When Reader and Author Transmigrate Inside the Book at the Same Time

When Gu Jinmian and Yin Moshu were playing the game, the program team was actually filming, with cameramen or using GoPros.

 

After Gu Jinmian’s confession in the canyon, the program team was deeply moved and excited. They believed that this moment would definitely become a classic and be legendary for this season.

 

After coming down, the two of them avoided the cameras and spoke with their microphones off.

 

The cameramen were still discreetly observing.

 

Based on their experience shooting multiple seasons, at this point, they should be expressing their affection for each other, possibly even sharing a passionate kiss.

 

At first, there was indeed a hint of that. Gu Jinmian looked at Yin Moshu with shining eyes.

 

But then, it completely went against their expectations.

 

Gu Jinmian’s face suddenly turned pale, and his body swayed as if about to collapse.

 

Then, he held onto the railing and vomited.

 

Vomited.

 

The cameramen exchanged glances, and the other members of the program team were also stunned.

 

It entered their blind spot.

 

Was it too nerve-wracking? Or maybe they played too many extreme activities, and his body couldn’t handle it anymore?

 

Thinking of a possible cause, they hurriedly ran over. Even if the star was having an issue, they would be anxious, especially for the young master of the prestigious Gu family.

 

They shouted for the on-set doctor as they rushed over.

 

When they arrived, Yin Moshu was about to pull Gu Jinmian, but Gu Jinmian slapped his hand away. He held onto the railing, and his vomiting became even more severe.

 

As if he wanted to vomit everything out, including bile.

 

The program team was in shock.

 

The director, who was overseeing the competition, also hurried over.

 

“Probably played too many extreme activities in a short period.” The doctor said, “No need to be overly anxious. Get him to the hospital first.”

 

The staff helped him into a car.

 

When Bai Xinyu and Du Bai’an arrived, Gu Jinmian was already in the car. Yin Moshu stood still, his face more terrifying than the overcast sky.

 

“What happened to him?” Bai Xinyu stood at the edge of the impending stormy gorge, speaking in the gentlest tone of his life.

 

Yin Moshu didn’t speak.

 

His thin lips were pressed into a straight line, and with a half-closed his eyes, looked at his own hand, like a frighteningly frozen mummy.

 

Du Bai’an pulled Bai Xinyu away, not letting him speak. “Let’s finish recording the program first.”

 

Three hours passed, and their competition concluded as the recording wrapped up hastily. The director gathered everyone and quickly recorded a conclusion.

 

Gu Jinmian underwent a check-up at the hospital, and there was indeed no significant issue, but he looked unwell.

 

Shi Yi, who was originally about to leave almost immediately, couldn’t leave after such an incident. She sat on the hospital bed, looking at the weakened Gu Jinmian. His complexion was not only extremely pale, but he also seemed unable to open his eyes properly. Shi Yi felt both distressed and anxious. “What happened? Shouldn’t he be transferred to another hospital for a more thorough examination?”

 

“Mom.” Gu Qingyang pressed her shoulder, comforting her. “This is already one of the best hospitals. A more extensive check-up might not necessarily find any issues.”

 

“Then what’s wrong with him?”

 

Gu Jinmian curled up on the bed, and despite his height of six feet, he looked like a shrunken figure. He held his stomach, lying down with damp lashes on his closed eyes.

 

“Never let him play those extreme games again!” Shi Yi’s voice was stern, unable to hide her distress. “And don’t buy him sports cars in the future.”

 

Gu Qingyang nodded one after another, soothing Shi Yi in a gentle tone.

 

“If something happens to his health, what are we going to do?” The voice of the strong woman Shi Yi rarely revealed such vulnerability.

 

Gu Qingyang understood her words.

 

With Gu Jinmian already causing them anxiety due to his psychological issues from Ji Nan, if his body also had problems, it would be even more unbearable for them.

 

Fortunately, they encountered someone like Yin Moshu, and it seemed like he was getting better.

 

“Why hasn’t Yin Moshu come yet? How can he be a boyfriend like this!” Gu Qingyang exclaimed. “Just call him.”

 

Hearing his words, Gu Jinmian, who was lying quietly, turned to the side of the bed as if he was going to vomit again. His stomach had nothing left to throw up, only dry heaving a couple of times.

 

Shi Yi quickly stood up, gently patting his slender back.

 

“Don’t call him.” Gu Jinmian’s voice was weak and hoarse, his words sounding like they were scraped out with sandpaper. “We’re fake lovers, don’t call him.”

