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Chapter 244 Why don't you stay here with me today?

A warm force emanated from their intertwined fingertips. Shen Yuan pulled Li Zhi along, and they walked briskly into the brightly lit apartment entrance.

The motion-sensor light turned on immediately, dispelling the chill outside the door.

Upon reaching the elevator lobby, the elevator doors opened with a "ding" shortly afterward.

There were only the two of them in the empty metal space.

Shen Yuan pressed the floor button, 19A.

The elevator doors slowly closed, completely shutting out the cold air from outside. In the sudden, clear silence, the elevator began to ascend smoothly.

The smooth, mirror-like walls clearly reflected their figures leaning together.

The beautiful girl leaned her head slightly against his shoulder, the blush on her cheeks not yet completely faded, her eyes still filled with the enchanting and warm memories of the journey.

The boy lowered his eyes, his gaze falling on her small crown of hair, a satisfied smile on his lips, his fingers gently caressing her knuckles and palms.

The air seemed to become thick and warm in this small space.

Li Zhi felt his steady heartbeat beside her ear, and the palm of his hand being caressed felt itchy, as if a tiny electric current was running through it. Even her neck, which was tightly wrapped in a high collar, seemed to be getting warm.

She quietly raised her eyelashes to look at the pair of deep, focused eyes reflected in the metal wall, then quickly lowered them again, the curve of her lips deepening.

A slight "click" was heard, and the elevator car paused slightly.

We've arrived at Building 19A.

The stairwell doors slid open silently to both sides, revealing a stairwell paved with light-colored tiles.

The windows at the end of the corridor let in the lights of other buildings in the community, but on this floor, only the elevator lobby and the motion-activated lights in the corridor emitted a soft glow.

Shen Yuan took her hand and naturally stepped out of the elevator.

The heels tapped softly against the tiled floor, and the motion-activated lights dutifully illuminated the familiar hallway leading to their home.

The two doors stood silently in the light and shadow, like two silent entrances to different worlds.

Shen Yuan lowered his eyes to look at Li Zhi beside him, holding her hand without letting go, his thumb unconsciously stroking the back of her hand lightly.

He could feel her knuckles curl slightly in his palm.

The boy's gaze lingered on her lips for a moment, a mixture of knowing the answer and expectation in his eyes, before he softly asked:
"Which way to?"

The sound was exceptionally clear in the empty, quiet corridor, stirring the surrounding stillness.

Li Zhi felt as if his straightforward question had touched a hidden embarrassment that had been lingering in her heart all the way, and the heat that had just subsided on her cheeks suddenly rose again.

She quickly looked up and glared at Shen Yuan, her eyes filled with intense embarrassment.

The girl slightly tightened her grip on Shen Yuan's fingers, her gaze drifting towards the address 1901.

The girl lowered her head slightly, as if to encourage herself, and said clearly in a low voice:

"To your house..."

She paused, as if remembering some extremely important reason, then immediately looked up, her tone becoming lighter and more resolute:
"It's Chinese New Year today, and as the mother of Sangeng and Naonao, I should spend some time with them."

This was the only reason she could openly and without any flaws at that moment.

However, Li Zhi quickly changed the subject, as if he had just remembered that there was something else he needed to do.

The girl quickly added, her eyelashes fluttering rapidly.

"But I need to go home first, I have something to take care of."

Shen Yuan squeezed her hand and nodded: "Okay, then I'll wait for you here."

Li Zhi immediately released Shen Yuan's hand and reached her slender fingers into the down jacket pocket to fumble for the key.

Shen Yuan's gaze followed her back as she stood at his door, then opened the door and went inside.

The room was filled with the familiar silence.

The warm, ambient light in the entryway turned on and then slowly went out.

Li Zhi didn't turn on the main lights, but relied on the light in the entryway to tiptoe through the hallway.

The heartbeat that had finally calmed down seemed to start beating uncontrollably again in the solitude of the space.

However, the heat on my cheeks was reduced considerably by the cold indoor temperature.

The beautiful girl walked to her bedroom door in a few steps, grasped the cold metal doorknob, and gently turned it.

"Click."

The door opened, welcoming her into her own little space.

She closed the door behind her, but didn't lock it, and stood with her back against the door for a moment.

In the darkness, the outline of the desk and the shape of the bed could be vaguely made out.

