Regarding the matter of awakening lightning abilities after transformation

Su Yuanjun knew what brand of coffee his sister liked, and he had prepared some in the car. Su Wanxi did indeed drink a can before attending the banquet.

"I drank it." Su Wanxi was incredibly honest, but her tone sounded inexplicably aggrieved.

"...Because it's really super delicious." She was about to reply that since you don't care anyway, and no one was urging you to drink it, she drank it anyway.

The words caught in her throat. The woman felt she had already poured out enough sourness today, turning a perfectly good young lady of the Su family into a resentful woman separated from her lover for a long time.

My wife doesn't care about me at all—that's what Su, the bitter-sweet Wanxi, thought to herself.

Gu Cheng was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, then quickly propped herself up on her arms, tilted her head back, and kissed her lover's lips.

"Drink less in the future." After their lips parted, she turned her head and muttered softly, a blush rising on her cheeks.

Su Wanxi chuckled softly, "One isn't enough." This was an agreement they had made before: whenever Su Wanxi wanted sweet coffee, she would come to Gu Cheng, hug and kiss her, and then refuse to drink it.

This habit, which has been preserved to this day, can be considered a special pleasure between couples. As she thought, Gu Cheng casually licked her lips and kissed her again.

"You promised me?"

"Okay." Su Wanxi nodded obediently. She remembered that there were still several boxes of sweet coffee left in the office, and she would instruct Secretary Zhu to distribute them to the employees as a reward for their hard work tomorrow.

After sitting on the sofa for a while, Gu Cheng told Su Wanxi many of her experiences in Su Country, recounting each and every one of them as if they were her own treasures.

"They like to eat hot sushi and grilled cheese."

"The last time I saw a middle-aged woman wearing a dress chasing a bear on the street, it was huge, probably three times my size..."

Su Wanxi stared at those shimmering brown eyes for a long time, her thoughts seemingly following Gu Cheng to St. Petersburg and Novorossiysk.

"It seems you really like it there..."

"Yes, it's my first time going abroad, and it feels incredibly novel."

"But I prefer the Northern Capital."

Su Wanxi asked her why, and Gu Cheng leaned close to her ear and spoke to the woman in an exceptionally seductive low voice.

"Because you are here."

Chapter 239, Section 244: Adultery in the Open

Glancing at the intertwined fingers beside her, Gu Cheng shrank her neck, hiding half of her pretty face under the thick wool scarf.

After saying that extremely cheesy love confession, Su Wanxi naturally wouldn't let her off easily. The girl resisted a few times with feigned reluctance, but was then pinned down on the sofa and thoroughly bullied. As they were about to leave, the girl's ears turned bright red.

"Wanwan, why do you have clothes that fit me so perfectly..." Gu Cheng whispered to her lover, pointing to the light yellow knitted sweater and the pleated skirt that was just the right length to her knees.

Su Wanxi is 1.72 meters tall, and Gu Cheng is 1.68 meters tall. The difference in height also leads to differences in their measurements. Most of the former's clothes are custom-made, so in theory there shouldn't be such a discrepancy.

Su Wanxi turned her head, her lips touching and creating a thin, white mist: "Sometimes I think, if you suddenly came back one day, all travel-worn, took a hot shower and slept, these clothes would come in handy."

She also has summer and winter clothes in her closet, all of which are inexpensive items costing less than four figures.

"At least, I won't let the person I like wear cheap clothes." Su Wanxi's way of urging her to change clothes did look a bit like a domineering CEO. Gu Cheng touched her cold earlobe, her long, wispy brown hair covering her ears for warmth.

It would be a lie to say she wasn't moved. Gu Cheng especially enjoyed this warm feeling. No matter how dark the night was or how tired she was, there was always a light shining ahead waiting for her to come home. When she entered the house, someone would pat her on the shoulder and tell her that they were always there, urging her to get some rest.

The moonlight swirled in her pupils. Gu Cheng pursed her lips and hugged Su Wanxi even tighter. The latter staggered slightly, and the heels of her leather boots made a crisp sound as they hit the floor tiles.

When going out shopping, there's no need to be too formal. Su Wanxi took off the light blue dress she wore to the banquet and replaced it with a black suit jacket paired with a Chanel-style short skirt, a pure white inner shirt, and slightly sheer black pantyhose that showed off her long legs to the fullest. The matching Martin boots were exquisitely decorated, making her look both beautiful and cool.

