Chapter 63 A fleeting kiss Her lips, red with excitement...
The car is already parked.
But Sang Li did not move.
She sat quietly, but her eyes remained fixed on Lu Jin.
The light in his eyes seemed to be ignited, carrying the lingering aftershocks of his emotions.
I was so tense just now, it felt like I had just gone through a thrilling war.
She took a deep breath and pressed her hand to her chest.
But the aftershocks still linger.
My hands are cold and sweaty.
But my chest felt warm.
She really wants to celebrate, maybe by doing something spectacular.
Lu Jin turned his head slightly, about to ask her if she was tired, when she suddenly leaned over.
Its movements were as fast as a leaping rabbit.
They pounced on them.
She grabbed his shoulders with both hands, lifted her waist, and pressed one knee onto the chair.
Before Lu Jin could react, the warm breath spread from his neck to the corner of his mouth.
He paused for a moment.
Under Sang Li's ardent gaze, my mind went blank.
He smelled the scent of rain and shampoo in her hair, seemingly shutting down all reason, his senses amplified to an infinite degree.
Then.
*Smack*
Sang Li suddenly kissed the corner of his mouth.
Lu Jin suddenly opened his eyes wide.
Right now, they were both perfectly sober, not drunk, and there was no unusual magnetic field between them. The soft touch, like fluffy cotton candy, was imprinted on his lips and cheeks, like a pink fruit stamp.
A fleeting kiss, carrying a burning intent, is like a branding iron placed on a nerve ending, burning out wisps of smoke.
His brain completely stopped working; he could only stare at Sang Li's beautiful lips.
What does this mean?
Immediately afterwards, my throat felt itchy.
My whole body feels hot.
Her lips, flushed with excitement, seemed to be the most enthusiastic invitation in the world.
It was so hot that sweat poured down my back.
Lu Jin was completely stunned.
His pupils contracted slightly, his breathing stopped, as if an electric current had suddenly struck his body, hitting a string that had never been touched before, while his heartbeat became uncontrollably erratic.
One second ago, Sang Li swept over him like a damp wind, and without warning, her lips touched his.
Her scent lingered around his eyes and hair, like the fragrance of grass and trees freshly washed by rain, gentle yet vibrant, crashing into the depths of his senses that he had been trying to hide for so long, taking root and sprouting, growing in an instant into vines that encircled every capillary.
Sang Li smiled with bright, sparkling eyes. Unlike last time, she didn't freeze in surprise. Instead, her smile became more and more beautiful, like a glittering gem.
"Congratulations, we're home!" Sang Li patted him on the shoulder. "This is a reward."
Lu Jin's rationality crumbled. He seemed not to have heard what Sang Li was saying at all; he only remembered that her lips were incredibly soft, with a sweet, warm sensation. Even though neither of them opened their mouths, their breaths filled his mouth, sending a shiver down his spine.
Her arms encircled his neck, her palms pressed against the skin of his neck, and she felt as if she had taken a drug, every cell in her body excitedly wanting to take it a step further.
Adam's apple bobbed.
The soul becomes urgent.
But Sang Li didn't linger and released Lu Jin's shoulder.
Like the story of "the scenery was so beautiful that we fell in love," they had just safely driven home through the heavy rain, and Sang Li was so excited that her mentor hadn't thought of a second way.
Simply wanting to share this joy.
Lu Jin's eyes turned deep and dark as he stared intently at her, seemingly trying to confirm his meaning.
It became obscure and unclear.
"What are you doing?" Lu Jin's voice was hoarse and low, revealing his confusion and hesitation.
When Sang Li sat back down, she couldn't help but laugh, a bright laugh as radiant as spring flowers in full bloom.
Her eyes crinkled and the corners of her mouth turned up, as if she were overjoyed at having pulled off some prank.
"What are you doing?" Lu Jin pressed.
Although Sang Li didn't avoid eye contact this time, she pushed open the car door, got out, and ran away.
It runs faster than a rabbit.
"I'm going home now, bye-bye!"
Sang Li has the key and the password.
She covered her face and ran towards the parking lot exit.
