As a cold-hearted egoist, she only cares about her own feelings. Her pursuit of these men is merely to complete system tasks and enjoy the thrill of being in control.
But after spending a long time with them, she couldn't help but feel a slight touch of emotion for these people who were so devoted to her.
But this slight emotion never changed her true nature.
The morning passed quietly as I strolled along the beach and collected seashells.
Back at the villa at noon, Xie Zhecheng personally cooked a sumptuous lunch, while Yuan Xu showed off his newly researched juice recipe, and Lin Yanran also took the initiative to help set the table.
In the afternoon, Yu Jiuyuan suggested that they go for a stroll in a nearby town.
Xie Zhecheng had checked the route in advance and drove everyone there.
The town is full of European-style buildings, and the streets are lined with flowers and handicrafts, creating an exotic atmosphere.
Yu Jiuyuan browsed a handicraft shop with great interest, while Rong Shenghan followed beside her, patiently listening to her choose and occasionally offering his own suggestions.
Xie Zhecheng was responsible for carrying her bags, and he never complained no matter how much she bought.
Yuan Xu wasn't particularly interested in these handicrafts, but she would carefully note down the styles that Yu Jiuyuan liked, thinking that she could make similar things with biological materials and give them to her in the future.
Lin Yanran walked at the back, seemingly nonchalant, but whenever someone approached Yu Jiuyuan, she would warily step forward and protect her behind her.
While browsing in a jewelry store, Yu Jiuyuan was attracted by a silver bracelet.
The bracelet was adorned with a few small pearls, its design simple yet exquisite. Rong Shenghan noticed her interest and immediately had the shop assistant wrap it up: "If you like it, buy it."
"No need, just look at it." Yu Jiuyuan declined with a smile. She didn't lack jewelry, but she just thought this bracelet was very special.
"It's nothing, it's a gift for you." Rong Shenghan put the bracelet on her wrist, his fingertips gently caressing her skin, his tone filled with an undeniable tenderness, "Consider it a souvenir of your trip."
Yu Jiuyuan looked at the bracelet on her wrist, then at Rong Shenghan's gentle eyes, and did not refuse again.
As Yu Jiuyuan left the jewelry store, she noticed Xie Zhecheng's gaze lingering on a black tie, a hint of barely perceptible liking in his eyes.
She immediately took Xie Zhecheng's hand and walked over: "This tie is very nice, it suits you very well."
Xie Zhecheng was taken aback, clearly not expecting her to notice his gaze.
He scratched his head somewhat sheepishly: "No need, I don't need it."
"I think it suits you perfectly, buy it."
Without saying a word, Yu Jiuyuan had the shop assistant wrap it up and handed it to Xie Zhecheng, saying, "Consider it a gift from me to you."
Xie Zhecheng looked at the tie in his hand, a hint of emotion welling up in his eyes. A rare, genuine smile appeared on his usually indifferent face: "Thank you."
Yuan Xu and Lin Yanran also received gifts from Yu Jiuyuan.
Yuan Xu received a set of high-precision microscope lenses, while Lin Yanran received a limited edition watch.
Seeing the smiles on their faces, Yu Jiuyuan's lips also curled into a satisfied smile.
When we returned to the villa in the evening, the sun had already set, painting the sky a romantic pinkish-purple hue.
Yu Jiuyuan suggested having a barbecue in the courtyard, and everyone agreed.
Xie Zhecheng was in charge of preparing the ingredients. His knife skills were precise, cutting the meat skewers into uniform sizes, each one just right.
Yuan Xu was in charge of adjusting the barbecue sauce, creating different recipes based on everyone's taste.
Lin Yanran was in charge of starting the fire. Although the process was a bit clumsy, she eventually succeeded in lighting the charcoal.
Rong Shenghan stayed by Yu Jiuyuan's side the whole time, helping her hand things over and fanning her, his eyes full of doting affection.
The aroma of barbecue filled the courtyard, where several people sat together, eating grilled meat and chatting.
Xie Zhecheng didn't talk much, but whenever Yu Jiuyuan wanted to eat something, he would bake it and hand it to her immediately.
Yuan Xu continued talking about his biological research, only occasionally pausing to hand Yu Jiuyuan a perfectly grilled chicken wing.
Lin Yanran was no longer as arrogant as usual. She would occasionally chat with everyone and even roast corn for Yu Jiuyuan, which she liked.
Yu Jiuyuan leaned against Rong Shenghan's chest, holding a skewer of grilled chicken wings in her hand. Looking at the group of people chatting and laughing around her, a rare tenderness flashed in her eyes.
She knew that such peaceful and beautiful times were hard-won, and she also knew that this trip would eventually come to an end.
But she has no regrets, because she knows clearly that no matter how busy she is after returning to the city, no matter how many complicated matters she has to deal with, these men will always be by her side, her strongest support.
As night fell, stars filled the sky, and waves crashed against the rocks on the shore, making rhythmic sounds.
After the barbecue, Xie Zhecheng took the initiative to clean up the mess, Yuan Xu went back to his room to continue his research, and Lin Yanran went to the terrace to get some fresh air.
Yu Jiuyuan and Rong Shenghan sat on rattan chairs in the courtyard, enjoying the sea breeze and chatting.
"Did you have fun today?" Rong Shenghan asked, holding Yu Jiuyuan's hand with a hint of probing in his voice.
Knowing that Yu Jiuyuan had given Xie Zhecheng, Yuan Xu and Lin Yanran a lot of attention today, he couldn't help but feel a little jealous.
Yu Jiuyuan turned to look at him, a sly glint in her eyes.
Of course she knew what Rong Shenghan was thinking.
She leaned closer to him and whispered in his ear, "I'm happy, but the happiest thing is being with you."
The warm breath brushed against his earlobe, and Rong Shenghan's body stiffened slightly.
Before he could react, Yu Jiuyuan had already kissed his lips.
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