 

Shi Yi and Gu Qingyang were shocked.

 

Gu Jinmian struggled to sit up, took his phone from the bedside table, and blacklisted Yin Moshu right in front of the two.

 

Only then did the two realize that Gu Jinmian was not joking.

 

Shi Yi couldn’t believe it, and nervously asked, “What’s going on?”

 

“That time, I posted a ridiculous post in my circle of friends, specifically telling Ji Nan that I didn’t like Hang Yuanting,” Gu Jinmian explained, “Actually, it was even more awkward at the scene. Yin Moshu smoothly covered it up, and we pretended to like each other. Because of various circumstances, we just acted it out like that.”

 

The two were dumbfounded.

 

Gu Qingyang was the first to react, expressing his concern, “Pretended to be a couple, yet he still kissed you?!”

 

Gu Jinmian was about to vomit again, tears welling up from the nausea.

 

“Did you guys do it?” Gu Qingyang asked.

 

“No!” Gu Jinmian vehemently denied, using all his strength.

 

Gu Qingyang and Shi Yi were both shocked by the revelation.

 

Shi Yi then hit Gu Qingyang. “What are you saying now?”

 

Gu Qingyang didn’t dare to speak.

 

Gu Jinmian had indeed done something wrong, something ridiculous. He not only deceived Ji Nan, the fans, and the audience but also deceived their entire family. Normally, Gu Qingyang would have scolded him endlessly, activating level ten mockery mode. However, when he saw Gu Jinmian’s pale face and vacant eyes, he couldn’t bring himself to say anything.

 

He bent down and hugged Gu Jinmian, patting his shoulders gently. “What’s the big deal, Is it worth making such a fuss?”

 

The elder brother who usually loved to argue and tease him now embraced him comfortingly. Gu Jinmian’s throat was blocked, and he was on the verge of tears.

 

No one knew the extent of the impact he had experienced. It was beyond a mere setback; it felt like utter destruction. No one knew the fragmented state of his world at this moment.

 

The person he despised the most had transmigrated into the beloved supporting character he cherished.

 

That dog bastard, who knows what kind of devil he is, parading around with the body and face of Yin Moshu, it was already something he couldn’t tolerate.

 

And he—

 

He actually said he liked him!

 

It was truly hard to accept for a moment.

 

If only he could cry out in anguish.

 

But Gu Jinmian couldn’t shed a tear at all.

 

That damned He Bujin, tormenting Yin Moshu with his pen in another world wasn’t enough. He even had to transmigrate into Yin Moshu in this world to infuriate him.

 

Gu Jinmian wished he could have an 800 rounds of war with him in this world and return to the real world after a fierce battle.

 

It was the biggest motivation for him to sit up.

 

Gu Qingyang, the prodigal son, thought it wasn’t a big deal, and he was also not pleased that his angelic little brother was taken advantage of. However, Shi Yi thought it was a very serious matter.

 

The two of them coaxed Gu Jinmian into sleeping, and immediately after leaving, Shi Yi called Yin Moshu.

 

Yin Moshu answered quickly, “Aunt Shi.”

 

He didn’t ask anything, waiting for Shi Yi to speak.

 

“What’s going on with Mian Mian?” Shi Yi got straight to the point.

 

“We had some conflicts between us.” Yin Moshu said conservatively.

 

“No need to lie. Mian Mian has already explained everything, about you both pretending to be a couple.” Shi Yi said indignantly, “Even if you had reasons to pretend, how could you deceive even the entire family!”

 

Yin Moshu tightened his grip on the phone, remaining silent for a long time.

 

He didn’t expect Gu Jinmian to tell the family about the situation, saying that he didn’t even want to continue the act and wanted to sever ties.

 

“I’m sorry.”

 

Shi Yi opened her mouth but couldn’t find the words to say.

 

She felt that even if the relationship between the two was fake, the emotions might not be entirely false. She could still see that. But now, she didn’t know what the situation was, and the two of them didn’t seem inclined to explain it to her.

 

Shi Yi didn’t scold or lecture; she hung up the phone helplessly.

 

In the hospital room, Gu Jinmian couldn’t sleep.

 

After such a terrifying incident, how could he possibly fall asleep?

 

He tossed and turned but couldn’t find a comfortable position.

 

After thinking for a while, he took out his phone to contact his eldest brother.

 

Gu Jinmian: “Eldest Brother, do you know any powerful Taoist priests?”

 

Gu Jinmian: “Maybe not Taoist priests, how about powerful monks? I’m not quite sure.”

