Chapter 457 - 299: You Guys Play This Big!?
"Of course, I meant what I said," Ningning said lightly. "Just come on over, Chen."
Hearing Jiangg Ning’s words, Chen Yuan instantly defected. He had been on Yaoyao’s side of the bed for less than a minute—not even long enough to get warm—but the temptation of Ningning in an unbelievably seductive maid outfit was so great, it was simply irresistible.
Because Jiangg Ning was very reserved at heart, the two of them hadn’t been very intimate yet. Compared to his relationship with Yaoyao, to call their progress ’slow’ would be an understatement; they were lagging far, far behind.
He and Jiangg Yao would kiss and cuddle, or even go a bit further, and the two had gradually grown accustomed to this dynamic. But Ningning rarely offered such ’benefits.’
It gave off a vibe of ’passion tempered by propriety.’
And what is rare is all the more precious.
When comparing what one already has to what one has yet to attain, it goes without saying which holds the greater temptation.
Who could possibly refuse Jiangg Ning in a maid outfit, kneeling on the floor and calling him ’Young Master’? The very image was enough to make his blood race.
The dignified and the risqué—now that was an exquisite contrast.
Jiangg Ning’s promise was, in truth, rather impulsive. She had no idea Yaoyao was playing for such high stakes; this level of boldness was far beyond her own comfort zone.
Seeing the two of them being so intimate under the covers just now had made Ningning see red. Moreover, the past few days had been a critical time in the sisters’ competition to win points with him, and she was naturally unwilling to be outdone by her younger sister. Especially after her trip to Mingzhu City; upon her return, she found she was somehow no longer able to win out over her sister when it came to Chen Yuan.
This had never happened before, and it left Jiangg Ning feeling a sharp sense of disappointment.
’If Jiangg Yao can do it, why can’t I? I’ve been ahead of my sister in everything since kindergarten!’
It was this thought that gave Jiangg Ning the courage to make such a promise so easily.
Just then, Chen Yuan slipped into her side of the bed. His warm hand unconsciously sought out hers, and then he pulled her into his embrace. The physical contact, the instantaneous warmth, caused a wondrous feeling to bloom in both their hearts.
Her long hair was splayed across the pillow like flowers blooming in the darkness. As Chen Yuan lay down beside her, he felt a tickle on his ear. He reached up to brush it away, realizing that if he moved just a little closer, the tip of his nose would touch her delicate cheek.
Their fingers intertwined as Chen Yuan’s arm wrapped around her waist.
Jiangg Ning suddenly felt her body grow hot. As her cheeks flushed crimson, an indescribable pleasure welled up in her heart—the taste of victory.
A subtle smile played on her lips as she looked toward Jiangg Yao, her narrowed eyes dripping with mockery. The two women’s gazes met, and the flames of their sharp-edged rivalry ignited once more.
Jiangg Ning savored the sight of her sister gritting her teeth in frustration, finding it utterly delightful.
"Young Master, you’re leaving just like that?" Yaoyao asked, her voice laced with indignation.
"It’s cold now, and there’s such a big temperature difference between day and night. I just figured I should get under a thicker blanket, Yaoyao. It’s really not for any other reason. Be a good girl and go to sleep, okay? Good night."
"Good night, my ass!" Yaoyao shot back, kicking him in the rear.
Her furious kick packed a real punch, making Chen Yuan yelp in pain. Knowing he was in the wrong, he could only cling to the gentle Ningning for comfort.
Jiangg Ning patted his head, comforting him and telling him not to be angry and to just go to sleep.
Chen Yuan immediately began cooing things like, "See? Ningning is the best," which was enough to make Jiangg Yao fume all over again.
「In the dim room.」
This time, it was the other side of the bed’s turn to emanate intimate whispers, and every delicate giggle that reached Yaoyao’s ears felt like sheer torture.
That supposedly honest-looking Chen Yuan... If he had just gone to sleep, she could have let it go. But moments later, he and Ningning actually started discussing her stomach.
She pricked up her ears and listened warily.
The gist of it was Chen Yuan commenting on how slim Ningning’s waist was, without a trace of fat. He said it even felt toned and defined to the touch. Ningning clarified that it wasn’t muscle, but her ’ab lines,’ which were noticeable when she lay flat because she practiced so much yoga.
Jiangg Yao subconsciously reached down to touch her own stomach...
All she felt was a pudgy tummy. Of the few extra pounds she had on her sister, she was sure most of them were right here on her belly!
Could there be any greater suffering in this world?
Jiangg Yao was instantly grief-stricken, overcome with the urge to clutch her head and sob. In the deep of the night, who would hear the pitiful wails of a twenty-six-year-old, baby-faced beauty?
Wait a second...
Jiangg Yao suddenly snapped to her senses.
’Why would my sister be willing to go so far?’ she thought. ’Based on what I know about Jiangg Ning, forget a maid outfit, she wouldn’t wear anything seductive even in front of Chen Yuan. When she goes out, she’s always bundled up like a polar bear, constantly in high-necked sweaters or floral dresses that go all the way to her ankles.’
’She’s extremely conservative at heart.’
’This was also a key reason why Jiangg Ning had been so unwavering in her choice of Chen Yuan.’
’Once she chose to love someone, she would forever protect that faithful, unswerving relationship. She’d think any price was worth paying, not because of how good Chen Yuan would be to her, but because she had to live up to her own choice.’
’I bet that after a few intimate moments with Chen Yuan, Ningning had second thoughts and deliberately slowed down the rapid progression of their relationship. After all, what is easily gotten is not cherished.’
Jiangg Yao knew her sister’s personality best. Sometimes, the two sisters understood each other even better than they understood themselves.
In just a few short moments, a host of theories had formed in Jiangg Yao’s mind. She thought for a bit, then a cunning glint suddenly flashed in her eyes.
Cutting through the intimate atmosphere, Jiangg Yao’s voice drifted out. "Sis, you made a promise to the Young Master, so don’t you go regretting it. I’m just looking out for you... I’d advise you not to go through with it."
