Chapter 147: Fragrant Fried Chicken Wings
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“Send me the address, I’m heading out right now.”
“Don’t you know where it is?”
“Send it again… Give me some sense of ceremony for rushing over.”
Less than two minutes later, another text message popped up on Big Dragon Cub’s mobile phone.
Xiuyuan: Get ready, I’m coming.
Big Dragon Cub, who had just changed clothes, gazed at the screen and licked her lips, feeling something gently stir in her heart.
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Over half an hour later.
When the doorbell rang, Big Dragon Cub had just dimmed the lighting, lit the candle, and laid out the blanket on the sofa.
The television was still on, playing an episode of a late-night food program, where steaming fried chicken was repeatedly zoomed in on, with oil splattering everywhere.
As she happily walked over to open the door, she saw Lin Xiuyuan, who had just been on her mobile phone, now standing at the doorway in casual clothes, his jacket still carrying the fresh night dew from heading out.
“You really came.”
Big Dragon Cub leaned against the doorframe, amusedly raising her eyebrow as she gazed at him.
Lin Xiuyuan looked at her barefoot, with her skirt hem slightly askew, and chuckled lightly, “You’re dressed like this, if I didn’t come, wouldn’t that make me seem a bit clueless?”
“Then don’t think it’ll be easy for you tonight.”
Big Dragon Cub chuckled lightly and half-pushed, half-pulled Lin Xiuyuan inside.
Then the door slammed shut, as if sealing off the entire city’s clamor.
The fried chicken on the TV was still being coated in sauce, while the room now held an aura even hotter than the fried chicken.
Lin Xiuyuan had just opened his mouth to speak when she pounced into his arms, kissing him while laughing, “Less nonsense, let your eight-pack abs do the talking.”
“Not wait a bit?”
“Have you been messing with sluts these past few days?”
The sudden question made Lin Xiuyuan laugh, then he reached out to hug her, “No, I just wanted to say since I’m here, I should at least take a look around your apartment first, and didn’t you say you’d blow-dry my hair? My hair’s still wet.”
The lighting was dim yellow, the background was the sizzling sound of fried chicken frying on the TV, with fragrance and ambiguity mixing into a strange atmosphere.
After hearing Lin Xiuyuan’s words, Big Dragon Cub suddenly looked up, her gaze moist and bright, as if enduring or tempting, “So, do you want to check out the clothes I just changed into, or do you want to tour my apartment?”
Lin Xiuyuan was stunned and hadn’t answered yet when she stepped back.
Then, right in front of him, she slowly pulled down the loose knit skirt.
A glimpse of vacuum, no underwear underneath.
Barefoot Big Dragon Cub’s naked shoulders revealed soft curves, her skin glowing with an extremely alluring sheen under the lighting, every inch like delicate satin.
She smiled and spun around, like walking her own fashion show, the skirt finally sliding to her ankles; she gently kicked it away with one foot, then walked toward him step by step.
“I’ve missed you so much, Xiuyuan.”
Big Dragon Cub leaned close to his ear, saying softly.
Her tone no longer teasing, but hiding emotions so scorching they were about to ignite, “After all these years, I’ve never missed a man this much; you’re really the first, Xiuyuan.”
Actually, Big Dragon Cub wasn’t lying, but what she missed wasn’t just Lin Xiuyuan himself.
It was also the possibility of that ‘youth’.
During those evenings in Singapore, after returning to the hotel and removing her makeup, Big Dragon Cub would always stand in front of the mirror, staring at her face for a long time.
Even though she had seen it countless times over the years.
But that renewed delicate skin, glow, and elasticity really forced Big Dragon Cub to confront the words she had chatted about with Lee Ji-eun on the airplane.
She had originally intended to take it as a joke and move on, but after the ‘praise’ from the staff, makeup artist, and stylist around her, Big Dragon Cub finally realized it wasn’t a joke.
So after seriously considering what Lee Ji-eun said, she started to lose sleep at night.
And when she returned to Seoul and happened to receive Lin Xiuyuan’s message, that excitement and expectation—if he hadn’t said he was eating with friends, she probably would’ve rushed straight to him.
But now wasn’t too late; he was standing right in front of her.
Thinking of this, Big Dragon Cub reached out and gently lifted the hem of his T-shirt, her fingers lightly tracing the muscle lines on his abdomen, “What’s fun about blow-drying hair? What do you think, Xiuyuan~”
Lin Xiuyuan was just about to respond when she pulled him toward the sofa.
In front of the sofa, she suddenly turned and pushed him back; Lin Xiuyuan sat down heavily.
Seeing this, Lin Xiuyuan’s heart jolted: The sofa again??
But in the next instant, Big Dragon Cub knelt between his knees, like a docile yet dangerous puppy, looking up at him with eyes full of control and temptation.
“Let me confirm: is it your issue, Xiuyuan, or am I overthinking?”
Without giving Lin Xiuyuan time to react or answer, she directly pressed up against him.
Her movements bold like a singer mastering the stage, full of the emotional waves unique to women.
Moments later, the blanket fell askew, the remote control dropped.
