Chapter 492: Suddenly Better Skin

In fact, Hao Anqi knew very well that Shen Yan was not a person who messed around, and the reason she agreed to Chen Shanni's proposal was simply to sound a warning bell for him in advance.

Unfortunately, there was a traitor in the ranks.

Plus, for some unknown reason, Chen Shanni's side also ceased their activities, so the warning bell certainly couldn't be rung.

What to do if you can't beat them?

Might as well join them!

Hao Anqi stepped forward and tugged at Shen Yan's sleeve, her little milky voice soft and cute: "I never thought about leaving you either, you should understand me."

"Mm!" Shen Yan smiled warmly and raised his hand to pat her little head.

His eyes flashed with a triumphant gleam.

As the saying goes: "Fortresses are most easily broken from within."

A seemingly solid alliance was thus easily dismantled by Shen Yan.

That night, for the first time since enrolling a year ago, Luo Qiqi did not return to the dormitory; the sight of the empty bed next to her made Yu Youwei toss and turn, unable to sleep all night.

Luo Qiqi naturally did not know her thoughts, nor did she have the energy to pay attention.

Happily lying in the presidential suite of a five-star hotel, on the Large Bed as soft as cotton, she chatted with Shen Yan late into the night: "Asleep yet? (supporting chin)"

Shen Yan: "Almost, how are you feeling now?"

"It's okay, just a little sore when walking (shy), it's all your fault for being so restless."

Speaking of this, Luo Qiqi couldn't help but be amazed at Shen Yan's strength; didn't they say there are only exhausted oxen, not broken fields? Why didn't that apply to him?

The key was that Shen Yan also had three other women, yet there was absolutely no sign of him being weak.

This was clearly contrary to the knowledge she had found online.

But this was fine too; Luo Qiqi still wanted to experience that feeling that left one craving more.

Thinking about it, the fact that Wu Yue'er and the other two got along so harmoniously must be inextricably linked to this aspect.

Shen Yan: "Didn't you say it wasn't exciting enough? Why are you blaming me now? (smirk)"

With a flush, Luo Qiqi's cheeks instantly turned red as blood, and she hurriedly typed to quibble: "I did not!!! You were the one who kept asking me how it felt, and as a girl... how could I be embarrassed to say that you performed especially... especially well."

Shen Yan wore a triumphant smile: "Alright, I won't tease you anymore, get some sleep."

"Mm-hmm! Goodnight!"

"Goodnight!"

The next morning, Shen Yan first went to the company and didn't return to school until after two classes had ended.

With the status of an internet upstart, plus that astonishing GPA, the various subject teachers often turned a blind eye to Shen Yan's truancy.

Today, Luo Qiqi still wasn't sitting with Yu Youwei; when Shen Yan walked into the classroom, Luo Qiqi was leaning close to Chen Shanni, smiling sweetly.

Further inside was Wu Yue'er.

The three of them had just filled the seats on the left side of the aisle.

It must be said that this sweet girl with the charm of a career woman was truly very attractive when she smiled.

Every smile and look was like a spring breeze, as if it had the magic to melt away all sorrows and worries.

Especially after the intimacy of last night, Luo Qiqi had undergone an unknown change; her skin was as delicate and smooth as mutton-fat jade, and there was a subtle, lingering charm between her brows.

A faint blush appeared on her pretty face.

This layer of blush added a touch of feminine tenderness to her, making her look exceptionally charming.

Shen Yan sat down openly in the seat on the right side of the aisle, and a few seats further to the right was Lin Yang.

Luo Qiqi was the first to notice Shen Yan's arrival, her eyes unable to hide her joy; having just experienced intimacy, she was especially eager for Shen Yan to be by her side at this moment.

Even if it were just to talk.

"Shen Yan, you're here. Would you like to sit here?"

Mindful of the presence of Chen Shanni and Wu Yue'er, Luo Qiqi didn't dare to show anything unusual.

A hint of surprise permeated her calm tone.

Shen Yan politely declined: "No need, it makes no difference where I sit."

After saying this, he opened his laptop and busied himself; Luo Qiqi was happy with this, as it was a perfect opportunity to further her relationship with Chen Shanni.

Before long, the students arrived at the classroom one after another; when Yuan Mingqing entered from outside, she couldn't help but be stunned at the sight of the radiant Luo Qiqi.

That expression was as if she were meeting Luo Qiqi for the first time.

It was clearly the same sweet and lovely face, but she always felt something was strange, though she couldn't quite put her finger on where.

Right!

She had become prettier.

Although her skin condition was not quite up to Wu Yue'er and Chen Shanni's, it was still far better than the average woman's.

Everyone has a love for beauty.

Yuan Mingqing leaned in to examine her face closely and couldn't help but ask: "Qiqi, what skincare products did you use today? Your skin has suddenly become so good!"

Uh...

Luo Qiqi was slightly startled and subconsciously raised her hand to gently stroke her face.

It seemed...

It was much smoother and more delicate than before.

In fact, she had noticed this when washing up in the morning, but at first, she hadn't thought much of it, assuming it was just because she had rested well, which made her complexion look better.

Now, hearing Yuan Mingqing say that, she realized her skin had truly improved.

Subconsciously, Luo Qiqi attributed the cause to Shen Yan.

Could it be that after intimacy between a man and a woman, there would be such a magical change?

Wu Yue'er, Chen Shanni, and Hao Anqi were the most vivid examples.

For a time, Luo Qiqi was particularly curious about the secret to Chen Shanni's improved skin and had once humbly asked her for advice.

As it turned out, Chen Shanni recommended a moisturizing facial mask, saying that long-term use would bring surprises.

After using it for over half a month, Luo Qiqi felt the effect was just so-so; the skin of a young girl is naturally smooth, elastic, and full of collagen.

Whether using the mask or not made little difference.

Only Chen Shanni and Wu Yue'er were different, with skin so delicate that their pores were barely visible.

At first, Luo Qiqi even thought Chen Shanni was keeping secrets from her, and she felt secretly displeased.

It wasn't until the final exams last semester, while staying at the Chen residence, that Luo Qiqi was surprised to find the bathroom was too minimalist to be a girl's living space.

Body wash and shampoo were all that could be seen at a glance.

There was absolutely no trace of skincare products.

Luo Qiqi was immediately astonished and asked Chen Shanni if she was always so efficient.

But Chen Shanni gave a vague, perfunctory reply: "I just happened to run out yesterday and haven't had time to buy more."

Thinking about it carefully now, it wasn't that she had just run out and hadn't had time to buy more; she simply didn't need them at all.

No wonder the same mask produced completely different effects when used on different people.

It turns out it was missing Shen Yan, that indispensable catalyst.

That's not right either; if intimacy between a man and a woman had such immediate effects, why hadn't Yuan Mingqing shown such changes, beyond just having a rosy and glowing complexion?

"Qiqi?"

"Hey! Snap out of it!"

Just as Luo Qiqi was completely baffled, someone tapped her on the shoulder; after coming to her senses, she realized the others were looking at her with various expressions.

Among them, Chen Shanni and Wu Yue'er's eyes were flickering with suspicious light.

(I've been researching stocks these past two days, so I haven't had much heart to write the novel....)