Occasionally, stray flashes of fireworks streak across the window, casting fleeting shadows on the wall.

In the stillness, the tension she had suppressed in front of Shen Yuan, along with the secret anticipation of their upcoming meeting, crept silently across her skin like a fine electric current.

Li Zhi took a deep breath, walked a few steps to the wall, and accurately turned on the desk lamp.

A warm yellow halo immediately shone down, enveloping her in a gentle circle of light.

The light danced on her slightly reddened earlobes.

This small, yet bright light seemed to make her feel safer than the overhead headlights.

Li Zhi didn't linger in front of the mirror for long; her gaze drifted to the solid wood wardrobe standing quietly in the corner.

She walked to the wardrobe and stopped.

Looking at the neat and simple wardrobe doors, I finally made a small decision, reached out and gently pulled open one of the doors.

"Russing..."

The soft sound of clothes rubbing against the cabinet was particularly clear in the quiet room.

The scene inside the wardrobe was displayed under the light, with neatly hung clothes gleaming softly, and the elegant scent of wardrobe incense and her own fabric softener wafting out.

Li Zhi's gaze slowly swept over the dazzling array of clothes, carrying a hint of seriousness in her selection that she herself was unaware of.

Her cheeks seemed to be getting hotter.

tonight……

Which one would be more suitable to wear?
The girl's gaze eventually settled on a black garment.

She reached out her fingers and carefully parted the other hanging clothes. When her fingertips touched the soft fabric of the garment, she paused slightly as if she had been burned.

A hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes.

Really want...

She bit her lower lip.

Never mind, it's winter now, Li Zhi!
Besides... you're just going to see the cats! There's no need to make such a big fuss!
Li Zhi shook his head slightly, feeling that he was probably a little dazed.

The beautiful girl looked at the wardrobe in front of her, and finally, under the light of the desk lamp, she chose an outfit from among the clothes.

In the dim light, slender fingers reached up to the collar and gently unzipped the down jacket.

The shadow fell on the wall and swayed silently.

The chill of the winter night wafted through the glass, while inside, clothes lay on the bed, waiting to be changed.

In the quiet room, only the soft rustling of fabric could be heard, like a narrator's rapid heartbeat.

The light cast the silhouette of the girl alone on the wall; one shadow bent down, and another rose up, as if wearing something.

After several silent moments of activity, a slight "click" was heard as the door lock turned. The bedroom door was opened a crack again.

Shen Yuan leaned against the wall bricks by the door of 1902, looking down and swiping his phone screen.

Hearing the noise, he immediately looked up.

Warm yellow light streamed through the crack in the door, outlining the silhouette of the beautiful girl reappearing at the doorway.

Li Zhi had already changed his clothes.

The door was pulled open completely.

She was wearing a thick down jacket.

It was that dress that could cover her whole body, exactly the same dress she wore when she confessed her feelings that day.

Shen Yuan's gaze landed precisely on her smooth neck.

The turtleneck sweater that had been tightly wrapped around her neck, serving as a guardian of some kind of evidence, has disappeared!
Bathed in warm light, Li Zhi's gracefully shaped neck was perfectly exposed, her fair skin gleaming with a delicate sheen under the lamplight.

Shen Yuan's gaze seemed to be drawn in by a magnet.

Those clear lines, like a tiny feather, gently brushed against a corner of his heart.

He clearly remembered the mark he had left on that smooth neck not long ago.

Li Bao, you're so bold...

"What are you looking at, you idiot!"

Li Zhi was burned by his overly direct and intense gaze, her cheeks instantly burning up again, and she subconsciously wanted to cover her neck with her hands.

She clearly caught the focus of Shen Yuan's gaze, and her feigned composure instantly crumbled.

"Let's go! Nao Nao and Geng Geng are getting impatient."

After Li Zhi finished speaking, he practically pushed Shen Yuan towards his home.

"So impatient, Li Bao?"

Shen Yuan's voice carried a hint of mockery.

"Ugh! You idiot! Who's in such a hurry?! I said I'm going to see Naonao and Sangeng!"

Li Zhi pinched Shen Yuan's arm hard in annoyance.

"Open the door quickly!"

The smile in Shen Yuan's eyes deepened, as if they held a sky full of stars.

"Okay, okay." He stopped teasing him, took out his keys from his pocket, and deftly opened his front door.