And on the TV, the fried chicken program’s narration rang out inappropriately:
“The real secret to flavor is letting the heat evenly penetrate every corner…”
“You hear that.” She kissed his ear, laughing, “So fitting.”
Lin Xiuyuan’s vision blurred from her kisses, his breathing becoming erratic. He wanted to flip over and take control, but it was futile.
“Didn’t we agree earlier? You can’t move, Xiuyuan~”
Big Dragon Cub’s low warning voice was incredibly seductive.
“Then give me a moment to breathe.”
Lin Xiuyuan said, almost suffocated by her kisses.
“Of course that’s…”
Big Dragon Cub leaned to his lips again, “Not possible. Don’t you guys like calling me Little Dragon Cub? Dinosaur cubs are all very dominant.”
After this resounding declaration, she completely let go of all restraint.
Her body grew even hotter, along with the sounds from the TV, silently recording every response.
Car lights flashed outside the window, reflecting the shadows of the two inside.
As hot sweat slid down his back.
Lin Xiuyuan finally couldn’t hold back anymore, gripping her lower back and whispering in her ear, “Ji-yeon, if you keep this up, I’ll really die on you tonight.”
But Big Dragon Cub looked up with a light laugh, like a queen declaring victory, “Then tonight… obediently die in my arms.”
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Meanwhile,
Inside a black MPV driving on the Seoul highway, the freshly fed Soo Jung was quietly sitting in her seat, touching up her makeup.
After all, she had to dive straight into work upon getting out of the car; her state couldn’t slack off even a bit.
She gazed at the rosy glow on her cheeks in the mirror—the glow that had been lost for days and then returned—and her lips unconsciously curved into a smile.
But the smile quickly faded, replaced by a slight frown as she sank into thought, muttering to herself, “It really works immediately, too exaggerated. Looks like I need to tell him tomorrow, or else if he keeps messing around, it’ll be trouble.”
Then she took out her mobile phone and sent a text to Lin Xiuyuan.
After waiting a bit with no reply, she frowned slightly, her finger hovering over the video call button before pausing.
Then she put it away, muttering softly, “Forget it, he’s probably gaming again. Better not disturb him.”
Actually, she was a bit sleepy herself; after yawning and stretching, she reclined her seat to sleep mode, preparing for a short nap.
After all, after finishing and being exceptionally satisfied, one really gets very sleepy, with both body and mind fully relaxed.
If not sleepy, it means that session wasn’t up to par.
Just as she closed her eyes to sleep, her mobile phone ringtone suddenly rang.
Soo Jung glanced at the caller ID and picked up, “Hey, Jessica~”
“Jung Soo Jung, your little man is back in Seoul, right?”
Jessica on the other end started with teasing.
But Soo Jung didn’t feel attacked; instead, she smiled and responded candidly, “Yeah, just met up. What’s up?”
There was silence on the other end, then after a moment, “Ya, are you that desperate? He just said he was in Seoul, and you rushed over?”
Soo Jung replied without concealment, “Yeah, desperate. So I just ate my fill.”
Then she continued, “Get to the point. Calling so late means something’s up. I’m listening. Sleepy, hurry.”
Now Jessica was truly speechless, letting out a long stifled breath before saying, “Help me ask if he has any RMB cash; exchange some for me.”
“You’re out of money?”
As Jessica finished, Soo Jung abruptly sat up from her seat, somewhat shocked.
“RMB—my bank card is limited, and the exchange quota is gone. I can use other cards at big stores, but for street stalls outside, I have no RMB cash in WeChat.”
“Don’t you have a few friends there?”
Facing Jessica’s explanation, Soo Jung’s first thought was this, and she began wildly imagining if her older sister was really going bankrupt or if a scumbag had run off with her cash.
Jessica coolly replied, “Doesn’t asking them count as owing a favor? Your little cute boy is so much better—no favor needed.”
Soo Jung puzzled, “Why?”
“He’s already eaten you clean; can’t that count as interest and favor?” Jessica’s tone was righteous, standing on moral high ground.
“Ya, Jessica…” Soo Jung finally couldn’t help laughing.
“Mm, help me ask.” Jessica pressed on seriously.
“Urgent?”
“Tomorrow’s fine.”
“Talk tomorrow then.”
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Inside Big Dragon Cub’s apartment.
On the TV screen, a high-definition shot was close-up filming a whole fried chicken slowly being placed into the hot oil pot.
“Sizzle—”
The sound of oil bubbles bursting pierced the air, perfectly overlapping with the uncontrollable sound from the sofa.
The fried chicken’s skin rolled and burst open in the oil pot, the golden crispy skin contracting and wrinkling under the high heat, the fragrance almost leaping off the screen.
Lin Xiuyuan leaned on the sofa, the scene before his eyes gradually blurring.
His attention had long shifted from the TV to his side; with each breath, that faint warm fragrance grew clearer, like steam curling to his nose, lightly brushing his skin.
Big Dragon Cub wasn’t far; her movements seemed casual, yet like inadvertently stirring a pot of gradually heating hot soup.
