Got Her Period!
Although Gu Cheng could now open his eyes and see, he had no intention of letting the doctors discover this change.
After all, his body was still in a sealed state.
What he wanted was his entire self—complete control.
Ning Yi, being the only person in the know, fully understood. After all, being able to open his eyes meant he could convey information, and it was a clear sign of recovery. Just this alone would already cause an uproar in elite circles.
“Alright, alright, close your eyes now,” Ning Yi said, looking at Gu Cheng.
Then she reached out and gently covered his eyes with a loving gesture. “It doesn’t make a difference whether they’re open or not.”
Gu Cheng: “?”
Ning Yi mulled over the original plotline. Once the big boss awakened, the story would officially kick into motion. He would rise powerfully, crushing everyone in his path.
By that time, she’d switch into Gu Cheng’s body and wave her hand to declare the reign of a new king.
What a satisfying thought!
—“What are you smiling about?”
Gu Cheng’s cool voice rang out in her mind.
“Nothing,” Ning Yi quickly straightened her expression and covered his eyes again. “Husband, you’re imagining things.”
Gu Cheng: “…”
—
The next day.
Ning Yi boarded a Bentley heading to Gu Cheng’s equestrian estate.
Young Master Gu Le also tagged along and had been chattering since they got in the car: “That’s my brother’s estate, wuwu. I miss it so much. When will I get to see my brother’s elegant horseback riding again? Wuwuwu.”
Ning Yi: O.O
Maybe today, you’ll see just that.
The car drove westward, where the vegetation became increasingly lush. More and more luxury and private cars appeared along the way, until they finally stopped at the grand iron gates of an upscale equestrian club.
The elite social circle was abuzz, with many people already exchanging pleasantries.
By now, Gu Le had completely adopted the habit of opening the car door for his sister-in-law. He held the door frame for her, drawing the attention of many onlookers.
Today, Ning Yi wore a tan leather vest layered over a light beige shirt, with a few buttons undone for a touch of vintage Western flair. Her lower half was clad in traditional black riding pants paired with riding boots. Compared to the ostentatious socialites present, her outfit was understated.
Yet, her long legs, accentuated by the snug riding pants and black boots, were so perfectly proportioned that they caught the eye. The moment she stepped out of the car, her movements were crisp and effortlessly cool.
“Whoa!” Zhao Mochu happened to walk by, camera in hand, and immediately started snapping pictures. “—You’ve already won! Sis, you’re stunning!”
Ning Yi thought to herself, winning or not doesn’t matter.
—As long as she didn’t end up wearing Gu Cheng’s rainbow riding outfit, she’d already won against herself!
“Oh, by the way, do you know who else is coming to the estate today?” Zhao Mochu said mysteriously. “A mega-celebrity, the film emperor Jiang Linyi! That’s why there are so many fans and media people here today.”
Ning Yi nodded knowingly. The male lead! Today marked the beginning of Ding Ziyue’s journey to becoming the pampered darling of the domineering film emperor.
In this melodramatic romance novel, the male and female leads followed a cliché “she flees, he chases” dynamic, with side characters and misunderstandings galore. But no matter what, the domineering film emperor simply couldn’t let her go!
Ning Yi: Fight, fight! All on my stage, please!
At that moment, Ding Ziyue and Wen Xiaoman also noticed Ning Yi. Remembering yesterday’s incident with the riding outfit purchase, their expressions turned awkward. No one had expected Ning Yi to dare use Gu Cheng’s account or to even know his password! People in the circle had been jealous all night.
But everyone knew Gu Cheng despised such shameless displays of borrowed power.
When Gu Cheng woke up, Ning Yi would surely get what was coming to her!
The socialites huddled together affectionately. “Alright, ladies, let’s take a group photo!”
Ding Ziyue, determined to make the best impression on Jiang Linyi today, wore an eye-catching red riding outfit and stood confidently at the centre of the group.
However, since everyone wanted a photo where they outshone the others, they spent over half an hour taking pictures, while Zhao Mochu amused herself by photographing their attempts.