 

Gu Jinmian indeed didn’t understand much about this. He used to be a staunch materialist, believing in science and democracy. However, after transmigrating inside the book, his beliefs wavered, but he still leaned towards science. Even when Gu Xijun brought cats into his room, he felt it was entirely unnecessary.

 

Now he was desperate enough to ask his eldest brother if he knew anyone who could expel He Bujin from Yin Moshu’s body.

 

Even if he himself might discover something unusual, he was determined to find any means to drive He Bujin away.

 

Whether back to the real world or somewhere else, he just couldn’t tolerate He Bujin being in Yin Moshu’s body.

 

Gu Xijun finished his meeting and only saw Gu Jinmian’s messages when he noticed that Gu Qingyang had sent him a message.

 

Without any hesitation, he checked Gu Jinmian’s message first.

 

Gu Xijun: “?”

 

Gu Jinmian seemed to have been waiting for him. As soon as he sent a question mark, Gu Jinmian replied.

 

Gu Jinmian: “Eldest Brother, aren’t you somewhat a superstitious believer? You should know many masters in that field.”

 

Gu Xijun: “???”

 

Gu Xijun: “If you want to buy a house, I can recommend a master to check the Feng Shui and financial position. But for anything else, don’t involve feudal superstition.”

 

Gu Jinmian: “…”

 

Gu Xijun finished reading Gu Jinmian’s message and then glanced at Gu Qingyang’s. When he learned that Yin Moshu and Gu Jinmian were pretending to be a couple, he came back to Gu Jinmian’s message, sensing that something might be wrong with his younger brother.

 

No brain but was spiritually alert.

 

Not getting any valuable information from Gu Xijun, Gu Jinmian didn’t give up. He posted a message on his Moments, specifically blocking family members, Yin Moshu, Bai Xinyu, and Du Bai’an.

 

Many people in the wealthy and entertainment circles believed in such things. In no time, Gu Jinmian received several recommendations. Among them was a master suggested by three people, making Gu Jinmian believe that this master must be powerful and reputable. He added the master on WeChat and planned to return to the country immediately.

 

However, Shi Yi insisted that he stay in the hospital for at least one night before considering leaving.

 

The VIP suite in the hospital was not much different from a hotel. Since he had no objections, Gu Jinmian agreed to stay.

 

In the evening, the program team came to visit him, and after dinner, Bai Xinyu and Du Bai’an also arrived.

 

The two of them seemed a bit nervous, giving Gu Jinmian an inexplicable feeling as if they were children facing their parents’ impending divorce. As soon as Gu Jinmian realized his own thoughts, he shivered.

 

Before Bai Xinyu could speak, Gu Jinmian quickly said, “Don’t call me ‘Home’ from now on!”

 

He knew that “Home” in Bai Xinyu’s mouth referred to a stepmother, and since he was the male protagonist of the book, wasn’t he a father-like figure? Calling him a stepmother, is it not like scolding him?

 

Bai Xinyu became even more nervous, unsure of what to call Gu Jinmian now. After a brief pause, he followed Du Bai’an in calling him “Boss.” “Boss, how’s your health?”

 

Gu Jinmian’s expression became complex.

 

Not only did he confess to He Bujin, but he also helped raise He Bujin’s son. He even played the role of Bai Xinyu’s boss and discussed several explosive dramas with him.

 

If he was guilty, let the law punish him.

 

Why subject him to this torment? They say love begets love, shouldn’t he hate both the house and the crow now? (TL: Hate the rest that is related to the thing he hates)

 

Gu Jinmian lay there with a cold and indifferent expression. Bai Xinyu felt a sense of déjà vu, reminiscent of the way Gu Jinmian looked at him the first time they met.

 

He became even more nervous, wanting to cry without tears, completely unsure of what to say.

 

Seeing this, Du Bai’an intervened, “Boss, is everything okay?”

 

Gu Jinmian responded coldly, “It’s nothing.”

 

The atmosphere had just eased a bit when he added, “You all can leave.”

 

“……”

 

Without mentioning Yin Moshu, they were hastily shown out.

 

Standing helplessly at the door, they felt like the sky was about to fall.

 

The next day, after hesitating for a long time, the two finally contacted Gu Jinmian. The result was that they couldn’t receive any messages from him. After contacting Gu Qingyang, they learned that Gu Jinmian had already boarded a flight back to the country.

 

“……”

 

Gu Qingyang also felt frustrated. Gu Jinmian had just arrived, and he hadn’t even warmed up to him yet.