"Click."

The door opened with a click, and a familiar scent wafted out.

The motion-sensor light in the entryway also turned on instantly, casting a soft, warm yellow glow that illuminated the two people at the door.

Shen Yuan stepped aside, using his palm to protect the top edge of the door frame: "Please come in, Princess."

"Humph!"

Li Zhi lowered her head and darted inside like a nimble little rabbit, crossing the entrance hall and standing in the relatively spacious foyer.

She kept her eyes slightly lowered, still tightly wrapped in that thick down jacket, like a well-wrapped gift, only revealing her rosy cheeks and a small part of her graceful neck.

The air inside carried a quiet, slightly chilly feeling, typical of a room that hadn't been ventilated for a long time, causing her to instinctively hunch her shoulders.

Shen Yuan gently closed the door behind him, shutting out the remaining sounds in the hallway.

He casually switched on the main light in the foyer, and the brighter light dispelled the darkness in the corner.

Shen Yuan led Li Zhi into the room.

The click of the door lock closing had barely faded when two soft, urgent meows echoed in the room.

Immediately afterwards, two fluffy white kittens rushed over.

The two little guys had obviously heard the familiar scent and footsteps long ago, and now their tails were held high as they rushed towards the door like little rockets.

Li Zhi's eyes lit up instantly, and the lingering shyness was quickly replaced by tenderness and joy at seeing her beloved pet.

"Naughty! It's past midnight!"

She called out softly with delight, a natural smile spreading across her lips.

The pretty girl bent down, not even bothering to take off her heavy down jacket, and squatted directly on the floor by the door.

"Come here, let Mommy hug you!"

She stretched out her hands, her fair fingers gently scratching Nao Nao's chin as if teasing a bellflower.

The little guy immediately tilted his head back comfortably, squinted his eyes, and the gurgling sound in his throat became even louder.

Her other hand reached down to Sangeng's back, her fingers deftly sinking into the warm, soft fur, gently stroking along his spine.

He half-closed his eyes at midnight, slightly arching his back in response to her caresses.

Shen Yuan reached out and turned on the room light, which poured down and enveloped the girl who was crouching on the ground, affectionately cuddling with the cat.

Her loose hair cascaded down her shoulders, and her fluffy down jacket spread out beneath her, resembling a soft, blooming velvet flower.

The girl's fingertips traced patterns on the cat's warm fur, her blush not yet fully faded. Her expression, a mixture of focus and affection, was rendered with an exceptionally touching tenderness in the light and shadow.

Shen Yuan leaned against the door frame, not turning on the light immediately to disturb them. His gaze fell on the tranquil scene of "motherly love and filial piety," and the tenderness in his eyes was almost overflowing.

"drop!"

Shen Yuan took the air conditioner remote and turned it on; the heating began to slowly raise the room temperature.

A gentle, warm breeze began to waft out from the air conditioner vents, gradually dispelling the last trace of chill in the room.

Li Zhi and Shen Yuan sat on the bed, their fingertips gently running through the hair of Nao Nao and San Geng.

Happy Chinese New Year, little ones! You'll be one year old soon!

"Are you planning to get them some gifts for their first birthday?" Shen Yuan asked Li Zhi with a smile.

Li Zhi blinked and rubbed Shen Yuan's chest: "Shouldn't you, as the father, be thinking about this? Hmm? Are you leaving everything to Mom?"

"I've already taken on the responsibilities of cleaning up poop and feeding them," Shen Yuan calmly revealed his trump card.

"Hiss—" The beautiful girl gasped.

That's undeniable!
"Okay, I'll think of something then. Oh, by the way, I've already come up with the caption for my WeChat Moments."

The pretty girl spoke in a light and cheerful voice as she took her phone out of her down jacket pocket.

Her fingertips danced across the screen like playing the piano, the shimmering white light illuminating the slightly upturned corners of her lips.

Shen Yuan leaned closer to look, but she blocked the screen with her arm.

"What's the rush? You idiot."

A moment later, a sly glint flashed in her eyes, and she suddenly turned the phone screen around and steadily handed it to Shen Yuan.

Under the warm yellow light, the fireworks photo in the background of the dialog box shimmered with color, while a few lines of neat handwriting flowed quietly below.

May we all strive to achieve the same results next year as we do today.

Shen Yuan's gaze lingered on those few lines of text for a long time.

