Chapter 200 A Silent Invitation
Therefore, the price of catalysts cannot be too high.
After putting away the crystal core, Josie closed the box and handed it to him: "The weather is gradually getting warmer, here you go with this freezer, remember to bring it with you when you trade in the future."
Although there are many such boxes in the current experimental base, every one that is gone is one less.
"Okay, thank you."
"Let's go, see you next time!"
"Wait," Mu Yanzhou took the box, but stepped forward to her side, lowering his voice slightly, "Next time...where will I find you?"
Josie shook her head, her tone tinged with mystery: "You don't need to come looking for me. I'll come to you when I need to."
She knew the saying "possessing a treasure is a crime," and the location of the experimental base had to be kept secret.
Mu Yanzhou, considering that they possessed such important resources, believed that the more secretive they were, the safer they would be, so he nodded: "Alright. I come from Hope Base, which is quite large. If you want to find me, just look for 'Mu Yanzhou' near Hope Base, and someone will bring you to see me."
"Okay, then until we meet again." Josie gave him a bright and carefree smile and waved casually.
Watching her turn away without a trace of lingering affection, Mu Yanzhou stood there, a strange emptiness and reluctance rising in his heart.
The enchanting scene of last night, the soft light of dawn, her sly smile... all these images intertwined, arousing in him an indescribable curiosity and longing for this mysterious woman.
Without lingering, Qiao Xi waved to the people at Hope Base as she came out, and then, without stopping, embarked on the journey back to the safe zone with Shen Han, Lu Yuyang, and their group.
During the journey, Shen Han took meticulous care of Qiao Xi.
Sometimes, he wouldn't even need Josie to say a word; he would know she was thirsty or hungry and promptly offer her what she needed. He would also naturally kneel down and carry her on his back when she was tired…
Every action exuded an undeniable intimacy and care.
Lu Yuyang saw all of this, and his heart was filled with a bitter taste, as if a jar of vinegar had been overturned.
Although he had vaguely guessed it before, seeing it with his own eyes was still hard to accept.
However, he managed to control his emotions and did not show any signs of losing control.
Shen Han can do it, and he won't do it any worse than Shen Han.
"Xixi, try this fruit. A wood-type ability user found a fruit tree by the roadside, forced it to grow, and picked more than twenty fruits."
Josie took it and took a bite; it was indeed very sweet.
She turned to look at him with a smile, then held up the fruit in her hand. "Mmm, it's sweet. You should have some too."
Lu Yuyang immediately lowered his head, took a symbolic bite on the spot she had bitten, and then sat down next to her.
He became incredibly considerate, yet maintained just the right distance so as not to annoy Josie.
He didn't miss out on any of the benefits he was entitled to.
But because he was busy traveling, he never found an opportunity to take things further with her.
A silent "competition" between the two men quietly unfolded, each using all their skills, yet both were mindful of Josie's feelings, afraid of upsetting her, and thus their methods were relatively restrained and natural.
But when alone, certain emotions are hard to completely suppress.
During one of the rest stops, the team temporarily rested in a relatively open clearing in the woods.
Lu Yuyang led the fat man to scout the route ahead, while the other team members also dispersed, some sitting and some leaning, trying to recover their strength as quickly as possible.
Shen Han pulled Qiao Xi's wrist and led her behind a huge tree that required several people to encircle.
The thick tree trunk perfectly blocked the view of others.
After confirming that no one was around, Shen Han could no longer resist and pulled her tightly into his arms, then lowered his head and kissed her.
The kiss carried the emotions that had been building up over the past few days; it was somewhat domineering and urgent.
Caught off guard, Josie was stunned for a moment, then, sensing his emotions, she slowly responded.
"Xixi..." His deep voice sounded in her ear, his hot breath burning her earlobe, "Will you leave me?"
Josie was taken aback. She didn't respond to him, but instead put her arms around his neck and took the initiative to respond, trying to soothe his heart.
Shen Han didn't get the words she wanted to hear, and her emotions were in turmoil.
His lips forcefully pried open her teeth, greedily inhaling her breath, as if only in this way could he soothe the anxiety and unease in his heart.
Josie was caught off guard by his kiss and instinctively struggled slightly, only to be met with his tighter hold and deeper desire.
However, gradually, he felt that the woman he loved was responding to him with the same passion.
My frantic heartbeat gradually calmed down.
His kisses became gentle and tender, transforming from a fierce storm into a gentle drizzle, carefully tracing the shape of her lips and every soft spot, filled with endless affection and tenderness.
His large hand slowly moved up from her slender waist, stroked her slightly thin back, and finally slipped into her thick, cool hair, supporting the back of her head and making her fit closer to him.
His other hand remained firmly around her waist, as if she were a fragile treasure that would disappear if he loosened his grip even slightly.
Josie was kissed until her body went limp, as if he had taken all the oxygen from her. Her mind went blank, and she could only rely on instinct to cling to him, feeling the rapid heartbeat from his strong chest and the intense, burning emotions that almost overwhelmed her.
The air was filled with the mingling scents of nature and the faint fragrance of grass and trees in the woods, creating an atmosphere that was both alluring and intimate.
Shen Han slightly loosened her lips, his forehead pressed against hers, their noses touching, their breaths mingling, both of them a little rapid.
His deep eyes were so close, churning with emotions that had not yet faded.
“Xi Xi…” His voice was terribly hoarse, and his deep eyes were churning with intense emotions, “I love you.”
Josie was taken aback and did not respond immediately.
Chen Han gently stroked her slightly swollen, glistening lips with his thumb, his movements extremely tender.
A blush of passion rose on Josie's beautiful face, and her eyes sparkled as if offering a silent invitation.
Just as she was about to speak, he silenced her with a kiss.
This kiss was more lingering and profound, less impatient than before, and more tender.
He savored her sweetness as if he were tasting the most delicious food in the world, never satisfied.
The shadows of the trees swayed, and sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled patterns of light onto the two people embracing, as if gilding them with a soft golden edge.
The faint sound of team members talking in the distance only served to highlight the seclusion and warmth behind the tree at this moment.
She noticed that the man's breathing was becoming more and more rapid, and that his desire for her was becoming very clear.
And her oxygen was almost completely depleted.
Like a graceful swan, she arched her long neck back, panting as she dodged, "Stop fooling around, we'll be leaving soon when the person comes back."
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