Chapter 138: Enchantment, When Passion Runs Deep

Liu Lele’s cheeks seemed to be painted with the most vibrant hues of the setting sun, her gaze evasive, and her hands nervously tugging at the hem of her clothes.

“Shall we soak together?” Li Chao asked.

“That wouldn’t be appropriate!” she replied.

Li Chao’s lips curled into a carefree smile. “What’s the big deal?”

“Besides, we’re still wearing clothes while soaking!”

“Don’t be shy!” Li Chao muttered to himself, a mischievous glint flashing in his eyes. He had seen everything he should and shouldn’t have by now. What was there to fear about soaking in a hot spring?

Biting her lip lightly, Liu Lele frowned, hesitation painting her face. After a moment, as if summoning great courage, she nodded reluctantly.

“Alright, then.”

Li Chao’s smile grew even brighter, his eyes nearly slitting into a line. Chuckling softly, he used the room card to open the courtyard gate.

This hot spring was nestled in a secluded courtyard. Flowers and plants gently swayed in the breeze along the winding path. Water trickled melodiously down the artificial rockery, creating a clear, pleasant sound, resembling a miniature palace.

Li Chao couldn’t help but voice his admiration, his gaze full of appreciation. It was obvious Liu Lele had put considerable thought into this place.

The courtyard contained a steaming hot spring pool of about a dozen square meters. Wisps of white mist drifted around like a sea of clouds. Just standing nearby refreshed the spirit.

Li Chao’s attention was drawn to the changing room. He stepped in briskly and emerged wearing a pair of swim trunks.

Liu Lele stood to the side, her eyes unconsciously fixed on Li Chao, her breath catching slightly, her hands gripping her clothes tighter. Seeing Li Chao’s physique, her legs instinctively clenched tighter.

Six-pack abs! Defined and sculpted! Perfect as if carved from ancient Greek marble!

Li Chao raised an eyebrow, his gaze teasing. “Liu, aren’t you going to change?”

Startled by his words, a flush of panic swept over Liu Lele’s face, her eyes darting nervously. Realizing her lapse, she hurried toward the room.

With a graceful leap, Li Chao dove into the hot spring, sending droplets flying.

He sighed contentedly, his face awash with pleasure and satisfaction.

Ah! The warm water enveloped his body, pores opening wide, washing away all fatigue. It was heavenly.

If only the spiritual veins here could be extracted… Li Chao’s eyes gleamed as his mind began to fantasize. He wanted to find a way to take this back to the Li family estate, so he could soak anytime he wished.

Sighing helplessly, regret painted his features.

Li Chao rested his arms casually on the pool’s edge, eyes closed tightly, his body as relaxed as a released bowstring.

Time passed slowly. Chen Shan furrowed his brow and opened his eyes, puzzled.

Liu Lele hadn’t come out after soaking for over ten minutes. Chen Shan called toward the room, puzzled, “Liu, haven’t you changed your clothes yet?”

From inside came Liu Lele’s slightly nervous voice: “Almost done.”

Her voice sounded a bit constrained.

Li Chao frowned deeper, irritation visible on his face. He rubbed his temples, muttering softly, “Women are such a hassle. It’s just changing clothes—do they have to put on makeup too?”

He soaked a while longer, occasionally glancing toward the room.

After about three or four more minutes, Liu Lele finally emerged.

She was wrapped tightly in a bathrobe, her steps hesitant, head bowed, avoiding Li Chao’s gaze.

Her delicate feet touched the ground, her face flushed as if painted by twilight.

Li Chao couldn’t help but laugh heartily. “Liu, you’re not planning to soak in your bathrobe, are you?”

Liu Lele shot him a coquettish glare, her blush deepening.

She rolled her eyes at him. “Mainly because I don’t have suitable swimwear. What I have is too revealing!”

She shrugged helplessly, clutching the bathrobe’s collar tightly.

Liu Lele was genuinely embarrassed. She hadn’t come to soak since the hot spring was renovated, and she hadn’t bothered with buying swimwear.

Sighing, she recalled the awkward moments in the room, frowning.

It was awkward indeed! The swimwear prepared here was all so revealing that she couldn’t find a proper one after trying on many.

Taking a deep breath, she seemed to make a firm decision and chose one at random.

Li Chao hadn’t paid much attention before, but hearing her explanation, his eyes brightened instantly.

His gaze was magnetically fixed, unable to look away.

“Don’t… don’t look!” Liu Lele covered herself in front, her shame almost bleeding through her voice, trembling.

She was utterly embarrassed.

Li Chao grinned wickedly. “Liu, this place is small. Even if I don’t look now, I will soon enough!”

A mischievous smile tugged at his lips, a teasing sparkle in his eyes.

“Come on, let’s soak!”

Seeing no escape, Liu Lele bit her lip, her eyes flashing with resolve, then tore off the bathrobe.

Whoa!

Li Chao gasped sharply, eyes wide, as if frozen by a spell.

As the robe fell, his nose almost bled.

Although he had seen her before, it was always covered up—not so boldly revealed now.

Liu Lele wore a one-piece swimsuit.

