Chapter 523 : Get Lost! Get Lost! Get Lost!
Ring, ring, ring!
The shrill sound of an alarm echoed through the room as a flawless white hand emerged from under the blanket, groping toward the bedside table. Grabbing the phone, the hand retreated back into the warm cocoon of the bed.
Lin Xi slowly opened her still drowsy eyes, glancing at the time on her phone. It wasn’t even seven o’clock yet. She thought she had more time to sleep, but... wait! Was it already this late?
In an instant, Lin Xi’s sleepiness vanished completely, though a slight grogginess lingered in her head—likely from drinking too much the night before.
Blinking a few times, Lin Xi realized she couldn’t afford to hesitate any longer. If she kept lying there, she’d undoubtedly be late.
Just as she was about to throw off the blanket and get out of bed, Lin Xi noticed that something—or rather someone—was tightly holding her, as if she were a body pillow. Turning her head instinctively, she found Ling Ning lying beside her, arms and legs wrapped around her like some kind of tentacled creature.
Lin Xi wriggled gently in an attempt to free herself but found that she couldn’t escape. Her slight movements, however, caused the still-sleeping Ling Ning to slowly open her eyes.
Seeing Lin Xi, a soft smile appeared on Ling Ning’s face. "Good morning~," she murmured, her voice laced with drowsiness.
After that brief greeting, Ling Ning closed her eyes again, seemingly intent on going back to sleep.
Sighing helplessly, Lin Xi patted Ling Ning’s hand lightly and said, "Ling Ning, stop sleeping already! If we keep lying here, we’ll be late!"
Ling Ning opened her eyes once more and, after glancing at the phone Lin Xi held in front of her, finally registered the urgency of the situation. Though she still seemed half-asleep, she reluctantly released her grip on Lin Xi, sitting up as she tossed the blanket aside. The chilly air made her hesitate, as if she wanted to crawl back under the covers.
Lin Xi glanced at Ling Ning, her gaze pausing as she noticed that Ling Ning’s disheveled sleepwear had two buttons undone, one side slipping off her shoulder, revealing her delicate collarbone and a hint of the abyss below. Combined with her slightly messy hair, she presented an irresistibly alluring sight.
Compared to that natural seductiveness, Lin Xi couldn’t help but feel self-conscious about her own appearance. She sighed internally—this was the kind of allure that couldn’t be faked, no matter how hard one tried. Ling Ning truly deserved her nickname as a "bewitching little demon."
Noticing Lin Xi’s gaze, Ling Ning calmly adjusted her sleepwear before turning to ask, "Do you have any clothes I can borrow?"
"Aren’t your clothes here?" Lin Xi asked instinctively.
At Lin Xi’s response, Ling Ning smirked playfully, leaning closer to her. "Dearest Lady Lin Xi, could it be that you’ve forgotten what you did to me last night? All my clothes are still in your washing machine~"
Lin Xi opened her mouth, wanting to retort, but ultimately gave up and resigned herself to her fate. She threw off the blanket, walked to the wardrobe, and pulled out a set of clothes, tossing them to Ling Ning.
"And underwear too~"
"W-what!? It’s winter, anyway; no one will notice if you don’t wear them!" Lin Xi stammered, her voice soft.
"I don’t mind if you don’t wear any, but I still prefer to wear mine. Besides, it’s not like this is the first time I’ve borrowed yours. What are you getting shy about?"
"I’m not shy!"
Lin Xi huffed, exasperated. She rummaged through her wardrobe again and threw a set of undergarments at Ling Ning.
Catching the clothes, Ling Ning didn’t hesitate to start changing right in front of Lin Xi. After all, during her time with Lin Xi, there was nothing left unseen—this was no big deal.
"Th-there are people here!" Lin Xi protested, but her eyes betrayed her as they darted to the mirror in the wardrobe, catching Ling Ning’s reflection. She had to admit, Ling Ning’s figure was absolutely stunning—every part of her was flawless.
"You can look all you want, just don’t take pictures~. By the way, Lin Xi, your cup size hasn’t grown at all since then, has it? No wonder your bras feel a bit tight on me," Ling Ning remarked casually.
"Get lost! Get lost! Get lost!"
Lin Xi, now red-faced, grabbed a plush salted fish toy and hurled it at Ling Ning, who easily dodged the attack. After all, she’d survived countless such assaults; it would be embarrassing to get hit now.
Once dressed, Ling Ning left the room and went to the bathroom to freshen up. She was pleasantly surprised to find the toothbrush and towel she had left behind still there, saving her the trouble of looking for replacements.
When Lin Xi finally stepped out of the bedroom, dressed and ready, she found Ling Ning in the kitchen wearing an apron, seemingly preparing breakfast.
"You’re as short on ingredients as ever. Soup noodles for breakfast should be fine, right?" Ling Ning asked with a smile as she glanced over her shoulder.
"Will it be done in time?"
"Who do you think I am?"
Lin Xi shrugged. Since Ling Ning was so sure, she decided to let her handle it. Besides, it had been a while since she’d had breakfast made by Ling Ning, and she couldn’t deny she missed it.
After quickly washing up, Lin Xi returned to the living room to find Ling Ning bringing out a bowl of simple soup noodles. Watching Ling Ning with her hair tied up and an apron around her waist, Lin Xi couldn’t help but think she radiated the charm of a perfect housewife. If she could have a wife like this in the future...
Wait! What was she even thinking? She was straight! Definitely straight... right?
Shaking her head vigorously, Lin Xi tried to dispel her strange thoughts. No matter what, she wouldn’t let herself be swayed by a perverted seductress!
Ling Ning, noticing Lin Xi’s peculiar expression, carefully placed the bowl in front of her. "Eat up. I added chili sauce—it should suit your taste. By the way, does your head still hurt?"
"N-not really."
"Remember what I told you last night.”
"You’re so naggy!"
"Ugh!"
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Author’s Note:
Today I’m heading out to have fun~ I’m definitely going to win at mahjong!