Chapter 444: Chapter 444

Old Master Shen, at his age, the doctor had already advised against surgery; now, they could only resort to conservative treatment.

Qiao Xi and Shen Dang had been running to the hospital for the next few days. They watched as Old Master Shen slowly regained his vitality with their company, and they could finally relax a little.

The third episode of "How Can I Not Be Moved" was about to start filming, and Shen Dang and Qiao Xi had to leave Hai City temporarily.

Early in the morning, Qiao Xi was already packing her luggage.

In the closet, Shen Dang’s clothes had been increasing.

His clothing colors were monotonous, cycling through just a few colors, completely different from Qiao Xi’s vibrant wardrobe.

As Qiao Xi was picking out clothes to wear, she furrowed her brows, "I don’t even know if it’s cold in Ping City, whether I should take a thick coat or not."

"I’ll check the weather there first," Shen Dang glanced and said, "It’s not exactly warm, around 20 degrees."

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Qiao Xi felt more settled.

After packing, Shen Dang pushed two oversized suitcases to the living room.

Qiao Xi walked behind him, her eyes brimming with a faint smile as she watched his back. She suddenly remembered how, a long time ago when their relationship hadn’t progressed this far, this man would stand indifferently even as she struggled with two suitcases.

Truly aloof and proud.

But now, he was completely transformed.

This time they would be away for almost ten days. After breakfast, they tidied up the house together.

They were scheduled to fly to Ping City in the afternoon.

For the first team-building session, they chose Fushou Mountain Forest Park in Ping City.

Xiao Nai and Zhu Zhu were from Chuan City, Qin Lang and Mansa from the Imperial Capital.

Thus, the other three guest couples in Hai City would travel together to Ping City, arranged by the show’s crew.

The production team’s van left Four Seasons Cloud Top, and not just the crew but also Beibei was coming along.

Qiao Xi leaned lazily against the seat back, "I wonder if Tutu has left home yet."

Shen Dang pulled her into his arms, his voice lazy, "You could give her a call."

Qiao Xi made a video call to Su Tutu.

As the video connected, Su Tutu’s side of the screen shook for a moment and when it stopped, Qiao Xi saw she was still at home.

"Haven’t you guys left yet?"

"Just about to leave, what about you and Boss Shen? On the road?"

"Yes, we are already on our way."

"That was quick, see you at the airport then!"

"Sure, I’m a bit sleepy, going to take a nap."

Su Tutu clicked her tongue with a suggestive tone, "Sleeping in broad daylight, must have been tired—"

Qiao Xi didn’t let Su Tutu finish her sentence and cut off the video call.

The production team members: "..."

Why wouldn’t they let Queen Su continue?

They wanted to hear, and so did the audience!

Qiao Xi calmly handed her phone to Shen Dang, "Hold onto my phone for me."

Shen Dang pocketed her phone, "If you’re sleepy, rest against me for a while."

Qiao Xi leaned against his chest, explaining to herself, "A half-hour nap at noon always refreshes me, wake me up when we get to the airport."

Shen Dang gently patted her shoulder, his peach blossom eyes twinkling with a smile, "Alright, sleep peacefully."

The camera perfectly captured Shen Dang’s smile laden with deep meaning.

Such enticing eyes could easily lead people to wild imaginings.

Qiao Xi slept against Shen Dang for an hour in the car; she felt spirited and comfortable, while Shen Dang held her the entire time without sleeping.

Upon arriving at the airport, Qiao Xi sent Beibei to buy coffee, and also got some for the crew.

After the coffee, Sheng Chao’s and Su Ye’s couples had also arrived.

"Xixi, Tutu, long time no see," Gu Yingying approached them arm in arm with Su Ye.

Gu Yingying had won several Movie Queen titles but didn’t put on any airs.

From their last meeting at Hot Spring Valley, they had added each other on WeChat.

Seeing Qiao Xi and Su Tutu, she actively came over to say hello.

Qiao Xi smiled lightly, "Teacher Su, Sister Yingying, long time no see."

Su Ye returned the smile, "Indeed, it’s only been a week. You girls chat, I’m going to find President Sheng and President Shen."

Su Tutu curiously asked, "Hey, where are Baobao and Beibei?"

Baobao and Beibei were their children’s nicknames.

Gu Yingying responded, "The kids are in school. It’s a relief not having to bring the two little monsters along; now I can have fun with everyone."

Su Tutu looked envious, "Sister Yingying, you have both a son and a daughter, and they’re so sensible, truly a winner in life."

"Don’t envy me, you and President Sheng must be close, right?"

As it turns out, people of any age can be curious about others’ affairs.

Su Tutu hadn’t expected the conversation to turn to her, so she laughed, "We’re still early, just going with the flow."

Meanwhile, the men had also started their conversation.

They were scheduled to shoot three episodes continuously in Ping City, followed by a week’s break before moving to another city to continue filming.

Being adults, they could manage their emotions well. The meeting of the three guest couples was harmonious.

By six in the evening, the group had arrived in Ping City.

All five guest couples gathered.

Everyone was starving after the flight, and the production team had arranged for dinner at a nearby restaurant at the base of the mountain.

Halfway through the meal, the host suddenly announced, "First, welcome everyone to Ping City. Let me read out tomorrow’s tasks to you all."

Gu Yingying seemed to have expected this, "I knew there’d be tasks."

Su Tutu felt the same, adding, "I guessed the show’s routine before coming."

Mansa, being foreign, was curious, "What’s the task?"

"Everyone, please look here!"

The host pointed to a stand beside him, filled with tasks.

Su Tutu’s eyes widened at the sight. The elaborate and fancy tasks confirmed the production team knew how to keep things interesting.

Zhu Zhu patted Xiao Nai on the shoulder, "Husband, it’s your time to prove yourself."

Xiao Nai asked Qin Lang standing next to him, "Do you know how to do those tasks?"

Qin Lang smiled, "Pretty well. I often do Mansa’s eyebrows."

Mansa had been living in Imperial Capital since marrying Qin Lang, and spoke fluent Mandarin, "I believe my husband can complete the tasks!"

Xiao Nai gave a thumbs up, "Impressive."

Qin Lang smiled, his expression proud, "It’s the confidence my wife gives me."

"Xi Bao, do you believe I can do it?" Shen Dang’s peach blossom eyes shifted, his gaze filled with a deep smile as he looked into Qiao Xi’s eyes.

Qiao Xi, not daring to boast, modestly replied, "You haven’t done these before, we’ll have to see tomorrow."

Shen Dang raised an eyebrow, "Then watch me tomorrow."

Qiao Xi’s lips curved into a smile, "I’ll be looking forward to it."

"Hey, let’s not talk so much, when it comes to what’s important, eating is the most critical! Production team, let us finish our meal first!"

The guests were staying in a mountain inn for the next few days.

After dinner, the group took the production team’s bus to the mid-mountain.

It was getting late, and the production team didn’t have any games planned for the guests, instead letting everyone rest until eight the next morning to start filming.

Shen Dang was preparing to take a shower when suddenly, a knock on the door echoed—