The next day at noon, Li Baolong arrived at Honghong's house as promised. As soon as he stepped inside, Honghong's voluptuous and alluring figure came into view. Baolong's younger brother came to eat first, and I, having prepared a few side dishes, personally served Li Baolong his meal. After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Li Baolong was drinking tea.

With graceful, lotus-like steps and a charming smile on her face, Hong Hong walked straight towards Li Baolong and said softly, "Come with me for a moment, I have something for you."

With a hint of doubt, Li Baolong followed Honghong to the adjacent bedroom. Honghong took a sleek Motorola pager from her bag and handed it to him, her eyes filled with tenderness and affection: "Baolong, this is a gift for you. Tomorrow is Youth Day, and you'll soon be nineteen, entering the beautiful age of twenty. With this, I can always find you." She then slightly raised her chin, smiling charmingly, a smile as beautiful and captivating as a blooming rose.

A warm feeling welled up in Li Baolong's heart. He excitedly opened his arms and hugged Honghong tightly, saying affectionately, "Thank you, Sister Hong." In the cozy bedroom, their bodies were pressed close together, their lips slowly approaching and finally intertwining. At that moment, the whole world seemed to stop turning, with only the sound of their heartbeats and their hot breaths echoing in the air. The scent of love permeated every corner, so rich and intense that it was impossible to separate them.

The gratitude and deep affection surging in Li Baolong's heart instantly transformed into a powerful force, driving him to suddenly open his arms and tightly embrace Honghong's soft body. His heart trembled; this embrace seemed like an instinctive release of all his emotions towards Honghong, a way of conveying his cherishment and dependence on her. It was as if only by exerting such force could Honghong truly feel her irreplaceable place in his heart.

Honghong was slightly taken aback by his sudden yet deeply affectionate embrace, but she quickly relaxed. She slowly raised her hands and gently placed them on Li Baolong's waist. At that moment, her heart was filled with doting affection and love for Li Baolong. Watching him grow and mature, that deep-seated emotion in her heart grew stronger. This gentle touch seemed like a silent response, conveying her tenderness and acceptance.

Immediately, Li Baolong lowered his head slightly, his gaze fixed on Honghong's luscious lips. His eyes burned with intense desire and love, and his breathing quickened. In his heart, Honghong was a bright spot in his life, a haven of comfort in his weariness and confusion. At this moment, he was filled with the urge to be close to her, to merge with her, as if this kiss could overcome all obstacles and the unknown, making their souls more intimately connected. Honghong seemed to understand him perfectly; she tilted her head back slightly, her eyes half-closed, her long eyelashes trembling, a captivating blush spreading across her face. Her heart pounded like a deer's, filled with both anticipation of this intimacy and a touch of girlish shyness. She knew her feelings for Li Baolong had long surpassed ordinary sibling affection; in this instant, she was willing to let go of all her worries and immerse herself solely in this pure emotional connection.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment, all the surrounding noise gradually faded away, and the whole world consisted only of them. Li Baolong slowly, with a hint of caution yet unwavering determination, pressed his lips to Hong Hong's. At first, it was just a light touch. But soon, passion surged like a tide, his kiss becoming ardent and deep, relentlessly savoring the sweetness from Hong Hong's lips. His mind went blank, only wanting to be lost in this endless love with Hong Hong, forgetting all worries and troubles. Hong Hong responded passionately, her hands unconsciously gripping Li Baolong's clothes, her body trembling slightly, as if she had lost all her strength in this kiss, only able to rely on Li Baolong's embrace. Her heart was filled with happiness, feeling as if she had found the home of her life at this moment. All her efforts and waiting had transformed into this passionate exchange, making her even more certain that the man before her was the one she was willing to love with all her heart. Afterwards, the two engaged in a passionate lovemaking session, Hong Hong using all her strength to finally make Li Baolong stop. Honghong, feeling utterly weak, hugged Li Baolong and said, "Little Bao, you don't need to work at the dance hall anymore. You just need to focus on studying and cultivating your Taoist arts. I'll pay you a salary of one thousand yuan a month. As long as you don't spend it recklessly, it'll be enough for you."

Upon hearing this, Li Baolong's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile. His eyes showed determination and a hint of stubbornness: "Sister Honghong, are you trying to take me in as a mistress? How can I, a dignified man, do such a thing? I have my own hands and wisdom, and I must earn my living through my own abilities, so as not to betray this man's body."

Honghong slightly raised her head, looking into his bright and determined eyes. Although she felt a pang of disappointment, a deeper love and respect welled up within her. She knew that Li Baolong's inherent pride and independence were the main reasons that attracted her. "Little Bao, I just feel sorry for you working so hard and don't want you to waste your energy in the hustle and bustle of this dance hall. But I also understand your ambitions. Just don't be too stubborn. If you encounter any difficulties, be sure to tell me."

Li Baolong gently stroked Honghong's beautiful red hair and said tenderly, "Sister Honghong, I know your feelings, but if I accept such a gift and do nothing, I will feel uneasy. I am willing to venture out into the world, to work hard and strive for our future, to walk alongside you, rather than hide under your protection."

Honghong nodded gently, burying her head back into his arms, embracing him tightly. At this moment, they both understood more clearly that this love was not about one person possessing or spoiling the other, but about mutual respect, understanding, and support. No matter what storms lay ahead, they would walk hand in hand.