Chapter 167 - 163: The Way to Start a Happy Day

Chapter 167: Chapter 163: The Way to Start a Happy Day

Ning Xiangwu nodded and began his daily training. Spurred by recent provocations, his skills had been improving rapidly. Speed climbing was already his strong suit, so he had to score high in this event.

While he practiced diligently, Su Yunzhou finally made his move. He reached out, his fingers gripping the holds, and climbed upward with a steady rhythm. However, his speed was bafflingly slow. He would climb a few steps, pause to think, and then continue. This repetitive cycle left the onlookers completely confused.

Yan Peisheng didn’t rush him. He merely observed silently from nearby, his smile growing brighter.

And even more annoying.

Just like that, Su Yunzhou trained "diligently and seriously" until three in the afternoon. He took a shower, changed into clean clothes, and headed to the parking lot accompanied by Yan Peisheng.

And then...

There was no "then".

He just left!

The athletes at the climbing center were dumbfounded. Finally, a bold one approached Yan Peisheng, whose temper had noticeably improved recently, to ask what was going on.

Coach Yan only offered an even more inexplicable reply.

"It’s normal that you don’t understand this kind of secret training," he said.

"Stop snooping around. Focus on your own practice and strive for good results in the competition.

"Hahaha!"

Then, Yan Peisheng burst into inexplicable laughter, leaving the athletes scratching their heads in absolute bewilderment.

At 4:15 PM.

Celestial Paradise Greenway gathering point.

Su Yunzhou arrived at the gathering point riding his low-key yet luxurious road bike. Xia Wanqing sent a message saying she would be a few minutes late. He strolled around the area. Since cycling had become a popular new leisure activity, many supporting facilities had sprung up along the greenway. These were mainly food and beverage stalls, as well as transport and bike rental services.

A few minutes later, a beautiful figure appeared nearby. Backlit by the sun, Xia Wanqing approached in a pure white cycling suit, her high ponytail swaying in the wind. She wore earphones and carried a backpack, her striking curves causing nearby male cyclists to frequently steal glances.

"Wow, that woman is gorgeous!"

"Her aura is absolutely stunning!"

"Man, I wish I were a bike right now so she could ride me."

"Uh... bro... you’re hardcore for that one!"

Su Yunzhou waved his hand, admiring the beauty before him. She perfectly embodied the alluring "anime housewife" vibe.

Xia Wanqing stopped beside him, her eyes smiling. "Sorry, I’m late!"

"I was just early!" Su Yunzhou praised. "Look at you. As soon as you arrive, you become the most stunning person on the street!"

Xia Wanqing covered her mouth and chuckled, feeling delighted. If she hadn’t spent so much time thinking about her outfit, she wouldn’t have been late.

"Let’s go! Time to set off!"

"Alright!"

Amidst envious gazes, the two rode side by side. Today’s route was a light ride proposed by Xia Wanqing. They planned to cycle a quarter of the greenway, then exit from another section of the road and head back to Boshe Hotel. The total distance was about thirty kilometers. For Su Yunzhou’s enhanced stamina, this route was a piece of cake. Xia Wanqing was doing alright too.

Along the way, the two chatted and laughed merrily. As they sweated, beads of perspiration clung playfully to Xia Wanqing’s bare face, adding to her charm.

When they were more than halfway through the route, the sky gradually darkened. The setting sun hung on the horizon, draping the earth in a coat of vibrant colors. Xia Wanqing stopped her bike and took out her phone to capture the moment.

In the photo, Su Yunzhou had a warm smile on his face. Seeing the two of them in the same frame alongside the beautiful scenery brought a sweet smile to Xia Wanqing’s lips.

[Affinity +1]

"Just cycling and taking a picture can increase Affinity!" Su Yunzhou thought to himself. "This woman really is something else. Looks like I should organize more sports activities in the future. I wonder if that kind of physical activity counts too."

