When Jiang Lai arrived at the address Xu Ruobing had sent her, she glanced at the lively scene inside the room and for a moment thought she was late.
But looking at the time, she had actually arrived half an hour early.
The room was bustling. Besides herself and Xu Ruobing, everyone else was already in position, methodically carrying out all the preparations.
The originally spacious living room was now packed with all sorts of equipment—Prompters, cameras, and a Mobile Display.
In one corner of the living room, there was even a makeshift Dressing Table set up.
There were many things, yet almost all of them were placed in the living room, which was only possible because of its large size.
Otherwise, there wouldn’t even be enough space to put everything down, let alone leave room for free movement.
Although this room could already be considered a special work environment, the staff in the studio made sure not to place anything in the Balcony, kitchen, or bedroom—Xu Ruobing’s personal space.
In other aspects of Xu Ruobing’s studio, things were handled rather carelessly as long as the work got done; strict standards were rarely imposed on a daily basis.
But there was one rule that was absolutely paramount in the current studio.
No matter what happened, Xu Ruobing’s privacy was strictly off limits.
Even if someone accidentally discovered something, it was better to keep it buried deep within.
It helped that the studio had recently undergone a complete overhaul.
Even Xu Ruobing’s longtime Manager had been dismissed and taken to Court.
With such a bloody cautionary tale right before them, how could anyone in the studio dare to be anything but obedient?
As for Jiang Lai, she wasn’t needed for anything specific right now.
Her main reason for coming was to get used to the camera in advance, so that she wouldn’t freeze up or show unnatural expressions later that night.
After all, very few people had experience with a camera pointing directly at them.
Jiang Lai was pressed for time and heavy with tasks, so she needed to spend the daytime trying to act naturally and find her comfort in front of the lens.
Otherwise, she would only become a burden for Xu Ruobing.
Everyone in the living room was busy with their own tasks.
The most important person for this livestream, Xu Ruobing, didn’t arrive until 3 PM, rushing in hastily.
For her to make it by 3 PM was already the result of her tightly compressed schedule.
When Xu Ruobing opened the door and saw everyone in position, her gaze immediately landed on Jiang Lai.
Jiang Lai was sitting at the Dressing Table, her eyes vacant and her thoughts seemingly drifting far away.
She looked like she was daydreaming.
But since she was beautiful, even her absent-minded look carried a tender charm that invited sympathy.
Those eyes were born with a thousand kinds of emotion and countless flavors of passion, though there was a faint trace of sorrow within them.
Still, it wasn’t Jiang Lai’s fault for spacing out.
By this point, she had already spent a full two hours here.
Yet despite the Makeup Artist’s busy efforts, Jiang Lai saw little difference in the mirror.
Her only impression was that she looked more refined, gradually edging toward the Star aura.
Some subtle tweaks could easily capture people’s attention.
Jiang Lai was stunningly beautiful, even more captivating than most Stars.
Among the known people, only Xu Ruobing could somewhat overshadow her.
Even the studio staff found it hard to believe that such a gorgeous girl hadn’t left a single trace online.
Everyone in the studio was confident that today’s Jiang Lai would shine brilliantly.
When Xu Ruobing appeared before them, many wanted to greet her, but she raised her hand to stop them.
Rarely did she have a chance to surprise Jiang Lai, and she wasn’t about to let it slip away.
Xu Ruobing’s lips curved quietly as she took over from the Makeup Artist, standing beside Jiang Lai.
“Next up is the Lipstick~”
“…”
During the makeup process, Jiang Lai was almost numb.
She mechanically listened to whatever the people beside her said and obediently complied.
She was so numb that at one point she didn’t even realize the person speaking was Xu Ruobing.
She simply lifted her head obediently, letting the person beside her apply Lipstick.
But when something touched her lips, Jiang Lai realized the texture wasn’t Lipstick or Lip Tint.
It was something soft, warm, and alive.
“I still have some Lipstick on my mouth, so I’ll leave a little mark on you.”
Jiang Lai snapped back to reality.
The beautiful face with a smile belonged to Xu Ruobing, whose finger was imprinted on Jiang Lai’s lips.
“But it seems like it didn’t leave any effect at all?”
Xu Ruobing had just pressed her finger, stained with Lipstick, to Jiang Lai’s lips.
She hadn’t expected any results.
If there weren’t so many people in the living room, Xu Ruobing would have kissed Jiang Lai herself by now.
“Ruobing, you’re here…”
Jiang Lai wanted to stand and hug Xu Ruobing as a greeting.
But she recalled how Xu Ruobing had blown her a flying kiss in front of so many people just moments ago.
Her face flushed a little with embarrassment, and she suddenly felt shy.
“I’m not done yet. You might have to wait a little longer…”
“It’s fine. I think this is good enough.
Next, I’ll help you apply a nude Lipstick.”
Xu Ruobing picked a nude Lipstick from the Dressing Table.
Her slender fingers gently pinched Jiang Lai’s chin.
“Open your mouth a little.”
Her voice was cold but held a unique gentleness.
Seeing Jiang Lai fully under her control, Xu Ruobing’s lips curled slightly.
At this moment, Jiang Lai, soft and supple in her palm, was like a delicious little cake begging to be savored.
A simple nude Lipstick was the finishing touch that made Jiang Lai radiant and captivating.
When Xu Ruobing put the Lipstick away, Jiang Lai instinctively closed her mouth.
Xu Ruobing’s warm fingertips gently tapped Jiang Lai’s plump lips, smoothing the Lipstick evenly.
Looking down on the stunning Jiang Lai, Xu Ruobing swallowed quietly a few times.
Jiang Lai was like the most exquisite dessert—she just wanted to keep her in her mouth.
“Now, I’ll go pick out some suitable clothes for you.”
Xu Ruobing took Jiang Lai’s hand with a hint of restraint and led her to the wardrobe.
But Xu Ruobing’s real purpose for coming here wasn’t to change clothes.
At this moment, she truly couldn’t hold back anymore.
“Jiang Jiang, can I kiss you now?”
Before Jiang Lai could respond, Xu Ruobing leaned down, her red lips brushing Jiang Lai’s ear.
“I can’t hold it in anymore…”
Jiang Lai’s body shivered.
Seeing no reply, Xu Ruobing leaned in further, her lips capturing the beautiful pearl-like earlobe.