Chapter 116 - 115: The Benefits of a Young Body

Chapter 116: Chapter 115: The Benefits of a Young Body

Lin Yanwan leaned on the balcony railing, gazing out at the tiny cars and tiny people below, like ants caught in the endless, repeating cycle of life.

Her hair was tousled by the wind and the sun warmed her face. As she breathed in the faint scent of flowers in the air, the chaotic feelings Jiang Xia had stirred up in her began to settle.

At some point, Yuyuan emerged from its cat bed, let out a soft meow, and lay down lazily at her feet, basking comfortably in the sun.

She crouched down, habitually tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, and gently stroked Yuyuan’s soft belly, listening to its purrs.

This little lazybones loved nothing more than being petted.

’Jiang Xia liked being caressed too, but he’d get worked up after just a little while.’

After sunbathing with Yuyuan on the balcony for a while, Lin Yanwan felt a little hot. Carrying a cup of water, she entered the bedroom to see him and Wang Ming chatting animatedly on QQ.

She handed the cup over, and Jiang Xia took it with a practiced motion, taking a sip from the spot with the faint lipstick mark.

"Old Wang listened to Shen Ying and dutifully put down the Central Academy of Fine Arts on his application."

She paused. "But isn’t that the same as last time? Aren’t you worried he’ll get tricked by that scheming girl from his past life again? She’s a real pro at PUA-ing guys. A sweet, innocent boy like him stands no chance."

"It’s highly unlikely," Jiang Xia said after a moment’s thought. "In his past life, that girl was his first love. This time around, Shen Ying is his first love. That blockhead is the type to fixate on one person. His heart is already full; there’s no room for anyone else."

Lin Yanwan nodded lightly. She knew Wang Ming’s situation all too well; he was a rare, devoted soul.

’But what if some other girl was more cunning? What if she used the classic honey-trap to get him into bed? Once that line was crossed and he felt shackled by responsibility, would he still be hung up on Shen Ying?’

"I think you should give him a heads-up, just to be safe," she said. "You can never be sure when it comes to fate. Better safe than sorry."

Jiang Xia smiled. "Don’t worry, I’ve got it handled. Once we’re in college, I’ll give him so much work he won’t have any damn time to chase girls."

"...You’re sounding more and more like a capitalist. He’s your dear friend! You guys grew up together!"

Lin Yanwan couldn’t help the twitch at the corner of her mouth. Forcing your friend to work overtime without pay, and so matter-of-factly at that. She was ashamed on his behalf.

"Hahaha, it’s character-building! A little suffering now means less suffering later. We grew up practically joined at the hip. You think I’d actually mistreat him?" Jiang Xia said with a wide grin.

"Speaking of which, why aren’t you going to the Central Academy of Fine Arts? Wouldn’t it be nice to be classmates with Wang Ming again? In work, studies, and life, you could look out for each other."

"I was his classmate in high school, but I want to be your classmate in college. Besides, how could the Central Academy of Fine Arts be as beautiful as you? College is for four years, but you’re with me for two lifetimes. Only a fool would make the wrong choice in that deal." Jiang Xia tilted his head, his eyes full of mirth.

"Okay, okay, that’s enough out of you. You’re so cheesy."

Spontaneous sweet talk was the most heart-melting. Lin Yanwan’s heart was overflowing with sweetness. She walked over and straddled his lap, hurriedly reaching up to cover his mouth, only for him to lightly lick her palm.

"Ew! It’s all slobber, so gross." With a look of disgust, she wiped her saliva-coated hand all over his shirt. "And just so you know, I just used the restroom and forgot to wash my hands."

"That’s great!"

"???"

Lin Yanwan looked at him strangely. ’Does he have some kind of weird fetish?’

Jiang Xia cupped her bottom and pulled her into his embrace. They were face to face, a position that had become very familiar.

"What are you trying to do? Don’t even think about having any of your lewd thoughts," Lin Yanwan said, looking at him warily.

"You’re the one who sat on me." Jiang Xia dropped his usual glib tone, paused, and said, "Babe, I just want to hold you like this and doze off for a bit."

He gently rested his head on her shoulder and closed his eyes. The faint, pleasant scent of her skin filled his senses, and his entire body and mind began to relax.

"Did you stay up all night drawing again?" Her heart warmed, and she whispered, her cheek against his.

"Not all night. I went to bed at 2."

"You’re young, so your body can handle it for now. Just wait a few years. You want to start drinking goji berry water before your time?"

"I’m not trying to conserve my essence, so why would I drink goji berry water? Unless..." He nuzzled her fragrant, tender neck, slowly kissing his way down and leaving a hickey.

"You... don’t even... Mmm~ That tickles~"

Feeling the change underneath her, Lin Yanwan stood up, her face flushed. She rummaged through a drawer, pulled out a small, square, rose-colored packet, and tossed it into his lap.

He looked at the "001" on it, then chuckled and winked. "Doing it at home isn’t a good idea, is it? Mom might be back any minute."

"You’re overthinking it! I meant for you to go to the bathroom and take care of it yourself. Your mind is always in the gutter," she huffed.

"Ever since I got a girlfriend, my right hand and I broke up. Unless... you give me a hand?"

"Get lost!"

Jiang Xia was dejectedly chased out of the room. Looking at the small packet in his hand, he sighed softly.

’Why? He had a wife, for crying out loud! Why was she forcing him to do *this*?’

’Oh, well. Long-term edging isn’t good for you, anyway.’

He shuffled reluctantly into the bathroom. A long time later, the sound of the shower running started. Lin Yanwan covered her face with a pillow as a deep blush crept up to her ears.

Before long, Jiang Xia came out with his hands behind his back, looking refreshed and invigorated. Lin Yanwan pretended to be calm as she looked at him.

"All done?"

With a look of mock resentment, he brought out the "evidence" from behind his back and held it in front of her. "This is three or four months of holding back, all right here."

"..."

Lin Yanwan was speechless. To think this guy would still show it to her, just like he used to.

Not that she thought there was anything wrong with it; she just blushed slightly.

It just goes to show, the casual jokes between an old married couple are on a whole other level, enough to make any new couple blush.

’In their past life, she’d done plenty of research on the *quality* of his output for the sake of having a child. What was in front of her now certainly seemed much healthier than it used to be.’

’Is this the benefit of being young?’

"Hurry up and go dispose of that discreetly. If you dare leave even a trace of it in the house, I’ll make you my sister today!" she said, wrinkling her nose.

Looking chagrined, Jiang Xia wrapped it in a thick wad of tissues, threw it into a black plastic bag, then clattered down the stairs to toss it in the neighborhood trash can.

Lin Yanwan silently took out some perfume and sprayed it around the room. She then went into the bathroom, turned on the exhaust fan, and used more perfume to completely mask the strange smell.

’There. No one will find out now, right?’

A few minutes later, Jiang Xia returned. He closed the door, looked at Lin Yanwan excitedly, and asked, "Babe, do you think we’ll have kids in this lifetime?"

"Get the hell away from me! Who said anything about having kids with you!"