Free Web NovelChapter 89: Chapter 89: How Dazzling
In her previous life, Shen Nian had been married, divorced, and then spent many years with Yin Yang. But, though others might not believe it, in all those years with Yin Yang, despite occasional moments of intimacy, they had never taken that final step.
At the time, Shen Nian had been determined to save that intimacy for her wedding night. Yet, foolish as she was then, it had never occurred to her that Yin Yang, perhaps, had never even thought of marrying her.
After learning the true colors of Yin Yang and Qin Xueling, Shen Nian’s greatest relief was that she had never given herself to that black-hearted man.
However, just because she hadn’t experienced it didn’t mean Shen Nian was completely ignorant.
At this moment, she had a good idea of what the thing pressing against her was.
But it was precisely because she had figured it out that their current position on the bed felt all the more awkward!
Shen Nian had heard of the term "morning wood" before, but this was her first time witnessing it firsthand!
"Is... is this really okay?"
’Shouldn’t he let go of me and head to the bathroom to cool down? Isn’t that the more normal thing to do?’
"Mhm. It’ll just be a moment."
Though Lu Cheng’s voice was tinged with restraint, Shen Nian could also hear the resolve within it.
Shen Nian understood at once. ’Lu Cheng must have had a rough time last night, too!’
And here she was, having fallen asleep without a care in the world.
The thought made her even more determined not to let Lu Cheng suffer any longer.
"I should..."
...get up! However, before Shen Nian could finish her sentence, she shifted slightly, and Lu Cheng immediately hugged her tighter.
"Xiao Nian, just stay still and let me hold you for a bit. Just for a little bit!"
This time, there was an unmistakable note of discomfort in Lu Cheng’s voice. Startled, Shen Nian immediately went still and let him hold her, not daring to move.
She didn’t know how much time had passed before she felt Lu Cheng’s arms around her slowly loosen. Still not daring to move, she could only stare blankly at him.
"Silly girl."
Lu Cheng said with a smile, then slowly lowered his head and pressed a light, reverent kiss to her forehead.
This was the first time Lu Cheng had initiated a kiss with Shen Nian. After holding hands and hugging, this was their most intimate moment yet.
Lu Cheng’s kiss was filled with tender affection for Shen Nian, completely free of lust.
Shen Nian closed her eyes as Lu Cheng leaned toward her. She only opened them to look at him after the light kiss ended. With her eyes shut, the sensation of his lips on her forehead was all the more distinct.
So distinct, in fact, that she could clearly feel his tender affection, and her heart filled with a sweet warmth.
In reality, Lu Cheng could have done far more, and she wouldn’t have been angry. But the fact that he had done nothing at all made Shen Nian feel just how much he treasured her all the more.
He would rather endure his own discomfort than harm her in the slightest.
Such affection, such deep love... Who could possibly resist it?
"Xiao Nian, close your eyes."
"Huh?"
Having been looking at Lu Cheng this whole time, Shen Nian was caught off guard by his request. A hint of confusion entered her eyes.
’Shouldn’t we be getting up? Why is he telling me to close my eyes again? I just opened them a minute ago!’
"Just close them."
Lu Cheng looked at Shen Nian. She had no idea just how brightly her eyes had been shining when she looked at him moments ago.
