Forever and always. (The END)
Forever and always. (The END)
Han Zihao gently pulled her into his embrace and whispered, his voice filled with warmth, "I miss her too. But today, I miss my wife even more. Today is our first marriage anniversary, and I want to end this precious day alone with you. Can't we do that? Huh?" His eyes sparkled, seeking her consent.
Xu Nuan paused to think, realizing how they barely had time for themselves since having Zixuan. Her heart warmed, and she nodded, hugging him back. "Where are we going, then? It's already dark. Where can we go at this time?" she asked, her voice tinged with curiosity.
Han Zihao looked at her, his smile widening into a meaningful grin. "I have already planned everything," he reassured her, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "Don't worry about it."
The mystery in his smile, combined with the promise of a special evening, filled Xu Nuan with a sense of excitement. Tonight was about them, and she knew that whatever Han Zihao had planned, would be perfect.
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Without wasting any more time, the couple boarded the private jet that Han Zihao had prepared, reminiscent of their honeymoon vacation. By the time they landed, the clock was already striking at 9 pm.
As they reached their destination, Xu Nuan's eyes widened with surprise at their destination, taking in the familiar scenery.
Her eyes grew misty, and emotion welled within her as she realized Han Zihao had brought her to the island he owned—the very place they had visited on their honeymoon. They had moved from reminiscing their wedding day to revisiting the same romantic location.
At the time of their honeymoon, she had been pregnant and couldn't fully enjoy all the activities the island offered and felt sick most of the time. However, this time, she was determined to savor everything she had missed before.
Her happiness surged to the point of tears.
Throwing her arms around Han Zihao, she snuggled into his embrace and whispered, "I am so happy that we came here. Thank you so much."
He hugged her back tightly, sharing in her joy, as they stood together on the island, ready to create new memories on the foundation of old ones. Their love, tested and proven, sparkled anew under the starlit sky.
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Upon arriving at their privately-owned property on the island, the couple was greeted by the stunning sight of blue water and lush greenery and the dark sky covered with a blanket of twinkling stars.
The caretaker of the property had thoughtfully prepared dinner and attended to their necessities before taking his leave.
After enjoying a romantic candlelit dinner, filled with laughter and tender glances, the couple decided to take a refreshing swim.
The swimming pool, attached to the balcony of their room, offered a breathtaking view of the night ocean. The sandy beach below seemed to sparkle in the moonlight, and stars scattered across the sky provided a heavenly backdrop.
As they slipped into the pool, the water's cool embrace was a delightful contrast to the tropical warmth. They swam together, sometimes playful, sometimes quiet, completely in tune with one another.
The world outside seemed to fade away, leaving only the two of them and the sound of gentle waves in the distance.
As they floated together in the pool, resting against the wall, Xu Nuan turned to Han Zihao, her eyes reflecting the twinkling stars above. "Do you remember when we first met at the hospital after you hit me with your car?" she asked, her voice soft and filled with nostalgia.
He laughed at her wording, a spark in his eyes. "How could I forget that day? If not for that accident, I would have missed the greatest joy of my life."
"That was the day I found you again and I'm so glad that you chased after me and made me feel what it means to be loved again. Otherwise, we might have missed each other in this lifetime too," Han Zihao said, a strange sense of fear tinting his voice.
Xu Nuan smiled at him, her eyes gentle. "That could never have happened. We met again because we were destined to meet. If we hadn't in this life, maybe the next one would have been our starting point." Her thoughts wandered, thinking about how fate had played a game on them.
From friends when she was little Jiang Yue, to lovers when she was Xu Nuan, their journey had been strange yet beautiful.
They're finally together.
Han Zihao noticed the tears welling in her eyes and pulled her into his comforting embrace, hugging her tightly. "Nuan, I feel the happiest at this moment. My life couldn't be better than this."
Choked with emotion, Xu Nuan nodded. "Me too. I am content with my life, and with you and Zixuan in it, every day is the happiest day of my life."
Their bodies pressed together, their heartbeats and rising temperatures resonating with their feelings.
Unable to resist the emotions swelling within him, Han Zihao leaned down and gently kissed the skin of her nape, eliciting a shudder from Xu Nuan at his sudden tenderness. His lips trailed from her nape to her collarbone, each kiss a soft testament to his love and desire.
Under the water, his mischievous hands caressed her waist and trailed to her bottom, making her shudder at his every electrifying touch.
Xu Nuan was immersed in the moment, her earlobes turning crimson and her body temperature rising with every sensual touch of his, despite being in the cool water. Her legs felt weak, and she clung to his neck for balance, placing all her weight on him, trusting him completely.
Han Zihao continued to tease her with his gentle touches and kisses, each one stoking the fire of their connection.
"Zi, let's go to the bed. I can't take it anymore," Xu Nuan whispered, her voice filled with longing and vulnerability. The consequences of Han Zihao's electrifying touches under the water and the wine she had earlier were making her feel dizzy and intoxicated with love more than alcohol.
Without a moment's delay, Han Zihao understood her desire and carefully lifted her out of the water in a princess-style embrace. He tenderly wiped her dripping-wet body with a towel and then wrapped her in a silk robe to prevent her from getting cold, each touch filled with love and care.
He carried her to the bed, and Xu Nuan's eyes widened as she took in the romantic setting. The room was decorated with beautiful flowers, red balloons, and a bed covered in rose petals. The room looked the same as it did when they came here for their honeymoon.
As Han Zihao laid her down on the bed, their eyes met, filled with anticipation and promise. He leaned closer and kissed her rosy lips with love and passion. While his lips were busy kissing her, his hands wandered over her body, caressing her skin through the silk robe, savoring the sensation.
"Ugh," Xu Nuan, who had her eyes closed, let out a moan, which caused Han Zihao's gentle actions to become hasty and urgent.
When he was at the peak of his control, Han Zihao broke the kiss, his eyes darkened with desire, as he whispered in her ear, "Xu Nuan, I want you. Now."
Xu Nuan's heart skipped a beat when she heard his raspy, breathy voice against her ears, making her shudder. She gulped nervously but rather than giving him an answer with words, she decided to use her actions.
She grasped his neck and pulled him for another deep and urgent kiss while her hands played with his dark, silky hair and caressed his naked back.
Han Zihao was pleased by her reaction.
It meant that as much as he wanted her, she needed him as well. He kissed her in return urgently while his hands pulled down on her silk robe, caressing her exposed skin.
Soon their wet swimsuits were lying on the floor, while the couple was busy exploring and rediscovering each other with their naked and bare bodies. The sounds of hasty breaths and soft cries filled the room, mingled with whispered words of love and longing.
They moved together as one, their connection deep and profound, in a dance that was both passionate and tender. The room, filled with the fragrance of flowers and the soft glow of candles, seemed to hold its breath as if bearing witness to something sacred and eternal.
After their exhausting intimate moment, Xu Nuan fell asleep tiredly. Han Zihao helped her wipe down and covered her with a blanket before pulling her into an embrace and hugging her to sleep.
He looked at her sleeping face and kissed her lips, whispering, "Happy one-year anniversary, Mrs. Han. I am so glad that you came into my life."
Xu Nuan, who was sleeping, seemed to have heard his words. She hugged him back and whispered, "Happy anniversary, my love. I love you too," while rubbing her face against his chest.
He chuckled and kissed her on the forehead before drifting to sleep.
Exhausted but content, they drifted off to sleep, holding each other tightly, knowing that they had each other, forever and always.
In this life, they are together, inseparable and intertwined. No force on earth can part them, for their love is a testament to eternity, a bond that time itself cannot break.