She nestled in his broad embrace, looking up at his face, which had grown stubble after a long day's hustle. Instead of looking disheveled, it made him appear even more masculine. To Gu Qili, love cast a veil over her eyes; everything about Mu Shuoqian seemed perfect.
Unable to resist, she reached out and gently rubbed his stubble. It was prickly and ticklish, which made her laugh and ask, "Is shaving every day a hassle?"
Mu Shuoqian did not answer, suddenly stopping in his tracks with his eyes narrowing slightly.
Following his gaze, Gu Qili saw someone sitting on the sofa, nonchalantly reading a magazine. Upon their entrance, the figure only lifted their head symbolically, casually turned a page, and commented indifferently, "You're back."
"How did you get in?" Mu Shuoqian asked, his eyes dangerously narrowed.
