Chapter 252 Starlight (The End)
Time flies, and two years have passed in the midst of intense training, frequent competitions, and a sweet long-distance relationship.
In the past two years, Xu Xinghe has emerged as a rising star in the international swimming arena.
Asian Championships, World Championships... He fought his way through the competition, winning numerous medals. With his outstanding strength and handsome appearance, he gained countless fans and became a leading figure of the new generation in the national swimming team.
His goal remains firmly set on the upcoming Olympics.
Ji Wanqing's guild has also grown stronger and become a benchmark in the industry.
She became increasingly busy, but no matter how busy she was, she almost never missed one of Xu Xinghe's important matches, either attending in person or watching on screen on time.
Their relationship, far from fading despite the long periods of separation, has become even deeper and stronger due to their shared growth and mutual spiritual support.
The Olympic year has finally arrived.
The atmosphere inside the world-renowned swimming pool reached its peak.
In the men's 200m freestyle final, Xu Xinghe was in lane four.
Ji Wanqing sat in the family viewing area, her palms slightly sweaty from nervousness.
She knew how much her boy had sacrificed for this moment.
As soon as the starting gun fired, the eight lanes shot off like arrows.
Xu Xinghe's performance in the first half of the race was not particularly outstanding, but his acceleration in the second half was terrifying.
In the final fifty meters, he noticeably increased the frequency and power of his arm strokes. After a beautiful turn, he overtook his opponents one after another, and finally touched the wall first with a clear advantage of half a body length over the second place!
A new Olympic record!
The five-star red flag was raised at the stadium, and the national anthem was played.
Xu Xinghe stood on the highest podium, the heavy gold medal hanging on his chest. He looked up at the national flag, his eyes glistening with tears of excitement and pride.
But the next second, his gaze swept past the cheering crowd and precisely found Ji Wanqing in the audience. He gave her a smart military salute, then pointed to the gold medal on his chest and grinned with an incredibly bright and slightly boastful smile.
This scene was captured on camera and broadcast live around the world.
Everyone witnessed this newly crowned Olympic champion, at the most glorious moment of his life, sharing his most sincere thoughts in a specific direction.
After the awards ceremony and the subsequent tedious media interviews and team celebrations, it was already late at night.
After finally shaking off his enthusiastic teammates and staff, Xu Xinghe arrived at a suite in a quiet hotel near the Olympic Village, following the room key information he had received in advance.
He gently pushed open the door. Only a warm yellow floor lamp was on in the room. Ji Wanqing was standing by the window, looking at the city's night view outside.
She was wearing a soft, off-white loungewear set, having removed her elaborate daytime makeup, making her appear gentle and serene.
She turned around when she heard the door open.
Xu Xinghe was still wearing the same red and yellow national team uniform he wore when he received the award, with the Olympic gold medal gleaming under the lights around his neck.
He seemed to have run up there, his breathing was still a little rapid, and there were fine beads of sweat on his forehead, but his eyes burned with a light more dazzling than a gold medal. It was a mixture of emotions, including extreme joy, exhaustion, and complete relaxation after seeing his lover.
He turned and closed the door, completely shutting out the noise of the outside world.
The two stared at each other without speaking, a silent yet exciting tension filling the air.
Two years of hard work, countless drops of sweat and longing, all converge at this moment.
Suddenly, Xu Xinghe grinned, a smile that carried his unique arrogance and a touch of mischief, which both matched his usual sunny and innocent image and added a hint of wildness.
He opened his arms to Ji Wanqing and spoke loudly in a tone that was both boastful and extremely intimate.
"Sister! My gold medal or my abs, which do you want to touch first?"
This statement is so straightforward, so true to Xu Xinghe, carrying the unique sincerity of a young person and an undisguised allure.
He stood there like a big boy eager to show off all his spoils and treasures to his sweetheart—confident, passionate, and damnably sexy.
Ji Wanqing was taken aback at first, but then she was amused by his appearance and burst out laughing. The slight sense of unfamiliarity she felt because of the long-awaited reunion vanished instantly.
No matter how dazzling his achievements are, Xu Xinghe will always be that passionate and straightforward little sun in front of her.
Without the slightest hesitation, she walked towards him step by step on the soft carpet.
Her gaze swept over the gleaming gold medal on his chest and his abdomen. Finally, she reached out, not to touch the world-renowned gold medal, but to gently place her hand on his abdominal muscles, which she could feel the heat and definition even through his thin award ceremony uniform.
The touch from her was hard and hot, and he tensed his muscles and breathed heavily instantly as she touched him.
Ji Wanqing raised her head, looked into his eyes which had suddenly darkened and become aggressive, and answered softly with a sly yet gentle smile on her face.
"Of course, I'll inspect the goods first... Mine is an Olympic champion."
These words were like lighting the final fuse.
Xu Xinghe's Adam's apple bobbed, and he let out a low growl, unable to suppress his surging emotions any longer. He pulled her tightly into his arms, lowered his head, and fiercely kissed the lips he had longed for day and night.
This kiss was no longer the shy, tentative feeling of two years ago, nor was it the fleeting, indirect longing experienced during everyday video calls.
It was filled with all the longing accumulated over two years of separation, carrying the ultimate excitement and release after winning the championship, and the most primal possessiveness and passion of a man for his beloved woman. It was fierce and domineering, almost devouring Ji Wanqing's breath and soul.
The cold, metallic edge of the gold medal pressed against their pressed chests, creating a strange sensation that reminded them of the immense glory and happiness they were embracing at that moment.
She was held tightly in his arms, and could clearly feel the violent pounding of his heart in his chest, intertwined with her own, pounding like a drum.
Xu Xinghe's palm, burning hot, slowly moved up from her slender waist with a firm force, yet subtly revealed a careful and cherished touch.
Wherever her fingertips touched, it was as if an invisible flame was ignited, gently caressing her skin through the thin, soft fabric of her loungewear.
His kisses deepened, taking on a sense of exploration and possession, while his other hand awkwardly and somewhat anxiously tried to find the buttons on her loungewear top.
She didn't stop him; instead, she tilted her head slightly, accepting his passionate, almost reckless kiss. Her fingers unconsciously curled up, gripping his clothes, the fabric making a soft rustling sound in her palms.
Xu Xinghe's breath completely enveloped her. His burning lips finally left her slightly swollen lips, which were still red from the kiss. With a scorching heat, they traveled down her slender neck, leaving a delicate and moist sensation.
Ji Wanqing felt all her strength being drained away, and could only cling to him even tighter, as if he were her only support in a storm.
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