RMM -Chapter 297 Beauty in Command

When Xi Yuechen returned to the Zhengjia Courtyard, everyone was already preparing to sleep. His sudden arrival surprised them all.

Especially Su Ruo, whose large eyes stared straight at Xi Yuechen, full of both surprise and joy.

Xi Yuechen came up with a casual excuse to explain why he was home so late. No one doubted him. After sitting for barely two minutes, everyone went back to their rooms.

As soon as they returned to the bedroom, Su Ruo spun around and leapt into Xi Yuechen’s arms, wrapping her hands tightly around his waist.

“Chief, I missed you.”

Her head buried in his chest, her voice sounded muffled.

“I know.” Xi Yuechen curled the corners of his lips and hugged her waist, replying softly.

They stayed like that, quietly snuggled together for a while before slowly pulling apart. Su Ruo looked up at Xi Yuechen, her eyes shining brilliantly, like stars scattered across a summer night.

“Chief, I have something to give you. I kept forgetting.”

She spoke and quickly went to the drawer, pulling something out.

Xi Yuechen’s entire aura softened; the cold rigidity from earlier melted away. Watching Su Ruo fuss, he walked over to the bed and sat on its edge.

“Chief, isn’t it beautiful?”

Su Ruo held the item up and approached him, eyes curved in a smile, radiating pure joy and a hint of pride.

Looking closely, it wasn’t the watch she had bought before. Now, the watch lay in Su Ruo’s palm, its elegance highlighted against her fair skin—it was indeed beautiful.

“Yes, very beautiful.”

Xi Yuechen nodded. He knew naturally that this was from Su Ruo. He had seen a similar watch on her wrist before, and now it seemed like a matching pair.

“Of course! Mom and I picked it together. It matches the one I wear. I bought it some time ago but kept forgetting to give it to you. Here, I’ll put it on you now.”

Perhaps it was the gentle room lighting, but Su Ruo’s smile seemed soft and serene, like a trickling stream flowing straight into Xi Yuechen’s heart. Every hidden shadow in him was washed away, replaced with a springlike warmth.

Xi Yuechen reached out, letting Su Ruo fasten the watch onto his wrist.

Though his status didn’t exactly call for such accessories, seeing the matching watches made him think it was nice for them to wear the same one.

“So pretty.”

After fastening it, Su Ruo extended her hand alongside his. Their arms rested together: one thick, one slender; one tanned, one fair; one masculine, one delicate. So different, yet fitting perfectly. The matching watches only emphasized their perfect pairing.

Xi Yuechen gazed at their hands, the corners of his mouth lifting slightly, a subtle smile touching his eyes.

“Very beautiful. I like it.” His voice was soft.

Neither mentioned the events of the day; they saw no need. As long as the person beside them was safe and sound, nothing else mattered. No unpleasant memories would be allowed to disturb this quiet moment.

Not even a certain Zhou Yunzhen could ruin it.

Su Ruo didn’t ask whether Gu Jiawei had told Xi Yuechen about today, nor did she ask why he appeared tonight. When she got into trouble, he came home late. If he didn’t say, she didn’t ask.

As for Zhou Yunzhen… today was enough to break her. Let her handle it herself. She likely wouldn’t appear before them again. Whatever happened, as long as she stayed away, Su Ruo wouldn’t bother with her schemes.

Those who commit evil will eventually destroy themselves. By now, Zhou Yunzhen should understand. If she’s smart, she won’t cross their path again.

Xi Yuechen had no intention of discussing the day’s events either. For him, as long as Su Ruo was safe, he would handle the rest. He would not let anyone bully her, but she didn’t need to know, nor be troubled by it.

He could do only so much for his little woman, but he would never let anyone harm her. He would protect her, letting her live a simple, peaceful life.

“Xi Zi asleep?” Xi Yuechen suddenly remembered his son.

“Yes, I put him in his room.”

Su Ruo smiled faintly. She usually had Xi Zi sleep beside her, but tonight he had gone to his room. She hadn’t expected the chief to arrive.

For some reason, her face turned red, and her gaze flickered, avoiding Xi Yuechen.

