He Yanzhi spurred his horse up a gentle slope.
From here, you can overlook the distant, continuous Qilian Mountains and the scattered lights at the foot of the mountains.
The setting sun turned the clouds on the horizon into the most magnificent brocade, a beauty that was breathtaking.
The horse gradually slowed down and finally stopped at the top of the hill, snorting and puffing out white steam.
The wind softened, and the surroundings quieted down, with only the sounds of each other's still-breathing and heartbeats audible.
He Yanzhi's arms remained firmly wrapped around Guan Wenru's waist, his chest pressed against her back, their body heat passing between them through their clothes, a silent ambiguity and tension quietly spreading in the air.
He Yanzhi took a deep breath, trying to calm his emotions, which were stirred by the speed and the warm, soft body in his arms.
He felt it was time; he couldn't wait any longer.
He moved slightly, preparing to dismount first, as before, and then help her down to find a suitable place to solemnly make the request that had lingered in his heart countless times.
However, just as he slightly loosened his grip on her waist, intending to dismount...
A cool but soft hand gently pressed on the back of his hand as he was about to withdraw.
He Yanzhi's heart skipped a beat, and his movements froze instantly.
He felt the person in front of him turn their head slightly, their voice carrying a lazy laugh, drifting into his ears on the wind, "You're running so fast, it's making me a little cold, Brother Yanzhi, can you shield me from the wind again?"
"!!" She...she actually wouldn't let him let go?
Instead, he continued to hold her?
This realization struck He Yanzhi like a thunderbolt, leaving his mind blank for a moment, his blood rushing to his head, and his heart pounding so hard it felt like it was going to shatter his chest!
He was overwhelmed by an incredible mix of elation and nervousness.
Almost instinctively, he tightened his arms around her, pulling her even closer into his embrace, using his broad chest to shield her from the cool mountain breeze.
His Adam's apple bobbed violently, and his voice became unusually hoarse due to extreme tension and anticipation, even exhibiting a noticeable stutter.
"Comrade Guan...I...I..."
He mustered all the courage he had ever possessed, and taking advantage of the beautiful sunset, the warmth in his arms, and the signals of intimacy she was giving him, he finally uttered the question he had rehearsed countless times:
"I...I want to ask you...would you...be willing...to let me take care of you from now on? Would you...be willing to marry me?"
After he finished speaking, he immediately held his breath, his muscles tensing as he awaited her verdict.
He could even clearly hear his own heart pounding like a drum.
Then, he felt the body in his arms move slightly.
Guan Wenru finally heard those words!
The little voice inside her was practically cheering, but she tried her best to remain calm on the surface.
She even deliberately frowned slightly, turned her head, and glanced at him with a reproachful look, her tone clearly showing dissatisfaction:
“Brother Yanzhi, we’ve known each other since we were little, and after spending so much time together, you could at least call me ‘Wenru,’ why do you have to be so formal and call me ‘Comrade Guan’?”
She blinked. "If we're really that 'unfamiliar'... then... I can't just accept your proposal so easily."
He Yanzhi was completely stunned!
So… she agreed?!
He couldn't hold back any longer!
What identity concerns!
What do you mean by gradual progress!
What gentlemanly manners!
Fuck them all!
His deep gaze suddenly locked onto her lips, which were so close to his, opening and closing with an alluring sheen as she spoke. Every word uttered from them drove him mad!
He let out a low growl that was almost out of control, then suddenly lowered his head and captured her soft lips with perfect precision!
"Mmm...!" Guan Wenru's eyes widened slightly, as if she was startled by his sudden attack, but only for a moment. She obediently closed her eyes and even tilted her head back slightly to welcome the kiss that had been too long overdue.
He Yanzhi's kiss was haphazard, even carrying the recklessness and urgency unique to soldiers. It was somewhat clumsy, yet incredibly passionate and devoted.
He was like a dying traveler in the desert who finally found a spring of sweet water, greedily and forcefully sucking and swirling, exploring every inch of the sweetness between her lips and teeth.
His hand remained tightly around her waist, but his other hand involuntarily loosened its grip on the reins, trembling as he cupped her delicate face in his hands, his thumb gently caressing her skin, as if confirming that this was not a dream.
This kiss was filled with years of pent-up longing... the ecstasy of finding what was lost... and the overwhelming surge of love that had completely erupted.
The setting sun cast long, long shadows of the two as they embraced and kissed passionately onto the grass.
The horse leisurely swung its tail, seemingly oblivious to everything happening on its back.
This long and passionate kiss seemed to suck away all the air around them, and also drained all their strength.
He Yanzhi finally pulled away slightly, reluctantly, but his forehead was still pressed tightly against Guan Wenru's. Their noses touched, their breaths mingled, rapid and hot.
His eyes were as deep as a bottomless pool, churning with unquenchable passion and an almost drowning ecstasy.
He cupped her face in his hands, his thumb lingeringly caressing her slightly swollen, glistening lips. His voice was hoarse from the kiss and his excitement, "Wenru..."
He finally uttered the name that had echoed countless times in his heart, each syllable carrying an overwhelming affection, "I...I've already submitted a marriage application to my superiors...As long as...as long as you agree, the organization will approve it very quickly..."
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