181: Chapter 182 I've realized I've fallen in love with you

The next morning, at the first light of dawn.

Tong Liya was the first to wake up, finding herself still encircled in Jiang Jing's strong arms.

She tilted her head slightly, looking at Jiang Jing's sleeping profile just inches away.

The morning light outlined his sharp contours; without his usual edge and playfulness, he looked exceptionally quiet and handsome.

Tong Liya's heart couldn't help but race, and pink hearts began to float in her eyes once again.

An uncontrollable surge of impulse and affection welled up in her heart.

She carefully pressed her soft body closer to Jiang Jing, while one small hand slipped silently under the covers, accurately finding the culprit that had made her both love and fear it the night before.

She began to playfully tease it.

At the same time, she lifted her face, her soft, moist lips capturing Jiang Jing's, beginning to suck and lick them with a gentle, teasing intent.

"Mmm..."

Jiang Jing, still in a deep sleep, felt a familiar, pleasurable sensation and slowly opened his eyes.

Upon opening his eyes, he was met with Tong Liya's watery gaze, along with her little hand and mouth causing mischief on his body.

Jiang Jing was stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but chuckle: "Mmm… Beauty Tong, it's still early in the morning… Did you not get enough last night? Have you turned into a little nymphomaniac?"

As he spoke, he mischievously thrust his hips.

Caught in the act, Tong Liya was startled and quickly pulled away, her cheeks flushing red. Dodging his gaze, she whispered in defense, "N-no… I just… seeing you… I couldn't help myself…"

Jiang Jing chuckled; how could he let her off so easily?

A large hand also mischievously slipped into her nightgown, accurately grasping a curve and skillfully kneading it.

"Ah…" Tong Liya let out a soft moan, her body instantly softening as her breathing became rapid.

Yet, she forced herself to endure it, reaching out to press down on Jiang Jing's hand that was causing trouble at her chest. She looked up, her gaze unusually serious, her voice carrying an imperceptible tremor:

"Jiang Jing… I… I think… I've really fallen in love with you."

Jiang Jing's hand paused slightly, and the playful smile on his face faded a little.

Fallen in love with him?

His mind flickered, and he immediately mentally called up the system to check Tong Liya's affection level.

[Tong Liya Affection Level: 90]

[Ding! Affection Level reached 90, reward 'Small Gift Box' x1!]

As expected, the affection level hit the target, and another gift box was in hand!

Jiang Jing understood.

It seemed that his "hard work" from last night and this morning had been remarkably effective!

Plus, at Tong Liya's age, she was in her prime, and encountering a formidable opponent like him was like dry wood meeting fire; her rapid surrender was only natural.

Watching Tong Liya's nervous yet serious expression, he couldn't help but laugh and nod.

Seeing him just laugh, Tong Liya thought he didn't believe her, or perhaps thought she was joking.

She grabbed his arm and explained eagerly, "I'm serious, I'm not lying to you! I don't know what's going on, I just can't help wanting to be close to you… I…"

She was somewhat incoherent, terrified that Jiang Jing would think she was frivolous or had ulterior motives.

Jiang Jing grabbed her hand in return, his smile fading as his gaze turned gentle and serious. He soothed her, "Alright, I know, I can feel it."

He paused, looked into her eyes, and promised solemnly, "Don't worry. Since you are sincere with me, I, Jiang Jing, will not let you down."

"I cannot give you a formal title, but apart from that, whatever you want, as long as I can provide it, just ask. I will do my best to protect you and make you happy."

These weren't sweet nothings; they were even a bit blunt and realistic, but to Tong Liya, they were more moving than any vow of eternal love.

She knew deep down that a man like Jiang Jing would never have only her as his woman. That he could make such a promise was already a sign of great recognition and cherishing.

A huge wave of warmth and security enveloped her, making her eyes sting slightly.

She nodded vigorously and threw herself back into Jiang Jing's embrace, hugging him tightly, her voice choked with emotion, "Mmm, I believe you! I don't need a title; I just want you to always treat me well and keep me in your heart…"

Jiang Jing held her, gently patting her back, feeling a sense of emotion himself.

In the bedroom, tenderness filled the air, and the morning light was just right.

Tong Liya snuggled contentedly in Jiang Jing's arms, listening to his promise that he "would not let her down," feeling as though her whole being was soaked in a honey pot.

She rubbed against Jiang Jing's chest and said softly, "I know you don't lack money, and neither do I. Just having this attitude from you makes me super, super happy."

Hearing this, Jiang Jing looked down at her satisfied, womanly appearance and chuckled playfully, "I know you don't lack money, but…"

He intentionally drew out his tone, successfully piquing Tong Liya's curiosity.

"But what?" Tong Liya lifted her little face and asked in confusion.

Jiang Jing smiled mysteriously. As if performing a magic trick, he reached into the nightstand drawer and pulled out an exquisite little bottle, inside which rippled a pale blue liquid even more lustrous and clear than the ordinary "huanyan beauty serum."

This was the advanced beauty serum he had exchanged from the system space.

"But I'm sure you'd really want this, right?" Jiang Jing shook the little bottle in front of her.

"Is this… beauty serum? It looks a bit different from the previous one?" Tong Liya's eyes lit up instantly. As a female celebrity, she was most sensitive to these kinds of things.

"Premium stuff. You can't buy it outside." Jiang Jing's tone was casual, but he dropped a bombshell, "As for the effect… simply put, once you use it, your skin condition will be locked at its peak. For at least five years, there won't be any signs of aging."

"What?! F-five years?! Locked at its peak condition?!" Tong Liya sat up abruptly from Jiang Jing's embrace, her eyes wide with shock.

Her voice rose in pitch due to extreme shock and joy, even cracking, "Does that mean… my face can… go back to how it looked in my early twenties? And I don't have to worry for five years?!"

For a female celebrity who had entered her late twenties and was constantly fighting against time, this was simply an irresistible, ultimate temptation!

Its value far exceeded any jewelry or luxury mansion!

"Theoretically, yes." Jiang Jing nodded with a smile.

"Ahhh! Jiang Jing, I love you to death!!!"

The immense ecstasy instantly overwhelmed Tong Liya's reason. She screamed in excitement, pounced on Jiang Jing like a koala, cupped his face, and began kissing him frantically and haphazardly.

Rain-like kisses fell on his forehead, cheeks, and lips, fully releasing the excitement and joy in her heart.

Jiang Jing laughed as he endured her enthusiastic attack. Once she calmed down a little, he added, "Any woman who is sincere to me will have one."

Tong Liya paused, blinked, and suddenly asked, "Leng Ba… does she have one too?"

Jiang Jing nodded frankly, "Of course, I gave it to her yesterday."

Upon hearing this, Tong Liya subconsciously pouted and muttered, "Hmph, I knew it… It seems that little girl Leng Ba has also fallen completely…"

There was a hint of jealousy in her tone.

However, this slight moodiness was quickly washed away by the joy of obtaining the treasure.

She immediately jumped out of bed excitedly. Not even bothering to put on clothes, she ran into the bathroom naked, holding that bottle of advanced beauty serum, unable to wait to use it immediately.

Jiang Jing looked amusedly at her rushing figure, devoid of her usual gentle and dignified demeanor, and sighed once again: When it comes to the pursuit of beauty, women truly possess infinite motivation and madness.