No one invited Ning Yi to join them. She had already gone with Gu Le to pick out a horse.
Sure enough, Ning Yi spotted the one Gu Cheng had mentioned.
It was a Mongolian horse with a coffee-coloured coat, slightly smaller in size, and with gentle eyes—a good choice for beginners.
A ruggedly handsome instructor walked over. “You want this one?”
Before Ning Yi could respond, Gu Le fist-bumped him and exclaimed, “Brother Song!”
Song Yan was Gu Cheng’s former bodyguard and, more precisely, the head of security at Gu Corporation’s executive office. Even after Gu Cheng’s accident, Song Yan had remained loyal and continued managing this massive estate for him.
Ning Yi watched Gu Le and Song Yan interact like long-lost brothers, instantly understanding why they were so close—they were both Gu Cheng’s most loyal followers! Their devotion to him was unwavering.
“Hmm…” Ning Yi hesitated about whether to choose Horse 03.
Although it was Gu Cheng’s suggestion, her gaze was instinctively drawn to the horse beside it.
This one was taller, with a sleek coat and nearly black mane. The striking part was how its dark colouring transitioned into pure white on the back half of its body, giving it the appearance of an ink painting. It was absolutely stunning.
Beyond its looks, Ning Yi could immediately tell from its muscular frame that this was a strong, healthy horse. She asked Song Yan, “What’s its name?”
Song Yan, surprised at her discerning eye, glanced at her with a hint of admiration. “It’s a name brother Gu gave it. It’s called Xiaohong (Little Red).”
Ning Yi: “?”
This horse was black in the front and white in the back—what did “red” have to do with anything?
Gu Cheng, why didn’t you just name it Zhang Wei (the most common Chinese name)??
Ning Yi stared at the horse, now mentally referring to it as Zhang Wei—not Little Red—with a mix of regret and amusement.
At that moment, Ding Ziyue and Wen Xiaoman arrived to pick their horses. When they saw Ning Yi standing in front of Xiaohong, they burst into laughter—predictable! This country bumpkin had no clue what she was doing!
Wen Xiaoman sneered, “That’s Eldest Young Master Gu’s personal mount. Not just anyone can ride it. Without hundreds of hours of practice, you wouldn’t even be able to sit steady. I’d suggest you pick a shorter horse—make sure your legs can even reach the stirrups.”
She cast a condescending glance at Ning Yi’s legs.
And then froze for a few seconds.
They were… long. Very long.
Ning Yi stroked Xiaohong and immediately sensed some resistance from the horse.
Xiaohong was an older, experienced horse with a strong sense of familiarity toward its rider. It could tell that Ning Yi wasn’t skilled and thus refused to cooperate.
Feeling a bit disappointed but not disheartened, Ning Yi mentally called out to Gu Cheng, “Husband, I said hi to your Xiaohong.”
Gu Cheng’s voice came back coolly, “How is it?”
“Pretty good,” Ning Yi replied, retracting her hand. “It’s got a handsome face and good teeth.”
Gu Cheng chuckled, low and deep.
The exhilaration of galloping on horseback still coursed through his veins, even after three years of confinement. A feral, almost rebellious energy stirred in him, flowing like black smoke deep in his soul.
He asked, “Want to try it?”
Ning Yi: “Huh?”
“I’ll help you tame it first, then you ride. If you can’t handle it, I’ll take over,” Gu Cheng said, his voice magnetic and commanding. “—Do you dare?”
What a cunning, black-hearted man.
But Ning Yi’s bright eyes sparkled with excitement. “Sure, why not?”
After all, she was no stranger to bold challenges.
Ning Yi turned to Song Yan. “I’ll take this one.”
With that, they switched bodies.
Song Yan frowned. “Are you sure you want Xiaohong? You’ll need to train first.”
But as a breeze swept by, the figure in front of him flicked their hair lightly.
When Song Yan looked up again, he was met with a pair of cold, dark eyes radiating natural authority.
He froze. An instinctive sense of submission welled up inside him.
Gu Cheng’s voice was calm and decisive. “Yes, this one.”