She didn’t touch him, not even glance at him.
But the body heat emanating from her was like a warm current hidden in the air, impossible to avoid.
That originally safe distance was quietly closing.
As if another centimeter closer would plunge him into something inescapable.
Her hair strands occasionally brushed his cheek, like seasoning accidentally drifting to the pot’s edge—seemingly harmless, yet drawing all scents and attention there.
Lin Xiuyuan sat stiffly, even lightening his breathing.
“Be good.”
Big Dragon Cub’s voice was low and husky, like at the moment of perfecting the heat in the kitchen, reminding the ingredient that wasn’t fully flavored yet, “Not ready yet; let it simmer a bit more.”
On the TV, the chef began flipping the fried chicken, movements steady and skilled, while narrating:
“True crispiness requires precise heat control… letting the sauce fully seep into every fiber.”
The chef brushed sweet and spicy sauce on the chicken leg, the red glossy sheen almost seductive under the lighting.
“Pa!”
The chef brushed a layer of sweet and spicy sauce on the fried chicken, the bright red instantly coating the entire chicken leg.
“See?” She laughed, grabbing the TV remote and waving it between them.
As soon as she said it, she tossed the remote, leaving Lin Xiuyuan stunned.
He finally grabbed her waist with one hand, just about to snatch the remote back.
“If you keep this up, I’ll really burn out…”
On the TV, the fried chicken was plated, the sauce-wrapped chicken leg steaming; the host licked his fingers and said:
「Crispy outside, tender inside, rich sauce, irresistible.」
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Past 3 a.m., the city had shed its daytime clamor, everything silent, even the occasional car lights outside sparse like intermittent heartbeats.
The bathroom door was gently pushed open, and Lin Xiuyuan walked out.
Wet hair strands casually draped over his forehead, water droplets sliding along his temples, a white towel loosely tied around his tight waist, his exposed upper body still steaming with post-shower warmth.
His steps were light, no longer as forceful as when he entered the apartment earlier, but carrying a hint of soreness and fatigue.
At this moment, Big Dragon Cub’s voice came from the bed, laced with unhurried teasing.
“Xiuyuan, you done showering?”
Lin Xiuyuan leaned against the doorframe, looking down to see the figure on the bed, casual yet seductive.
Big Dragon Cub wore loose pajamas, the collar slightly open, revealing her collarbone and snowy shoulders, hair somewhat messy, face carrying the lazy expression after the recent “battle”.
Her legs crossed, ankles slender, posture casual yet enticing everywhere, like a quiet but dangerous trap reserved for someone specific.
“Mm.” Lin Xiuyuan responded softly, his voice slightly hoarse and tired, “You haven’t slept?”
“Waiting for you.” Big Dragon Cub looked up at him, a meaningful smile on her lips.
A flash of tenderness and helplessness in Lin Xiuyuan’s eyes; he still walked over, sat on the bed’s edge, and leaned down gently.
From his movements, it was clear his shoulders and back were slightly stiff, remnants of fatigue from the earlier “fierce battle”.
With his arrival, Big Dragon Cub naturally turned sideways, hooked his neck with her arm, and pressed her whole body against him—warm, soft, familiar body heat and faint fragrance, like a acting cute puppy wrapping around his embrace.
“You okay?”
As she spoke, Big Dragon Cub’s light laugh carried a hint of provocation in her gaze, seeming a bit shy, as if testing his limit.
“Didn’t you just experience it?”
Lin Xiuyuan chuckled lowly, his voice faint but hiding stubbornness and bravado.
As a man, he naturally couldn’t say “can’t”, even if his sitting posture showed strain; he still straightened his back slightly.
Big Dragon Cub huffed lightly, lips curving; her small hand unceremoniously reached toward his waist, like verifying something.
But just as her movement was about to land, an abrupt mobile phone ringtone interrupted the ambiguity.
She froze, then realized it wasn’t hers, turning to look at Lin Xiuyuan.
He had already gotten up, walked to the bedside table, picked up the phone, glanced at the caller ID, expression slightly surprised.
“Who?”
“Yoona.”
“Hm?”
Big Dragon Cub instantly sat up straight, her pajamas slipping to reveal spring light, oblivious as she leaned close, “Why would older sister Yoona call you so late, Xiuyuan? You two…”
“Don’t overthink; nothing.”
Lin Xiuyuan smiled wryly and answered the call.
“Hey.”
“Hey, Xiuyuan, you free now?”
Yoona’s voice came from the phone, mixed with noisy background like airport lobby announcements and voices.
Lin Xiuyuan instinctively glanced at Big Dragon Cub beside him; she raised an eyebrow, her gaze saying “do what you want”.
Then he nodded, “Yeah, what’s up.”
“Come pick me up at Incheon Airport. My plane just landed; no one’s here to get me.”
Lin Xiuyuan paused, “Your work team?”
“They’re still outside; I snuck back alone first. Hurry and come get me.”
Edited revised N+1 version（Godfathers, readership will improve; normal release can keep up, manual… you’ll see from this chapter）
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