Chapter 753

The next morning, just as dawn broke, sunlight chased away the lingering chill of night. Soft golden rays filtered through the half-drawn gauze curtains, sifting into the quiet room like scattered gold.

The curtains swayed gently, light and shadow flowing across them. Gradually, the sunlight spread over the bed, bit by bit dispelling the dimness in the room and bathing it in warm brightness.

Xiao Ling's eyelashes trembled as he slowly opened his eyes. Before the morning grogginess had faded, he first felt the warmth and softness of the person in his arms.

Sunlight fell upon his skin, carrying just the right amount of warmth, soothing his heart until it softened.

Lowering his gaze, he saw Xun Er curled up in his embrace. Her jet-black hair was scattered over her shoulders and his chest, with a few loose strands resting against her smooth forehead.

Her eyes were gently closed, her long lashes folded like butterfly wings. Her delicate nose was small, her lips naturally rosy. Her sleeping face was as tranquil as an elf untouched by the mortal world. Without her usual refined poise, she seemed a little more languid and adorably innocent.

Her exquisitely curved body was loosely wrapped in the brocade quilt. One corner had slipped down slightly, outlining graceful lines worthy of art. The small patches of exposed skin glimmered beneath the morning sun with a lustrous sheen, revealing an indescribably gentle beauty.

At the sight, a low chuckle escaped Xiao Ling's throat, and an uncontainable tenderness flooded his eyes.

Afraid of disturbing the deeply sleeping girl in his arms, his movements became so gentle they were nearly still. He merely raised a hand and brushed away the loose hair by her cheek with his fingertips. The touch of her delicate skin was so warm and soft