"How was it? Wasn't it great?"

Li Zhi's slightly smug voice pulled him back to reality.

She shook her phone, and the screen displayed the WeChat Moments post she had just edited.

The beautiful girl quickly selected a few of her favorite photos from Yang Yishui's pictures.

"Same as always, send it the same way I send it."

After Li Zhi finished speaking, he watched Shen Yuan arrange the pictures on his WeChat Moments like a supervisor.

"Don't worry, it'll be exactly the same."

Shen Yuan reached out and flicked Li Zhi's little nose, eliciting a snort from the beautiful girl.

"Hey, where's your copywriting?" Li Zhi tilted her head slightly, her eyes never leaving her phone screen.

"Just wait and see, I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

Shen Yuan's fingertips hovered over the text input box for a moment, then began to tap rapidly.

Li Zhi's eyelashes trembled slightly, filled with curiosity and a secret anticipation.

"Here, it's done." Shen Yuan turned the phone screen towards her, a warm smile on his lips.

On the screen, below the same nine-grid photo, were the text he had edited:

—May you be with me every year, even now and in the future.

Li Zhi's gaze lingered on that line of text for a few seconds.

The girl's ears felt slightly warm, and a small bubble of happiness seemed to bubble up in her heart, but she only gave a soft "hmm" as a sign of approval.

Seeing her reaction, Shen Yuan's smile deepened, tinged with a mischievous smugness: "Just wait and see, it'll definitely be full of praise."

He clicked the send button deftly.

Immediately afterwards, Li Zhi also posted on his WeChat Moments.

It's foreseeable that if A-Jie scrolls through his WeChat Moments today, he'll be criticizing Shen Yuan again.

As warmth slowly rose, a thin layer of sweat gradually seeped onto her fair neck, which was wrapped in a thick down jacket, giving it a faint pink hue.

"Hmm...it's getting a bit hot."

The pretty girl muttered something under her breath, as if talking to herself.

She stopped teasing the cat and slowly got up from the bed.

With the zipper's hissing sound, the warm, sweet scent that had been contained instantly and quietly spread out.

She deftly pulled her arm out of the sleeve and then flipped it back.

The fluffy down jacket was lightly removed and casually placed on Shen Yuan's bed, covering the kitten under the jacket.

The bright lights inside poured down without reservation, instantly outlining the girl's even more captivating features.

Hidden beneath the feathered dress was a soft, skin-friendly off-white V-neck knitted mini-dress.

That gentle, languid style perfectly complemented her slender yet shapely curves, extending from her rounded, smooth shoulders to her perfectly proportioned waistline.

The open V-neckline is subtly sexy without being overly flamboyant, naturally revealing the fair and delicate collarbone and slender neck.

There are also marks left by Shen Yuan on it.

The knitted dress itself exudes a comfortable and warm feeling, which complements the blush on her face that remains from shyness.

What caught Shen Yuan's eye the most was undoubtedly the pure white cable-knit pantyhose that covered her legs.

Shen Yuan's memory was instantly ignited by the deep darkness of that night.

The impact of black stockings was direct, intense, and aggressively beautiful, like a thunderclap in the night, shattering his perception.

But at this moment... the pure white before my eyes is completely different.

The white sock toes seemed to twitch slightly, like some kind of silent summons.

Lustrous and pure, its lines are perfectly outlined under the light, exuding an almost sacred softness.

It's like the winding mountains covered in the first snow of winter—clear, gentle, yet with the same deadly allure.

Under the light, pure white clung tightly to every inch of her leg's curves.

The pure white covering did not conceal the natural curves of those legs; on the contrary, it presented them in an even more perfect way.

Extending from the absolute territory beneath the hem of the skirt, it follows the full, rounded curve downwards, outlining a tight, tapering shape on the outer thigh.

After pausing briefly above the knee, continue drawing the long and smooth curve of the calf.

The toes of the socks were almost imperceptibly stretched upwards, like taut strings, tightening at the ankle to firmly lock in that delicate and exquisite feel, leaving only the jade-carved outline of the heel.

The light fell on the stockings, illuminating the flawless evenness and firmness of the legs, without a trace of excess fat, only the vibrant vitality of a young girl and the perfect symmetry achieved through careful maintenance.

Shen Yuan's breathing paused slightly without him noticing.