 

In the end, Gu Jinmian decided to return to the country early for the New Year, which made him feel relieved.

 

The program team and other guests returned a day later. On the plane, every time Bai Xinyu secretly glanced at Yin Moshu, he felt like a stone sculpture sitting alone, a masterful carving, peerless and extremely rigid, lacking a soul.

 

Thinking about the kiss he witnessed when they arrived, Bai Xinyu unexpectedly felt a pang of heartache.

 

However, they didn’t know how to tell Gu Jinmian. Du Bai’an mentioned that Gu Jinmian had developed a sense of resistance towards them.

 

This made Bai Xinyu even more heartbroken.

 

After discussing with each other for a while, they got into the director’s car, flanking Cheng Chong on both sides.

 

“Director, please inform our boss about the upcoming recording of the program?”

 

“Yes, please confirm first, just in case.”

 

In fact, Cheng Chong felt it unnecessary. He said, “Your boss is so cooperative in shooting. Oh, he’s just too dedicated. He even vomited during the bungee jumping session.”

 

“I’m truly moved; losing the competition, he accepts it wholeheartedly.” Cheng Chong said, “I really didn’t expect the young master of the Gu family to reach this level.”

 

Especially when compared to Ji Nan, as a young master of a wealthy family, the difference was quite significant.

 

While speaking, Cheng Chong, under the persistent gaze of the two, sent a message to Gu Jinmian.

 

Cheng Chong: “Young Master Gu, have you arrived home? Young Master Gu, you’ve worked hard. We’ve finished recording the last episode.”

 

The cheerful director even added a little girl spinning in circles emoji.

 

Gu Jinmian replied quickly: “I’m sorry, I can’t continue the recording. How much is the breach of contract penalty?”

 

Cheng Chong: “…”

 

He looked at the somewhat lost Bai Xinyu and the innocent Du Bai’an, and the three of them fell into silence together.

 

What’s with these young masters from wealthy families? They talk about breach of contract and penalties so easily. Are they burning money?

 

Cheng Chong shouted in his heart but had to communicate with Gu Jinmian in a calm manner.

 

Cheng Chong: “Why? Aren’t we shooting well?”

 

Gu Jinmian didn’t reply.

 

Cheng Chong continued, “If we don’t continue, the audience won’t know what’s going on. The consequences could be severe, trending on hot searches, various private messages, and it may also affect Yin Moshu’s career.”

 

Gu Jinmian was in a dilemma. On one hand, he hated to see He Bujin; on the other hand, he couldn’t bear to see Yin Moshu’s career ruined under He Bujin’s control.

 

He couldn’t help but think, is the current Yin Moshu still the same Yin Moshu?

 

He isn’t.

 

But in the hearts of others, he was.

 

Yin Moshu was only the shell.

 

If only He Bujin could be driven away, but there was still Yin Moshu.

 

He couldn’t leave a mess for Yin Moshu.

 

Gu Jinyin felt like he was going crazy.

 

Cheng Chong sent another message, “In the final episode, if there’s no collaboration between you two, the CP fans will be devastated.”

 

This hit Gu Jinmian’s sore spot. Pretending to be a couple with Yin Moshu, apart from their families, the ones he felt most sorry for were the CP fans. Although most CPs in the entertainment industry were fake, they still deceived them.

 

Cheng Chong continued, “With so many issues, why not just finish recording the last episode? For each pair of guests, we only use half an hour of material. It could be done in a day.”

 

Gu Jinmian compromised, considering it as a formal break.

 

Seeing him loosen up, Cheng Chong quickly provided several design options that had been prepared and reminded the shooting director to arrange it promptly, not giving the young master a chance to regret.

 

In the end, Gu Jinmian chose the family theme. He was afraid that being alone with Yin Moshu would lead to a fight.

 

Remembering the time he was ambushed by Yin Moshu in the Gu Building and was easily subdued, Gu Jinmian gritted his teeth.

 

Perhaps He Bujin was just a paper tiger, relying on Yin Moshu’s body to flaunt his power.

 

It was the most infuriating part.

 

The last time had already been filmed at the Gu mansion, so this time they decided to shoot at the other party’s home, which happened to be the Bai family.

 

Both Bai Xinyu and Du Bai’an were very worried, but Bai Xinyu’s crew was in the final stages of filming, and the director couldn’t continue giving him holidays. So, only Du Bai’an came.

