Despite the scorching noon heat, Yang Haoran felt as if he were in the bitterly cold winter. His motherโs icy gaze finally cooled his furious mind. He forced an ingratiating smile and said, “Mother, your humble son is just concerned about you. I was afraid you might be deceived by someone. That Xiao Li clearly doesnโt seem like a good person.”
Liu Ruoxiโs sharp phoenix eyes glared at her son. “I think youโre not a good person either!”
Yang Haoran cried out in grievance, “Mother, how can you say that? I am your own flesh and blood. How could I ever not be good to you?”
“Hehโฆ” Liu Ruoxi responded with a cold laugh, her disdainful tone making Yang Haoranโs face burn with shame. He stubbornly defended himself, “Mother, your humble son shows you utmost respect in daily life. Itโs just when we playโฆ”
“Shut up!” Liu Ruoxi interrupted him with a cold snort, her expression stern. “I havenโt settled last nightโs account with you yet. Youโd better watch your mouth and not provoke my anger. Understood?”
Faced with his motherโs warning, Yang Haoran wisely chose compliance this time and nodded obediently. He knew she was referring to the humiliating message he had sent to Aunt Shen yesterday, which the devilish Shen had screenshot and forwarded to his mother.
Seeing her son yield, Liu Ruoxiโs expression softened slightly. “At least youโve shown some improvement,” she remarked.
Between daily life and their tasks, she could not tolerate her son crossing that boundary. The two had to remain separate yet balancedโthis was her bottom line.
Pleased by his motherโs praise, Yang Haoran smiled obsequiously. “Of course, itโs all thanks to Motherโs careful training.”
The word “training” pricked Liu Ruoxiโs sensitive nerves, causing her to frown. “I praise you once, and you immediately become complacent. Do not speak of such matters outside. Walls have earsโremember that.”
His motherโs cautious attitude made Yang Haoran feel ashamed. Compared to her, he was indeed immature. If their secret were discovered by outsiders, it would become a weapon against them.
He silently took the warning to heart and reflected on his earlier angry words. Fortunately, he had enough sense not to shout them aloudโa small mercy.
Just then, Li Dongze entered the cabin carrying a fruit platter. “Ms. Liu, Brother Ran,” he greeted with a smile, “care for some chilled drinks? Itโs hot outsideโthese are freshly squeezed juices.”
The platter held two cold beverages: one lemonade and one grape juice, both with ice.
Li Dongze had not tampered with the drinks. His goal was to gain both wealth and affectionโto have Liu Ruoxiโs heart as well as her body. resorting to underhanded tricks would only land him in prison.
Little did he know that any attempt at mischief would be instantly detected by Liu Ruoxi. The Fallen Angel system not only monitored the playerโs health but also immediately alerted them to any issues with consumed food.
Just as Yang Haoran reached for the lemonade, his mother took it first. Left with no choice, he picked up the grape juice. Watching her full, glossy lips wrapped around the straw, he couldnโt help but envy it. He wondered when she would be willing to give him a blowjobโto let his thick cock slide in and out between her sexy, noble red lips.
Li Dongze also watched with eager eyes. He knew Liu Ruoxi and her husband had been in a long-standing cold war and assumed she lacked a sexual life. Confident in his own exceptional endowment, he believed he could satisfy her if given the chance. Smiling at Liu Ruoxi, he asked, “Ms. Liu, I notice Ms. Shen isnโt with you this time?”
The two were close friends who usually vacationed together. Although the enchanting Shen Qing also stirred his desire, he knew he could only target one of them, and Liu Ruoxi was his primary goal.
This time, Liu Ruoxi did not offer him a pleasant expression. Her tone was cold and detached as she replied, “Inquiring about a clientโs personal affairsโXiao Li, it hasnโt been easy for you to reach this position, has it?”
Her calm words instantly made Li Dongze break out in a cold sweat. He hurriedly apologized with a forced smile. “My apologies, I spoke out of turn. I hope you wonโt take offense.”
