Chapter 121: The experiment (2/2)

“As long as you liked it.” Then, he stopped tidying up and asked, “Do you want me to help you remove your makeup?”

I was so happy with myself for finding such a great photo studio. So, I made a solemn oath and declared to the makeup artist, “In the future, if I come to Japan again, I’ll definitely return!”

“Haha!” He laughed like a child as he helped me remove the head ornament and makeup. “In the future, if your friends plan to come to Japan, don’t forget to recommend our studio to them!”

Friends…? I wanted to tell him that the closest people to me were already on this trip. But it sounded kind of awkward so I simply nodded.

“Also, just mention my name and they’ll give you a discount!”

“Oh yeah, I don’t know your name…”

“Anson.”

“Anson!” I was worried I’d forget, so I repeated once more.

The makeup artist smiled, “That’s right. My name is Anson.”

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Ever since we returned from Japan, all of Suyang’s inspiration appeared. The moment we got back, he immediately began to type nonstop. He said the day at the photo studio gave him a lot of inspiration.

“Here!” One day, Suyang handed me a walkie-talkie.

Initially, I was pleasantly enjoying my wonderful weekend. But the moment I saw Suyang, I had a bad gut feeling. I stared at the walkie-talkie and was too afraid to accept it from him. I was scared it was a prank.

“What is it?”

“This is related to my inspiration. As my assistant, it is time for you to do your job.”

I had nearly forgotten that I was his assistant… recently, I’ve been living as Suyang’s girlfriend. I forgot that I had to cooperate with him at all levels when he writes his novels.

“What do I have to do this time….?” I was a bit worried as I shrunk my body on the couch.

“It’s very simple. Just carry this walkie-talkie and be on standby on the 30th floor. I will be on the 1st floor. When you hear my command, run down as fast as you can. Understand?”

I understood but I was confused at the same time.

“You want me to run down from the 30th floor? Do you think I’m Superwoman?”

“I’m not telling you to fly. Just run. I want to know how long it would take.”

“Then you run, I’ll be the timer.”

“Men and women have different build. I want to test the female stamina.” Suyang giggled. He knew it was a tough task but still forced me do it. Suyang stuffed the walkie-talkie into my hand.

Then, he nudged me with his arm, “Let’s go. After the experiment, we’ll go out to eat dinner. My treat, okay?”

I glared at Suyang, “Do you think I’m the type of woman who only requires a meal to be satisfied?”

“I think….” Suyang avoided eye contact and I knew what he was thinking.

“What are we having for dinner?” I frowned. Although I was somewhat unwilling, this was part of my job as an assistant.

“Whatever you want.”

I got up from the couch and took a deep breath, “Let’s go do this before I starve to death!” Then, I went over to the entrance to put on my running shoes.

“Ok!” Since I agreed, Suyang smiled and quickly followed along. The two of us waited for the elevator. I went up to the 30th floor, while he went down to the 1st.

I held onto Suyang’s walkie-talkie and stood in the passageway; in a runner’s position. I had no idea how the inspiration from the Japan Edo photo studio could lead to this experiment. What a qualitative leap. What was he doing on the computer these past few days?

“Are you ready?” I could hear Suyang’s fuzzy voice from the walkie-talkie.

“Yes, I’m ready.” I stared at the long and endless staircases and waited for his command.

“Start!”

I began to run down as fast as I could. Deep down, I was glad that Suyang wanted to find out how fast it would take to run down the stairs instead of up…

“As long as I get down as fast as I can, it’s okay, right? I don’t have to run…” I asked.

“What do you mean?”

“My literal meaning!” I smiled and began to slide down from the handrail. Back when I was in Primary School, it was very common amongst children. Who would’ve thought that it would come of use in the future?

“Which floor are you on?” Suyang asked.

“I have no idea… I wasn’t counting!” I casually responded and continued my method. It saved me a lot of energy.

“Lin Yixin.” Suddenly, I vaguely heard someone whispering my name.