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 Bathroom.

Liu Shuyao turned off the water, and a wisp of white steam spread through the air alongside her figure.

The bathroom walls were enveloped in warmth, with droplets of water sliding gracefully down, resembling pearls scattered around.

The mirror was shrouded in a soft mist, like a thin veil, concealing Liu Shuyao’s curvaceous figure.

Her smooth skin still glistened slightly, like a blooming rose under the night sky.

Liu Shuyao raised her hand to take the towel that lay nearby.

After hesitating for a moment, she glanced over at the thin lace outfit on the other side.

Finally, she hooked her finger around the black bunny outfit, tracing the lace patterns as her fingers danced over the fabric, evoking a desire to uncover its secrets.

Should she wear it?

She felt a bit shy.

But her boyfriend would probably like it, right?

Liu Shuyao lightly bit her lip, her brow slightly furrowed in confusion.

When she looked back at her reflection in the mirror, she couldn’t help but blush.

Glistening droplets of water occasionally trickled down her skin, while the delicate fabric outlined her graceful curves. The steam on the mirror made the beauty appear hazy and alluring, as if concealing a mysterious temptation.

She slowly raised her hand, gently caressing the mist on the glass, revealing her small, palm-sized face. Her rosy lips curled slightly, radiating an innocent yet seductive charm.

The bunny hairpin sat neatly behind her ear, complementing her pure, captivating eyes.

The bunny hairpin sat neatly behind her ear, harmonizing with her pure, captivating eyes.

The steam drifted over her long collarbone, outlining a hint of sensuality. Water droplets slid down her curves, as if conveying an ambiguous message to onlookers.

Below were her long, slender legs, the delicate tips of her toes lightly tapping on the tiled floor.

Every inch of her skin hinted at a subtle sensation, as if performing a private dance meant solely for her boyfriend!

After lingering in the bathroom for a moment and gathering her courage, Liu Shuyao finally decided to put on the bathrobe.

“Hubby?”

She found her boyfriend on the balcony and gently called out to him.

Xiang Ran turned at the sound, his eyes widening in shock as he swallowed hard, his gaze inevitably drawn to the bunny hairpin in her hair.

Though she wore a bathrobe outside, the black lace trim peeking out at the collar heightened his senses.

In that instant, it felt as if a current had surged through him, making all his nerves suddenly sensitive.

Xiang Ran’s eyes were filled with astonishment; this scene far exceeded his expectations.

He struggled to maintain his composure, but the excitement inside him was impossible to hide. His gaze lingered on Liu Shuyao’s lace trim, as if time had stopped in that moment.

Was this permissible?

“Master?”

Liu Shuyao’s voice broke the silence, her tone sweetly resonating with his name, as if she were teasing him with her newfound role.

That term became particularly seductive at that moment.

Xiang Ran swallowed hard, trying to regain his senses.

“W-why are you dressed like this?” His voice came out slightly hoarse, his heart racing wildly, sending waves of tingling sensations through him.

He cleared his throat, making an effort to return to reality.

Liu Shuyao's lips curled into a playful smile, her bright eyes glimmering with mischief.

She deliberately teased her bunny hairpin with her fingers, seemingly to entice her boyfriend’s gaze.

"Is it pretty?"

Xiang Ran took a sharp breath, unable to imagine the scene beneath the bathrobe. She really knew how to drive him crazy!

After a long pause, he finally stammered, "Um, it’s late, and the sea breeze is strong outside. You might catch a cold."

"Just come in already."

"I'm going to take a shower."

No one could refuse a campus belle like her! Xiang Ran hurriedly fled, feeling like if he stayed a moment longer, an ambulance would be the next thing to arrive.

Yet, the time they spent in the bathroom was only a few minutes apart.

Xiang Ran was instantly enveloped by the fragrance of the campus belle. He leaned against the cold wall, turned on the shower, and set it to the coldest setting, hoping to calm his racing heart.

On the other side, the campus belle was snuggled in bed, unable to wait any longer, her eyes growing heavy with sleep.

"Why are you still showering~?"

So Liu Shuyao decided to check in.

The next second, her cute voice floated in from outside the door.

"Hubby~"

"It's been half an hour~ are you still not done?"

The sudden sound jolted Xiang Ran back to reality, and he remembered what she was wearing—white, nothing underneath!

He frowned, took a deep breath, and tried to steady himself, his voice hoarse. "Just a moment."

Liu Shuyao, hearing her boyfriend's voice, didn’t sense anything unusual and obediently returned to wait in bed.

But maybe it was because she had so much fun that day, Liu Shuyao ultimately couldn’t resist the drowsiness, reminding herself that just a minute of drowsiness wouldn’t hurt.

However, before long, she succumbed entirely to the softness of the bed.

When Xiang Ran finally emerged, he only saw her bunny hairpin peeking out from under the covers. Liu Shuyao was blissfully asleep, her face buried in the pillow.

This made Xiang Ran breathe a sigh of relief. Fortunately, this was a suite. He turned off the lights in the main bedroom, crossed to the other side of the balcony, and opened the door to a smaller room.

He tidied up his things, then lay in bed, scrolling through messages in the group chat where Qi Dong was still complaining about the traffic.

He didn’t respond, noting it was already past one in the morning. He set his phone down, turned off the lights, and went to sleep.

Liu Shuyao had no idea when she had fallen asleep, still thinking she was in her dorm. Perhaps it was uncomfortable sleeping in her clothes; she felt itchy all over. Half-awake, she suddenly realized something!

Ahh!!!

Today was her birthday celebration with her boyfriend!

How could she have fallen asleep during such an important moment?

Now fully awake, Liu Shuyao threw back the covers to check, and her clothes were still on!

She glanced at the empty side of the bed, feeling dazed. Where was her boyfriend?

After a moment, Liu Shuyao turned on the light and got out of bed.

She walked into the living room but found no one. Growing anxious, she searched the house and discovered there was another room on the balcony!

Soon, she spotted her boyfriend!

The night breeze on the balcony was quite strong, making Liu Shuyao shiver, worried she might catch a cold since her clothes were hardly suitable for the chill.

Then, she quietly opened the sliding door. The room was very quiet; she could only hear her boyfriend’s breathing.

She didn’t turn on the lights or call out to him, instead stealthily climbing over to the other side of the bed.

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