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“The People Around Us” achieved extremely high viewership ratings and was a television program suitable for all ages. Statistics showed that every week, the number of people nationwide sitting at home to watch “The People Around Us” could circle the Earth twice if they held hands.
This episode featuring Jiang Beibei mentioned anti-drug police officers and sparked online discussions about staying away from drugs and cherishing life. The buzz extended into the entertainment industry, where celebrities expressed their stances, initiating a zero-tolerance drug campaign in the entertainment sector and recording public service videos.
On the sixth day, the online buzz finally subsided, but the attention on the Public Security Bureau surged again. Tang Xizhou called to complain: “It’s so annoying. The city requires all units to organize viewings. These past few days, whenever I look up, it’s all you on TV... We even have to write reflections. Beibei, help me write one so I can complete the task.”
Jiang Beibei felt deeply uneasy. She had always been a good student who didn’t cause worries, but she had never won awards or received praise. Moreover, she considered her inner self not entirely pure and beautiful, occasionally harboring thoughts that deviated from national virtue standards—like fantasizing about sleeping with Chu Yao in various ways.
Suddenly becoming the subject of study for the entire Public Security Bureau, and having everyone watch her program and write reflections almost made Jiang Beibei faint from shock. She stayed home for several days without daring to go out.
Carrying this sense of guilt for ‘deceiving’ the public, Jiang Beibei quickly wrote a reflection and gave it to Tang Xizhou.
That evening, Tang Xizhou brought back a large red plush dog with the word “Dog” embroidered in gold thread on its belly. The tag suggested a retail price of 10 yuan.
There was no helping it—the Public Security Bureau was poor.
“Here, it’s a prize, distributed.” Tang Xizhou said, “They even let me read it on stage. I hadn’t read it beforehand, so I burst out laughing while reading it.”
Jiang Beibei tearfully said, “Brother Two, it’s my fault. Next time I make something up, I’ll be more careful and make it so incomprehensible that you’ll stay far away from the award stage.”
Jiang Beibei became famous; she gained popularity in her social circle, and many long-lost classmates found her, suggesting a class reunion.
Jiang Beibei declined. To show her classmates that she wasn’t making excuses to avoid the gathering, she even asked her grandmother to take a picture of her injured foot and post it on her social media.
Upon seeing this picture, Yan Qingming replied, “Come tomorrow to remove the cast.”
Jiang Beibei: “Thank goodness non-friends can’t see replies...”
Non-friends couldn’t see, but mutual friends could.
Seeing Yan Qingming’s reply, Chu Yao took leave to accompany Jiang Beibei to the hospital to remove the stitches.
Hearing these two young lovers discussing where to play after removing the stitches, Grandma Beibei smiled with relief.
Her granddaughter would finally not need her, an old lady, to worry anymore.
On the day of removing the stitches, under Captain Yao’s coercion, Chu Yao reluctantly put on a bright yellow jacket with Pikachu drawn on the back.
Chu Yao drove to the hospital. He didn’t feel much inside the car, but from the parking lot to the hospital building—a mere three-minute walk—he nearly collapsed.
Spring brought many flying insects. His bright yellow Pikachu jacket attracted countless insects, each plunging towards him as if ready to die for love.
Jiang Beibei: “I sympathize with you.”
Chu Yao thought for a moment, picked up Jiang Beibei, and quickly ran into the hospital. This pose and speed startled the nurses and patients at the entrance, thinking he was rushing someone to the emergency room.
After Jiang Beibei’s cast was successfully removed, she discovered she couldn’t walk.
“Ah! My foot!”
Having not used this foot properly for a long time, it and its muscles and bones had forgotten how to exert strength and walk normally.
Chu Yao supported her and smiled, “Walk boldly.”
Seizing the opportunity, Jiang Beibei made a request: “Then sing me ‘Little Sister, Walk Boldly Forward.’”
Chu Yao shook his head and smiled with closed lips.
“You sing, give it strength, and it will immediately walk.”
Chu Yao still shook his head and squatted down to say, “I’ll carry you.”
“So you mean you’ll sing to me only after we leave the hospital?” Jiang Beibei pulled his finger, “Promise! No going back on your word. Sing to me when we leave.”
Chu Yao carried her out of the hospital, crossing the grass in front, softly singing that old folk song to her. Halfway through, two young female students passed by them, one holding her phone, saying, “I’m watching CCTV’s live stream tonight!”
“Are you watching ‘The People Around Us’?”
“Yes, yes, you’re watching too! Tonight’s episode is that policeman brother! Ah!! Our dormitory is waiting to see him! I’ve watched the 20-second preview clip over two hundred times this week! That scene of catching the criminal was so cool!”
“After watching last week’s episode, I argued with my mom, asking her to somehow manage to give birth to a brother for me. My mom scolded me for being crazy. Later, I recommended this episode to her, and after watching it, my mom told me those brothers are all issued by the state—you have the ability, ask the state to issue five to you!”
They chatted as they walked away. Jiang Beibei laughed and leaned on Chu Yao, then playfully complained, “Chu Yao, I’m a little worried now.”
“What are you worried about?”
“I’m worried that every girl on the street will like you.”
“Being liked is better than being disliked.”
“But I’m not satisfied. What if someone falls for you? What then?”
“It seems it’s my fault.” Chu Yao smiled, “I should have given you unshakable confidence.”
Jiang Beibei turned her head and gently bit his ear, blowing softly, “Hehe, I’m confident. It’s better if more people like you. Liking breaks down prejudices, and without prejudice, people can view your work with an open mind. Then more and more people will know it’s not scary.”
