Guan Wenru no longer refused, always accepting with a smile. She called him "Brother Yanzhi" more and more naturally, and her smile became more and more radiant.
The evening horseback riding lessons became an unspoken agreement between the two.
He Yanzhi taught with all his heart and soul, and Guan Wenru also "studied" with "seriousness".
Inevitable physical contact...
He supported her elbows when he helped her onto the horse, gently touched her back when correcting her posture, and walked side by side with her as he led the horse...
With each encounter, He Yanzhi secretly observed her reactions carefully.
He noticed that she was no longer as stiff or instinctively flinching as she had initially.
Sometimes when he gets close, she will turn her face slightly to the side, and a faint blush will appear at the base of her ears.
Sometimes his fingers would accidentally brush against the back of her hand, and she could feel a slight tremor in her, but it wasn't disgust; rather, it was like a shy response.
These subtle reactions, like tiny sparks, fell into He Yanzhi's already restless heart, igniting ever-growing hope.
His sense of victory grew with each blush she shed and each time she approached him without refusing.
...
That evening, the afterglow of the setting sun painted the sky a magnificent orange-red, leaving only the two of them and their gentle chestnut horse on the riding arena.
As usual, He Yanzhi helped her onto the horse.
After Guan Wenru settled in, she waited as usual for him to take the reins and lead her and the horse slowly in circles.
However, He Yanzhi did not immediately go to fetch the horse today.
He stood beside the horse, looking up at her.
The setting sun outlined his sharply defined profile, and his eyes were deeper than ever before, surging with a long-suppressed emotion about to break free.
He remained silent for a few seconds, seemingly considering his words, or perhaps gathering his courage.
Finally, he spoke, his voice lower and hoarser than usual, with a hint of probing, "Always walking in circles like this won't help you learn to run fast. Today... do you want to try what it feels like to run?"
He paused, his gaze fixed on her eyes, and made that invitation that crossed the line, "Shall I take you for a ride?"
The air seemed to freeze at that moment.
I'll take you for a ride...
The two of them understood the meaning behind those few words perfectly.
This means he will no longer be the coach, and she will no longer be the student.
This means he will mount her, sit behind her, and pull her into his arms, sharing the ride.
This means extremely intimate physical contact, speed and passion, and even more so... whether she is willing to completely open her heart to him and accept this intimacy that far exceeds that of a typical gay relationship.
He Yanzhi held his breath, his deep gaze fixed on her, not missing a single subtle change in her expression.
This was a carefully planned "probe" and also a courageous "attack" on his part.
Guan Wenru's heart suddenly raced.
Looking down at He Yanzhi's eyes, filled with tension and anticipation, and at his tightly pursed lips, how could she not understand his thoughts?
This is the moment she's been waiting for!
She didn't answer immediately, but lowered her eyes slightly as if she was thinking, her long eyelashes casting a faint shadow under her eyelids.
This brief silence almost made He Yanzhi's heart stop beating.
Then, she raised her head, her face showing not excessive shyness, but rather a graceful smile. Her clear gaze met his nervous eyes, and she nodded firmly.
"Okay, walking slowly all the time is really boring. I also want to try what it feels like to run. Then... I'll have to trouble you, Brother Yanzhi."
I agree!
She agreed!
Overwhelming joy surged through He Yanzhi in an instant!
A dazzling light suddenly flashed in his eyes, his taut jawline relaxed instantly, and he couldn't help but let out an extremely bright smile. That smile dispelled all his usual coldness, making him look exceptionally handsome and dazzling.
"No trouble at all!" His voice was almost overflowing with joy.
Without further hesitation, he deftly grabbed the front of the saddle, pushed off with his feet, and smoothly and gracefully mounted the horse, landing steadily behind Guan Wenru!
A strong chest pressed against her back instantly, and warm breath enveloped her.
His arm went around her side, one hand firmly holding the reins, while the other hand naturally wrapped around her slender waist, holding her even tighter in his arms.
"Hold on tight!" he whispered in her ear, his warm breath brushing against her earlobe.
Guan Wenru could even clearly feel the same rapid and powerful heartbeat coming from his chest, mixed with her own heartbeat, making it impossible to distinguish between them.
His body heat emanated through the thick clothing, carrying a reassuring warmth.
"Mmm," she responded softly, leaning closer to him in a relaxed manner.
The next moment, He Yanzhi gave a light shout and squeezed the horse's belly with his legs!
"drive!"
The chestnut horse immediately understood, reared up, and charged out like an arrow released from a bow!
The wind suddenly howled in my ears!
The surrounding scenery rushed past!
A strong sense of turbulence and speed washes over you!
Guan Wenru's body leaned even closer to the solid, warm embrace behind her due to inertia.
He Yanzhi tightened his arms around her waist, holding her firmly in his embrace. His deep voice, filled with laughter and reassurance, sounded above her head, "Don't be afraid! I'm here!"
Guan Wenru is indeed not afraid.
Feeling the strong heartbeat and embrace of the man behind her, listening to his reassuring words, and facing the wind rushing towards her, she even excitedly widened her eyes slightly, feeling this long-lost freedom and joy!
He Yanzhi rode his horse at full gallop, feeling the reliance and trust of the person in his arms, his heart filled with an unprecedented sense of satisfaction and excitement.
He lowered his head, his chin almost touching the top of her soft hair, a faint fragrance lingering in his nostrils.
He knew he had made the right bet.
She not only didn't object, but was even... willing to accept it.
So... he's ready to speak out!
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