Lu Jin was left alone, watching her retreating figure.
Sang Li's emotions could not be described as "panic" after the kiss; it was pure joy. She even skipped a couple of steps while walking.
Are you that happy?
Just because you drove home safely?
It really is...
Lu Jin licked his lips, truly having no idea how to get along with Sang Li.
She's too unconventional.
Lu Jin went downstairs and smoked a cigarette.
The night was deep, the rain had stopped, and the puddles on the roadside reflected a dim, yellowish light.
After finishing his last puff of cigarette, he flicked the butt and turned to go back upstairs.
The room was quiet, with the sound of running water in the bathroom and the bedroom lights dimmed to a soft orange.
On the table was a cup of hot milk that Sang Li had prepared for herself, and a cup of hot tea that she had brewed for him.
After all, I got caught in the rain, so I'll warm myself up.
She is taking a shower.
He hung up the pajamas he had washed before leaving, and then took a shower.
When Lu Jin came out drying his hair, there was already a bundle of Sang Li wrapped in a blanket on the bed.
"Asleep?" he asked.
The blanket stirred slightly, and the "fluffy ball" let out a muffled sound: "No, go drink some hot tea."
"What are you thinking?" Lu Jin raised an eyebrow, sat down on the edge of the bed, and said in a calm tone, "Unlike you, who is always so loud and boisterous."
The blanket started moving even more violently.
"Let's celebrate!"
"What do you mean by kissing me?" he finally asked, his voice low.
After a while, Sang Li's soft voice came from under the covers: "I'm just too happy... If you're not convinced, it's no use. I just can't control myself."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Lu Jin, without warning, threw off the blanket and pounced on her.
His movements were incredibly fast, like a cheetah pouncing on its prey, leaving her no way to escape. His well-defined knuckles braced against her sides, his eyes dark and menacing: "Say that again?"
"Oh my!" Sang Li was startled and shrank her neck. "Lu Jin, calm down!"
"I am very calm."
"You're not calm!"
She struggled to shrink back into the covers, but Lu Jin pulled her back.
She laughed and struggled at the same time, saying, "I was wrong, okay? Please don't hold a grudge!"
"It's too late," he said in a low voice.
Sang Li kicked her foot and pulled the blanket back up: "If you're not happy, then bear with it. I'm going to sleep. I kissed you to celebrate, but you kissed me purely out of lust."
"Is it not okay?" Lu Jin asked. "Aren't you worth it?"
“I’m worthy, but you’re not.” Sang Li pulled the blanket over her head. “Only I can bother you, you can’t bother me, because we’re different genders. Besides, we abnormal beings are vulnerable. What did some people in your Administration say again? They said we’re just a bunch of freaks with special abilities that haven’t evolved properly.”
"..."
Lu Jin released her.
He realized that she was genuinely happy.
That heartfelt, inexplicable joy began to ferment from the moment the raindrops hit the ground, like the fog that had been pressing on my chest for years suddenly dissipating, making my heart come alive and beat passionately and genuinely.
To be honest, Sang Li didn't think much when they were kissing. The joy in her heart was almost spontaneous, just like flowers need wind to bloom and water needs to bubble when it's hot. When her emotions were full, her lips could touch.
The night is just right, shouldn't we do something?
So I did some.
Even if it's just for a moment.
I did a little bit too.
She kissed him, simply because she was so happy.
The kiss was too brief, not clear enough, not passionate enough. But in that one second, her world finally felt complete.
Sang Li felt drowsy and, having just been driving with her nerves on edge, felt as if she were sinking into a warm lake the moment she returned to her familiar, soft bed.
Within a few minutes, her breathing became long and quiet.
She was truly exhausted.
Lu Jin turned off the bedside lamp, and the room was immediately enveloped in darkness.
He reached out and slowly pulled her into his arms.
Like holding onto something most precious.
Sang Li rolled over and subconsciously nuzzled against his shoulder, like a soft kitten letting down its guard in front of the person it trusted most.
Then, he closed his eyes, held her in his arms, and fell peacefully asleep.