He couldnโt understand why Liu Ruoxiโs attitude had shifted so abruptly. Glancing at the beaming Yang Haoran, he found his answer.
That little bratโฆ Li Dongze gritted his teeth inwardly.
“Leave us, Xiao Li. Your presence is no longer required here,” Liu Ruoxi waved him away, her stunning face etched with cold indifference. She seemed like an unattainable flower on a high peak, exuding an aura that kept others at a distance. Li Dongze felt both captivated and intimidated, forcing himself to smile as he retreated from the cabin.
“Satisfied?” Liu Ruoxi glanced at her gleeful son.
Yang Haoran indeed felt much better. He asked his mother, “Mom, was that appropriate? Isnโt he your acquaintance?”
Though he felt pleased watching her treat Li Dongze coldly, he also worried it might affect her negatively.
Hearing his question, Liu Ruoxi burst into laughter. “You believed me just like that?”
“Uhโฆ” Yang Haoran was torn between laughter and tears, realizing heโd been tricked. Yet, his mood had never been more delightful. He even began humming cheerfully:
“Vast horizons are my love~ Under the rolling green mountains, flowers bloom~ What rhythm brings the greatest joy~”
Before he could finish, his mother cut him off, criticizing his singing as unbearable. Dejected, he stifled his “heavenly voice” and suggested they go to the deck for some air. Seeing her sonโs eager expression, Liu Ruoxi dampened his spirits: “The sun is blazing out there. Are you stupid?”
“Ah!” Yang Haoran was disappointed but acknowledged the truth in her words. Just as he began consoling himself, he heard her say, “Letโs go!”
Instantly, Yang Haoran felt as if heโd been lifted from hell straight to heaven. Beaming, he followed closely behind his mother like an overjoyed shadow.
The vast blue sea stretched endlessly, its gentle waves shimmering under theๅจไธฅ gaze of the high sun. The golden light cast a dreamlike veil over the azure waters, glittering and sparkling with each undulating wave.
The warm sea breeze tousled Liu Ruoxiโs long hair, the cascading strands half-concealing her breathtaking beauty. With every flutter of her hair, glimpses of her stunning features emerged like a gradually unveiled veil, compelling one to hold their breath for a fuller view of the painting-like fairy. Finally, her enchanting eyes settled on the little peeping thief, and she smiled. “Stupid?”
“Not stupid!” Yang Haoran grinned like a fool, utterly reveling in this blissful moment with his mother.
It felt like a honeymoon with her, and he desperately wished time would slow down, just a little moreโฆ
The scene was infinitely beautiful, if only time would not rush!
Like lifeโs journey, hold fast to yourๅๅฟ, and may time be gentle!
…
Yet, every journey must end. Joy and sorrow part like the moonโs wax and waneโif only time could flow backward!
Yang Haoran and his mother stepped onto the island. Before them lay a stretch of golden sand and coconut grovesโa pleasing landscape that delighted the senses and refreshed the spirit.
Azure sea, silver sand against a clear sky, coconut breezes caressing the enchanted eyes.
Glittering waves where fish leap, the oceanโs melody whispering with the tides.
Fine, soft sand like silk, gentle waves bringing cool relief.
The setting sun casts golden hues, twilight dyes the sea in boundless beauty.
As beautiful as it was, Yang Haoran remained oblivious to the romance. He looked at his mother puzzled and asked, “Mom, didnโt we come for the hot springs?”
Before Liu Ruoxi could answer, Li Dongze, who had been following them, smiled and said, “Brother Ran, this beach was preserved during development for its scenic beauty. Just a few minutes ahead, and weโll be there.”
Despite his age, he addressed Yang Haoran as “Brother Ran” with natural ease, as if it were the most็ๆๅบๅฝ thing. Yang Haoran sometimes had to admire hisๅ่ธ็ฎ.
After a brief exchange, Li Dongze led the mother and son through the coconut grove. Their่ง้ suddenly opened up to a sprawling complex of elegant modern buildings at the islandโs center, stretching in all directions. Tourists could be seen flowing like water throughout the area.