Douluo Continent: The Ice Dragon King Martial Soul, Ma Xiaotao is Addicted

Zhang Lexuan hadn't had a break in a long time; outside of work hours, she devoted almost all her time to cultivation.

Of course, this was also a way to lessen her longing for Ye Chen...

After all, thinking about Ye Chen makes it easy to get distracted and not be able to do anything well.

She could only try to ignore Ye Chen's affairs by working and cultivating intensely, hoping to make time pass faster...

Now that Ye Chen is back, she wants time to slow down...

At this moment, Zhang Lexuan was no longer the dignified and composed vice dean she usually was in the academy; she was simply a little woman deeply in love.

Ye Chen's aura and warmth seemed to have a great soothing effect on her, making her want to abandon all the complicated matters and responsibilities and indulge in this moment of tranquility and tenderness.

If she hadn't kept her duties as vice dean firmly in mind and carried such a heavy responsibility, she would definitely have eloped with Ye Chen.

"Okay, okay~ I'll do whatever you say, big sister~"

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen smiled slightly and naturally did not refuse.

He could feel Zhang Lexuan's undisguised dependence and reluctance to part, and his heart melted completely.

Ye Chen smiled silently and stopped urging her. Instead, he tightened his arms around her, holding her even closer in his embrace.

The two embraced quietly, enjoying a rare moment of peace in the gradually setting sun.

Time seemed to stretch out in the office.

About fifteen minutes later, Zhang Lexuan seemed to finally break free from her sweet dream and slowly opened her eyes, which were as clear as autumn water.

As the haze of waking faded, she met Ye Chen's smiling gaze.

Zhang Lexuan was slightly taken aback at first, and then two red clouds quickly rose on her fair cheeks, obviously remembering how she had clung to bed and acted coquettishly before.

"Why are you so late? You didn't even remind me..."

Zhang Lexuan sat up somewhat embarrassedly, glanced at the sun outside the window which was clearly setting in the west, and then looked down to tidy her somewhat disheveled uniform and hair, trying to regain some of the aura of a vice dean.

But her slightly reddened ears betrayed her true feelings.

Ye Chen also sat up, stretched his shoulders which were a little sore from being pressed down, and looked at Zhang Lexuan's adorable appearance as she tried to maintain her composure but couldn't hide her shyness.

"My sister is sleeping so soundly, I just didn't want to disturb her~"

Ye Chen chuckled and teased, reaching out to tuck a stray strand of hair behind her ear.

Zhang Lexuan slapped away his mischievous hand and glared at him, saying, "It's all your fault... I slept so long my back aches."

Despite saying that, there was no hint of blame in her tone; instead, it carried a sweet, complaining quality.

"Shall I rub it for my sister?"

Ye Chen reached out and wrapped his arms around Zhang Lexuan's slender waist.

"Go away, you're never serious."

Zhang Lexuan gently pushed Ye Chen away, her face flushing even more.

She stood up, straightened her black uniform skirt slightly, and smoothed out the wrinkles.

She bent down and put her high heels back on after they slipped off.

Black stockings encased her shapely calves, gleaming softly in the afterglow of the setting sun.

"Gulu..."

Just then, a soft rumbling sound rang out untimely, breaking the slightly ambiguous atmosphere that had just begun to rise in the room.

Both of them were stunned for a moment, and then Zhang Lexuan's face turned even redder, and she covered her stomach in embarrassment.

"Looks like my sister's belly is protesting!"

Ye Chen couldn't help but laugh out loud. He stood up and naturally took Zhang Lexuan's hand, "Let's go get something to eat~"

Zhang Lexuan felt a warmth in her heart as he held her hand, and the fatigue brought on by work pressure seemed to dissipate.

"Okay, it's been so long since we ate together, you'd better feed me well tonight~"

Zhang Lexuan's gaze was deep and mysterious, her eyes holding an inexplicable meaning as she looked at Ye Chen.

"Of course, sister, don't you believe in my abilities?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen immediately exuded confidence.

Zhang Lexuan: ……

"What are you thinking? I mean, let me eat my fill!"

Zhang Lexuan glared at Ye Chen, clearly knowing that Ye Chen had misunderstood.

"Oh, so it's to make sure my sister is full. I thought it was to make sure my sister is full~" Ye Chen nodded obediently.

