"Brother, your heart is beating so fast, are you nervous?"

Her voice was languid, with a hint of amusement.

Gu Yan took a deep breath and lowered her voice.

"Don't be nervous, you misheard me."

Shen Youwei smiled, her lips curving into a beautiful arc.

She didn't speak again, but continued to lean against him, her completely red eyes closed.

In a corner of the screening room, several law enforcement officers were squatting behind the last row of seats.

They dared not sit, afraid that Gu Yan would find out, so they could only squat, their legs were numb.

One of the young law enforcement officers said something in a low voice.

"We've done a good job, haven't we? I personally selected this film."

"Master Gu should like it, right? Look, that girl is sitting on his lap."

The person next to him rolled their eyes at him and lowered their voice even further.

"Stop talking nonsense. When we have the chance to recommend Master Gu for credit later, don't interrupt."

"Let the captain say that you're not high enough in rank to have any influence."

The young law enforcement officer shrank back, not daring to say anything more.

But his eyes couldn't help but glance at Gu Yan, a smug smile playing on his lips.

He felt he had done a great job today, and Master Gu would definitely remember his contribution.

Another law enforcement officer nearby added in a low voice.

"The rest of the film is even more exciting; this is just the appetizer."

The group exchanged glances and simultaneously revealed a knowing smile.

Then he continued to squat behind the seat, waiting for the opportunity to "reward" Master Gu.

The movie on the big screen changed scenes again.

This time it was at a seaside resort hotel, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the azure sea.

There was only one large bed in the room, covered with white sheets and a blanket.

A woman stands in front of a floor-to-ceiling window, her back to the camera, wearing only a man's white shirt.

The shirt was long, just covering the top of her thighs, revealing two straight, fair legs.

A breeze blew by, and the hem of the shirt fluttered gently, revealing glimpses of the skin.

A man walked up from behind and wrapped his arms around her waist.

She rested her head on his shoulder, and their silhouettes were reflected in the floor-to-ceiling window.

The footage is beautifully shot, with soft lighting and warm tones, like a painting.

But Gu Yan didn't dare to look anymore; he lowered his head and stared at his knees.

Shen Youwei was still leaning against him, her completely red eyes opened at some point.

She was also looking at the screen, her expression still so calm, as if she were watching a documentary.

"This shot is well done; the lighting and shadows are used very well."

Her evaluation was very professional, like she was critiquing a photograph.

Gu Yan didn't speak; his attention was entirely focused on how to make himself less embarrassed.

Fu Wanqing sat beside her, her amber eyes fixed on the couple on the screen.

Her hands were on her knees, her fingers unconsciously gripping the hem of her skirt, making it crumpled.

Her mind was filled with the image of Shen Youwei sitting on Gu Yan's lap.

That image was etched into her mind, and she couldn't shake it off no matter what she did.

The man she saved, the man she cared for, is now holding another woman in his arms.

She could only sit on the side, like an unwanted third party.

No, she wasn't the third party; she was the one who came first.

Fu Wanqing took a deep breath and looked away from the screen.

She glanced at Gu Yan, who was staring down at her knees, her expression unreadable.

She glanced at Shen Youwei again; Shen Youwei was leaning against Gu Yan's chest with her eyes closed.

Her completely red eyes were closed, and a faint smile played on her lips.

That smile was quiet and content, like someone having a beautiful dream.

Fu Wanqing withdrew her gaze and stared at the back of the chair in front of her.

There was nothing on the back of the chair, just ordinary black leather.

But she looked at it very intently, as if she were studying something extraordinary.

The unease she felt grew stronger.

She couldn't quite describe the feeling; it was just uncomfortable.

I just feel it's unfair, I just feel like I don't exist.

She was the one who saved the person, so why should others enjoy the fruits of her labor?

She bit her lip, suppressing the discomfort.

We can't think about these things, we can't be so petty, we can't be so calculating.

She saved Gu Yan not so that he would repay her, nor so that he would only be with her.

She was just... just what? She herself didn't know.

Fu Wanqing closed her eyes, leaned back in her chair, and didn't want to look at the screen anymore.

The movie sound was still playing, the ambiguous music and low breathing sounds intertwined.

But she didn't want to listen anymore, so she shut her ears.

In a corner of the screening room, the law enforcement officers were still squatting.

Their legs were so numb they couldn't feel anything, but no one dared to move.

The young law enforcement officer whispered something else.

"Captain, when are we going to ask for our commendation? The movie's almost over."

The captain glared at him, his voice extremely low.

"What's the rush? Let Master Gu come out first, then we'll follow him."

"If you go bother them now, you'll have a death wish."

The young law enforcement officer shrank back and squatted down again.

The movie on the big screen finally came to an end.

The couple strolled hand in hand on the beach, the setting sun casting its rays upon them.

The visuals are beautiful and heartwarming, and the music is very soothing.

Gu Yan breathed a sigh of relief; it was finally going to end.

He really couldn't understand why it had nothing to do with the movie he bought!

Shen Youwei sat up from his lap and stretched.

"We're done watching, let's go."

Her tone was casual, as if she were talking about something very ordinary.

She stood up, straightened her skirt, and looked at Gu Yan with her completely red eyes.

"Brother, are your legs still numb?"

Gu Yan stood up and moved her legs; they were indeed a little numb.

"It's alright, let's go."

Fu Wanqing also stood up, holding the glass of cola that had gone completely cold.

As the three walked out, Shen Youwei took Gu Yan's arm again.

Fu Wanqing followed behind, maintaining that same distance.

When I walked out of the screening room, the lights in the corridor were very bright, and they hurt my eyes a little.

Fu Wanqing narrowed her eyes and then saw several law enforcement officers standing at the end of the corridor.

They stood ramrod straight, their expressions serious.

The captain at the head saluted Gu Yan in a loud voice.

"Master Gu, are you satisfied with today's arrangements?"

"Please feel free to tell us if there's anything you need, and we'll do our best to cooperate."

Gu Yan looked at that serious face and her lips twitched.

He knew it was you who arranged it.

Once we get back, we'll immediately have the prime minister replaced!

"Satisfied, very satisfied, thank you for your hard work."

His voice was flat, revealing no emotion.

The captain's eyes lit up, and his expression became even more serious.

"It's no trouble at all; it's our honor to serve Master Gu."

"Just let me know in advance what kind of movies you'd like to watch in the future."

"We guarantee we'll clean the place thoroughly so you won't be disturbed."

Gu Yan nodded, said nothing more, and left with the two girls.

The captain watched his retreating figure, then turned and whispered something to the person next to him.

"Make a note of this. Master Gu is in a good mood today. Write a report about it later."

"Write down today's service details clearly and submit it tonight."

"Maybe I'll get an award for outstanding performance, and my bonus for this month will be secured."

Several people nodded at the same time, with satisfied smiles on their faces.

Then they turned and disappeared at the end of the corridor, their footsteps echoing in unison.

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