A night of passion unleashed Xiao Yufan’s most primal desires, and Lin Jiayao, experienced in the ways of the world, matched him in intensity. Their intimate entanglement lasted until the early morning light.
Meanwhile, in another bedroom, two women who hadn’t closed their eyes all night appeared exceptionally tired. In the faintly charged atmosphere, the night had felt unbearably long.
As dawn cast a pale glow across the sky, Xiao Yufan gazed tenderly at the woman in his arms. Facing this woman who stood on a pedestal, his heart felt warm and intoxicatingly soft.
A faint, satisfied smile lingered at the corner of Lin Jiayao’s lips. Her closed eyelids fluttered slightly, likely stirred by a twinge of soreness. Exhausted, she drifted into a deep sleep nestled within Xiao Yufan’s arms.
When the two finally opened their eyes again, sunlight had already slipped through the curtains, casting a glow on the headboard. Stretching lazily, they met each other’s gaze, and Xiao Yufan caught a glimpse of shyness in Lin Jiayao’s eyes.
“Oh no, oh no… If I go out like this, those two are definitely going to tease me. It’s all your fault…”
As if suddenly recalling something, Lin Jiayao shot upright, heedless of the exposed skin, hurriedly reaching for her scattered clothes in disarray.
“Who was it that sneaked into my room in the middle of the night? Now you’re blaming me again. Why am I always the one who ends up wronged?”
Xiao Yufan rolled over, his eyes fixed on her delicate face, a playful and teasing glint in his eyes. Lin Jiayao, sensing his meaning, blushed even more deeply.
“No good deed goes unpunished. I won’t help you anymore. No wonder Yi Han said you’re a big playboy…”
Her face flushed red, spreading to her ears, Lin Jiayao shot Xiao Yufan a look of mock annoyance. Anyway, the sun was already high, and even if she walked out now, Yi Han and the other girl would surely know what had happened. Pretending to hide things now would only make it worse.
“Just what spell has that girl cast on you all? If this keeps up, my authority as the man of the house will be completely ruined…”
Speechless, Xiao Yufan had to admit defeat at the hands of Yu Yi Han. Whether it was Qin Menglu before or Lin Jiayao now, it seemed they had all gradually fallen under that girl’s influence.
“Then why don’t you just take her too? After all, she will be yours sooner or later. I can tell, Sister Yi Han’s feelings for you are no less than anyone else’s…”
Brushing her loosely scattered hair, Lin Jiayao murmured meaningfully. Though they had only just met, as a woman herself, she could clearly sense the other girl’s emotions.
Coughing dryly, Xiao Yufan couldn’t very well voice his true thoughts in front of Lin Jiayao. Yet, thinking of Yu Yi Han, his heart stirred with warmth. How could he possibly not be moved after being around that girl all day, every day?
“Just how long are you two planning to be lovey-dovey? It’s been all night already. Aren’t you tired?”
Just as the two were at a loss for words, Qin Menglu’s voice came from outside the bedroom door. Xiao Yufan was fine, but Lin Jiayao instantly pulled the blanket over her body, her face flushed red like it could drip with water.
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In the living room, the atmosphere was somewhat awkward. From the faint wrinkles at the corners of the two women’s eyes, Xiao Yufan could tell they hadn’t slept well the previous night.
“Did you not sleep well last night? You look so tired…”
Xiao Yufan had meant it as a kind gesture, but as soon as the words left his mouth, he realized the inappropriateness. The three women’s faces flushed even more deeply in response.
“Of course we couldn’t sleep well with you two making so much noise. Next time you do that, can’t you at least tone it down a bit? Or better yet, just take me along…”
Qin Menglu mumbled through a mouthful of food, treating the topic as casually as if it were nothing at all. Only she could act so nonchalant about it. Yu Yi Han and Lin Jiayao, however, both fell into silence.
Eyes fixed on his plate, Xiao Yufan was left reeling from Qin Menglu’s unexpectedly bold words. Looking into her mischievous eyes, he felt a sudden urge to just push her down right then and there.
“This isn’t my fault. You should talk to Jiayao about it. It’s not like I can just control how loud we are…”
“You’re making it worse…” Lin Jiayao couldn’t take it anymore. Her delicate hands reached straight for the soft skin at Xiao Yufan’s waist, delivering a pinch. Though it lacked real force, Xiao Yufan still playfully dodged.
“Alright, alright, let’s eat now!” Yu Yi Han laughed warmly at the three of them, her usually cold and composed face softening into a tender smile. She had accepted Lin Jiayao’s presence. If even a pop queen could be unconcerned about her man having other women, why should she hold on to any resentment?
Yu Yi Han believed in her grandfather’s judgment, and in her own. Never before had anyone truly captured her heart, yet from the very beginning, Xiao Yufan had walked straight into it. She never denied this.
She had never believed in fate, but Yu Yi Han knew that Xiao Yufan’s appearance in her life was destined. The two of them, through thick and thin, had finally arrived at this point, a journey only they could truly understand.
Perhaps it was their stubbornness that had kept their love buried deep inside, but thankfully, neither of them had ever left.
Breakfast was unusually warm and harmonious, and Xiao Yufan let out a long sigh of relief at the peaceful coexistence of the three women. But he knew this was only the beginning. Even without considering others, he still had no idea how to bring up the matter of Tian Xuan with Lin Jiayao.
“Isn’t this Sister Jiayao? Why is she on the entertainment news?”
Just as Xiao Yufan was struggling with the delicious breakfast, Qin Menglu suddenly pointed at the newspaper headline in shock. The three turned their gazes immediately to the front page.
A sense of foreboding flashed briefly through Xiao Yufan’s mind. As soon as he saw the headline, a cold, sharp aura erupted from him. Lin Jiayao’s body shivered slightly.
The headline read: “Pop Queen Willingly Becomes a Mistress,” accompanied by photos of Xiao Yufan and Lin Jiayao together. Without needing to think, Xiao Yufan knew someone was finally making their move.
“If that’s how you want to play, how can I possibly disappoint you? Not everyone deserves the luxury of ignorance…”
Seeing the fury building in Lin Jiayao’s expression, Xiao Yufan’s face turned completely cold. A cruel curve formed at the corner of his lips. If members of the Tian Organization were present, they would certainly know—the feared Qian Long had finally decided to strike.
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