Zhang Lexuan: ……

Zhang Lexuan rolled her eyes at Ye Chen, then left the office with him and walked outside.

Of course, outside, Zhang Lexuan and Ye Chen still kept a slight distance from each other and did not appear so intimate. Instead, they walked side by side like teacher and student.

She encountered many students from the School of Foreign Languages ​​on the way, all of whom greeted Zhang Lexuan. Zhang Lexuan responded to each one, appearing very gentle.

Many students saw Ye Chen, but none of them could guess the true relationship between Ye Chen and Zhang Lexuan...

……

……

The two found a rather elegant couples' hotel in Shrek City. The hotel was decorated in a very romantic style, with soft lighting, soothing music, and a great atmosphere.

The dining table is next to the floor-to-ceiling window.

Outside the window, the city streets are illuminated as dusk settles.

However, the windows are one-way; those outside cannot see inside, while those inside can see clearly out, making it a unique feature.

The two sat down side by side, the soft bench bringing them very close together, their shoulders touching and their legs naturally pressed together.

The waiter brought the menu, and Ye Chen let Zhang Lexuan order first.

Zhang Lexuan didn't stand on ceremony and ordered a few of her favorite light dishes.

Ye Chen then ordered several of the restaurant's signature main dishes and a bottle of red wine recommended by the restaurant.

In the office, we naturally discuss serious matters.

Here, the atmosphere naturally shifts to a more private and relaxed setting for romantic conversations.

While waiting for the dishes to be served, Ye Chen naturally took Zhang Lexuan's hand, which was resting on her lap, and gently played with it in his hand.

Her little hands were soft, smooth, and warm.

It feels very comfortable to touch.

Zhang Lexuan did not pull her hand away, but simply turned her head slightly to look at him.

Her eyes sparkled with a gentle smile.

What are you staring at me for?

Ye Chen asked with a smile.

"It seems like things have changed, but then again, they haven't."

Zhang Lexuan said with a smile.

After some time apart, Ye Chen had clearly matured a lot.

But in some ways, Ye Chen seems to have remained unchanged, still the same...

"Cough cough..."

Ye Chen noticed the teasing in Zhang Lexuan's eyes and felt somewhat embarrassed.

But he was still shameless, continuing to hold and play with Zhang Lexuan's small hand, showing no intention of letting go.

At this moment, the dishes and the bottle of chilled fruit wine were served.

The two waiters quickly set the table and poured the red wine.

"Please enjoy your meal, gentlemen."

The waiter bowed and withdrew, closing the door and leaving Ye Chen and Zhang Lexuan alone.

Ye Chen picked up his wine glass and lightly clinked it against Zhang Lexuan's.

"Sister, it's been so long since we had a drink together~"

Ye Chen said with a smile.

"Yes, I kind of miss the time in the inner courtyard..."

Zhang Lexuan took a sip and sighed slightly.

Back in the inner courtyard, she was the senior sister, and she often got to be with Ye Chen, so she was a bit bolder. Even if rumors spread, it didn't really have much of an impact.

Now, as the vice dean of the School of Foreign Languages, she represents the reputation of the school, so she can't do many things as she pleases.

The higher one's cultivation level and status, the more constraints one faces.

Of course, if she could do it all over again, she would still make the same choice.

After all, she was a strong-willed person and couldn't afford to fall too far behind Ye Chen...

……

The dinner was held in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

Ye Chen told Zhang Lexuan some interesting stories about foreign lands, which made Zhang Lexuan's eyes crinkle with laughter.

The two fed each other.

Ye Chen would occasionally feed Zhang Lexuan peeled shrimp.

Zhang Lexuan naturally opened her mouth to take it, and even playfully kissed Ye Chen's finger before feeding it to him with her mouth...

This intimate act of feeding each other is filled with the sweet atmosphere between lovers, making the surrounding air seem thick and ambiguous.

As she drank a few glasses of red wine, the blush on Zhang Lexuan's fair cheeks became more pronounced, and her eyes became even more watery and dreamy.

She has lost some of her usual poise and gained a touch of languid charm.

Perhaps because the room was a bit stuffy, Zhang Lexuan subconsciously raised her hand and unbuttoned the first button under the collar of her white shirt, then unbuttoned the second one.

A small patch of delicate, snow-white skin and an exquisite collarbone were immediately revealed.

The subtle, soft curves are even more impactful.

(End of this chapter)