Ten minutes.
A full ten minutes had passed and Yuxuan still hadn't stopped.At first, it had been hesitant—uncertain, almost clumsy. But somewhere along the way, that hesitation had disappeared. What replaced it wasn't skill exactly…
It was persistence. Raw. Focused. Almost stubborn.His lips remained on Nuan's, moving slowly, repeatedly, as if he had discovered something he didn't want to let go of. There was no rhythm, no practiced finesse—but there was something else.
Hunger. Not reckless. Not aggressive but it's undeniable.Nuan's fingers curled slightly against his shoulders, her body stiff at first… then gradually losing that rigidity as the seconds stretched on.Her breathing changed.Uneven.Shallow.
"…Yuxuan…"
Her voice barely came out.He didn't respond.Didn't pull away didn't even pause.
It was like he hadn't heard her at all or worse Like he didn't want to.His hand tightened slightly at her waist, holding her in place, as if afraid she might slip away the moment he loosened his grip.Heat built between them.Not just from closeness—but from effort.
A thin layer of sweat had already formed along his neck, slowly sliding downward. His shirt clung faintly to his back, damp from the intensity of the moment and still—
He didn't stop.Nuan's eyes widened slightly.
Is he seriously not going to stop on his own…?.Her heartbeat was getting faster.
Too fast.
There was something overwhelming about this—something she hadn't expected when she started teasing him earlier.This wasn't playful anymore.It was… consuming.
Her hands pressed against his chest and this time—
She pushed." That's enough ".The words came out sharper than she intended.Yuxuan finally stopped but only just.His lips hovered a fraction away from hers, his breath uneven, warm against her skin.His eyes were slightly unfocused—like he had been pulled out of something deep.Nuan quickly turned her face away, creating distance.
"Let go,"she added, trying to steady her voice.Your behavior makes it obvious this is your first time… you're pouncing on me like a wild wolf.There was a brief silence.Then a quiet breath.Followed by a low voice.
"…A wild wolf?"
Yuxuan repeated it like he was tasting the words.His gaze sharpened.Slowly—very slowly—his expression shifted.But Nuan,he said, his voice no longer flustered, no longer unsure," don't forget…"
He stepped closer again."You're the one who woke it up".Her eyes flickered."I tried to hold back,"he continued, calm but firm. "You were the one pushing."
Another step.Now there was barely any distance again.So don't stop me now.
Before she could react he leaned in again.
But this time Nuan raised her hand and placed it firmly against his chest.
"No."
The word landed solidly no hesitation no softness.Yuxuan stopped.For real this time.
She met his gaze directly.I have stopped you,she said.Now tell me—what are you going to do?
There was a challenge in her tone a test.
For a moment, Yuxuan didn't answer.His chest rose slowly as he took a breath.
Then exhaled his shoulders relaxed slightly.
And just like that—
The tension snapped.Not gone.But… controlled.Nuan stepped back, creating space again, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear.And another thing,she added, wrinkling her nose slightly,you're drenched in sweat. Go take a shower.
That broke the moment completely.Yuxuan blinked.Then glanced down at himself.He lifted his shirt slightly and sniffed.a second later—
"…Yeah," he admitted.
He let out a short breath,almost amused.
I can smell it too.Then he looked back at her.But this time there was a different kind of look in his eyes it's less impulsive more deliberate." But promise me something first."
Nuan frowned. "What?"
After I shower…,he said slowly,you'll let me kiss you again.Her eyes narrowed immediately. " No."
Direct.
Blunt. " No promises."
She crossed her arms.If you don't go take a shower, I'm leaving. I'm not dealing with this.There was no teasing in her tone this time only clarity.Yuxuan studied her for a moment.Then nodded once.
"…Fine."
Without another word, he turned and walked toward the bathroom .The sound of running water filled the apartment.And just like that everything became quiet.
Too quiet.
Nuan stood there for a few seconds, unmoving.Then finally exhaled.What was that?.She pressed her fingers lightly against her lips they still felt warm.
Sensitive.