This pure white seemed to radiate its own light, warm and delicate, unlike the captivating and mysterious deep black of the night of the confession, yet it outlined every inch of Li Zhi's legs more clearly.

The twisted pattern seems like a carefully crafted code on this pure canvas.

It adds a touch of childlike cuteness, and makes the eye involuntarily want to follow those undulating paths to explore the soft skin texture beneath.

After Li Zhi took off her clothes, she looked up and saw Shen Yuan's gaze fixed on her legs.

The girl looked up, her gaze falling on Shen Yuan's face. She leaned slightly forward and asked, softly yet clearly, the question that had been lingering in her heart: "Is it handsome?"

Almost the instant Li Zhi finished speaking, Shen Yuan nodded vigorously and rapidly, again and again, like a chick pecking at rice, with a firm determination.

Those deep eyes remained fixed on her, shining brightly, their intense heat and certainty almost overflowing.

The subtle, ambiguous atmosphere dispelled the last trace of winter night chill, making the already alluring and heated atmosphere between the two even hotter and thicker.

Li Zhi felt a shiver run through her heart as she looked at his undisguised gaze, and the heat that had just subsided on her cheeks returned.

But she didn't flinch. Instead, in the air filled with warmth and excitement, she slightly raised her delicate chin, a hint of knowing-it-all cunning in her eyes.

Her voice became even softer and gentler, like the tip of a feather brushing against the heartstrings.

"Then..." The girl's fingertips unconsciously tugged at a stray strand of hair, "What...should you do now?"

Before he could finish speaking, the light surging in Shen Yuan's eyes froze instantly, then was replaced by an almost ferocious desire.

"Should--"

He didn't even let the question linger in the air for half a second; his deep, husky voice, carrying a scalding breath, broke through the thick air.

I'll hug you!

The thought and the action erupted simultaneously!

The boy's long, strong arms suddenly reached out and wrapped around Li Zhi's slender, soft waist!

The movement was so fast that it created a small gust of wind, giving Li Zhi no time to react.

My palm pressed against the warm, delicate skin through the soft, off-white knit fabric, with a slight pressure!

"--ah!"

Li Zhi felt a sudden loss of balance, and her exclamation was choked back by the sudden approach of the burning body temperature!
Shen Yuan tightened his arms, gently lifting her off the bed and then firmly pressing her onto his thigh!
The impact of falling down made both of them clearly feel the outline and heat of each other's bodies.

Li Zhi's legs, wrapped in pure white braided patterns, clung to his firm thighs without any cushioning.

The delicate texture and cotton fabric come into contact, conveying a heart-warming softness and elasticity.

The beautiful girl was practically embedded in his arms, forced to sit on the firmest part of his thighs.

Shen Yuan's other arm had already wrapped around her waist, tightly locking her to his chest.

Li Zhi could only subconsciously place his hands against his firm chest, like a small animal caught in a hunter's trap with nowhere to escape.

She struggled slightly, but it only caused their tightly pressed bodies to rub against each other, creating an even more dizzying heat.

"you……"

Li Zhi's breathing was a little unsteady, and the fingertips pressed against his chest curled up slightly, trying to push away a little distance, but the fingertips were too soft to exert any strength.

The girl bit her lower lip in embarrassment and annoyance, then glared at him with her watery eyes: "You bad boy!"

That "bad guy" acted like a switch, instantly igniting Shen Yuan's mischievous thoughts.

Shen Yuan quietly raised his free hand, his fingers tracing the girl's smooth face.

His Adam's apple bobbed: "Li Bao, give me a kiss."

Li Zhi knew very well that this was not a request.

My heart seemed to be ignited by this straightforward invitation, pounding so hard it felt like it would burst out of my chest.

The blush on her cheeks spread all the way to her ears and then to her neck, which was exposed to the air.

The last bit of strength she had used to struggle was completely drained, and the hand that had been pressed against his chest slipped limply to the ground.

The air was so thick it was almost still, and the light danced in the elongated shadows between the two people.

After a moment of frozen silence, Li Zhi's thick eyelashes trembled slightly.

The anger that had been glaring at him had long since melted away, leaving only a moist and radiant sense of obedience and shyness.

Her arms, as if drawn by some instinct, slowly rose, crossed her broad shoulders, and gently wrapped around the back of Shen Yuan's neck.