The elite circle exploded with gossip.
“Ning Yi is going to ride Eldest Young Master Gu’s Xiaohong?”
“Is she insane? Is she that desperate to prove she’s worthy of him?”
Ding Ziyue watched smugly. Ning Yi must be panicking! With Eldest Young Master Gu’s awakening imminent, she’s swiping his card, riding his horse—so desperate to cling on.
She couldn’t wait to see Gu Cheng wake up and put Ning Yi in her place!
Ding Ziyue initially expected Ning Yi to embarrass herself by failing to mount the horse. But then her sharp eyes caught sight of Jiang Linyi watching the scene intently.
Feigning concern, she turned to “Ning Yi” with a kind smile. “Sister, this isn’t something to show off with! What if you hurt yourself? Besides, that horse won’t listen to you—”
Before she could finish, Gu Cheng, now in Ning Yi’s body, stepped closer to Xiaohong and looked it straight in the eye.
A good horse has spirit, and Xiaohong could sense it.
It snorted a few breaths, tossed its head—
And then knelt obediently before the slender figure standing in front of it.
Everyone: “What the—?!”
Ding Ziyue: “???”
Unbelievable! How does she keep pulling this off? Did she just somehow master this skill on the spot??
For a brief moment, Ding Ziyue couldn’t help but question reality—wait, who’s the female lead of this romance novel, anyway?!
Meanwhile, Zhao Mochu and countless fans hidden in the corners of the estate were furiously snapping photos.
“Holy crap, this is iconic!”
“Ahhh, this is pure gold!”
“I swear, if I post this on CMore, my account will blow up!”
When Gu Cheng began leading the horse to get it prepped, practically everyone at the estate was watching.
Gu Cheng skilfully checked the reins, stirrup straps, and every piece of gear. Then, taking a helmet and protective vest from the dumbfounded Song Yan, he made sure everything was secure—it was Ning Yi’s body, after all, and proper protection was a must.
Song Yan hesitated one last time. “Uh, are you sure you don’t need me to…”
The next moment, everyone watched as “Ning Yi” mounted the horse with swift precision. Her leg stretched out gracefully, straight and slender, and the sleek black boots seemed to stomp right into people’s hearts.
The fans of the film emperor, already known for their love of appearances, collectively lost it.
“Holy crap, who is this goddess?!”
“Isn’t she that viral beauty in the green dress from last time?!”
“I’m swooning—her legs aren’t legs, they’re the spring waters of the Seine!”
Ding Ziyue bit down hard on her lip, scrambling to pick a horse for herself. Today, she’d planned to pose for some glamorous photos and maintain her public image. No way was she letting Ning Yi steal the spotlight again!
Meanwhile, Gu Cheng nudged his horse forward and rode out smoothly.
“Keep your legs tight.”
“Always grip the reins firmly.”
“Keep your back straight, don’t rely on the stirrups.”
He instructed Ning Yi with calm authority in her mind as he rode effortlessly.
“And then… feel its rhythm.”
In the wind, Gu Cheng’s lips curved into a subtle smile.
For the first time in three years, he felt the rush of wind cutting past him.
His surging ambition, his overwhelming desires—they all began to bubble up as his body gradually regained its vitality.
“Ah Yi,” Gu Cheng called out, “do you dare?”
Ning Yi had already been itching to join him. “On my way!”
In the next moment, they swapped bodies again.
Ning Yi, recalling his instructions, immediately fell into the correct posture and mindset.
But Xiaohong, with its keen instincts, seemed to notice something unusual. It neighed restlessly, resisting a little.
However, who was Ning Yi? She was a woman who had survived three years in a post-apocalyptic world and had once ridden on the heads of zombies without losing her balance.
She immediately tightened her grip on the reins and steadied the horse.
On the other end, Gu Cheng didn’t hear her reply for a few seconds and called out, “Ah Yi?”
Could she not handle it?
“If you can’t, switch back. I’ll take over any—”
Before he could finish, her voice rang out, filled with exhilaration: “Wheeeeeeeeeee!”