Chu Yao paused for a moment and smiled back at her.
“My legs feel weak; I can’t walk anymore.”
“That won’t do. You’re still carrying me. Just a moment ago, you were as solid as a rock, how did you turn into reeds so quickly?”
“Because a little girl blew some fairy breath, turning steel into softness. Right now, only two parts of my body remain as solid as a rock; the rest has become reeds in the wind...”
“Which two parts?”
“The desire to be with you and...” Chu Yao chuckled softly and continued walking with her on his back.
After placing Jiang Beibei in the car, she finally realized, “Chu Yao, you’re such a tease.”
Chu Yao smiled sweetly, “These two unshakable parts are good things. You should be happy about them.”
Jiang Beibei had her cast removed and her heart flew. She suggested going to the amusement park for a day of wild fun.
Chu Yao supported her as they walked from the entrance of the amusement park to the roadside ice cream stand. By the time they reached the ice cream vendor, Jiang Beibei’s foot had fully recovered. Drawn by the allure of ice cream, she ran briskly and bought a cone. Just as she was about to take a bite, Chu Yao took it away and held it high.
Jiang Beibei’s eyes widened, “Chu Yao, how dare you rebel!”
“You can’t eat it today.”
“Who says I can’t? I can!”
“You had a stomachache last night. Are you really going to eat something cold today?”
“It’s totally fine! I want to eat it!” Jiang Beibei jumped up, but Chu Yao raised it even higher, smiling mischievously at her.
“...You’re so annoying!” Jiang Beibei stomped her feet in frustration.
“It’s too cold...” Chu Yao took a big bite and smiled at her, “I’ll eat it for you.”
Jiang Beibei transformed her grievance into anger and planned to buy another one. As she turned around, Chu Yao pulled her into his arms, lowered his head, and slid his cool tongue inside, tasting creamy sweetness.
The prickles all over Jiang Beibei’s body gradually softened and receded.
She wrapped her arms around Chu Yao’s neck, pulling him closer. She heard Chu Yao’s throat vibrate with a low chuckle.
“Warming it up for you.”
Jiang Beibei’s eyes teared up, her lips pouted, and she growled, pounding her fists against his chest, “Annoying! Irritating!”
“Big Brother has criticized me many times, telling me to bring hot water for you to drink, not to give you cold things.”
“Is Big Brother the emperor? Are his words imperial decrees?”
“No, your words are the imperial decrees.” Chu Yao said, “But Your Majesty, for the sake of your health, you must heed my advice.”
“You need to compensate me.” Jiang Beibei said, “...Compensate me.”
“You name it, I’ll do anything.”
“Sleep with me.” Jiang Beibei corrected herself, “No... Attend to me in bed.”
“Alright.” Chu Yao held her hand, quickly finished the ice cream cone, and said, “After this period passes, give me a hint, and I’ll prepare for you.”
At the Ferris wheel, Jiang Beibei couldn’t walk anymore: “I want to ride!”
“Mm.” Chu Yao said, “Do you want to relive the beginning?”
Jiang Beibei blushed but said, “Let’s see how the mood goes today.”
As the Ferris wheel slowly ascended, Chu Yao kept his eyes on her the entire time. Jiang Beibei blinked her eyes and breathed lightly, glaring with her almond-shaped eyes: “What are you looking at! Keep staring and I’ll eat you up! Pikachu!”
Chu Yao glanced at the jacket he was wearing and gave an exasperated smile.
“Chu Yao, sit closer.”
The Ferris wheel swayed a few times and then settled.
Chu Yao gently kissed and licked her lips.
Seizing the gap, Jiang Beibei asked a question: “Is there surveillance here?”
“No.”
“What if there is?”
“Is kissing illegal?” Chu Yao chuckled but didn’t let go of her, whispering, “Even if it’s illegal, don’t worry. Call Brother Two to arrest us; it’ll help him meet his quota.”
“Hahaha...” Jiang Beibei laughed, finding him particularly lively today, possibly due to that outfit. He felt so youthful, and even his kisses were domineering and urgent.
Thus, Jiang Beibei called out, “Yao Yao.”
Chu Yao stopped and looked at her with a smile, “Wrong name. Yao Yao isn’t me.”
“Then who is it!” Jiang Beibei thought he was shy and couldn’t accept this nickname.
Chu Yao: “Guess who?”
His fingers stroked Jiang Beibei’s back as he whispered with a laugh, “Soon, I’ll introduce you to it...”
Jiang Beibei, the seemingly cute yet inwardly mischievous driver, quickly caught on. Realizing what he meant, she was both pleasantly surprised and startled.
“Chu Yao! You’re so dirty!”
“Surprised?”
Jiang Beibei smacked her lips and stammered for a while before saying, “...Strangely, I find it cute.”
“Jiang Beibei, I love you.”
Jiang Beibei looked into his eyes, suddenly enlightened as if a spring gushed forth. With her heartbeat accelerating, their gazes intertwined, growing hotter and hotter, as if sparks could be seen flying.
In that moment, she finally understood what it meant to love someone—just one look could make it clear.
It was so naked, not hiding a thing, sincere, possessive, fervent, and blending all these feelings together with tenderness.
All of this was in his gaze.
“Chu Yao.” Jiang Beibei said, “Do you remember how you’ll repay me for the ice cream?”
Chu Yao placed her hand on his heart. The fiery heartbeat emanating from his chest almost melted Jiang Beibei into spring water, leaving her unable to think.
“Right here, I remember. Wait for you to come and claim it with me.”
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