Her gaze drifted toward the bathroom door.
He really… lost control back there.She walked to the table, slowly starting to arrange the dishes.But her thoughts didn't settle.He knew what he was doing.
Plate.
Spoon.
Glass.
Everything went into place mechanically.
He just didn't show it before.She paused mid-motion.Her brows furrowed slightly.
Or… he was waiting.The realization came quietly.But it hit harder than she expected.
Waiting for me.Her lips pressed together.
"…Tch."
She shook her head slightly.Don't overthink it,she muttered to herself.Then raised her voice.Hey! Are you done yet? Who takes this long to shower?
From inside— " Yeah! I'm done!"
A short pause.
Then— " Nuan… can you do me a favor?"
Her eyes narrowed immediately.
"What?"
" Bring me a T-shirt and pants from the wardrobe."
She froze then slowly smirked.So that's the plan.Her tone turned flat.I'm not coming in there. Get them yourself.
" But Nuan—"
You have a towel. That's enough. I'm not coming.She sat down and picked up her phone, pretending to scroll.
One minute passed.
Then movement.Subtle.Approaching.
Nuan didn't look up immediately but something felt… off.She frowned slightly.
Then lifted her gaze and froze.Yuxuan stood in front of her.A towel wrapped low around his waist.Water still clinging to his skin.
Droplets trailing down slowly.For a second
Her brain stopped working.She just stared.
Yuxuan tilted his head slightly." What?"he said casually.Do I look that strange?
Nuan snapped out of it instantly.
"You—!"
She looked away immediately, face heating up again.You look fine, but that towel is going to fall any second! And why are you standing here like that?!.Her voice rose in frustration.Go wear something properly!.
Yuxuan didn't move.
"Why?"he asked calmly.You'll just take it off again later anyway.
Her brain short-circuited for a second.What kind of logic is that?!
" I'm helping you,"he said seriously."That's not helping!"
She stood up abruptly.I'm going home. Drop me off.That made him pause.His expression shifted slightly. " Why?"he asked.
"Just… go."
Did I do something wrong?.
She didn't answer.He stepped closer.Was it the kiss?he pressed.Did you not like it? Or was it too much?
Still no answer. " Nuan".His voice lowered.
" Talk to me."
She clenched her jaw.Just eat,she said sharply.And stop asking questions.
Silence.
Then— " …Fine."
His tone softened.If you don't want anything else… we won't do anything.
A pause. " Just give me one kiss."
She blinked. " What?"
"One,"he repeated." Then I'll eat."
There was no teasing this time no pressure.
Just a simple request.After a few seconds—
Nuan leaned forward and lightly pressed her lips to his cheek quick it's soft.Barely there but enough.Yuxuan didn't say anything.
He just sat down and started eating quietly.Like nothing had happened.
Nuan watched him.Her expression slowly changed.I knew it a faint smile appeared.
He was waiting.She leaned back slightly.
If I didn't allow it… he wouldn't go further.
A quiet laugh escaped her.Yuxuan looked up. " What?"
" Nothing,"she said." Just thinking how funny this is."
He frowned slightly.
" You act like a strict boss,"she continued. But right now… you look like a kid.Her eyes sparkled slightly.Honestly… I feel like sending this to the group chat. Let everyone see that behind this 'roaring lion'… there's actually a sweet, innocent child.
He blinked then— " If you want,"he said quietly, you can show people.
She raised an eyebrow " Really?"
"Yeah."
A small pause.Just don't show my body.
He looked down slightly." That's only for you."
Nuan froze.Then shook her head.You're unbelievable.She leaned forward slightly.
A while ago, you felt completely different.
Yuxuan looked up. " What do you mean?"
Before she could answer—
Ding dong.
Both of them froze.
Nuan stood up." I'll check."
She walked toward the door opened the camera.Looked.
Then—
Her expression changed.
"Yuxuan,"she called."Come here."
He walked over looked at the screen and froze." Why is she here?"
Nuan turned to him, eyes filled with curiosity. " Who is it?"