"Is that so?"

Jiang Wan shyly lowered her head. Lin Shen’s scorching gaze was roving up and down her form, as if it could melt her on the spot.

"You’ve worked so hard during this time. Thank you for helping me fulfill my childhood dream of becoming an actress."

"So, I got a little gift for you. I hope you like it."

"I love it."

Lin Shen sighed in admiration. He stepped closer to Jiang Wan, took the folded dress from her, and draped it over his left arm. His right hand then wrapped around her soft, delicate waist as he suddenly teased her in a low voice.

"But I’m guessing this isn’t the only gift you prepared for me, is it?"

"What else do you think there is?"

Jiang Wan nestled into Lin Shen’s embrace, her beautiful eyes blinking playfully. She gave him a meaningful smile, like a little devil.

Clearly, they both knew exactly what was going to happen tonight, but neither wanted to be the one to bring it up and ruin the delicate, ambiguous atmosphere.

And so, their conversation gradually became more abstract:

"I think it’ll be a food I really like—fragrant, soft, delicious, and juicy!"

"Well, if I give it to you, you have to savor it. Don’t just gobble it down. After all, you’ve tasted plenty of Gourmet Food, so you should be quite experienced, right?"

"Not that many! This is the first time I’ll be having a delicacy as precious as you."

"Hmph! I’ll believe you for now."

Jiang Wan huffed coquettishly and reached out for the dress. Her gaze shifted downward for a quick peek, and a shy blush crept onto her cheeks.

"Let’s go back to the hotel, then. It looks like you’re already quite impatient."

"Ahem!"

Lin Shen coughed twice, hastily trying to hide his embarrassment and his body’s... unusual reaction.

After composing himself, he took the now-dressed Jiang Wan by the hand and they left the beach.

They took a taxi back to the hotel. The moment they stepped inside, Lin Shen pulled Jiang Wan into his arms from behind. He lowered his head, drinking in the intoxicating scent of her neck. After a deep breath, he sighed in admiration.

"You smell so good!"

"Don’t be such a pervert! We’ve been out all day, I’m all sweaty. How can I smell good? I’m going to take a shower first, wait for me... Mmph!"

Held in his embrace, Jiang Wan stumbled a few steps, bracing her hands on the edge of the entryway cabinet. She looked back at him with an indulgent expression.

But before she could finish, Lin Shen seized the opportunity and silenced her with a kiss.

His hands, meanwhile, took the most direct route.

After all, the magnificent sight from the beach was still fresh in his mind.

This made Lin Shen even more eager to explore the treasure hidden beneath the bikini.

Her dazed, beautiful eyes were covered by a glistening layer of moisture, and her body gradually went limp in Lin Shen’s arms.

And the white dress, a symbol of purity, became completely wrinkled.

"Not here."

After managing to gasp for a breath of air, Jiang Wan said seductively.

"The bed."

"Alright."

Lin Shen put his boyfriend power on full display. He dipped down, swept Jiang Wan up in a princess carry, and strode straight toward the bedroom.

BANG—!

He kicked the door open and gently placed Jiang Wan on the bed. She readily slipped out of the white dress.

What had been a swimsuit at the beach became alluring lingerie in the bedroom.

The heat in Lin Shen’s eyes intensified.

His full, strong pectoral muscles rose and fell slightly with his breathing. The lines at the edges of his muscles were extremely sharp, curving downward to merge with the smooth contours of his abs. His entire broad-shouldered, narrow-waisted figure exuded a sexy Charm unique to men.

Jiang Wan couldn’t help but sigh in admiration.

"Lin Shen, you have a really great body."

"Like what you see?"

"I do."

When he saw the smitten look erupt in her eyes, Lin Shen felt a sudden surge of pride.

He eagerly leaned down, but Jiang Wan suddenly placed a hand on his chest, stopping him shyly.

"Wait a second."

’Oh, right!’

Lin Shen came to his senses. He started to get up to grab a condom, but Jiang Wan stopped him.

"No need. I’m safe today. I meant, you should go pull the curtains shut."

’The curtains?’

Lin Shen looked around and finally understood.

Because this sea-view suite had an integrated balcony and bedroom design, the 270-degree panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows were practically right next to the bed.

Even though it was late and there was likely no one outside, and their room was on a high enough floor...

...the feeling of being completely exposed to the outdoors was still unsettling.