by him sway suddenly and then fall to one side.

There was no one on that side; they might hit the metal railing.

He immediately stood and grabbed the person’s hand.

The next moment, time seemed to freeze.

Countless pieces of information flashed through his mind.