Chapter 13 - The Preserve (Rev.)

After leaving the house, Xun Wei gently guided Huang Jin into the car and watched him fasten his seatbelt. A mischievous glint sparkled in Xun Wei's eyes as he leaned in to surprise Huang Jin with a sudden kiss. Huang Jin blinked in surprise but willingly accepted the intimate gesture, opening his mouth to meet Xun Wei's lips. They kissed passionately, leaving a shimmering connection between them as they briefly separated.

Xun Wei couldn't help but feel grateful for his quick thinking when dealing with Su Lin's manipulative actions. The encounter only reinforced his determination to protect Huang Jin from any harm and cherish their love-filled moments together. As they drove away, their affection for each other shone brightly, basking in the warmth of their love.

"Are you okay?" Xun Wei asked, concerned about Huang Jin's well-being after the encounter with Su Lin.

Huang Jin simply raised his eyebrows in response and hummed, seemingly at ease. He leaned comfortably against Xun Wei, closing his eyes in relaxation. It was a rare sight to see him in such a vulnerable state.

Taking a tender moment, Xun Wei gently caressed Huang Jin's hair and placed a loving kiss on his head. Then, he inquired about the situation, asking what would happen next.

Xun Wei calmly responded, "Her sister will handle the situation; we don't need to intervene. Su Fan is a decisive person, and she will take the appropriate actions."

Huang Jin felt reassured by Xun Wei's response.

Xun Wei continued to provide comfort and support, cherishing the special bond they shared. As they continued their journey together, their love and trust in each other deepened even further.

"You don't have to worry; no matter what challenges or threats come our way, I will always be here to protect you," Xun Wei reassured Huang Jin, holding his hands tenderly and placing them on his temple. Huang Jin followed his lead, closing his eyes in contentment.

As Huang Jin gently massaged Xun Wei's temple, Xun Wei hummed in response, feeling the soothing touch. He urged Huang Jin to apply a little more pressure, and Huang Jin complied, adjusting his grip to provide additional comfort.

As Huang Jin continued to massage Xun Wei's temple softly, he occasionally asked if Xun Wei was feeling better. At first, Xun Wei would nod in response, but as time passed, his answers became less and less audible. Eventually, Xun Wei stopped responding to Huang Jin altogether, indicating that he had fully relaxed under Huang Jin's gentle touch.

Huang Jin noticed this change in Xun Wei's response and took advantage of a red light during their drive. He promptly requested the driver to make a detour to a nearby hotel, not far from the preserve. Sensing that Xun Wei needed some rest and privacy, Huang Jin decided to take him to the hotel to recharge and spend some quiet time together.

The driver, Wang Li, introduced himself and happily acknowledged Huang Jin's request as he drove the car calmly and smoothly.

Inside the car, Huang Jin was smiling, gently caressing Xun Wei's cheek with one hand and tracing his face with the other, from his eyebrows to his nose and lips. He repeated the affectionate touch, chuckling softly at Xun Wei's peaceful state.

When they arrived at the hotel, it was already late in the afternoon. Huang Jin, feeling a bit tired, asked Wang Li to book two rooms immediately. After a while, Xun Wei stirred awake, roused by the cool breeze in the car.

Huang Jin smiled and guided Xun Wei to their room, encouraging him to rest so they could continue exploring the preserve the next morning.

Inside the room, Huang Jin settled on the sofa, immediately grabbing a bottle of water and taking a couple of sips. He shivered slightly, and goosebumps appeared on his skin. Xun Wei followed him inside.

Once they were in the room, Xun Wei pointed the remote control to the TV while Huang Jin climbed onto the sofa and leaned against Xun Wei's chest. He held the remote control in his hand while comfortably resting against Xun Wei.

Huang Jin playfully wiped his lips and laughed, teasingly moving his hips in a seductive manner. His jacket slightly rode up, revealing some skin, as he posed alluringly. The intimate atmosphere between them was filled with affection and a touch of playfulness.

Xun Wei raised an eyebrow and tenderly traced his fingers along Huang Jin's warm back, sensing the delicate and cold waist. Huang Jin visibly relaxed in his embrace.

