On a rainy night, the school beauty knocked on my door and asked for shelter

After leaning on Su Yuqing's shoulder, Chen Mohuan slightly tightened his arms around her, the force just right, making her feel tightly protected without feeling restricted.

Su Yuqing could even feel his steady, powerful heartbeat through the thin fabric of his clothes, each beat striking her back and strangely soothing her heart.

This made her already calm and relaxed state of mind even more relaxed and joyful.

"You were too stressed at school before, which wasn't good for your mental and physical health. Relax these few days, and I'll have a blast with you." Chen Mo leaned against Su Yuqing's shoulder, his warm breath brushing against her ear. His voice was low and magnetically gentle, audible only to the two of them.

Su Yuqing nodded gently, then suddenly turned her head and moved closer to him. Her pink cheeks touched Chen Mo's face lightly, and then, like a cat, she closed her eyes and rubbed her face against Chen Mo's face with a look of contentment.

This intimate and ambiguous gesture stirred Chen Mo's emotions, causing his breathing to quicken unconsciously.

Sensing his change, Su Yuqing smiled sweetly, raised her hand, and carefully placed it on the back of his hand that was wrapped around her, her fingertips gently caressing the knuckles and slightly warm skin of his hand.

The two of them nestled together quietly, neither of them speaking again.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled patterns of light on them.

The warmth of autumn seemed to seep into her entire body. Su Yuqing comfortably squinted her eyes, like a cat being stroked, completely relaxed.

The silence speaks.

In the courtyard, the sounds of Wang Lan and Li Zhe's discussion, and Zhou Yue and Lin Xiaoxiao's laughter as they teased the chickens, became distant background noise.

In their world, all that remained was their intertwined breaths, their close body heat, and the natural symphony of the old locust tree leaves rustling in the breeze.

Feeling the softness and complete trust of the person in his arms, Chen Mo's heart was filled with an indescribable sense of satisfaction.

Having been reborn, being able to truly embrace her and protect her for a moment of peace and happiness is an immense blessing for him.

He tilted his head slightly and gave her a very light and quick kiss, like a butterfly skimming the water, which landed on her face.

Su Yuqing felt that gentle touch, her body trembled almost imperceptibly, and her heart felt as if it had been brushed by a feather, rippling with waves.

She didn't look up, but simply tightened her grip on his hand, her lips curving upwards in an irrepressible smile, forming an incredibly sweet arc.

In this tranquil farmhouse courtyard, the sun shines brightly and the breeze is gentle. A loving couple nestles under the shade of a tree, and time seems to slow down for them, quietly capturing this moment of intimacy and beauty.

Seeing the two so affectionate, Zhao Ya, who was nearby, couldn't help but let her gaze drift to the other side under the big tree.

Shen Xinghe was leaning back alone in that old rattan chair, his head slightly tilted back, his eyes closed, as if he were taking a nap.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on his delicate, flawless face, creating a serene and beautiful scene, like a painting.

As Zhao Ya watched, she became somewhat lost in thought, even becoming completely engrossed. She rested her head in her hands and stared at Shen Xinghe quietly and openly, unaware that her infatuated state had been observed by her companions nearby.

Wang Lan and Lin Xiaoxiao exchanged glances, both revealing knowing smiles. Chen Mo held Su Yuqing, who was leaning against him, while he leaned against the trunk of the old locust tree, smiling as he watched the scene unfold.

He saw Wang Lan studying farm tools, Li Zhe observing plants, Zhou Yue and Lin Xiaoxiao chasing chickens, Zhao Ya watching Shen Xinghe, and Shen Xinghe closing his eyes to rest... Everyone was experiencing this rare rural tranquility in their own way.

This lifestyle, far removed from academic pursuits and urban hustle and bustle, and close to nature, brought him, a person with memories of two lifetimes, a genuine sense of relaxation.

"Hey, you guys," Wang Lan put down his hoe, leaned closer to everyone, lowered his voice, and said with a hint of mystery, "In these mountains... are there wild boars or something?"

Lin Xiaoxiao's attention was immediately drawn, and she said with a mix of nervousness and excitement, "If there really is such a thing, will it be dangerous for us to camp at night?"

Zhou Yue remained calm: "What's there to be afraid of? There are so many of us, and we have a campfire. Most animals wouldn't dare come near us. Besides..."

She glanced at Wang Lan mischievously, "With such a sturdy 'bodyguard' like Wang Lan around, I feel incredibly safe!"

"Miss, you really think highly of me." Wang Lan smiled speechlessly.

"Of course, otherwise all that flesh would be wasted." Zhou Yue laughed and continued to flatter him.

This flattered Wang Lan, making him quite smug. He immediately puffed out his chest and patted it, guaranteeing, "With your words, Miss, and with me here, I will absolutely protect everyone's safety!"

Li Zhe stood up from the edge of the vegetable garden and calmly analyzed, "Based on the altitude and vegetation in this area, there is a possibility of medium-sized wild animals such as wild boars, but they usually stay away from areas with human activity, and the probability of them attacking is extremely low. Actually, the most terrifying animal in the mountains is the bear; the others are easy to deal with. When Xinghe suggested this area before, I specifically checked the distribution of wild animals, and so far, there have been no records of bears or tigers. Everyone can rest assured."

At this moment, Shen Xinghe, who had been resting with his eyes closed, slowly opened them and calmly joined the conversation: "Don't worry, I surveyed the area last time I came. Li Zhe is right, there are no traces of large animals around here."

Moreover, the meadow in the mountains where we're going to camp is relatively open with good visibility, making it much safer than being in the dense forest.

His words always carried a calming power that convinced people.

With the dual endorsement of Li Zhe's data flow and Shen Xinghe's practical experience, Lin Xiaoxiao and the others immediately felt much more at ease.

Everyone chatted casually in the courtyard, talking about everything from the clouds in the sky to the crops in the fields, from rumors in the mountains to camping plans for the night.

There was no specific topic, but the atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant.

The older men and women would occasionally peek out of the kitchen window to look at them, their faces beaming with kind smiles.

After resting for about half an hour, everyone felt that the food had been digested and their energy had returned.

They all got up to go up the mountain, but Su Yuqing was still reluctant to leave Chen Mo's warm chest and gentle embrace.

Leaning against him, inhaling his scent, she quietly dozed off for a while, feeling more relaxed than if she had slept soundly all night. (End of Chapter)