A silent promise speaks louder than a thousand words.

The arms entwined around his neck were the whole world she had given him.

Shen Yuan gazed at the shy, watery light beneath the eyelashes of the person in his arms, feeling the strength of the arms wrapped around his neck.

His Adam's apple bobbed heavily, his heart surging like boiling water, clamoring with longing.

That silent plea had melted into their intertwined breaths, waiting only for the final touch to ignite this long-suppressed flame.

The moment he bowed his head.

Li Zhi's closed eyelashes trembled suddenly.

No hesitation, no hesitation.

The beautiful girl suddenly tilted her head back!
Soft lips pressed their first mark on Shen Yuan's lips!

"...!"

Shen Yuan's mind went blank and went blank.

The anticipated initiative was completely shattered by this unexpected reversal of fortune.

The girl's movements were somewhat clumsy and hurried.

Her arms tightened suddenly behind his neck, her knuckles digging slightly into his hair.

The initial contact of their lips was tinged with a bit of panic, as if they wanted to personally tell each other all the anticipation and excitement of the day.

Their breaths, rapid and hot, sprayed onto each other's faces, and in just a moment, the brute force softened into an awkward caress.

Shen Yuan seemed to recover from the violent tremor, and a low, satisfied sigh escaped his lips.

The arms around her waist tightened slightly, as if trying to draw her slender waist into his own body.

His other hand instinctively rose, his burning palm gripping the back of her head tightly.

His slender fingers dug into her soft hair, pressing her even more firmly against him, leaving her no room to retreat in her audacious invasion.

Sangeng and Naonao curiously peeked out, their round eyes watching the two people tightly embracing on the bed, and tilted their heads.

The sound was automatically filtered out of the world.

The only sounds in this small space were the whispers of their lips and the subtle movements of their clothing.

Finally, when the air in their chests was almost gone, the two of them separated slightly, panting.

Li Zhi's forehead pressed against Shen Yuan's forehead, their noses almost touching.

The girl's lips were moist, rosy and alluring.

She buried her face in Shen Yuan's neck, blushing and breathing in the air that carried his scent, feeling as if she had just done something thrilling.

Shen Yuan's chest heaved as he looked down at the girl in his arms, who was almost melting into a puddle of water.

The passionate, even somewhat fierce, kiss she had just given him contrasted sharply with her shy, timid posture nestled in his arms.

A low laugh escaped from Shen Yuan's throat, carrying a hint of barely concealed satisfaction.

“Li Bao…”

Shen Yuan deliberately paused, moved even closer, and his hot breath brushed against her burning earlobe.

"Why are you being so bold today?"

His gaze was direct and intense.

Li Zhi's heart was in turmoil from the word "bold".

The beautiful girl lifted her face from the crook of his neck, meeting his teasing gaze. The competitive spirit he had stirred within her instantly overwhelmed her shyness.

Her cheeks were still flushed, but her eyes were surprisingly bright.

Instead of backing down, she met Shen Yuan's gaze and gently bit her lips, which had just been kissed and were now vibrant with color.

Then, to Shen Yuan's slightly surprised look, her cheek moved even closer.
"what happened?"

The girl's voice trembled slightly: "You think I'm too bold?"

She paused, then brought her cheek closer again, their breaths mingling once more.

Li Zhi lowered his voice, and his breathy tone, with an indescribable allure, penetrated Shen Yuan's eardrums.

"Did I take the initiative too quickly and catch you off guard?"

The last few words were almost uttered by Li Zhi's lips brushing against the corner of his lips.

It was provocative and alluring, pushing back that bit of boldness completely, or even doubling it.

The relaxed smile that was originally on Shen Yuan's lips instantly froze, and an even more intense heat rushed straight to his brain!
"Li Zhi!! You're committing a crime!"

He suddenly tightened his grip on Li Zhi's waist, and with a burning passion and intense response, he kissed her back fiercely.

It was no longer a preliminary exploration, but a more intense exchange, as if they were vying for each other's breath and dominance.

Li Zhihuan tightened his arms around Shen Yuan's neck, as if responding to him.

In this state of complete absorption, one's center of gravity shifts without one even realizing it.

Perhaps it was the direction of Shen Yuan's arm movements, or perhaps it was Li Zhi's loss of balance in exerting force.

The two of them suddenly stumbled and lost their balance!
"Well!"

