We moved to Golden Courtyard

When have you ever not said that?

It seems so...

And then each time it would turn into some... indescribable scenes.

But right now, Xu Qi didn't really have much desire to do that kind of thing. He pulled the girl into his arms through the soft swimsuit, but unlike usual, Xu Qi wasn't wearing any clothes on his upper body.

The sensation of the friction directly reaching the skin was still quite novel for Xu Qi.

When Mei realized that her boyfriend didn't seem to have any intention of taking things further, she couldn't tell whether she was disappointed or happy. Anyway, she pouted and continued mixing the drinks.

"What are you looking at? You seem so engrossed. Are you really watching them play volleyball?"

If Xu Qi dares to answer yes, Mei will drop everything and join in playing beach volleyball right now.

"No, I'm watching Kosmo and Sue to see who will give in first and fall off the surfboard."

"what?"

Mei looked up, following Xu Qi's gaze...

On the sea, Kosmo and Su were so disheveled that they couldn't even put their feet on the surfboard. They clung tightly to the board, hoping not to be flung off by a Thousand Tribulations' tail whip!

Right now, only Kevin can withstand this kind of power thanks to his superb surfing skills, but...

This isn't speedboat surfing at all!

Who drives a speedboat at 120 km/h while surfing?!

"Hahaha! Let the storm rage on!"

We're the ones enduring the storm! You crazy maniac who loves to drive fast!

Kevin and his two friends were ranting and raving on the surfboard, and finally!

Kosmo, still just a high school student, was sent flying off the surfboard by a Thousand Tribulations' tail whip! Kevin was startled and grabbed Kosmo's hand with lightning speed!

Then they flew away together...

As it flew out, it crashed into Su, who was struggling to stay afloat.

The three of them flew out together...

"Alright, I hereby declare that all participants in this Thousand Tribulations Surfboard Battle Royale Tournament are eliminated, and there are no winners."

In short, just as Xu Qi and Mei were carrying a tray of drinks and inviting everyone to start drinking, Kevin and the others happened to swim out of the sea...

"Huh? Kosmo, is that a starfish on your head?"

No, Gretchen, the one on Kos's head is a mistake he made when he was young.

"Hey? Kevin, is that seaweed you're wearing just for decoration? That's so trendy."

Ellie? That's too much! Stop talking! Even though Kevin can't make any expressions other than a poker face, I really feel like he's about to cry!

Anyway, everyone in the Golden Courtyard, except for Kevin and his friends, was having a great time.

Even Aponia couldn't help but tremble, looking like she was holding it in quite a bit.

When the culprit, Qianjie, finally emerged from the speedboat, he seemed quite puzzled by Kevin and the others' stalking gaze—"Why are you looking at me like that?"

What do you want me to do?

Xu Qi was so happy he couldn't straighten up. Now, whenever he sees Kevin and the others, he can't help but recall the exciting scene of the three aerial acrobats crashing into the water.

The response was a smile.

"What are you laughing at? Why are you so happy?"

"Hahahaha! Laughing at idiots." Xu Qi replied subconsciously, "These three idiots even told me they wanted to go speedboat surfing, and you already chose to have Qian Jie drive the boat, and they still want to surf? Hahahaha!"

After answering, Xu Qi belatedly realized—wait a minute? Everyone should be here, right? Then who asked me that question?

"Huh? Eden!?"

Xu Qi quickly turned his head! When that noble and elegant figure came into view, wasn't it Eden?

Her signature long, burgundy hair was still gently swaying in the sea breeze.

"Sister Eden!"

"Long time no see, Xu Qi."

"Eden?"

"Is it Eden?"

"where?"

"Ah! Eden?~~ My good Eden~~"

The crowd surrounded Eden, and Ellie excitedly hugged him tightly, her cheek rubbing against Eden's ample bosom—you damn kebab.

Even Kevin and the others briefly forgot their earlier embarrassment because of Eden's arrival.

"Speaking of which, isn't Xu Qi going to give an introduction?"

Xu Qi was taken aback for a moment, then immediately realized what was happening. He pulled Mei, who had been hiding beside him, in front of Eden and said with a smile, "Eden, this is Mei, my girlfriend."

This sudden action made Mei glare at Xu Qi playfully, but in the end, she stood gracefully in front of Eden and said, "Hello, Miss Eden, my name is Raiden Mei, and I am... I am Xu Qi's girlfriend."

Eden glanced at Mei briefly and remarked.

"Xu Qi really found a good girl. Actually, I met you before."

"Huh? Last time?"

"Yes, at the Meilong base, when you and Xu Qi kissed goodbye."

As soon as Eden said this, the friends who hadn't witnessed this scene in Meilong immediately looked at Mei with gossip.

