SWNOVELXO Chapter 22:
Chapter 22:
Luxury cars were not particularly appealing to Lin Chuan, a super-rich second-generation heir.
However, the “Combat Mastery” reward was quite tempting.
No matter how tight his security was, there was always a chance for lapses.
If he could gain the ability to protect himself, that would be ideal.
But training in combat required both time and dedication—neither of which he had.
If the system could grant him instant mastery, saving him from the hard work, then that would be perfect.
Without hesitation, he chose the third option.
“Alright, alright, enough nonsense. If you’re coming, hurry up. I’ll wait for ten minutes. If you’re not here by then, don’t bother coming.”
He spoke impatiently and immediately hung up the phone.
Not only was Ning Wenrou shocked, but even the two bodyguards behind him were taken aback.
Their young master used to be infamous in Zhonghai for being a shameless lapdog.
To win Lu Chaoge’s favor, he had once stood outside her building for an entire day and night, holding flowers, yet she never spared him a glance.
Now, the roles had reversed.
Lu Chaoge was the one calling him, yet he acted indifferent.
Could it be…
He had already won her over?
Gotten bored?
Kicked her aside after having his fun?
Lin Chuan had no intention of explaining anything to the bodyguards. He casually shrugged off his robe and dove into the swimming pool.
After paddling around for a while, he found it boring and turned his gaze toward Ning Wenrou, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
The moment she saw his expression, she had a bad feeling and quickly tried to escape.
“Stop right there!”
His commanding tone froze her in place.
Ning Wenrou bit her lip and forced a smile as she turned around. “Master, your room hasn’t been cleaned yet. I’ll go take care of it now…”
“Do you have a swimsuit?” Lin Chuan interrupted, his eyes scanning her up and down.
“I don’t.”
“No problem. There are plenty in my wardrobe. Go pick one and change.”
“Master, I don’t know how to swim,” Ning Wenrou said, biting her lower lip.
“Even better. I’ll teach you. Stop talking and go change.” Lin Chuan urged impatiently.
“Master, I…”
Feeling utterly humiliated, Ning Wenrou was about to muster the courage to refuse when Lin Chuan’s next words completely shattered her resolve.
“Little maid, you wouldn’t want me to leave you a bad review, would you?”
“…Yes, Master.”
Her lips trembled with grievance as she turned to change.
Lin Chuan then waved at the two bodyguards. “Go stand guard outside. When Miss Lu arrives, just let her come to the backyard.”
“Yes, Young Master.”
The two bodyguards had initially hoped to stay and enjoy the view, but with Lin Chuan’s command, they had no choice but to leave reluctantly.
As Lin Chuan effortlessly floated on his back in the pool, a timid voice suddenly called out, “Master~~”
Turning his head, his eyes widened in surprise.
Ning Wenrou had chosen a very conservative one-piece swimsuit, revealing only her pale arms and long legs.
Yet, even in such modest swimwear, she was still incredibly alluring.
Especially certain areas… The swimsuit was stretched so tightly it seemed like it might burst at any moment.
The nutrition was certainly well-balanced!
Lin Chuan couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.
Meanwhile, Ning Wenrou felt deeply humiliated.
She tugged at the edges of the swimsuit, trying to cover herself as much as possible.
Lin Chuan waved her over. “What are you standing there for? Get in.”
She hesitated at the pool’s edge, reluctant to share the water with this infuriating man.
Seeing her stall, Lin Chuan lost his patience and swam over, grabbing her delicate ankle and pulling hard.
“Ahh! Help—”
Ning Wenrou lost her balance and fell straight into the pool.
Since she couldn’t swim, she panicked, flailing in the water.
In desperation, she grabbed onto something, clinging to it like a lifeline.
Once she calmed down, she realized—she was wrapped tightly around Lin Chuan.
He was wearing nothing but swimming trunks, his upper body completely bare.
Their bodies were pressed so close together… It was utterly mortifying.
Her face instantly turned crimson, and she quickly pushed him away.
Lin Chuan remained unfazed. “Why are you so nervous?”
“Master, I…” Ning Wenrou met his gaze and felt a wave of fear. She wanted to turn and flee.
But she truly didn’t know how to swim. After taking just two steps, she stumbled in the water and barely managed to steady herself.
At that moment, Lin Chuan glided toward her like a sleek fish. “You’re hopeless. You don’t even know how to swim? Let me teach you.”
With that, he reached out and grabbed her shoulders.
Ning Wenrou shuddered at his touch, desperately wanting to escape.
But Lin Chuan was strong. He gave her no chance to run and immediately started guiding her movements, showing her how to coordinate her arms and legs.
Realizing she had no way out, Ning Wenrou had no choice but to focus on his instructions and practice.
Just as Lin Chuan was fully absorbed in teaching Ning Wenrou, two women arrived at the backyard.
It was none other than Lu Chaoge and Xu Manli.
The moment they saw Lin Chuan and Ning Wenrou in the pool, they were completely stunned.
That… was way too intimate!
Lin Chuan’s back was turned to them, but he instantly sensed their presence.
He smirked and deliberately wrapped his arm around Ning Wenrou’s shoulder, making their posture even more intimate.
“Move your arms wider. Imagine they’re oars pushing through the water…”
His warm breath tickled Ning Wenrou’s ear, making her blush down to her neck.
Meanwhile, behind them, Lu Chaoge’s face turned icy cold.
No matter what, she was still Lin Chuan’s fiancée in name. Seeing her so-called fiancé getting cozy with another woman right in front of her made her absolutely furious.
Yet, out of pride, she held herself back from losing her temper.
But Xu Manli wasn’t so restrained. She immediately stepped forward and scolded, “Lin Chuan, you’ve gone too far!”
Lin Chuan turned around slowly, as if just noticing them. “What did I do?”
“You know exactly what you did! You’re engaged to Chaoge—how can you be this close with another woman? Do you have no shame?” Xu Manli fumed on behalf of her best friend.
After receiving Lin Chuan’s “ten-minute ultimatum,” Lu Chaoge had rushed over so fast she almost got into a car accident.
Only to witness this scene.
As expected, Lin Chuan was just as shameless as ever.