With a gasp, the two figures lurched backward uncontrollably.

The impact was not strong, and the mattress absorbed most of the shock.

Shen Yuan lay on his back on the bed, and Li Zhi lay on top of him.

The sudden feeling of weightlessness and the change in posture made both of them freeze for a moment.

Their eyes met, and the burning passion in their eyes had not yet dissipated, but was frozen for a moment by this sudden embarrassment.

The room lights illuminated this ambiguous yet somewhat comical still image.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

Sangeng and Naonao stood up straight, their fluffy little heads getting closer, their round eyes filled with curiosity and inquiry.

As Shen Yuan lay on the soft bedding, he could clearly feel the warm weight of Li Zhi covering him and her body stiffening instantly.

Li Zhi propped himself up, his arm still unconsciously resting on his chest. The two were extremely close, their noses almost touching.

The burning passion that was about to ignite a second ago seemed to be interrupted by this sudden clumsiness, freezing into a comical question mark in the air.

Li Zhi's beautiful eyes widened in shock and surprise.

Shen Yuan's eyes were also filled with astonishment followed by bewilderment.

Silence, a brief yet crystal-clear stillness for a second.

Then--

"……puff."

Shen Yuan's chest trembled first, and a suppressed gasp escaped from his throat.

That wasn't a complete laugh; it was more like an instinctive reaction to the unexpected and absurd scene before him.

The short, sharp sound was like a pebble thrown into water.

"what……"

The next second, Li Zhi also lost his composure.

She seemed unable to contain the immense contrast and the sudden absurdity any longer.

Her slender shoulders trembled violently, and a clear, crisp sneer escaped from her lips.

She tried to suppress her laughter by pursing her lips, but the sight made her eyes crinkle into a smile.

Her eyes, which had just been moist, instantly filled with a bright smile and deep shyness.

"Pfft... Ha, hahaha..."

Shen Yuan finally couldn't hold back any longer. Looking at her shy yet happy expression, a deep laugh finally rolled out from the depths of his chest, no longer suppressed.

The rise and fall of his chest caused Li Zhi, who was pressed against him, to tremble slightly.

"Silly, silly Shen Yuan!" Li Zhi laughed as she couldn't help but lightly punch his shoulder with her small fist, her voice still trembling with lingering embarrassment.

"It's all your fault... You just suddenly collapsed..."

"Hello..."

Shen Yuan laughed as he reached out to grab her mischievous little fist. "I was provoked by you, wasn't I? Who told you to suddenly act like that...!"

His gaze swept meaningfully over her lips and those unusually bright eyes, swallowing back the more seductive words that followed, but his mischievous look said it all.

Shut up, you idiot!

Li Zhi's cheeks flushed red again.

A brief burst of laughter dispelled all the awkwardness and tension on the verge of arousal.

They were already kissing intensely, and for a moment, they were both laughing so hard they could hardly breathe.

Li Zhi simply released her strength, and with a lingering smile, gently pressed her burning cheek against Shen Yuan's broad chest.

Shen Yuan also tightened his arms around her, holding her even closer.

The intense, ambiguous tension that had been building just moments before quietly transformed into a more comforting warmth amidst this unexpected burst of laughter.

Li Zhi's cheek remained pressed against Shen Yuan's chest, and she could clearly feel the steady beating and rising and falling of his heart. Shen Yuan's hands were still gently wrapped around her waist, unconsciously caressing the contours of her soft knitted dress.

Nao Nao and San Geng seemed to have seen enough, so they wandered over and found a comfortable spot by the bed to lie down.

Shen Yuan lowered his head, a hint of languor lingering after the smile faded, and spoke softly, his tone full of tenderness.

"Li Bao?"

He tightened his arms around her back and gently stroked the girl's head with his palm.

"Still lounging here?" His voice was filled with clear laughter and an overwhelming sense of doting affection. "Aren't you going to get up?"

The girl nestled against his chest stirred.

Li Zhi gently rubbed her cheek against the fabric of Shen Yuan's chest, without immediately looking up.

"Humph……"

This nasal sound was drawn out for a long time, with the ending note rising slightly.

"What?" Li Zhi finally raised her face slightly, resting her chin on his chest, her beautiful eyes misty as she stared at him, with a hint of coquettish accusation, as if she had suffered a great injustice.