With her arms crossed over her chest, Vilvi spoke softly, her voice tinged with a hint of teasing.

"So Mei has such a bold side."

"No!...Stop talking!"

"Hahaha!"

71. Eden

"So, you're planning to start working at ETStudio now?"

"Yes, after this month."

At midday, under the parasol, Eden lay on the beach mat, enjoying Xu Qi applying sunscreen to her. She'd also get a massage later.

When Eden made this request, Mei seemed hesitant to speak, so Airi stepped forward to explain—the two were like siblings, it was nothing to worry about.

Then Ellie dragged me over to play beach volleyball.

Along with Kosmo, who also had some free time.

Now it's 3v3.

"Aren't you going to have fun? I can see your eyes are practically glued to the screen."

"Is there?"

"They're still keeping an eye on it."

Xu Qi smiled awkwardly. There was nothing he could do... Whether it was Mei or Airi, the way they jumped was just too alluring.

Xu Qi withdrew his gaze and began applying sunscreen to Eden's still youthful and smooth waist.

Xu Qi often had doubts. When he called to request a room at Golden Courtyard, it was Eden who he communicated with. At the time, Xu Qi didn't think much of it and treated them as just another landlord.

The conversation went very smoothly; he simply asked to see the house, and the other party readily agreed.

Now think about it...

That's Eden... perhaps one of the wealthiest small groups of people in the world.

However, at their first meeting, her approachable demeanor and very reserved temperament attracted Xu Qi, and at the same time, Xu Qi never guessed that she would be such an extraordinary woman.

"But speaking of ETStudio, I think I hold shares in it."

"Ugh?"

"Is there any need to be so surprised? I hold a stake in every leading company in every industry. For people like us, this is a very common thing, which is what you often call capital."

Xu Qi couldn't help but smile wryly. The more Eden acted this way, the more he felt a sense of wonder about the twists and turns of life.

"So, you're now considered my employee, Xu Qi."

"Okay, okay, boss, how was my service?"

"not bad."

Eden turned over, and when his alluring body was laid bare before Xu Qi... it's undeniable that Xu Qi felt a stirring in his heart.

"Just like that, you're so captivated you can't take your eyes off it?"

“Sister Eden, you really should pay more attention to your charm sometimes, especially with this kind of status and position.”

"What kind of identity?"

Xu Qi originally wanted to say—the world's richest man? Or a legend in the art world? Or perhaps... the Golden Eden that everyone worships?

But after thinking it over, it seems that none of these things are the most attractive to him.

"my sister."

This is the most taboo thing.

Eden wasn't surprised. She looked at Xu Qi with gentle eyes and said softly, "You know what? Xu Qi. Maybe that's why I like you so much and have always treated you like a younger brother."

"Let's not talk about this anymore, I'll wipe the front for you."

"You're not trying to take advantage of your sister, are you?"

"If you hadn't mentioned it, I probably wouldn't have had that thought."

With a smile on her face, Eden leaned down to help Xu Qi rub her shoulders as she suddenly leaned close to Xu Qi's ear, her warm breath hitting it and making Xu Qi's earlobes turn bright red instantly.

"If you want, I don't mind."

"Don't joke with me like that, Eden. I have a girlfriend."

"Does it refer to Mei? Or Airi?"

Xu Qi paused, his face looking quite grim.

He knew it... this couldn't be hidden from Eden.

Eden slowly sat up. She looked at Xu Qi's conflicted expression, her face showing neither disappointment nor anger, but rather... a smile.

"You think... I'm blaming you, right? After all, Ellie and I are such good friends."

"I……"

"But actually, I don't really care."

"Huh?" Xu Qi looked up in surprise, and he also found that Eden showed no signs of lying.

“Aili is Ai Li. Since she made this choice, it means she has made up her mind. As long as you don’t let her down, I won’t have any objections, Xu Qi.”

Thinking that way?

Xu Qi couldn't help but fall into deep thought. Why did he seem... so easy to talk to?

He didn't notice that Eden pulled him to sit down next to her, and then made sure Xu Qi could sit more comfortably with her body against her.

During this process, it was as if Eden was embracing Xu Qi.

"What about Mei? Does she know?"

"Ellie said that this should be left to her, and she would handle everything."

"Is that so... If it's Ellie, then it is indeed possible. Xu Qi, actually everyone in the Golden Courtyard has very simple thoughts in their hearts."

Do whatever you want, without being restricted by worldly rules and regulations.

"Indeed... I just feel that since I love someone with all my heart, I naturally hope that she can love me with all her heart as well. I suppose Mei feels the same way."

Eden gently stroked Xu Qi's cheek, giving him a feeling of warmth and comfort, like a gentle spring breeze.