Jiang Chen’s breath caught, her eyelashes trembling uncontrollably.
It was Lu Jin who laughed first.
“How did you become so timid after just a few days at school? It was just a joke, why are you so frightened?”
His large hand gently stroked the girl’s slightly rough skin.
“My Chenchen has gotten quite tan recently, and her skin isn’t as delicate as before.”
“Yeah, the intensity is pretty high. I’m sweaty and smelly every day. Sometimes I’m too tired and just go to bed without showering.”
Jiang Chen suppressed the wild joy in her heart, deliberately frowning and speaking seriously.
She wanted Lu Jin to utterly despise her.
Sure enough, when Lu Jin heard the words “without showering,” his brows furrowed tightly.
Perfect!
It worked.
He was already starting to dislike her.
But unexpectedly, Lu Jin sighed softly and spoke quietly, “Then don’t go anymore. Rest well at home during this time. I’m familiar with the school leadership; I’ll speak to the school for you.”
?!
Jiang Chen never imagined this would be the outcome.
“No need! I can persevere!”
She refuted without thinking.
Seeing the man’s displeased expression, Jiang Chen’s tone immediately softened. “Mr. Lu, I… I just don’t want to trouble you. Although the training is exhausting, it’s really fun. I’ve met many classmates during the training, and I’m truly happy.”
Lu Jin tilted his head, seeming to ponder something seriously. Suddenly, his eyes narrowed slightly, and a faint, ambiguous smile lifted the corners of his lips. His large hand slowly caressed the girl’s waterfall-like long hair, the movement extremely gentle.
“What? Do you mean being with your classmates is happier than being with me?”
Cold sweat instantly soaked her back.
Though Lu Jin’s voice was soft, Jiang Chen knew he was already angry.
“No, you… you misunderstood.”
Jiang Chen dug her nails into her palm, forcing herself to calm down. “I… I just cherish my campus life. Thank you for considering everything for me, but… but could you please let me enjoy my complete campus life?”
The two stood facing each other.
Lu Jin didn’t speak.
Jiang Chen dared not even breathe loudly.
“Miss, you’re finally back! The braised pork ribs just came out of the pot, come try them.”
Aunt Zhao’s appearance finally broke the terrifying silence.
“Let’s eat first.”
His large hand naturally wrapped around Jiang Chen’s waist, and a gentle smile reappeared on the man’s face. “Aunt Zhao specially made dishes you love. Eat more later.”
“How’s the taste?”
Aunt Zhao blinked her eyes and asked.
“Delicious. Aunt Zhao, your cooking skills are chef-level.”
Jiang Chen devoured a bowl of rice like a whirlwind. “Aunt Zhao, could you please give me another bowl?”
“Sure!”
Aunt Zhao happily took the empty bowl.
Throughout, Lu Jin hardly touched his chopsticks, his deep eyes fixedly watching every move of the girl.
Jiang Chen felt uneasy under the man’s stare.
“You… why aren’t you eating?”
Lu Jin raised an eyebrow, his eyes smiling.
“A feast for the eyes.”
The straightforward praise instantly flushed Jiang Chen’s cheeks crimson. She lowered her head, her helpless appearance utterly adorable.
“Is it delicious?” Lu Jin suddenly asked.
“Yes.”
“Which dish is delicious?”
“All are delicious, but I like the braised pork ribs most.” Jiang Chen honestly replied.
“Let me taste it.”
Although Lu Jin said “taste,” he did not pick up his chopsticks. He raised an eyebrow at the girl, a captivating smile playing at the corner of his lips.
Jiang Chen’s cheeks burned fiercely; she understood his meaning.
She slowly walked forward, obediently picked up a small rib with her chopsticks, and, blushing, brought it to the man’s lips.
A long arm suddenly reached out, pulling her onto his lap in one swift motion.
Lu Jin opened his mouth, took a bite of the rib, and chewed slowly.
“It really is quite good.”
“Miss, the rice is ready, I’ll bring it for you…”
Aunt Zhao walked over carrying the rice. Seeing this scene, her old face couldn’t help but flush red. She quickly placed the bowl on the table, not daring to look any further. “I… I’ll go back to my room to rest and won’t disturb your meal.”
“I… I want to eat.”
Sitting on the man’s lap, Jiang Chen was sweating all over, her heart pounding like a drum. “Let me down.”
Lu Jin remained completely still, showing no intention of letting her go. “Just eat here.”
“How can that be?”
Just as Jiang Chen was about to protest, unexpectedly, the man pulled her tightly into his embrace. His husky, seductive voice echoed in her ear,
“Why not? When we’re in bed, aren’t you often in my arms like this?”
Boom.
A wave of heat instantly swept through her entire body.
Jiang Chen was, after all, young—how could she withstand such straightforward teasing?
Sweat beaded on her forehead, her shoulders trembled, and her body instantly went limp.
She struggled for a long time before finally spitting out indignantly,
“You… you’re shameless.”
So adorable.
He loved teasing her far too much.
The man smiled dotingly, his arms gradually tightening as he held the girl in his embrace.
“Hurry up and eat, Chenchen. I’ve been hungry for a long time.”
Clatter.
The chopsticks fell.
Jiang Chen’s wrist went weak, her palms sweaty. Someone save her—she was about to be teased to the point of suffocation.
Bathroom.
After much pleading, Jiang Chen finally managed to secure the chance to bathe alone.
That time in the water, Lu Jin had been rough, and she had nearly thought she wouldn’t survive.
She deliberately took her time washing.
Strangely, the man didn’t rush her either.
She happily relaxed, even humming a little tune.
Bang.
The bathroom door was suddenly pulled open.
Jiang Chen was startled and quickly ducked underwater, leaving only a pair of wide eyes nervously watching the newcomer.
Lu Jin walked in slowly, bare-chested.
“I… I’ll be done soon. You go out first.”
She protested softly while slowly backing away.
Lu Jin, however, was in no hurry. He sat down directly by the poolside, his dark, profound eyes fixed heavily on her, burning like fire.
He extended a large hand and slowly uttered two words,
“Come here.”
Seeing the girl unmoving, a cold glint flashed in the man’s cool eyes.
“Come here. Don’t make me say it a third time.”
Seeing that Lu Jin was truly angry, Jiang Chen dared not disobey.
Reluctantly, she moved closer.
Noticing the girl’s displeased expression, Lu Jin’s smile deepened. His long fingers lifted her chin.
“What, unwilling?”
Before the girl could speak, his thin lips pressed lightly against hers again, his tone seductive to the bone. “Chenchen, I’ve missed you so much these past few days, I’m going crazy. My thoughts, and my body—I can’t be without you now.”