"Shen Yuan..." she said, each word distinct, her tone like a kitten's paw gently scratching at the heart, "Are you trying to get rid of me?"

Those bright eyes were filled with the grievance of being driven away.

Looking into those aggrieved eyes and those slightly pouting lips, the thought of urging me just now was completely swept away.

Why would he want to send her away?

He only wished he could hold her tighter.

Shen Yuan chuckled helplessly, the vibrations in his chest clearly transmitted to the girl in front of him.

He lightly pinched her soft waist as punishment with his hand behind her back, then simply tightened his arms, pulling her even closer into his embrace.

His voice was a little hoarse, filled with a doting acceptance and boundless joy.

"Get rid of you? How could I bear to get rid of my Li Bao?"

He said in a deep and sincere voice, "I wish you could stay here forever."

The warmth and trust in the embrace made time seem to flow slowly.

Li Zhi rubbed her cheek against his chest, finding a more comfortable position, and muttered softly, "You're smart to know what's good for you..."

The sweet fragrance of her hair lingered around Shen Yuan's nose.

A thought quietly emerged in the warm air, tentatively testing the waters with a racing heartbeat.

His fingers unconsciously traced circles on the knitted fabric of Li Zhi's waist.

“Li Bao…”

Shen Yuan paused, as if organizing his thoughts, or perhaps giving her some time to react.

"You know... Lao Li and my dad... I guess it won't be until late at night before they leave, right?"

Hmm...more or less?

Li Zhi mumbled a response in his arms, seemingly unaware of the probing in his words.

"Didn't they often stay out until two or three in the morning before?"

"Too."

Shen Yuan's voice was muffled, with a hint of unintentional nonchalance.

He glanced at his phone: "It's... not even ten o'clock yet."

Shen Yuan fell silent for a moment, and the atmosphere became subtly quiet.

Li Zhi seemed to finally notice something from the subtle changes in his body and the overemphasis on the timing. She moved slightly, as if she wanted to look up at him.

He took a deep breath, and Li Zhi's warm breath filled his chest, giving him the courage to continue speaking.

His voice was slightly hoarse as he tentatively conveyed the question that had been lingering in Li Zhi's mind to him at very close range.

"Then... tonight..."

His Adam's apple bobbed, and the last few words seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, carrying a mixture of caution and seductive anticipation.

"Why don't you stay here with me?"

He quickly added, as if afraid she would refuse immediately, or as if he was making an excuse for himself.

"Anyway, your parents... won't be home until very late."

As soon as he finished speaking, the world seemed to fall silent for a moment.

Shen Yuan clearly felt the slender, soft body in his arms stiffen for a fleeting moment.

He could imagine that Li Zhi must be shocked by his directness and boldness at this moment.

"Shen! Yuan!"

Sure enough, a few seconds later, a muffled sound of embarrassment and annoyance came from his chest.

"What kind of stupid things are you thinking about all day long!"

The beautiful girl, like a small animal whose vital point had been struck, struggled to get up in his arms.

Her fierce accusation was less a rebuke and more an expression of extreme shame and indignation, her voice trembling slightly at the end.

Under the light, Li Zhi's face was flushed like a ripe peach, the blush spreading down to her slender neck and the delicate collarbone revealed at her neckline.

She was completely enraged by this audacious proposal.

However, as she angrily propped herself up, about to reprimand this idiot a few more times, she suddenly met Shen Yuan's gaze.

His gaze was fixed intently, with an indescribable focus and intensity, precisely fixed on the area below her neck, on the patch of skin half-hidden by her clothing.

Li Zhi's heart skipped a beat, and she subconsciously lowered her head following his gaze.

During the struggle, the originally neat beige V-neck knit dress loosened slightly.

The neckline had slipped down slightly without anyone noticing, and the smooth fabric had slipped away along the rounded curve of the shoulder, creating a gap.

The inner lining, with its rounded, full curves and a small patch of dazzlingly white skin, was exposed to the warm, cozy air without any defense.

"——!!!"

A heat wave, even more intense than before, suddenly surged up onto Li Zhi's head!

She felt her cheeks were burning hot enough to fry an egg, and frantically covered her open collar, pulling it up forcefully.

　No extra updates this weekend. My mother-in-law is in the hospital, and I've been spending the day there with my wife. Typing on my phone is a bit slow...

　　
　
(End of this chapter)