Pet Romance

Shen Qian couldn’t understand why You Ran suddenly brought her to the honeymoon suite, only feeling that the room was filled with an awkward atmosphere and her irregular heartbeat. She looked up at You Ran, who was half-reclining on the sofa, smiling at her, looking as if this was perfectly normal. “Mr. You, why did you bring me to the honeymoon suite? Don’t you find it awkward?” You Ran chuckled, “Is it so strange?” “Of course, we… we’re not… It’s not good to give people the wrong impression.” Shen Qian couldn’t help but glance at the layers of condoms on the nightstand, her face starting to burn. Seeing Shen Qian’s shy and embarrassed look, You Ran found it amusing, “This is a new honeymoon package by the Sunshine International Hotel; stay for a week, and you get a luxury sports car rental for free. My grandfather told me to try it out. I couldn’t find a companion, so I chose you.” Shen Qian’s eyes widened in surprise. You Ran laughed again, “This hotel was given to me by my grandfather on my twentieth birthday. I haven’t been here for years; it’s changed so much, hasn’t it, Qianqian?” “Uh, I’ve never been here, how would I know?” Shen Qian avoided You Ran’s gaze, her face flushing again. You Ran could only smile, his once bright eyes dimming, looking somewhat dull. He suddenly stood up, took a women’s bathrobe from the closet, and handed it to Shen Qian, “Go take a shower; you’re all sweaty after coming all this way.” Indeed, although it wasn’t as hot as during the beginning of summer, the temperature was enough to make one sweat, sticky and uncomfortable. Shen Qian thought for a moment, then nodded, thinking a shower might refresh her. However… she still felt a bit embarrassed. At home, they might bump into each other, but at least after the shower, she would return to her own space. Now, with You Ran standing there, his towel barely hanging on, water dripping from his hair, his defined chest still damp from the bath, his attractive inverted triangle body swaying before her, Shen Qian felt a bit dizzy. Men after a bath could indeed be nosebleed-inducing. Sinful, she shouldn’t be observing so closely. You Ran didn’t mind Shen Qian’s detailed inspection at all; instead, he smiled at her, “If you don’t go take a shower, I might just drop this towel, and you can look even closer. Hmm?” Shen Qian was shocked, quickly dashed into the bathroom, and closed the door, breathing heavily. Outside, You Ran’s face immediately wore a wry smile; the tables had turned. Once, a woman had used this trick to scare him. If he had remained unfazed, he doubted that woman would have dared to undress in front of him, but alas, time cannot be reversed. Draping a shirt over himself, You Ran walked to the balcony, resting his hands on the railing, his gaze sweeping… The sea stretched endlessly before him, with a few people scattered on the beach, sunbathing. The bright sun shone, its piercing light making his eyes ache. Since regaining his sight, he found it hard to accept the sunlight, perhaps having grown accustomed to darkness. Over the years, his world had only three things: darkness, his guide dog Qianqian, and memories deep in his bones. If she hadn’t appeared, he thought he would have remained in his darkness, never to emerge. “Mr. You?” Shen Qian, having taken a quick shower, came out, hands clutching her towel, wrapped in a tight bathrobe, tentatively calling out to You Ran, who was facing away from her. She had just come out and, not seeing You Ran, looked around until she spotted him on the balcony. His tall figure stood alone under the bright sun, and despite the radiance, Shen Qian sensed an untouchable loneliness emanating from him.