For others, it might be nothing, but her figure was extraordinary.

Combined with her recent use of breast enhancement cream, the swimsuit’s fabric couldn’t cover her at all.

Vast expanses of snow-white skin were exposed.

Especially the pronounced swell in front, which undulated more than the water with every step.

The curves were mesmerizing, making it impossible to look away.

Most notably, true to her name, Liu Lele’s skin was as pure as snow, almost translucent under the light, revealing veins beneath the surface.

Her delicate skin seemed to emit an alluring glow, tempting one to touch.

She drove any man crazy!

As the saying goes, “Fair skin covers a thousand flaws.”

Not to mention Liu Lele was not only beautiful but had an incredible figure.

Li Chao’s eyes roamed over her, his breath quickening.

Recalling the inappropriate scenes he’d witnessed on the mountain…

He swallowed hard, his Adam’s apple bobbing, his heart pounding fiercely.

At that moment, he truly understood what it meant to be “a national calamity.”

His gaze was filled with awe and infatuation.

Soaking in a hot spring with such a beauty was truly fatal!

Liu Lele was flustered under his intense stare.

Her hands fidgeted nervously in the water, her gaze wild like a frightened rabbit.

Gone was the domineering CEO demeanor—she was overwhelmed with shyness.

There was no choice.

After shedding all her pretenses, she was just a woman.

Taking a deep breath, she closed her eyes and plunged into the hot spring.

She quickly submerged herself, letting the water conceal her body, revealing only above the shoulders — finally feeling some relief.

“Liu, why are you hiding so far away?” Li Chao frowned, his eyes filled with longing.

Unable to see such a tantalizing sight, he waved in disappointment.

“I’m fine just soaking here,” Liu Lele said nervously, her voice trembling, avoiding his gaze.

A bit anxious.

Li Chao rolled his eyes, exasperated. “Afraid I’ll devour you?”

He pouted helplessly. “Talking from that far away is tiring!”

“If you don’t come, I’ll come find you!”

He made swimming motions toward her.

Ah! Was he really going to come over?

“Fine! I’ll come over!” Liu Lele sighed helplessly, biting her lip with reluctance.

Seeing there was no escape, she gritted her teeth and edged closer to Li Chao.

As she approached, she murmured to herself.

Even if she got closer, with the mist around, he probably wouldn’t see clearly.

But little did she know, after practicing the “Celestial Body Tempering Technique,” Li Chao’s eyesight was extraordinary.

Such thin mist was nothing to him.

Of course, every advantage had its disadvantages.

Li Chao’s body grew increasingly flushed, his breathing quickening.

Within moments, he felt unbearably swollen.

No good! Eyes might be pleased, but if he held back much longer, his body would rebel.

His mind wrestled fiercely, eyes flickering over Liu Lele, desire and reason battling within.

After all, who could resist such an exquisite beauty in a swimsuit by their side?

But… if he just lunged at her, it might be inappropriate.

His eyes darted, then he looked at Liu Lele and said,

“Liu, soaking here relaxes muscles, promotes blood circulation, and relieves bruising. If combined with some special therapies, it can also enhance beauty!”

His gaze was hopeful, his smile seemingly sincere.

“Do you want to try?”

People always look for an excuse to get closer, like how many need alcohol to loosen up.

Li Chao schemed silently, his eyes twinkling.

It wasn’t really the drink, but the feeling afterward that mattered.

Besides, if anything happened later, they could blame it on the alcohol.

Hypocrisy or pretense—everyone understood without speaking of it.

Liu Lele’s eyes brightened at the words “beauty enhancement,” her interest instantly piqued.

Women naturally cared about their appearance.

Hearing Li Chao’s offer, her curiosity was sparked.

“What kind of therapy?” she asked.

Li Chao answered confidently, speaking smoothly.

“Traditional Chinese massage!”

“By pressing the body’s acupoints with fingers, the hot spring’s benefits are maximized!”

Massage, huh?

A hint of hesitation crossed Liu Lele’s face, her brow furrowing.

She was uncertain.

Given the current situation, if there was physical contact, wouldn’t that be…

Her mind swirled with thoughts, torn inside.

But on the other hand, Li Chao’s medical skills were well known. If he said it would enhance beauty, it had to be true.

Her gaze grew firmer, a faint blush blossoming on her face.

Moreover…

Biting her lip, Liu Lele recalled their past experiences, especially when he had forcibly pinned her against the stone wall behind the Li family estate. Her body tingled at the memory.

Seconds seemed to stretch on endlessly.

Finally, she spoke, her voice trembling with a hint of nervousness,

“Alright, then.”

“What do I need to do?”

Li Chao’s heart leapt with joy, then said,

“Just lie face down on the edge.”

Suppressing his excitement, he kept his voice calm.

Liu Lele turned around hesitantly, her body trembling slightly.

Li Chao approached.

His breath quickened, heart pounding.

Then, he placed his hand on her shoulder.

His hand trembled slightly; the instant he touched Liu Lele’s shoulder, an electric current seemed to surge through him.

Liu Lele’s body instinctively tensed with embarrassment and nervousness, a long-held defense against close contact.