You're destined to have a good dream tonight.
***
The interrogation of the "person in the painting" has come to an end.
The disappearance of the S+ anomalous entity has also gone unresolved.
However, other tasks still need to be carried out.
In September, Lu Jin received a business trip assignment.
Although he really wanted to take Sang Li with him.
He simply couldn't bear to leave Sang Li alone at home.
Moreover, she is frequently targeted by abnormal entities.
The business trip wasn't long, about three days and two nights, but that was long enough for a separation.
When Lu Jin received the business trip assignment, he was thinking about where Sang Li would be safest to stay.
Sang Li: "I'm an adult."
Lu Jin: "No, you're not."
Sang Li: "I can stay home obediently."
Lu Jin: "But someone will come looking for us."
Sang Li: "I'm really fine, I can order takeout."
Lu Jin: "What if the delivery driver is an anomaly?"
Sang Li yawned, finding Lu Jin utterly unreasonable: "Then this aberrant is even worse off than me! How could an aberrant possibly be delivering takeout?"
That makes sense, though.
If an abnormal entity's ability is teleportation, and they earn 2 yuan per order, then taking 30 orders a day could earn them 60 yuan...
60.
Sang Li suddenly felt sorry for the person.
wrong.
“Maybe it’s Flash Delivery! Flash Delivery makes more money!” Sang Li protested.
"..."
Sang Li: "Is it okay for me to be home alone, bro!"
Lu Jin laughed: "You're already very free. I've topped up your account. Just behave yourself for two days and I'll draw your card."
"oh."
There's a kind of immoral pleasure in using your husband's money to buy clothes for your lover. However, Lu Jin specifically stated that it wasn't allowed to mention spending money on Qin Ye, as he strongly disliked this game character, and Sang Li agreed.
During this period, Lu Jin had already investigated all possible resettlement plans.
They even wrote contingency plans.
The administration's dormitory? Too conspicuous.
Hotels? Not safe enough.
Should we take her with us? This is an investigation, with frequent operations and unclear risks; it's not a suitable environment at all.
In the end, he dialed Bai Heng's number.
His phone beeped a few times, and his eyes turned cold: "Bai Heng."
"What?" Bai Heng's tone remained as calm as ever.
Lu Jin was silent for two seconds, his Adam's apple bobbing, as if he were forcing a few words out of his chest: "I'm counting on you for Sang Li these next few days."
Bai Heng seemed to pause for a moment: "Okay, I knew you would call me."
"..."
Lu Jin gave a cold laugh and remained silent.
Bai Heng is aloof, self-disciplined, and extremely well-mannered, meticulous in every detail—far calmer than a soldier like him, who is full of emotions. But it is precisely because of this that he is even more unsettling.
He knew all too well the undeniable desires between men.
Although Bai Heng spoke politely, the look in his eyes when he fell on Sang Li was not that of a friend. Moreover, Bai Heng never hid his thoughts from her.
Lu Jin rubbed his temples. He was annoyed, but he remained rational.
He knew that Bai Heng was the most suitable candidate at the moment.
He understands medicine and abnormal bodies.
It can handle emergency incidents related to Sanli.
Lu Jin sometimes felt that Bai Heng was actually a more refined person than himself, and probably wouldn't do anything excessive to Sang Li. Because Bai Heng was inherently a proud person, too proud to touch a woman who didn't belong to him, even if he was driven mad by desire. Therefore, he should completely respect Sang Li.
As long as Sang Li doesn't agree, that's fine.
That's reassuring, since Sang Li will only approach you on her own initiative.
Just before departure.
Sang Li was woken up early in the morning by Lu Jin, and sat properly on the sofa, where he gave her many instructions.
She was so bored by the lecture that she became drowsy.
The doorbell rang.
Sang Li shuffled to the door in her slippers. When the door opened, Bai Heng, dressed in a gray trench coat, stood there, clean and aloof, like the winter moonlight falling to the ground.
Sang Li: "...It's you again."
"You're not welcome?"
Welcome!
Bai Heng smiled and said calmly, "I'll take over."