You Ran suddenly turned his head and saw Shen Qian with her wet hair hanging loose, her body wrapped tightly in a bathrobe, and an expression that was both shy and wary, which made him couldn’t help but smile. He walked towards Shen Qian and pointed at her head, which was still dripping with water, “You should dry it.” Shen Qian quickly started wiping her hair with the towel in her hand, but as soon as she raised her arm, she felt as if the bathrobe might come loose, making her very uncomfortable. She could only lower her head and dab at the ends of her hair. Seeing her “struggle,” You Ran couldn’t help but laugh, took the towel from her, and began to dry her hair for her. Shen Qian protested, “Mr. You, I can do it myself, no need to trouble you.” “Just be quiet,” he said, and Shen Qian obediently shut her mouth. You Ran gently dried her hair and then went all out, pulling out a hairdryer from the drawer to dry her hair for her. His fingers ran through her strands, and despite Shen Qian’s hair being somewhat yellowish, it was well-maintained with very little split ends or breakage. As he dried her hair, You Ran couldn’t help but recall the time when she also dried his hair, chattering away, “Honey, your hair is so black, I want hair like yours, mine is too yellow.” “I’m all yours.” “Mm-hmm!” She kissed his forehead and then rested her head on his shoulder, wrapping her arms around his waist from behind, “Honey, everything on you is mine. Don’t lend anything out without my permission.” “Okay,” he replied with a doting smile. “That includes your little JJ, don’t use it without permission!” “Qianqian…” he was both amused and exasperated. “Hmm?” she raised her voice in a threatening tone. “Alright, it’s only for you to use.” He sounded utterly wronged. “Hehe,” she was satisfied and kissed him. The hairdryer’s sound continued, You Ran felt her hair was nearly dry and turned it off, placing it on the bedside table. Shen Qian touched her hair, feeling it was still slightly damp but pleasant to the touch. Just as she was about to thank him, You Ran suddenly leaned over from behind, hugged her, and murmured somewhat uncontrollably, “Qianqian.” Shen Qian stiffened immediately, feeling the heat from his body enveloping her, making her feel like she was on fire, her face flushing. “You…” she started, but then he said something that felt like a bucket of cold water over her fiery body. “Miss Shen’s waist is two feet?” “…” She was clearly only one foot nine… (ㄒoㄒ)/~~*** They checked out of the Sunshine International Hotel at around 11 AM. This honeymoon suite package was indeed lavish; they were provided with an Aston Martin for free for a week? Shen Qian sat in the car and praised the hotel, “This package is really worth it. They’ve prepared such a cool car just for honeymoon couples.” “It’s 80,000 for a week, those who can afford to stay here are used to such cars.” You Ran started driving onto the highway. Seeing his skilled driving, Shen Qian couldn’t help but ask, “How many years have you been driving?” Since starting her job, Shen Qian had been learning to drive, each time borrowing Li Meili’s car, always cautiously watching out for any bumps, even though Li Meili, who had been driving for almost three or four years, wasn’t as relaxed as You Ran. “I could drive since I was thirteen.” “That early?” Shen Qian felt like she wanted to cry; she only started learning at twenty-four, a whole decade later. “My grandfather gave me a sports car when I was fifteen, but I prefer cycling.” You Ran first smiled, but soon his gaze wandered, and he fell silent. When a man suddenly goes quiet, it’s usually because he’s thinking of something unpleasant. Shen Qian was tactful and didn’t speak further. They drove in silence. You Ran didn’t take her to a familiar commercial area but to a bustling suburban spot she had never visited. He didn’t bring her to a large shopping mall but to an upscale boutique specializing in women’s fashion clothing. The store was large, about 300 square meters, located at the intersection of two roads. Inside, there were numerous styles that dazzled Shen Qian. A female sales assistant in a formal black business suit approached politely, “May I help you with anything, madam?” Madam? Shen Qian’s lips twitched; did she look that old? At this moment, You Ran asked, “Where’s your boss?” “Our boss is at a fashion show today.” “When will she be back?” “May I ask if you are Mr. You?” “Yes.” “Ah, Mr. You, our boss has instructed that if you come, she would return immediately. Please wait a moment.” The sales assistant bowed and returned to the counter to make a call, “Boss, Mr. You has arrived.” Shen Qian was puzzled; was You Ran here to pick out clothes or to catch up with an old friend? While she was still figuring it out, You Ran stood up, walked over to a white double-layered dress with a V-neck and floral embroidery, picked it up, and felt the fabric, then smiled at Shen Qian, “Qianqian, this would look good on you.” Again with the Qianqian… To be honest, Mr. You’s hot and cold attitude was hard for her to handle. Left with no choice, Shen Qian tried on the dress. When she came out, You Ran’s smile was bewitching. Shen Qian knew it was inappropriate to describe a man as bewitching, but that was the only way to describe how his clear smile rippled through her heart like waves, making her lose her bearings. While they were gazing at each other, a woman hurried in through the door, with short, neat hair, a dark suit, and tight, low-rise pants that gave off a unisex vibe with a touch of feminine grace. “Brother-in-law!” The woman seemed very excited, almost jumping. Shen Qian was startled, only to see a faint morning glow of a smile on You Ran’s face, perfectly timed. “Sis…” The woman looked at Shen Qian as if she had seen a ghost, her eyes welling up with tears…