Longxing City's gates were just ahead.
People streamed in and out, and the entrance was bustling with activity.
"Old man, where are we staying?"
Huo Wu asked with her arms folded, affecting a cool expression.
But the faint blush at her ears gave her away.
Yu Xiaolong glanced around and pointed ahead.
"How about the Lily Hotel?"
The two entered the hotel lobby.
The receptionist smiled professionally.
"I'm sorry, but we only have one room with a king-sized bed left."
Huo Wu's brow immediately furrowed.
"What? Just one room?"
Her voice was full of reluctance.
But it was already late, and they had no other choice.
"One room, then."
Yu Xiaolong took out some gold coins and paid for it.
Huo Wu muttered under her breath beside him.
"Old man, don't even think about taking advantage of me."
That was what she said, but her eyes wandered uneasily.
Yu Xiaolong found it amusing.
This girl really was cute, all bark and a soft heart.
The two entered the elevator.
The doors slid slowly shut.
They were alone in the cramped space.
Huo Wu suddenly stepped closer.
She gently took Yu Xiaolong's arm.
The unexpected contact made him pause.
Her arm rested against his.
She stood close beside him.
Yu Xiaolong's heart skipped a beat.
This girl was far less guarded than her words suggested.
Huo Wu turned her face away.
She pretended nothing was out of the ordinary.
But her trembling eyelashes betrayed her nerves.
Just then, a notification rang out.
[ Ding! ]
[The host has come into contact with the power of the stars.]
[The Giant Crab Star Dragon's ability has awakened: Golden Restraint Light]
New information flooded Yu Xiaolong's mind.
A golden gleam flashed briefly in his eyes.
It was an ability that could restrain anything.
He glanced at Huo Wu.
The girl stood straight, her long legs firmly planted.
She held herself with confidence.
Her waist was slim, and her whole figure radiated youthful energy.
"Huo Wu, have you gotten any stronger lately?"
Yu Xiaolong suddenly asked.
Huo Wu blinked, then lifted her chin.
"Of course! Don't believe me? Want to spar?"
Fighting spirit blazed in her eyes.
Yu Xiaolong's lips curved slightly.
"Sure. Let's have a match."
The hotel room was spacious.
There was an open area in front of the floor-to-ceiling window.
The two stood facing each other.
Huo Wu took up a fighting stance.
"I'm not going to go easy on you, old man!"
She cried out and struck first.
Yu Xiaolong simply raised his right hand.
Golden Soul Power blossomed around him.
"Golden Restraint Light."
In the next moment, several golden chains appeared out of thin air.
They darted toward Huo Wu like serpents.
She tried to dodge, but it was too late.
The chains instantly bound her.
Her arms, waist, and legs were all caught.
She could no longer move.
Huo Wu began struggling with all her might.
But the Golden Restraint Light was not so easy to escape.
The chains tightened slightly as she fought against them.
Two of them crossed in front of her chest.
She struggled against the bindings, but they held firm.
The chains kept her firmly restrained.
Yu Xiaolong couldn't help watching her movements.
This ability was remarkably precise.
He marveled inwardly.
The Giant Crab Star Dragon's ability was indeed powerful.
It did more than restrain—it offered total control.
"You miserable old man! Let me go!"
Huo Wu's face flushed with anger.
She twisted furiously, refusing to give in.
The chains swayed slightly as she struggled.
Her movements grew more agitated.
Yu Xiaolong's throat felt dry.
The situation had become far too intense.
"Did you hear me? Let me go!"
Huo Wu protested with a sharp huff.
There was a hint of exasperation in her voice.
She was still shouting.
But she had stopped struggling quite so hard.
Yu Xiaolong watched her.
This girl really never knew when to quit.
Even bound, she was still picking a fight.
The chains held her legs apart.
Her skirt shifted slightly.
A small stretch of her leg showed.
Her hips moved as she strained against the bindings.
Yu Xiaolong looked away, uncomfortable with how close he was.
Her collar had shifted a little.
He quickly turned his gaze elsewhere.
Yu Xiaolong realized he was reacting to the situation.
Huo Wu had an unnerving way of getting under his skin.
He took a step toward her.
"Aren't you afraid I'll take advantage of you right here?"
His voice dropped, turning dark and threatening.
At his words, Huo Wu's face flushed.
Alarm and embarrassment flickered in her eyes.
"You... you wouldn't dare!"
She forced herself to sound defiant.
But her gaze clearly wavered.
Her heart was pounding faster.
Even as she insisted he wouldn't dare, she felt a strange shiver.
Somehow... part of her was curious what he would do.
The thought made Huo Wu even more embarrassed.
How could she feel that way about this old man...?
Yu Xiaolong caught every subtle change in her expression.
This girl really was all bark and a soft heart.
She was clearly wavering.
Yet she still tried to act tough.
He didn't hesitate any longer. He moved in close.
He knocked Huo Wu onto the soft bed.
The Golden Restraint Light vanished the moment they made contact.
But Huo Wu didn't immediately push him away.
She only stared at him, eyes wide.
Her chest rose and fell rapidly with nerves.
They were much too close.
A faint, sweet fragrance surrounded them.
"Old man... you..."
Huo Wu's voice trembled.
Yu Xiaolong leaned down, bringing his lips close to her ear.
"It's not too late to regret it."
His breath brushed against her neck.
Huo Wu's body gave a slight shiver.
She bit her lower lip and said nothing.
Only the ripples in her eyes betrayed her feelings.
She slowly turned her head away.
But she made no move to resist.
That silent assent said everything.
Yu Xiaolong's heartbeat grew faster and faster.
It seemed tonight was destined to be unforgettable.
Outside the window, the moon shone bright, scattering silver light across the ground.
The night in Longxing City had only just begun.
The temperature in the room seemed to rise little by little.
The young woman's breathing grew a little hurried.
The rise and fall of her chest became more pronounced.
Her full figure was softly outlined in the moonlight.
She trembled faintly, waiting for everything that was about to come.
Yu Xiaolong gently caressed her cheek.
Huo Wu's eyelashes fluttered.
At last, she slowly closed her eyes.
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