Letting his imagination run wild, Su Yunzhou quickly suppressed those erotic thoughts. He shook his head and warned himself, "I can’t mess around. She is my bound target for making money. It would be disastrous if I end up losing more than I gain."

The two set off again. By the time they reached their destination at Boshe Hotel, it was already 6:30 PM.

Su Yunzhou smiled and said, "Let’s go! I ordered a nutritious meal. After we eat and drink our fill, we can go for a relaxing massage to end this happy day."

"Huh?!" Xia Wanqing’s delicate face froze in surprise.

He had mentioned dinner while they were On the Road, but he never said anything about a massage! Besides, a man and a woman going for a massage together... no matter how you looked at it, it seemed quite intimate.

"Should I agree... or refuse later? This is so agonizing!" she thought.

The two entered the hotel. Bai Ying, who had received the news and was waiting downstairs, greeted them with a smile. Seeing that Mr. Su had another female companion beside him, she kept her expression neutral.

"Hello, Mr. Su! The meal you ordered is ready. I will take you to the restaurant on the third floor."

"Alright." Su Yunzhou nodded.

However, noticing the slight hesitation on Xia Wanqing’s face, he immediately realized something was wrong. As a man, he didn’t care about going to a nice restaurant in sweaty clothes, but it was definitely inappropriate for a beautiful woman.

Su Yunzhou stopped and said, "We’ll head there ourselves in a bit! Let’s go upstairs and change clothes first."

Bai Ying understood perfectly. Going upstairs to change clothes would take at least half an hour, no matter how quick they were.

"Understood! I’ll go inform the restaurant."

A moment later, they arrived at the door of their room. Xia Wanqing clutched her bag so tightly that her knuckles turned white, showing just how nervous she was.

Her mind was in a daze. "Suddenly going into a room together... I’m so nervous... What if..." she thought.

BEEP.

The room door opened.

Su Yunzhou stood at the doorway and said, "Hurry in and change! I’ll just wear this. We have a massage scheduled later, so I’ll change then."

"Okay!" Xia Wanqing replied. The anxiety in her heart dissipated, replaced by an inexplicable surge of disappointment.

She entered the room. Su Yunzhou smiled, closed the door, and said he would wait at the restaurant downstairs.

Listening to the fading footsteps, Xia Wanqing furrowed her brows slightly. Looking at the pristine room, she felt as if the man’s scent still lingered in the air. She shook her head to dispel her wandering thoughts. Even though she was alone, she carried her bag into the bathroom to change.

The reflection in the mirror revealed perfectly delicate features and snow-white skin. Her long, curly hair draped gracefully over her shoulders, falling softly across her chest. She looked pure yet alluring, with a faint blush coloring her cheeks. Taking a deep breath, she pulled a floral dress from her bag.

Su Yunzhou strolled to the restaurant downstairs. When Bai Ying saw him appear, a fleeting look of confusion crossed her small face.

"That was fast!" she thought. "No, wait! They probably didn’t do that..."

A short while later, the dining table was filled with a sumptuous feast. Su Yunzhou sipped his juice and played with his phone.

TAP TAP TAP. The sound of footsteps approached from a distance.

He looked up, a look of amazement crossing his face.

Xia Wanqing had changed into a peach-pink floral dress. Her long hair flowed beautifully down to her waist, and her legs were straight and slender. The delicate pink hue contrasted perfectly with her skin, making her look even more radiantly fair.

"So beautiful!" Su Yunzhou set down his phone, unable to hold back his praise.

With flushed cheeks, Xia Wanqing took her seat.

"Here, have some juice to hydrate."

"Okay!"

"And this signature dish is amazing. You have to try it."

By the time they finished the meal, the evening lights were already lit. Xia Wanqing was a little absent-minded, constantly thinking about the massage.

"A massage requires taking off clothes," she thought. "And then... Ugh!"

Bai Ying appeared again and addressed the two. "Mr. Su, the Mi Xun Spa you booked is ready. Please come with me."

Hearing this, Xia Wanqing panicked inwardly. "What should I do? Should I go, or not?"