ATPnovel Chapter 176 I'll Give You a Kiss
Chapter 176 I'll Give You a Kiss
Leng Meng bit her lower lip, trying to suppress the uncontrollable sounds in her throat, but soft, kitten-like hums still escaped intermittently.
The blush on her cheeks was no longer a light rouge color, but a flush like that of someone drunk, spreading all the way to the tips of her ears and her neck, making her look like a ripe fruit waiting to be picked.
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Studio:
"Holy crap! Lin Feng's moves... a one-stop service from ear cleaning to foot massage? That's amazing! Absolutely incredible!"
"This isn't a massage; it's clearly 'playing with' a work of art! I'm so envious, I'm really envious!"
"Commander Leng Meng's expression... awsl! So this is what it's like when an ice queen melts!"
"What does Lin Feng do in real life? A top-notch physical therapist?"
"Education Bureau! All Chosen Ones, take note! This is the correct way to build relationships with NPCs!"
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The massage lasted for about half an hour.
Lin Feng watched as the feet in his hands, which had been tense and stiff, became soft and warm, and the red marks faded considerably, before he stopped, satisfied.
He didn't release it immediately, but instead magically produced a small porcelain jar. When he opened it, it contained a pale green paste that emitted a cool herbal scent.
"This is a soothing balm I made myself. It's a bit cooling, but it's very effective at promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, and relieving fatigue."
He explained, taking a small amount with his finger and gently and evenly applying it to areas where there were still marks or soreness, such as Leng Meng's ankles and insteps.
The cool touch, combined with the herbal scent, further soothed the last vestiges of discomfort.
After carefully applying the ointment, Lin Feng picked up the cotton socks and carefully helped Leng Meng put them on.
Finally, he carefully put the worn-out military boots back on her feet.
"All done." He looked up after finishing everything, his forehead covered in fine beads of sweat, but his eyes remained bright.
Leng Meng slowly opened her eyes, the dazed look in them not yet completely gone.
She looked at Lin Feng, who was half-squatting in front of her with a serious expression, and then looked down at her feet, which had been so carefully cared for. A strange, warm feeling of being cherished and tenderly cared for quietly flowed through her heart.
This kid may indeed have had the intention of ingratiating himself, but the thoughtfulness and genuine care in his actions were real and undeniable.
Far more effective than empty flattery or gifts in touching the corner of her heart beneath her icy exterior.
She wiggled her toes, the lingering tingling sensation and the cool ointment feeling creating a wonderfully comfortable sensation.
[Ding! Leng Meng's favorability +10]
Current favorability rating: 85/100
Leng Meng didn't speak immediately, but gave Lin Feng a deep look.
The gaze was no longer sharp, but shimmered with a complex, watery softness.
Suddenly, she subtly curved her lips into a smile and beckoned to Lin Feng with her index finger.
Lin Feng understood and immediately leaned closer.
The next second, a warm, soft touch, carrying the unique, refreshing scent of lemon, gently landed on his lips, then vanished in an instant.
"This is a reward for you." Leng Meng's voice was low, with a hint of feigned composure and languor.
Lin Feng stood there, stunned, the soft touch lingering on his lips like a dream.
He subconsciously raised his hand to touch his lips, then his eyes lit up with surprise, and he almost blurted out:
"Too fast... I haven't had a chance to fully experience it... Could we... do it again?"
His tone was half probing and half genuinely nostalgic.
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Studio:
"They kissed! She went all in! Commander Leng Meng took the initiative! I'm so excited!!"
"Lin Feng, you dare to haggle? You've got some nerve! (Well done!)"
"Too fast, I haven't had a chance to fully appreciate it"—Lin Feng spoke my mind! Director, please show us a slow-motion replay!
"Shocking! A certain legendary hero won the heart of an aloof commander with his massage skills!"
"This isn't a survival horror story, it's a dating simulator! I'm reporting it! (Screenshotting like crazy)"
"While the other chosen ones are still being hunted down by the rules, Lin Feng is already flirting with his superior in his boudoir???"
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Leng Meng's already slightly flushed cheeks instantly heated up even more. Her eyes widened immediately, and the previous romantic atmosphere was replaced by a coquettish reproach.
"You think you can just fly after I give you a firecracker?!"
She turned to the side, her tone leaving no room for argument: "Go back to your dorm... I need to change and get ready for work."
Lin Feng knew when to stop, realizing that today's "benefits" had reached their limit.
He immediately dropped his joking expression, picked up the foot basin from the ground, and said with utmost seriousness, "Yes, yes, you're busy, I'll clean it up right away."
He deftly poured out the water, put the towels and other items back in their places, then nodded slightly to Leng Meng, who had turned her back and seemed to be catching her breath, before quietly leaving the room and gently closing the door behind her.
Inside the door, listening to his footsteps fading into the distance, Leng Meng raised her hand and gently pressed her still burning cheek with her fingertips.
A moment later, a faint but genuine smile finally crept onto her lips.
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Back in his dorm, Lin Feng went straight to his bed and threw himself heavily onto the not-so-soft mattress, quickly drifting into a hazy, half-asleep state.
Just as consciousness was about to sink into the depths of darkness—
"Lin Feng"
A clear, deep voice, as if it were right next to his ear, pierced his mind without warning.
Lin Feng suddenly opened his eyes. The dormitory was dark and silent, with only a few pale lights coming in from outside the window.
Auditory hallucinations? Or excessive stress?
He closed his eyes again, trying to attribute the disturbance to fatigue.
However, in just a few breaths—
"Lin Feng"
The second call has come.
It was clearer than the first time, with a peculiar dragging quality to the end of the note, like a cold thread gliding across nerve endings.
Lin Feng's sleepiness vanished instantly, and his heart beat steadily and powerfully in his chest.
He recalled rule number four of the dormitory rules: ignore the first two times, but for the third time you must immediately go to the cooling-off room.
Breathing was deliberately slowed down, almost to the point of being silent.
He was waiting, and also confirming.
He didn't have to wait too long.
"Lin Feng—"
The third call arrived as expected.
This time, the voice lacked that eerie stickiness, but carried a more authoritative and commanding tone.
Without the slightest hesitation, Lin Feng threw off the covers, got up, and headed towards the calming room with a clear goal in mind.
Along the way, we encountered several trainee prison guards who were hurrying by, and we nodded to each other in greeting.
Soon, the cold, lifeless metal door stood before them, its eerily glowing red card slot resembling the pupil of a Cyclops.
Lin Feng pulled out his access card, his fingertips steady, aimed, and inserted it.
"Beep—"
The green light came on, and with a "click," the door lock was released.
He pushed open the heavy, tombstone-like door and went inside.
Behind him, the door closed and locked automatically with a dull "bang," completely isolating him from the outside world.
The room is ten square meters, with dark gray walls, ceiling, and floor that absorb light, making the space feel cramped. The only light source is a pale white light tube.
The huge LCD screen was dark, the brown leather sofa below waited quietly, and the black mesh speaker in the corner looked like the lurking eyes of a beast.
Soon, blood-red text on the screen suddenly lit up, accompanied by a cold, synthesized electronic voice:
"Cooling-down procedure initiated. Please read and follow the rules."
[Rules: Please reduce your heart rate to below 70 beats per minute before the countdown ends, and maintain this level for at least 3 minutes. Timing starts: 29:59]
At the bottom of the screen, a huge number began to jump—[Heart Rate: 77]