This posture completely confined her to this small space.

Yu Xi sat on the dining table, with no way to escape, her eyes full of innocence and softness.

She really couldn’t understand how someone could be so wicked.

[I’m hungry!] she gestured, a little pouting.

“That’s right, the night is long. We can take our time, enjoy ourselves slowly,” he said, emphasizing the last word in a way that made one’s imagination run wild.

His smile was still on his lips, clearly not meaning anything innocent.

Yu Xi couldn’t stand it any longer, feeling helpless, and averted her gaze.

Shen Shu smiled silently, straightened up, and finally let her go.

He opened his arms towards her, as if to carry her down.

Yu Xi ignored him and quickly jumped off the table, running to the other side to sit.

Shen Shu leaned one hand on the dining table, his posture relaxed. This ease made him appear even more mature and confident.

The slight, almost invisible smile on his lips was irresistibly charming, like a summer night’s breeze, making one feel intoxicated.

When those deep, lake-like eyes quietly fixed on her, Yu Xi couldn’t help but feel warmth spreading through her body.

It was more powerful than a thousand words.

Yu Xi sat down, using the utensils to distract herself from the restlessness and unease inside.

After a while, Shen Shu pressed her hand down. “Hey, you forgot to add sauce to your steak.”

Yu Xi paused, then slowly looked up, realizing it just then.

Shen Shu laughed. “Little fool.”

Yu Xi reached for the sauce, but Shen Shu had already poured it for her.

“Have some wine,” he said, filling her glass with champagne.

Yu Xi shook her head, nervously glancing at him. [I don’t drink.]

“A little won’t hurt, champagne won’t make you drunk. You’ve never tried it, don’t you want to give it a go?” he coaxed her like a teacher introducing something new.

Yu Xi looked at him suspiciously, feeling a little wary.

Shen Shu looked serious, but she knew he wasn’t exactly like that.

He was up to something.

[I really can’t drink.] she insisted.

“Are you allergic to alcohol?” Shen Shu asked.

Yu Xi was an honest person and, feeling his gaze, could only shake her head.

Shen Shu smiled, and this smile made her nerves tighten, feeling like he wasn’t being sincere.

Yet, he stood tall and elegant, looking every bit the gentleman. He didn’t seem like a bad person at all.

Seeing her doubt him, Shen Shu seemed a little hurt. “I mean no harm, I just want you to try something new. Drinking too much isn’t good, but a little bit can help you relax.”

Yu Xi’s gaze met his, and somehow, she ended up believing his words.

She hesitated for a moment before raising the glass, taking a sip.

She frowned immediately after drinking.

The taste…

“Champagne is supposed to be perfect for girls. You can’t even handle this?” Shen Shu smiled softly.

Yu Xi gestured honestly. [It tastes like horse urine.]

Shen Shu froze for a moment, then chuckled, “Yu Xi, how can you be so cute?”

His tone was extremely serious as he looked at her, seemingly fascinated.

Yu Xi paused, still holding her glass, and stared at him, both of them locking eyes.

Shen Shu moved to the side and pressed a button on the remote control, causing the curtains to slowly close, leaving only the ones by the balcony open.

The room was already dim, and now it felt as though it blended with the night. The outside world was illuminated by the bright lights of the city.

This quiet and beautiful atmosphere made her heart even quieter.

Yu Xi instinctively set down her utensils and looked at him.

Shen Shu’s back looked just as tall and straight as ever. He wasn’t wearing a coat now, and his shirt fit perfectly into his belt. His long legs were restrained by his tailored trousers.

Neat and indifferent, his whole posture seemed to disappear into the dimness, exuding an aura that was almost maddeningly sexy.

Shen Shu turned around, and Yu Xi hurriedly averted her gaze, not daring to meet his eyes.

He leisurely unbuttoned two buttons of his shirt and took off his mechanical wristwatch with his left hand, carefully placing it on the table.

“Want to listen to some music?” he asked.

Yu Xi shook her head, taking another sip of champagne. What she had initially thought tasted bad was now becoming more tolerable, and her body felt strangely warm.

The feeling of slight intoxication was rather pleasant, like floating on a cloud, light and relaxed, but with a strange sense of release.

It felt delightful, so comfortable.

She took another sip.

It turned out that drinking wasn’t about the taste, but the sensation.

Just like now, she put the glass down and couldn’t help but cup her face.

When she looked up, she found Shen Shu staring at her, his expression unusually blank.

His usually calm eyes seemed darker, as though something she couldn’t quite understand was hidden in them.

It was like falling into the deepest part of the night, making her feel like she was losing herself in his gaze.

Yu Xi’s breath hitched, and she avoided his gaze, not daring to hold his stare for too long.

Shen Shu, however, continued to look at her intently.

She probably didn’t know how irresistible she appeared to him right now.

Her pale cheeks had a slight flush from the wine, as if it were coming from deep within her skin. Her eyes were glossy and dreamy, and when she looked at him, it was as if she had a hook in her gaze, drawing him in.

