Huh? Are villainous bosses this easy to flirt with?

Chapter 201 A Playful Indulgence

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The two lingered in the bathroom for nearly half an hour before coming out. Huo Yunting carried Xie Qing to the edge of the bed and carefully applied ointment to the red and swollen areas on his body, gently rubbing it in circles with his fingertips.

When the cream was applied to the sensitive area on her lower back, Xie Qing couldn't help but flinch a few times. "Is it done yet...it's so itchy..."

"Don't move gently, it'll be done soon."

Once the last red mark was covered with ointment, the two changed into comfortable loungewear and went to the dining room.

Breakfast consisted of simple hot milk and egg custard, along with fragrant shrimp porridge cooked by Aunt Lan.

After Xie Qing finished eating what was in front of him, he sipped the still-hot milk, and accidentally got some milk stains on his lips. Huo Yunting naturally reached out and wiped them away for him.

This intimate touch is like a habit etched into our DNA.

Perhaps it was because we stayed up too late last night, or perhaps the underfloor heating in the room made us drowsy.

Not long after Xie Qing finished breakfast and took her medicine, she felt sleepy—she curled up on the large sofa like a small animal, with a soft cushion just right under her neck, and in a short while, her breathing became long and even.

When Xie Qing woke up again, the living room had turned into a study, and the sofa beneath her had become a warm chest—something Xie Qing was already used to.

Huo Yunting was extremely fond of his lover's scent; the fragrance of the shower gel mixed with her body heat was like the most addictive drug.

Whenever he had the chance, he would pull her into his arms, rest his chin on her neck, and take a deep breath.

He had long been used to Huo Yunting's almost obsessive clinginess, and would even adjust his position to make it more comfortable for Huo Yunting to hold him.

At this moment, Xie Qing sat sideways on Huo Yunting's lap, her back pressed against his strong chest, her whole body encircled in his arms.

Leaning her head back on the other person's shoulder, she yawned lazily, "Tingting, how long have I been asleep?"

Huo Yunting wrapped one arm around his waist, while using the other hand to scroll through documents on the tablet. "An hour and a half."

Xie Qing nodded, took out her phone and was about to play a game when Huo Yunting's voice came from above her head: "By the way, Qingqing."

The man lowered his deep eyes to look at the person in his arms. "While you were asleep, Qi Xian called and invited us to go out to a hot spring resort hotel. Would you like to go?"

After staying at home for two days, Xie Qingxin thought it was really time to go out and get some fresh air.

"Go ahead, a change of scenery seems like a good idea."

"Then let's go over tonight. It's still early, and Qingqing can get some more sleep."

Xie Qing stretched, her fair waistline faintly visible through the hem of her clothes. "I can't sleep now, I'll sleep tonight."

After saying that, he started playing Candy Crush to pass the time.

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As night fell, the two had dinner and set off from Yunlan.

The black Cullinan drove smoothly along the winding mountain road and arrived at this hidden paradise at the foot of the snow-capped mountains at 8:30 sharp.

It's less of a hotel and more of a meticulously crafted estate—instead of traditional high-rise buildings, it features rows of charming European-style villas.

At this moment, the entire manor was bathed in warm yellow light, and the outline of the distant snow-capped mountains was faintly visible, shimmering under the moonlight.

"If the weather is good during the day, you can see the entire snow-capped mountain."

As soon as they got out of the car, Huo Yunting helped Xie Qing adjust his scarf, his warm hand gently stroking Xie's slightly cool cheek. "It's too late now."

Xie chuckled, "Anyway, I'll be staying here for several days, so I'll see it eventually."

Their villa, nestled in the most secluded corner of the estate, was one of the few top-tier suites boasting unparalleled views. The entire building featured a Scandinavian design, with enormous floor-to-ceiling windows seamlessly blending the interior and exterior scenery. The terrace extended outwards, seemingly suspended before the snow-capped mountains, forming a natural, giant picture frame.

The villa's private butler respectfully led the way, while a waiter carrying luggage followed at the end of the procession.

The villa's smart system sensed the arrival of guests and automatically adjusted to the most comfortable temperature. The flames in the fireplace began to flicker, casting swaying light and shadow on the living room walls.

After the waiter put down the luggage, he left, while the butler led the guests on a tour of the room, quietly introducing the various facilities in a voice that would not disturb the guests.

The electric curtains of the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows silently slid open to both sides, slowly retreating like a stage curtain, gently bringing the snow-capped mountain night view under the starry sky into the room.

The butler's introduction concluded aptly at this moment, with a slight bow and a clear voice, "Mr. Huo, it's getting late. Would you like me to instruct the kitchen to prepare some late-night snacks?"

Huo Yunting's gaze swept over Xie Qing's back on the terrace, and after a moment's thought, he said, "Just prepare some snacks and fruits, nothing else is needed."

The butler nodded knowingly and left.

On the terrace, Xie Qing heard a noise behind him and turned around. The night breeze ruffled the stray hairs on his forehead. "Didn't you eat enough for dinner?"

Huo Yunting walked to his side and naturally straightened his collar, which had been blown open by the wind. "You've eaten your fill, but Qingqing hasn't taken her medicine yet."

Xie Qing paused for a moment, then chuckled knowingly, "It's only been a little over an hour since I finished dinner, how could it be digested so quickly?"

"Eating something is better than not eating at all; taking medicine on an empty stomach can damage your stomach."

Huo Yunting said, looking intently at Xie Qing, "The kitchen needs some time to prepare the desserts, let's go soak in the hot springs."

"Wait--"

Before Xie Qing could respond, she was half-hugging and half-carrying him to change her clothes.

A moment later, the two arrived at the hot spring area in the backyard of the villa.

Under the soft moonlight, the hot spring pool, which can accommodate more than a dozen people, is filled with wisps of steam, carrying a faint smell of sulfur and the fragrance of pine.

Huo Yunting stepped into the pool first, and the warm water immediately flowed over his strong waist. He turned around and reached out to Xie Qing, and water droplets slowly slid down the lines of his muscles.

"Qingqing, come here quickly."

Xie Qing stepped into the pool, and the warm spring water gradually washed over his slender waist.

He sighed comfortably and lay lazily on the marble countertop by the pool, his fair back partially visible in the water.

The heat of the hot spring penetrates every inch of your skin just right, as if even the weariness deep in your bones is gently melted and released.

Huo Yunting moved closer from behind and wrapped his arms around Xie Qing's waist. "Is it comfortable?"

"Um……"

Xie Qing's eyes were half-closed, and her voice was full of satisfaction.

Huo Yunting chuckled softly, his warm palms gently massaging Xie Qing's lower back underwater.

The outlines of the distant snow-capped mountains appeared and disappeared in the night, and the steam from the hot spring rose between the two of them, infinitely prolonging the tender moment.

"Qingqing, the snacks should be ready."

Huo Yunting's massage gradually took on a different meaning, his slender fingers shifting from a proper kneading to an ambiguous wandering. "However, I think perhaps we can eat later."

Xie Qing's breathing became erratic. She turned around and stroked her lover's face, saying, "Just don't go too far."

It's less of a warning and more of a show of indulgence through feigned reluctance.