Chapter 355 : Poses... Knowledge
"That’s... that’s it!"
Chen Ruo looked at Ling Ning with unbridled excitement. While directing Ling Ning’s movements, her hands didn’t stop sketching furiously. For some reason, seeing Ling Ning strike such alluring poses unleashed an eruption of inspiration, as unstoppable as a volcanic eruption.
Meanwhile, Ling Ning wore an expression of utter despair as she followed Chen Ruo’s instructions. How had it come to this? While she’d always known that modeling for an erotic manga artist wouldn’t be a dignified experience, this was beyond embarrassing.
She deeply regretted agreeing to Chen Ruo’s request so easily. No—she had already begun regretting it the moment she set foot in Chen Ruo’s home.
"Oh~ Ling Ning, the look of embarrassment on your face right now is absolutely perfect. Please hold that expression!"
Seeing Ling Ning’s current state, Chen Ruo was already considering having her model for her more frequently. After all, every time Ling Ning posed for her, her creativity surged, saving her tons of time she could then use for gaming and reading novels. Not to mention, it kept her from worrying about her editor breathing down her neck.
"Is… is it done yet?"
Ling Ning stammered, though her voice was soft. Physical exhaustion wasn’t the issue—after all, she had been modeling for years. But these humiliating poses were another matter entirely. Thank goodness no one else was in the room aside from Chen Ruo. Otherwise, Ling Ning felt she might never be able to show her face in public again.
"Please hold on a little longer. This scene is almost complete. The next pose should be easier!"
"Easier? Wait, there’s another one!?"
"Of course! How could just one pose be enough?"
Chen Ruo explained as she seized the opportunity to capitalize on her burst of inspiration. Having the renowned Ling Ning as her model, and even persuading her to strike such embarrassing poses, was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was only right to cherish it.
After a while, Chen Ruo let out a long exhale, signaling the end of the current pose. As soon as she was done, Ling Ning immediately collapsed onto the floor, clutching her flushed cheeks. She felt utterly defiled. She wasn’t sure whether it was her dignity or something else, but she felt like she had just lost something precious.
Before Ling Ning could fully catch her breath, Chen Ruo dragged her onto the bed.
Sitting on the bed, Ling Ning rubbed her sore thighs. "At least let me rest a bit longer."
"No problem. The next pose is very relaxed—you can rest plenty!" Chen Ruo reassured her, then pushed her onto the bed, lifting her skirt slightly. It was just enough to tease at the edge of propriety. Her blouse was also slightly pulled up, revealing her cute belly button.
"Perfect!"
Ling Ning, beyond the point of resistance, simply let it happen. Whatever. Her dignity was already in tatters. If she tried to salvage it now, she’d probably just embarrass herself further.
"Wow~ Ling Ning, this look of surrender—resigned yet unyielding—is absolutely incredible. As expected of a professional model! It’s like you can read my mind!"
"I… I’m done…"
That said, the pose was indeed much easier. Lying on the soft bed, Ling Ning even felt a bit drowsy. She could feel her eyelids growing heavier until, unable to resist, she drifted off to sleep.
She had been so exhausted lately that the moment she found herself in a comfortable setting, her body gave in to rest.
Chen Ruo, meanwhile, worked furiously, her inspiration burning brightly. She completed the bulk of the scene quickly. However, when she turned to wake Ling Ning, she discovered that her model had fallen asleep at some point.
Chen Ruo’s gaze fell on Ling Ning, now peacefully dozing on the bed. Her mind wandered into dangerous territory, recalling all the scenarios she’d studied in her "reference materials." Her face turned increasingly red.
"Just… just one look shouldn’t hurt, right?" Chen Ruo murmured to herself, her eyes fixed on Ling Ning’s slightly lifted skirt. The tantalizing glimpse ignited her curiosity.
What kind of panties would someone as elegant and composed as Ling Ning wear?
The question gnawed at her like a cat scratching inside her mind. After a long mental struggle, Chen Ruo finally made a decision.
"As a righteous person, I can’t take advantage of someone while they’re sleeping," Chen Ruo thought firmly. She moved forward, intending only to cover Ling Ning with a blanket.
But at that exact moment, Ling Ning shifted in her sleep, causing her skirt to ride up just enough to reveal the answer to Chen Ruo’s burning question.
"This… this is unexpected!"
Chen Ruo blinked, then turned her head for a second look. Confirming the adorable teddy bear pattern on the panties, she nodded to herself, deep in thought. Ling Ning might appear mature and sophisticated on the surface, but could she secretly have a pure and innocent side?
It seemed Chen Ruo had stumbled upon a remarkable discovery.
As she was filling in the blanks of her imagination, Ling Ning stirred awake. She opened her eyes groggily, only to find Chen Ruo standing by the bedside, staring at her.
"Good morning," Ling Ning greeted drowsily before realizing something was off. Why was Chen Ruo standing over her like this? Wait… wasn’t she at Chen Ruo’s house, modeling for her erotic manga?
"Ling Ning, it’s already noon~"
"Noon? Did I fall asleep?" Ling Ning asked, rubbing her temples. She was clearly still shaking off the fog of sleep.
"Yes, you were sleeping soundly~" Chen Ruo replied with a nervous smile, relieved that Ling Ning hadn’t noticed anything amiss. "By the way, how about takeout for lunch? I don’t think there’s any food left in the house."
"I’m fine with that. Have you finished the drawings?"
"Almost! Just a bit more this afternoon, and it’ll be done."
"Eh!?"
Seeing Chen Ruo’s cheerful expression, Ling Ning couldn’t help but feel a growing sense of dread.
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Author’s Note:
Someone, please console this irritable fish today. A razor blade will do~