“Chief, it’s late. You should take a shower.”

Xi Yuechen didn’t notice her awkwardness. He nodded. “Bring my pajamas into the bathroom.”

Su Ruo watched Xi Yuechen walk toward the bathroom, her heartbeat drumming, cheeks warming.

She had never seen him in camouflage before. Now she thought, how could her chief look so handsome? Any clothing suited him perfectly, but military wear seemed made for him. Handsome enough to make her gaze stick. Truly, breathtakingly so.

Unlike formal attire, Xi Yuechen in camouflage exuded wild, unrestrained charm. Su Ruo felt a deadly allure radiating from him, making her almost develop a uniform fetish.

While fetching his pajamas, she also grabbed underwear and approached the bathroom. Listening to the water, she took a deep breath before knocking.

“Chief, pajamas.”

“Bring them in.” Xi Yuechen called out, continuing his shower.

Su Ruo frowned prettily, hesitating at the door.

Guilty yet flustered, she was overstimulated by Xi Yuechen’s camouflage. Her mind raced with vivid imagery, making composure impossible.

“Ruo Ruo?”

Xi Yuechen called after a while, puzzled that she hadn’t entered.

“Oh, here. I’m coming in.”

Startled, Su Ruo answered quickly, ignoring her flushed face, and stepped inside.

Once in, she became even more flustered, glancing at Xi Yuechen’s back. The rapid water flow hit his sculpted body, splashing everywhere. Every inch of skin was wet, exuding overwhelming sexiness.

Xi Yuechen’s body was perfect: toned, strong, powerful, yet natural. Each muscle seemed sculpted to perfection.

Such beauty made it impossible for Su Ruo to stay calm. Memories of their passionate moments in the army bathroom flooded her mind.

She felt she must have repressed too long; otherwise, why did seeing just his back stir her so intensely?

“Chief, I’m putting this here.”

She hastily withdrew her gaze and called out.

Xi Yuechen had no idea what was on her mind, simply continuing his shower.

Su Ruo exhaled, turning to leave. But before stepping out, she stole another glance. Unable to resist, her eyes fixed on him.

This glance shattered all her defenses—the proverbial final straw.

“Life is short; enjoy the moment,” she thought. The chief was only here tonight, so why hesitate?

Resolved, Su Ruo stepped back in, closing the door.

Seeing Xi Yuechen’s strong back, she swallowed and lunged forward, wrapping her arms tightly around him.

Xi Yuechen didn’t expect such a “sudden attack” and was startled.

“Ruo Ruo?”

Concerned, he placed his hands over hers at his waist, gently easing her grip before turning to face her.

“Chief.”

Su Ruo looked up, but the water hit her fully. Her thin silk pajamas clung to her, revealing the curves beneath. She tilted her head, letting water cascade over her face, eyes half-shut.

Xi Yuechen’s heart skipped a beat. A long-dormant desire rose in him.

“What’s wrong?”

His voice was husky.

“I missed you.”

Su Ruo stubbornly lifted her head. Her flushed face glistened under the water; lips like ripe cherries, fragrant, inviting.

Xi Yuechen seemed to understand. A fire sparked in his eyes as he scanned her. From his angle, with her body pressed close, he could only see her shoulders and chest.

Even so, it was enough. Her pajama neckline had loosened slightly, revealing smooth shoulders and collarbones—a tantalizing sight. Beneath the fabric, her curves were revealed, the topmost pearl trembling under the water. The thin silk added a teasing mystery, half-concealing her, yet alluring.

Su Ruo likely didn’t even realize how enticing she looked.

Half-lidded eyes blurred her view of Xi Yuechen. Determined, she decided to go all in.

Her hands slid from his waist to his shoulders. She squinted and kissed him, even lightly biting his lip.

Being so boldly and passionately seduced, even Xi Yuechen, a statue of composure, couldn’t resist. His eyes darkened with desire, muscles tensed, ready to strike.

Once he regained control, Su Ruo hummed in satisfaction, her charm undiminished—good, very good.

She then surrendered completely, cooperating with him, losing herself in the long-missed pleasure.