Yet Li Chao’s voice was as gentle and steady as spring rain.

“Liu, don’t be nervous. Relax, this is for your good.”

“Mm…”

Her soft reply was barely audible, but trembled slightly.

She tried to steady her breath, forcing her tense body to relax.

“I’ll continue now!”

Li Chao’s voice was tender yet firm. His fingers moved gently, tracing the massage techniques recorded in the Ancient Heavenly Medical Scripture along Liu Lele’s back.

In this spiritually enriched courtyard, the ancient healing art seemed reborn, each movement imbued with the miraculous power to improve meridians and beautify the skin.

At first, Liu Lele still felt the unfamiliar awkwardness of skin-to-skin contact.

But as time passed, the subtle touch grew familiar and comfortable.

She even began to cherish the sensation, her body unconsciously responding, silently conveying her desire and acceptance.

Ah!

In this rare moment of tranquility and harmony, the fiery passion in Li Chao’s heart seemed to find an outlet, burning brighter.

Yet he did not let this passion cloud his reason.

He continued the massage with focus, then broke the silence:

“Liu, since we have time, how about I tell you a joke?”

Liu Lele was weak and nearly powerless, but she mustered a faint smile and nodded.

“Okay…”

Li Chao began telling a story about a couple traveling who found only one room left at the inn.

The woman drew a line with a chopstick, trying to maintain her boundaries.

The man, respecting her wishes, chose to sleep peacefully.

However, the story’s ending was unexpected—the woman slapped the man the next morning for behaving worse than a beast.

Though not a new joke, Li Chao’s vivid storytelling made it lively and amusing.

Liu Lele had only intended to listen casually but ended up laughing out loud.

Her laughter was clear and melodic, like a mountain spring cleansing the dust from one’s soul.

Seizing this moment, Li Chao leaned close to her ear, whispering a question only she could hear:

“Liu, do you prefer ‘beast’ or ‘less than beast’?”

The question was like a pebble dropped into a still lake, sending ripples through her heart.

She finally understood Li Chao’s true intention—he was playfully probing her boundaries and feelings with humor and charm.

But now, Liu Lele was no longer the cautious, guarded woman she once was.

Under Li Chao’s endless gentleness and unwavering persistence, she had truly fallen for him.

Li Chao’s Adam’s apple bobbed involuntarily; his eyes burned with fierce heat, breath growing rapid.

“Liu, you said that if we win the battle, you’d give me anything I want. Is that true?”

His voice was low and urgent, filled with an irresistible longing.

Liu Lele’s entire body went weak and numb.

She trembled slightly, as if suddenly drained of all strength.

Eyes shut tight, she murmured dreamily,

“What do you want?”

Her voice trembled, tinged with confusion and hope.

Li Chao grinned mischievously.

“Guess.”

His smile was full of sly and ambiguous meaning.

Without warning, he forcefully turned Liu Lele’s body toward him.

His movements were rough and urgent, the strength unyielding and resolute.

Suddenly, he lunged forward like a hungry tiger, unabashedly pressing his lips to hers!

His intensity was like a raging inferno, unstoppable and engulfing.

Liu Lele was stunned by the suddenness, unable even to resist.

Her slender hands hung limply by her sides, her body like a collapsing frame, completely limp.

She clung softly to Li Chao’s solid chest like a wisp of cotton.

They kissed with abandon for four or five minutes.

When their lips finally parted, a teasing silver thread lingered between them, like dry wood meeting flame—scorching and intoxicating.

Liu Lele’s hair spilled down like a waterfall, drifting freely in the water like enchanting seaweed.

Her rosy lips parted slightly, still savoring the passionate kiss.

Surrounded by the mist, she looked irresistibly alluring, like a fairy stepping out of a painting, yet tinged with worldly desire.

Unable to restrain his desire, Li Chao’s eyes blazed as he pressed down on her.

His movements were urgent and fierce, as if to merge her into his very being, never to part.

He reveled in the softness and beauty of her form, as though in a heavenly paradise where all troubles vanished.

Liu Lele closed her eyes, her voice soft and seductive.

“Xiao Chao, love me.”

Her words were gentle, full of allure and longing.

They seemed to echo from the depths of her soul in the silent space.

Having spoken these words, she opened her heart completely, waiting for Li Chao’s next move without reservation.

Li Chao nodded solemnly, as if making a sacred vow.

Then…

The water churned violently, waves rolling one after another, crashing against the edges.

The once calm hot spring roared with tumult, water splashing everywhere.

It was as if a fierce storm had erupted in this small space, stirring giant waves.

Liu Lele lay in the water, utterly limp, her body soft and breathless.

Her hurried breathing was distinctly audible in the quiet.

The blush on her face had yet to fade, like the beautiful glow of sunset.

An indescribable atmosphere of intimacy filled the air, as if they were trapped in a dream.

“Too bad we’re in the water, or we could have left some memories,” Li Chao said regretfully, yet his voice was full of satisfaction and anticipation.

A mischievous smile played on his lips.

Liu Lele gently punched him.

“You weirdo, where do you get these strange ideas?”

She gave him a coquettish glare, though her face was radiant with happiness.