Yao Yao lay weakly on the soft bed, a suffocating feeling trapped in her chest that wouldn’t rise or fall. She knew it was the original body’s emotions acting up.
“Don’t worry, rest assured. I’ll be filial to our parents, take good care of the children, and live harmoniously with Shen Yu. I won’t repeat past mistakes—I’ll live well,” Yao Yao murmured in a gentle, soothing tone. Gradually, the oppressive feeling in her chest faded away.
The intense emotional fluctuations left Yao Yao exhausted. By the time Shen Yu entered the room, she had already fallen asleep.
Yao Yao slept in an adorable posture, evoking a sense of endearment in anyone who saw her.
The couple spent two days in Shanghai before flying directly abroad to begin their honeymoon.
They chose a scenic island, a top vacation spot for the wealthy worldwide. Not only was the environment beautiful, but its geographical location was also superior, with spring-like weather year-round and consistently comfortable temperatures.
During their half-month honeymoon, Yao Yao was utterly captivated. She learned to snorkel, drifting freely in the ocean with her mind at ease, basking in the sunlight, and feeling that life was truly fulfilling.
At first, when Shen Yu suggested taking Yao Yao snorkeling, she firmly refused: “No! I won’t go. It’s too scary!” Even as a supernatural being, she hadn’t been capable of diving to the ocean depths, and as a human, it felt even more impossible. Human life was so fragile—she had to cherish it carefully.
While Shen Yu explored the underwater world, Yao Yao waited alone by the shore. Her fair, petite feet sank into the soft sand, a wonderfully comfortable sensation.
Yao Yao still wasn’t accustomed to wearing typical swimwear in public. Before heading out, she slipped on a long white trench coat-style sun protection jacket.
Her striking beauty and unique aura attracted numerous men who approached to strike up conversations. Her delicate face immediately turned cold and stern as she ignored all advances.
Through recent experiences, Yao Yao had learned that some people would take a mile if given an inch. Even polite rejections wouldn’t stop them from persistently changing topics, completely ignoring her mentions of having a husband. Thus, she chose outright indifference.
However, there were always those with ill intentions who, upon seeing a beautiful woman alone, would let their vulgar thoughts surface. Like foul-smelling flies, they buzzed around relentlessly, unwilling to leave, always hoping to gain some cheap thrill.
A slight frown formed between Yao Yao’s brows as disgust welled up in her heart. She regretted not listening to Shen Yu’s advice earlier. When Shen Yu saw how adamantly she refused to snorkel, he had considered staying with her, but Yao Yao had urged him to go alone and take photos of the underwater scenery for her.
If only she had gone snorkeling too—it would have been better than being targeted by these disgusting people on shore!
Just as Yao Yao’s patience was running out, she heard a familiar voice: “Wife!”
At that moment, Shen Yu seemed like a god descending from heaven. Watching his tall figure emerge from the shallow waters, Yao Yao excitedly ran over, tightly wrapping her arms around his waist. Her voice brimmed with grievance: “Husband~ That man was harassing me. Teach him a lesson!”
Pointing toward where she had just come from, she then realized the man had already disappeared.
Instantly, Yao Yao felt even more wronged: “Where did that disgusting fly go?”
Hearing the nickname Yao Yao had given him, Shen Yu’s gloomy expression softened somewhat. He patted her back comfortingly with his large hand, his deep voice filled with reassurance: “He can run but he can’t hide. I’ve memorized that man’s face. Don’t worry, your husband will teach him a proper lesson!”
Yao Yao’s frustration melted away then, for she completely trusted her husband’s capability to keep his word.
Shen Yu still felt lingering fear. He knew how captivating his wife could be, and how dangerous it could be for a woman alone in a foreign country. But since he had promised to take underwater photos for her, he had to continue the dive. After hurriedly snapping a few shots of marine life, he surfaced, relieved that nothing had gone wrong.
Secretly, Shen Yu resolved never to let his wife stray more than a step away from him again.
After removing their diving suits, they settled into lounge chairs under a beach umbrella. Yao Yao eagerly opened the camera to view the photos Shen Yu had taken underwater.
The deep blue seabed was breathtaking. Among the colorful coral reefs, various exotic marine creatures swam about. Vibrant schools of tropical fish darted playfully while sea turtles glided leisurely. In one corner of the photo, a massive dolphin appeared, the entire underwater world radiating vibrant life.
Yao Yao became utterly captivated. The photos ignited her curiosity, and she turned excitedly to Shen Yu who was typing on his phone nearby: “Husband, I want to go scuba diving too! You have to teach me properly!”
Shen Yu’s eyebrows rose slightly in surprise. He hadn’t expected mere photos to change his wife’s mind, but he nodded in agreement: “Alright.”
After several days of professional training, Shen Yu finally approved Yao Yao for underwater diving. Being a certified diver himself with considerable experience, he had always loved the underwater world.
Fully equipped with professional gear, they began their descent into the sea. With Shen Yu’s meticulous care beside her, Yao Yao felt no fear, her trust in him absolute from the depths of her heart.
Descending beneath the ocean surface felt like entering paradise. The boundless sea made them appear minuscule, yet the vast underwater realm brought not fear but a peaceful serenity.
Unnameable creatures danced around them, the ever-present corals were truly beautiful, and occasionally larger beings like stingrays and sharks would pass by. The live spectacle proved far more shocking than any photograph.
Yao Yao’s beautiful eyes refused to blink, afraid of missing any of the stunning scenery.
This time, Shen Yu had specially hired a professional photography team to dive with them and capture various couple photos. Yao Yao enjoyed herself so thoroughly underwater that she never wanted to leave!
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Time flashed by, and their wonderful honeymoon came to an end. Yao Yao left the island with anticipation for their next vacation, as Shen Yu had promised to make time for annual getaways with her.
Being understanding, Yao Yao felt perfectly content with one vacation per year – after all, her husband needed to focus on earning money to support their family!
She knew how busy Shen Yu’s work kept him. During their honeymoon, she once woke in the middle of the night to find him absent from bed. Initially suspecting him of mischief, she stormed out of the bedroom only to find him busy with video conferences in the hotel living room. Her heart ached with pain at the sight.
Of course, the heartache quickly faded. Why?
Because Yao Yao felt her husband had been working too hard, she thought of rewarding her hardworking, breadwinning husband with a kiss. But to her frustration, her husband was too fierce—completely unable to resist any intimacy. That simple kiss ignited the restraint Shen Yu had maintained for days.
Since the couple arrived on the island, to ensure Yao Yao could enjoy her days to the fullest, Shen Yu had suppressed his desires every night. He only dared to hold his wife through the blankets, avoiding any intimate contact. Meanwhile, exhausted from daytime activities, Yao Yao fell asleep quickly each night, so peace had prevailed until then.
That night, the bedroom wall lamp stayed on until dawn. Undulating shadows cycled repeatedly, the shifting positions growing increasingly blush-inducing, while delicate, intermittent moans trembled through the air, stirring the heart~
Unsurprisingly, the next day, Yao Yao slept straight through, and their original plans were shelved.