"Did you do this on purpose?" Xun Wei's voice was soft as he continued to caress Huang Jin's face gently, giving him a sense of comfort and contentment.

Huang Jin squirmed playfully, unable to resist Xun Wei's teasing, and finally gave in when Xun Wei pulled him closer.

"It's intentional. Do you want to indulge?" Huang Jin chuckled lightly as he settled on Xun Wei's lap, facing him with his legs apart. Xun Wei gently nipped at Huang Jin's nose and whispered, "Indulge."

"You made the move, so I'll indulge," Xun Wei murmured in response, enjoying the affectionate moment between them.

As morning light filled the room, Huang Jin woke up and admired the beautiful sunrise. He got up and approached Xun Wei, wrapping his arms around him from behind.

"What are you doing?" Huang Jin asked curiously.

"Calling room service. I want to taste their meal, and if it's good, we can order in bulk and store them inside your dimension," Xun Wei explained, glancing at Huang Jin's red and slightly swollen lips.

"Brush your teeth and wash your face," he added with a smile.

As Huang Jin was about to playfully avoid brushing his teeth, he suddenly remembered the intimate moments they shared last night, causing his cheeks to flush with embarrassment. He quickly moved away from Xun Wei's waist and hurriedly entered the bathroom.

Huang Jin rinsed his mouth and hesitated for a moment before deciding to use the disposable toothbrush. After finishing up, he checked his reflection in the mirror, made a "victory sign" gesture, and exited the bathroom with a happy expression.

Huang Jin saw the spread of food, after devouring the delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals on the table, Xun Wei made a decision. He ordered a thousand sets of breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of different meals for each day of the week. The plan was to have them delivered to the warehouse inside the preserve, ensuring they would have a well-stocked food supply for some time.

"We can order again after the construction starts. We won't need to cook anymore. We can travel from city to city and even outside the country, and store the meals inside the dimension."

The weather was good, so they planned to start their day early and explore the cave. Leaving the hotel, they headed straight to the preserve. Huang Jin was busy shopping online, trying to find items in bulk and placing orders, while Xun Wei amused himself by playing with Huang Jin's fingers, as if deciding whether to bite them or not. Huang Jin tried to concentrate on his task, but suddenly, he felt something blunt and wet. He turned his head and saw Xun Wei biting his fingers mischievously. Trying to wiggle away and avoid those playful lips, Huang Jin scolded Xun Wei.

"What are you doing? Biting my fingers?" Huang Jin tried not to laugh at Xun Wei's childishness.

"It looks tasty," Xun Wei said, holding Huang Jin's fingers and playfully toying with them.

Huang Jin chuckled at Xun Wei's playful response, trying to control his laughter. "Well, my fingers are not food, you know. You have plenty of other tasty things to eat." He teased, giving Xun Wei a playful look.

Xun Wei raised an eyebrow and leaned closer to Huang Jin's ear. "Oh? Like what?" He whispered with a mischievous grin, his warm breath tickling Huang Jin's skin.

Upon reaching the gate, Xun Wei instructed Wang Li to stop the car, suggesting they walk the rest of the way to explore the land. They stepped out of the car and beheld the sight of vast forests and grasslands. Near the entrance, they spotted standing warehouses. The sound of water falling and flowing could be heard in the distance, a soothing melody that reminded Huang Jin of the time he ate the fruit and soaked in the lake, allowing him to hear and appreciate the water's tranquil flow.

As they approached the location of the cave, a sense of déjà vu washed over Huang Jin, reminding him of his past life. He noticed a passageway that he initially mistook for a road leading to the cave, but it turned out to be a river that had dried up.

The cave itself was cleverly hidden behind the waterfalls, concealed within a protective barrier. In his previous life, the water had stop flowing, and the cave remained undiscovered.

Huang Jin couldn't help but wonder why the water had ceased to flow, but little did he know that this seemingly unfortunate event would become a blessing in disguise. The discovery of the cave and the retrieval of the multi-colored stone gave him a second chance at life.