But her expression was so innocent, as though she had no idea how alluring she was.

Pure yet seductive, it was almost fatal.

Shen Shu took a deep breath and instinctively pinched his brow.

[Are you tired?] Yu Xi gestured.

Perhaps due to the alcohol, her demeanor seemed more relaxed than usual. She wasn’t as tense, with one leg crossed over the other, her chin resting on her hand as she gazed at him.

Her slippers hung loosely from her toes, like tender leaves in spring swaying with the breeze.

Shen Shu felt as if his heart was suspended in the air.

He slowly walked over, kneeling down, and reverently took her foot into his hands.

In the midst of Yu Xi’s surprised and disbelieving gaze, he lowered his head and kissed the top of her foot.

Yu Xi remembered that Shen Shu had a cleanliness obsession, and she quickly pulled her foot back, as though it had been burned.

Although she was still wearing stockings, she wasn’t quite used to it.

“Yu Xi, you are truly beautiful,” Shen Shu raised his head to look at her, his tone sincere.

Yu Xi froze for a moment before snorting softly and turning her head away.

Her profile was also incredibly graceful and alluring, with a waist and ankles so slender it was almost unbelievable, a result of years of dancing, making her body both flexible and elegant.

Yu Xi was the type of delicate woman whose charm lay in the way her eyes and brows moved, yet she also had a gentle, soft, and somewhat submissive demeanor.

Shen Shu straightened up, gently brushing a lock of her hair, before lowering his head to kiss her eyebrow.

He placed soft, scattered kisses that moved from her brow downwards.

He was almost touching her ear, then turned her face and kissed her roughly, his fingers skillfully unbuttoning her blouse. “Relax a little.”

Yu Xi trembled slightly, gripping the chair tightly, her fingertips turning pale.

Outside the window, the night scene seemed to stir, everything spinning before her eyes. She felt dizzy, her body responding with subtle tremors at his touch, powerless but leaning back into the chair behind her.

As Shen Shu kissed her, she couldn’t help but let out some soft sounds. From the corner of her eye, she saw him curve his lips into a smile, a faint amusement flickering in his eyes.

Unlike his usual calm or indifferent demeanor, he clearly enjoyed her current state of passion.

Shen Shu’s kisses could be gentle or intensely passionate, like a strong wind sweeping someone into a whirlwind. However, Yu Xi didn’t find it unpleasant. Perhaps it was because of the alcohol, but tonight she felt especially different, filled with an unusual desire.

She clung to his arm and took the initiative to offer him her lips.

He paused for a moment, then firmly cupped the back of her head with one hand, deepening the kiss.

His tongue swiftly entered her mouth, exploring every crevice, their saliva mixing, inseparable.

Yu Xi slowly became lost in his invasion, unable to control herself.

When their passion peaked, Shen Shu finally released her.

Yu Xi stared at him, somewhat confused, though also with a hint of dissatisfaction.

Shen Shu smiled, patting her and signaling for her to get up.

Yu Xi stood up in confusion. He held her hand and pulled it towards his shirt, saying, “Undo it for me.”

His gaze was deep, seemingly filled with a smoldering fire.

Yu Xi’s cheeks flushed red, her head lowered, too embarrassed to look at him. Her slender fingers tightened in tension.

Shen Shu’s white silk shirt was like satin, smooth and cool against her fingertips, sending a deeper shiver through her.

Yu Xi took a deep breath, nervously trying to undo the buttons.

But she was all thumbs, her anxiety causing her to pull off one of his buttons.

Shen Shu chuckled softly, pressing her hand down, saying, “Yu Xi, don’t be nervous. I won’t bite.”

Her face grew even redder, her hands trembling. She muttered to herself, “It’s probably the alcohol.”

Shen Shu cupped her face and kissed her again.

This kiss was gentle and lingering. His hands were large and thick, with calluses from years of holding a pen. They brushed against her cheek, rough but not unpleasant, causing a slight itch.

She breathed deeply, half cradled in his arms as he laid her on the couch.

Shen Shu leaned over her, watching her closely.

Yu Xi couldn’t bear his gaze and bit her lip, turning her eyes away.

“Undo it for me,” he said, his hand guiding hers to his chest with a firm tone.

The assertiveness in his voice was just right, like a surge of dopamine that shook her heart.

Yu Xi, her face flushed, lowered her gaze and tried to undo it.

But she was still trembling, unable to manage. The buttons just wouldn’t cooperate.

Shen Shu, unable to bear her hesitation, slightly adjusted his position, lifting her a little as he whispered against her ear, “Why are you so clumsy, hmm?”

Yu Xi, already embarrassed, suddenly, as if driven by something uncontrollable, moved her hands to undo his belt.

It came undone easily, the cold metal of the buckle pressing against her skin, cooling the heat of the moment.

But soon, the wave of heat intensified, sweeping over her.

Shen Shu looked at her in surprise, a loving kiss placed on her eyelids.

She tried to hide, but he laughed softly and touched her cheek: “Why are you hiding? Baby, do it yourself.”

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