Ning Yi was having the time of her life.
Take off!
Gu Cheng froze for a moment.
And then, in the dark recesses of his mind, he let out a quiet laugh.
From a distance, Jiang Linyi, who had been silently observing everything, couldn’t help but follow her with his gaze.
He had never seen a woman quite like this before.
Riding on horseback, Ning Yi exuded a dynamic contrast: at times cold and commanding, at others laughing freely and exuberantly.
It was a unique blend of beauty and charisma, a complexity unmatched even in an entertainment industry filled with stunning women.
…She was special.
As Jiang Linyi watched in a daze, a soft gasp suddenly came from behind him.
Startled, he turned to help, only to find himself face-to-face with Ding Ziyue’s tearful, glistening eyes. He hesitated slightly.
“Thank you,” Ding Ziyue said, rubbing her ankle and asking gratefully, “Who are you?”
Jiang Linyi thought, She doesn’t even know who I am. So innocent.
“It doesn’t matter who I am. As long as you’re okay.”
—
Meanwhile, Ning Yi was happily galloping around the equestrian field.
Xiaohong had already warmed up to her. It no longer acted up and even instinctively avoided bumpy terrain.
Horseback riding was exhilarating—a completely different kind of thrill from simply lying down and relaxing!
It felt like her entire being was unfolding in the wind.
“Hubby, I love you so much~” Ning Yi said. “Can I ride Xiaohong often from now on~~?”
A calm voice replied, “Of course. As long as it makes you happy, Ah Yi.”
Gu Cheng, meanwhile, was deep in thought, reflecting on the fleeting sensation he’d experienced earlier.
When he briefly assumed that Ning Yi couldn’t control the horse, he felt a subtle, almost imperceptible shift between their souls.
Of course, unlike Ning Yi, Gu Cheng couldn’t consciously control their body swaps. But he felt… a tiny sliver of looseness in the link.
When their body-swapping first began, Gu Cheng had understood one thing clearly—despite Ning Yi holding the initiative, the randomness of it meant they were equally subject to its whims.
Gu Cheng narrowed his eyes slightly.
Unfortunately, that feeling of random swapping disappeared as quickly as it came.
With no outward reaction, he asked, “Ah Yi, should we switch back?”
Ning Yi, still immersed in her fun, wasn’t ready to give up yet. And considering there was a cooldown after the third swap…
“What did you say, hubby? The wind’s too loud—I can’t hear you—”
Bad signal! Oops!
“Ha.”
Gu Cheng stayed silent, trying to carefully feel the link, experimenting with his thoughts.
Meanwhile, Ning Yi happily trotted back to the stables, dismounted gracefully with Gu Le’s help.
“Damn, sis-in-law, you were so cool just now! You could totally ride with my brother from now on—”
Gu Le was about to continue hyping her up when Ning Yi, still smiling, dashed off toward the stables’ shop.
Gu Le: What’s up?
Sis-in-law hungry?
—
On the other side, Gu Cheng continued experimenting, attempting to exert control with his thoughts.
It seemed unlikely, but what if…?
And suddenly, their bodies really did swap back.
Gu Cheng stood in Ning Yi’s body, looking down at her hands.
Could it be… that he now had some control over this?
Then, he noticed the hand he was inspecting was holding a partially opened package—pink, feminine, and clearly used.
He glanced behind him. He was standing at the entrance of the women’s restroom. Judging by the scene, he’d just walked out.
Ning Yi: Hehe.
Oops, that was me.
Gu Cheng spent a few seconds processing what was happening. Then he became acutely aware of a faint cramp in his abdomen, which quickly escalated into sharp, intense pain.
His eyes narrowed dangerously. “Ning Yi, what’s going on?”
Ning Yi, comfortably sprawled on a mattress worth hundreds of thousands, replied shyly, “It’s my period, hubby.”
Gu Cheng: “?”
Menstrual cramps? Never experienced those, huh?
Ning Yi gleefully added, Enjoy the experience, my dear!
Gu Cheng: ?!
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