"Come in." Lu Jin came out of the bedroom, carrying the luggage handle in his hand.
He looked Bai Heng up and down expressionlessly: "Before you come in, let's confirm that there are 24-hour security cameras in the house, covering the living room, hallway, kitchen, and balcony."
Bai Heng: "For protection against thieves?"
Lu Jin: "Yes."
You are a thief.
Lu Jin led him to the guest room door: "You sleep here. There are no other requirements, the only requirement is that you cook for her on time, three meals a day without fail. Also, record her physical condition at all times and provide feedback immediately. If there is any problem, you must call me immediately. You cannot hide anything, otherwise you should know the consequences."
"Can."
Everything was arranged in an orderly manner.
But at this moment, the person on the sofa couldn't hold back any longer.
Sang Li's face darkened: "Hey, I'm not a three-year-old."
Lu Jin glanced at her, his expression extremely serious: "No, it is you."
“You,” Sang Li was so angry she was speechless, “you’re only away on a business trip for a few days, do you have to make such a fuss?”
“It’s necessary. Be good.” Lu Jin’s tone softened.
Sang Li: "You know, I like to rebel against authority. And I don't like the word 'obedient,' it's completely a form of control and a deprivation of my power! You have to treat me as an independent individual, otherwise, why aren't you obedient? Why are you so selfish, why are you so unvirtuous, why are you so ungentle? Why don't you trust me? You're just imposing your own ideas on me, you're just like an East Asian parent or a feudal patriarch!"
Lu Jin: "..."
Lu Jin: "Are you done talking?"
Sang Li: "That's all!"
Lu Jin: "I won't help you top up your account after I come back."
This statement hit the nail on the head.
Sang Li was instantly taken aback. Her lips twitched slightly, and she barely managed to suppress her emotions, her voice strained: "You're threatening me."
Lu Jin raised an eyebrow: "I'm guiding you to make the right choice; that's what a guardian should do."
Sang Li: "I have my own money."
Lu Jin: "But my money is free for you."
Sang Li, a penny-pincher, would never refuse a windfall.
She accepted it all without any guilt.
Sang Li: "Fine, I'll take your money and you'll be obligated to pay for it."
Bai Heng stood to the side, his eyes filled with complex emotions, remaining silent for a long time.
Before leaving, Lu Jin gave a few more instructions and then departed.
The business trip has officially begun.
Only two people remained in the room.
The click of the door closing was particularly clear in the quiet air.
The atmosphere in the living room suddenly became somewhat awkward.
Sang Li sat slumped on the sofa, hugging a cushion, her eyes darting around.
Bai Heng changed into a pair of indoor slippers, walked to the kitchen, and looked back at her: "What do you want for lunch? I can cook, too."
Sang Li tilted her head, a little surprised. Her eyes darted around, and suddenly, as if she had thought of something, the corners of her mouth slowly turned up, her expression like that of a child who wanted to cause trouble when the adults weren't around: "Crazy Thursday, shall we?"
"..."
She definitely wasn't talking about KFC.
Do you want to go out and have some fun?
"Yes, Lu Jin won't take me too far. You mentioned last time... a resort, right?"
Bai Heng's eyebrows twitched, his gaze falling on her eyes, and he chuckled, "You actually still remember."
“Yeah, right.” Sang Li smiled brightly, sprawling on the sofa like a cunning little fox. “Anyway, Lu Jin isn’t home, and I didn’t say I had to go anywhere. Can’t I just go and take a look? Didn’t you say it’s built on a mountaintop with a private hot spring and a private access road, an hour from the city, convenient transportation, and a tranquil environment?”
"You remember it clearly." Bai Heng walked to the dining table, pulled out a chair, and sat down. His voice was as cold as ever, but with a hint of a smile.
Sang Li blinked, her eyes sparkling, and leaned closer like a small animal: "Are you afraid Lu Jin will come back and beat you up?"
Bai Heng said calmly, "I'm not afraid."
"uh-huh?"
Bai Heng looked at her, his gaze darkening slightly, and remained silent.
He simply said, "Then let's set off tomorrow. You should rest today."
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