Gu Cheng sighed inwardly at how beautiful Wanwan was, adjusted her burgundy beret, and nestled close to Su Wanxi like a submissive wife.

Where do we go now?

"Anywhere is fine, I'll accompany you." Su Wanxi glanced at her watch; it was 9:47, more than an hour before the party ended.

They had plenty of time before the housekeeper came looking for them.

Gu Cheng was unaware of the intricacies involved. She held Su Wanxi's hand, enjoying the slightly chilly yet refreshing breeze at the street corner, feeling a sense of peace in her heart.

Occasionally kicking at the pebbles scattered by the roadside, night has completely fallen, and dazzling stars shine through this heavily polluted smog-filled city, landing on the woman's upturned eyelashes and smooth, dark hair.

"Su Wanwan, aren't you hungry?" Gu Cheng stared longingly at the various snacks being sold on the street: steaming hot pancakes, golden and glistening fried dough twists, and fragrant duck blood and vermicelli soup.

She only ate one orange for dinner, and coupled with the ordeal Su Wanxi had caused her, she was starving.

Su Wanxi nodded and replied gently, "Yes, you can buy it if you want. I'll watch you eat." Afraid that the girl wouldn't believe her, she proactively placed her soft hand on her abdomen and above.

Having indeed eaten quite a bit, Gu Cheng finally let go of her psychological pressure, turned around, and walked briskly towards the vendor, ordering a small bowl of tofu pudding.

After paying and taking the food container, holding the food made it impossible to continue holding hands. Su Wanxi rubbed her fingertips a few times, then put her hand inside her suit jacket. As she walked, she watched Gu Cheng scoop tofu into his mouth.

One spoonful, two spoonfuls... Seeing those two pink lips opening and closing, Su Wanxi's cravings inexplicably returned.

"Actually... if you fed me..."

"Open your mouth, ah~" Gu Cheng had been waiting for this. Before Su Wanxi could finish speaking, he put the spoon to her lips, and the latter bit down and sucked without hesitation.

It was icy cold with a hint of spiciness, and tasted good, but not as sweet as it could be, Su Wanxi thought to herself. At the same time, she took out a few tissues to wipe the chili oil from the corners of Gu Cheng's mouth.

"Why is it spicy? I thought you would choose the savory one." Locals in Kyoto are generally used to eating savory tofu pudding, but Su Wanxi is an exception; she only likes sweet tofu pudding.

Gu Cheng waved the plastic spoon at her, her voice melodious and clear: "You should try all the flavors!"

After saying that, she finished the last bite of tofu pudding, threw the disposable food container into the trash can, Su Wanxi reached out her hand, and Gu Cheng obediently took it and intertwined their fingers.

There were many people on the pedestrian street at night, and quite a few couples like them were strolling hand in hand. Gu Cheng walked relaxed under the lights, her shadow stretched extremely long by the light, and a few strands of her hair were lifted by the wind as it swept across her neck.

Su Wanxi glanced at her lover out of the corner of her eye, her dark eyes overflowing with tenderness.

She thought that even though they were both women, they were still a perfect match.

As Gu Cheng strolled and chatted with the vendors, she recalled how Su Wanxi used to walk with her around the villa area in Lanjiang, whispering sweet nothings and talking about the distant future.

Unable to resist, the two walked to a shady spot and, under the shade, shared a brief kiss.

Su Wanxi said she had something to give Gu Cheng, who suppressed her curiosity and followed the woman, her legs feeling weak.

Chapter 245, Section 240: Don't Forget I'm Your Former Captain

The high-heeled boots clattered on the ground. Gu Cheng followed behind Su Wanxi like an uneasy little chick. She tucked her hands into her sleeves, and her misty right eye kept glancing around.

The surroundings were extremely quiet, with only the sound of footsteps and the woman's steady breathing. The concrete fence was interspersed with red-painted steel bars, and the granite steps with their soles were uneven due to weathering, so one could easily trip and fall if not careful.

Looking through the gaps in the railing, I saw towering buildings below, with light scattering in all directions—some from shop windows, some from streetlights, and most from vehicles of all sizes. They overshadowed the moonlight, creating a scene of their own.

"Is the friend you're talking about An Zhishui?"

The cool voice mingled with the evening breeze. Gu Cheng was pondering where Su Wanxi was going to take her when she heard the question and couldn't help but pause for a moment.

