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{Chapter: 360 Together!}
"Hello, Young Master..."
"Greetings, Young Master Lin..."
The voices of the girls echoed sweetly from the pool as they noticed Lin Yuan's arrival. Their cheeks flushed pink with bashfulness, and each of them wore a subtle expression of shyness, tinged with anticipation.
Even Xiao Lian and Xiao He—who usually put up a strong front—were no exception. Both were nestled within the clear waters of the swimming pool, their slender figures half-submerged and playfully lounging near the edge.
Lin Yuan responded with a relaxed and charming smile, his gaze sweeping over the serene backyard. "You girls go ahead and enjoy yourselves. I'll just head inside and put my things away first," he said casually.
But as soon as his back turned, Xiao Lian and Xiao He suddenly sprang up from the water like synchronized sprites, splashing playfully as they stood, their swimsuits clinging tightly to their petite forms. Their childish bathing suits made them look both adorable and oddly provocative.
Feeling slightly ignored, the two girls pouted and called out together, "Young Master! Come and play with us!"
Lin Yuan paused at their unexpected demand and glanced back with a smirk tugging at his lips.
At the same time, Qiu Wanxi and Jiang Rou, who had been floating leisurely in the water, turned toward him with soft smiles.
"Yeah, come on in, Young Master! The water feels amazing today," Qiu Wanxi chimed in, her wet hair clinging to her shoulders and her expression full of gentle affection.
"Young Master Lin, don't keep us waiting," Jiang Rou added with a hint of playful teasing in her eyes.
Even Chen Yu, who usually kept a more reserved and distant demeanor, did not raise any objection. Though she remained silent, her calm gaze followed Lin Yuan's every move. Given the weight of the plan against the Chen family that Lin Yuan was currently executing, Chen Yu felt a strange sense of peace in his presence. After all, she was in his villa, under his protection—her loyalty now firmly tied to his cause.
Seeing the collective encouragement and goodwill from all the girls, Lin Yuan chuckled and nodded. "Alright then. Give me a moment. I'll go change and be right back."
With that, he turned and headed into the villa. Inside, he neatly placed his belongings on the marble-topped counter before slipping into the changing room. He swapped his casual clothes for a pair of tailored, stylish swimming trunks that hugged his figure just enough to show off his toned waist and powerful thighs.
When he returned to the poolside, the atmosphere noticeably shifted.
The girls couldn't help but steal glances at Lin Yuan's bare upper body. His defined chest and firm abdominal muscles seemed sculpted, as if chiseled from marble, lightly glistening under the golden rays of the afternoon sun. He carried himself with an air of effortless confidence—masculine, yet refined.
Qiu Wanxi's eyes lingered a moment too long before she shyly looked away, her cheeks blooming with color.
Jiang Rou raised an eyebrow, clearly impressed, while Xiao Lian and Xiao He stared wide-eyed, exchanging looks as if they had just seen a warrior prince descend into their backyard pool.
Even Chen Yu, whose heart was normally as steady as still water, blinked once, her eyelashes fluttering ever so slightly.
This time, the girls couldn't help but glance over at Lin Yuan's physique.
What they saw took their breath away.
Lin Yuan's body resembled that of a sculpture from ancient Greece—refined, balanced, and exuding masculine energy. Each movement revealed the results of meticulous training and natural genetics further enhanced by his attribute boosts. His already outstanding form had been subtly elevated to a state of perfection.
His muscles were well-defined but not overly bulky—just the right amount of strength and elegance. His V-shaped torso, the distinct shark lines around his waist, and the taut lower abdomen drew the eye like an unspoken invitation. His waist, trim and powerful, resembled what was often jokingly described in local slang as a "male dog waist"—a popular metaphor in Kyushu culture alluding to stamina, virility, and an irresistible kind of allure.
(T/N: It is to describe the virility of a man through the comparison of a man's waist to that of a dog. Chinese people, in general, have the impression that dogs are sexually active. A man who has a dog's waist is very good in bed.)
The effect was mesmerizing.
His entire figure radiated a magnetic sense of dominance—an ideal combination of power and poise.
The air in the room seemed to shift. The girls couldn't help but blush as their eyes were drawn to Lin Yuan's radiant physical form.
Coupled with his already striking facial features—those sharp, perfectly symmetrical lines, the confident gaze, and his effortlessly charming smile—he looked like he had stepped out of a dream or a glossy fashion editorial.
Xiao Lian and Xiao He, who were soaking in the warm water just moments before, suddenly found themselves nervously swallowing, their faces flushing a deeper shade of pink.
Even Chen Yu, who was normally composed and reserved, stole several lingering glances at Lin Yuan from beneath her lashes, her cool demeanor cracking for a moment.
Lin Yuan noticed it all—and smiled.
He wasn't surprised.
In fact, this kind of reaction was something he had long gotten used to, though he never grew arrogant about it. But seeing the girls visibly stunned, their eyes practically glued to him, still amused him in a quiet way.
Unlike the girls, who tried to hide their embarrassment, Lin Yuan showed no trace of shyness. On the contrary, he seemed perfectly comfortable under their gaze, his posture relaxed yet exuding confident dominance.
When Xiao Lian and Xiao He realized that Lin Yuan was not flustered at all—in fact, he seemed to be enjoying their stares—they immediately puffed their cheeks in mock irritation. They had expected him to be a little embarrassed, maybe to blush or stumble for cover, but instead, he met their gaze with ease and even lifted his chin slightly as if to tease them further.
"He's so shameless!" Xiao Lian whispered, though her voice was laced with laughter.
"And arrogant too!" Xiao He chimed in, though her eyes were still sneakily tracing the muscles of Lin Yuan's back.
It was a strange mix of admiration and protest. They were pretending to be upset, but both were secretly enjoying the show.
As if understanding their playful challenge, Lin Yuan smirked—then moved suddenly.
With a powerful and fluid motion, he launched himself from the side of the pool and dove in.
A wave of water burst up around him like an exploding starburst, sparkling droplets flying in every direction.
Xiao Lian and Xiao He were caught off guard.
"Ahhhh!" they both screamed as the warm water splashed directly into their faces.
Wiping their eyes while laughing and sputtering, they tried to scold him but couldn't stop giggling.
"You did that on purpose!" Xiao Lian cried.
"We'll get you back for that!" Xiao He shouted, still rubbing water from her eyelashes.
Meanwhile, Lin Yuan was already swimming with long, clean strokes, effortlessly gliding through the pool like a sea creature. The way the light rippled across his back and shoulders made him seem even more unreal.
He turned toward the shallow end of the pool and paddled slowly to where Qiu Wanxi was sitting quietly by the edge, her legs dangling in the water.
Then, gently but confidently, Lin Yuan wrapped his arms around Qiu Wanxi's slender waist from behind, pulling her softly into the water with him.
At the sudden contact, Qiu Wanxi's body stiffened for a brief second—but the moment she felt the familiar warmth of his touch, her entire frame relaxed.
She leaned back into his embrace, her cheeks turning red.
A tender smile bloomed on her lips as she closed her eyes for a moment, savoring the closeness.
No words were exchanged between them, but in that quiet moment, the unspoken intimacy said everything.
The water, the laughter, the heat in the air—it all formed a memory that none of them would soon forget.