 

He Zhi should have known that the two of them were pretending to be a couple. When she saw him, she became even more cautious, looking like she wanted to say something but couldn’t. Gu Jinmian didn’t give her a chance to speak privately.

 

He didn’t want to be involved with the Bai family.

 

Today’s conclusion had nothing to do with them.

 

When he entered the hall and saw a crowd of people, Gu Jinmian mentally scolded He Bujin fiercely. Why did he have to invite so many people? Wasn’t it better with fewer people? Why bring so many witnesses to witness their breakup?

 

The production team probably sensed his reluctance. They didn’t dare to bother him during the final recording of the show. Everything was arranged for him. Therefore, Gu Jinmian had no idea about the scale of the event.

 

As he walked to the entrance of the hall, Yin Moshu came over to greet him.

 

They hadn’t seen each other for a day. Yin Moshu seemed to have lost weight, and the dark circles under his eyes were prominent. His lips were a bit dry, and the makeup artist hadn’t applied lipstick, making him look somewhat haggard.

 

Seeing his face, a pang of heartache surged within Gu Jinyin. However, he immediately suppressed it.

 

Wake up! Damn He Bujin!

 

Gu Jinmian’s gaze suddenly became somewhat fierce.

 

Yin Moshu, however, smiled at him, no different from usual.

 

He adapted quickly—transitioning from an observer to an actor didn’t require much adjustment.

 

Yin Moshu extended his hand towards him. “Let me introduce you to my family.”

 

Gu Jinyin ignored his outstretched hand and walked straight ahead.

 

The filming director was taken aback for a moment but quickly reassured, “It’s okay, it’s okay. We can edit this part out later.”

 

“But you can’t be like this in front of the guests next. Don’t let it affect the atmosphere.” He wasn’t sure if he was telling Yin Moshu or Gu Jinmian.

 

Gu Jinmian’s arrival was warmly welcomed by the Bai family.

 

The Bai family was not inferior to the Gu family. The relatives and friends were all elegantly dressed, a gathering of affluence and distinction. Each person showed a friendly or amiable smile upon seeing Gu Jinyin.

 

Gu Jinmian couldn’t maintain his scowl and politely smiled back at them.

 

The emotionally moved filming director felt like crying.

 

Bai Qirui said to Yin Moshu, “Quickly introduce everyone.”

 

Yin Moshu pulled Gu Jinmian aside, smiling as he said to the crowd, “Everyone, this is my boyfriend, Mian Mian.”

 

Gu Jinmian suddenly felt a chill, and as he saw Yin Moshu looking at him, there was a meaningful smile on his face.

 

Gu Jinmian had a bad premonition.

 

Sure enough, just like Yin Moshu usually did, he placed his hand on the back of Gu Jinmian’s neck.

 

Following Yin Moshu’s usual actions, he held the back of Gu Jinyin’s neck and brought him closer with an irresistible force.

 

At that moment, Gu Jinmian didn’t feel much, but as soon as Yin Moshu’s hand came down, a layer of goosebumps appeared there. His body stiffened, and there was resistance and anger in his eyes.

 

Yin Moshu noticed it, his eyes were dark and mysterious. He licked his upper palate with the tip of his tongue and, with much more force than usual, brought Gu Jinyin closer, forcefully planting a kiss on his lips.

 

His lips were unlike before—dry and rough, naturally carrying a sense of aggression.

 

Gu Jinmian’s scalp tingled instantly, and anger erupted in his eyes. His fists clenched and made cracking sounds.

 

Unfortunately, amidst the applause from the cameras and the crowd, his poised fist couldn’t land on Yin Moshu.

 

His anger was too overwhelming, too much to contain. It rushed out of his mouth, turning into a breathy “ha” sound.

 

While Yin Moshu was still smiling at others, Gu Jinyin couldn’t physically hit him, but he couldn’t hold back his anger either.

 

He disconnected their earpieces, smiled at the camera, and pushed out his anger without reservation, saying, “What’s the rush? Isn’t there anyone in real life willing to get close to you?”

 

Seeing Yin Moshu’s tense jaw, Gu Jinyin felt a sense of satisfaction and continued, “I heard that the copyrights of a book add up to millions, and yet no one wants to get close. How terrible can it be?”

 

There was a flash of something in Yin Moshu’s eyes, a mix of hostility and melancholy. Then he laughed, following Gu Jinmian’s words with a lecherous smile.

 

“Oh, no one wants to get close. It was hard to deceive someone to come here, and now I regret not sleeping together after so many nights in bed.”