After a moment, the girl replied softly, "Yes, it should be similar to what you think." At that time, Lanjiang was a mixed bag, and the organization that could take away a superpowered person under so many eyes was definitely not simple. In addition, combined with the fact that Gu Cheng often mentioned the Su Kingdom in their conversations, a certain blond-haired, blue-eyed information broker naturally came into Su Wanxi's sight.

Why did you choose to accept her invitation?

An Zhishui is not entirely trustworthy, at least that's what Su Wanxi subconsciously believes.

Gu Cheng paused slightly, bit her lip, and replied, "Because she offered me a reward I couldn't refuse."

“If you’re referring to information about the Awakened Ones who were present at the time, I can help you find it.” Su Wanxi raised an eyebrow, and suddenly increased the pressure in her hand.

Upon hearing the girl let out a soft hum, the woman realized she had lost her composure and immediately slowed her movements.

“I understand all of that, but what I needed most at the time was not detailed information about the killer.”

“An Zhishui can provide me with a platform, or rather a channel, to enhance my strength, so that I am not spied on by parchment or crows, and not affected by the turbulent times… Moreover, she has promised to provide material assistance within a certain range, including all kinds of firearms and ammunition.”

If Gu Cheng continues to stay by Su Wanxi's side, she will only attract more attention. Moreover, the Su family is not ruled by Su Wanxi or even Su Changqing alone. A change in one thing can have far-reaching consequences. She does not want her lover to be caught in the middle and put in a difficult position.

Su Wanxi realized that the other party had something to consider, and her eyes gradually dimmed. After a long while, she said softly, "Then... is Miss An harsh to you?"

Gu Cheng secretly thought it was more than just harsh; she had never seen a little princess who wanted to eat a whole set of Yangzhou morning tea while abroad. On the surface, she explained gently, "Of course not, An Zhishui is quite easy to get along with."

What bad intentions could a naive and innocent girl have? She's only guided by Jiang Xuewei, who has an external brain, and the latter won't indulge her in everything.

Su Wanxi stared at Gu Cheng for a long time, her sincere brown eyes clear and bright.

"Orange, don't lie to me." She was still bothered by the fact that the other person had lost weight.

"I'm not lying to you. I'd be a dog if I were."

Gu Cheng felt that Su Wanwan hadn't been behaving herself all night, acting like a child, being coquettish and sulking. She concluded that she must have caught Su Wanwan's behavior, otherwise she wouldn't be so childish.

"Here, let me show you the photos I took during the Chinese New Year." The girl opened her phone to the photo album and held it out to her lover with one hand.

Su Wanxi looked over and saw a square table with several appetizing meat dishes. An Zhishui and Jiang Xuewei, two familiar faces, were there, as well as a delicate young woman she had never seen before.

"Spending the Spring Festival in the Soviet Union?"

"Yes, we bought a lot of snacks and even made dumplings together."

Su Wanxi tapped her finger; Gu Cheng's photos were mostly of scenery and food, as well as couplets she had personally inscribed on doors.

Red plum blossoms defy the winter snow, while green willows unfurl their catkins to welcome the new spring. The neat and elegant regular script reflects the person's character.

"Who is she?" After swiping through a few pictures, Su Wanxi saw the porcelain doll-like black-haired loli again. She was sleeping soundly in a bear sweater, with a half-open white quilt next to her.

"Ling Yi is also a member of the team."

Su Wanxi blinked a few times, then asked with a hint of jealousy, "You sleep with her every day?"

The girl looked slightly helpless after hearing this: "Wanwan, she's just a child."

Ling Yi is eleven years old physically but six years old mentally. What kind of jealousy is Su Wanxi getting? But then Gu Cheng thought about it and felt relieved. Her lover used to be jealous of Qin Kexin too, he was definitely a little jealous pot.

"Besides, the blankets are separate." Gu Cheng pinched Su Wanxi's thigh and spoke softly.

After stroking Su Miaomiao's fur for a while, they finally arrived at their destination. The woman pushed open the rusty old iron gate and led Gu Cheng into the room.

This place seems to be an abandoned sports field, with nothing around it except the sound of footsteps echoing in the air.

Su Wanxi placed the long black box that the driver had brought in a corner, turned on her flashlight, and a blinding beam of light illuminated the entire room. It was still very dark, but she could barely see anything.

"Should I turn on the light?"

"If you can."

A slender, white fingertip extended from the cuff, and an electric current instantly spread along the skin, activating the dome light.

"Rank B?" Su Wanxi was somewhat surprised upon seeing this.