Upon hearing the long-awaited notification tone, Mark finally felt relieved.

He let out a long sigh, walked to Wang Xiaomi's side, hoisted the dazed girl onto his broad shoulders, and then strode steadily toward the reserved double room.

The morning sunlight streamed in through the gaps in the curtains, casting a soft glow on the bed.

Wang Xiaomi was the first to wake up. She slowly opened her eyes, her head still a little dizzy, the hangover making her feel somewhat disoriented.

She subconsciously shifted her body and realized that she was lying on the bed with her clothes disheveled.

She tried hard to recall what had happened last night, but her mind was a jumbled mess, with many fragments blurry and only a few scattered images flashing through her mind.

Strangely, amidst this chaotic thought, she felt a strange sense of anticipation; she longed to see her second uncle.

Oh right, where's my second uncle? Once this thought popped into her head, she couldn't hold it in any longer.

She jumped out of bed hastily, her eyes searching the room. Suddenly, she saw a man lying on the carpet; the familiar figure was none other than her second uncle.

The moment she saw her second uncle, her previously flustered heart immediately calmed down.

Even she herself found it unbelievable. She had only known this man for less than 24 hours, but when he appeared in her bedroom, she felt neither afraid nor repulsed. Instead, she felt a slight urge to get closer to him.

She stood quietly by the bed, looking at her second uncle who was fast asleep on the floor.

Uncle was sleeping peacefully. The morning sunlight shone on his face, outlining his strong features. Wang Xiaomi was somewhat fascinated by his appearance. She couldn't help but think to herself: Uncle looks quite handsome when he sleeps.

Wang Xiaomi tiptoed closer, like a cautious kitten.

She bent down slightly, staring intently at the man in front of her, her eyes filled with curiosity and inquiry.

Unbeknownst to her, she and her second uncle grew closer and closer, close enough that they could feel each other's breath.

As if guided by some unseen force, she slightly pursed her lips and gently placed a kiss on her second uncle's face, the movement as soft as a feather brushing against him.

This sudden intimate gesture made Wang Xiaomi feel as if she had been electrocuted. She sat up abruptly, took a few steps back, and blushed deeply.

Her heart was pounding, and her mind was a jumbled mess. She couldn't understand why she felt such a strong attraction to this man she had only known for less than a day.

Was it because he stood up for her on the plane? Or because he treated her to that lavish dinner? Various thoughts swirled in her mind.

After a while, as if drawn by an invisible force, Wang Xiaomi had a bold idea: If I kiss him again, my second uncle probably won't notice, right? Thinking this, she slowly leaned closer to her second uncle, her eyes filled with a hint of nervousness and anticipation.

However, just as she was about to get closer again, she was surprised to find that her second uncle had opened his eyes.

Mark slowly opened his eyes and saw Wang Xiaomi blushing. She was looking at him shyly, like a child who had been caught doing something wrong, with a hint of panic and helplessness in her eyes.

Mark's lips curled into a warm smile as he softly asked, "Awake?" His voice carried the languidness of early morning, sounding exceptionally gentle in the quiet room.

Wang Xiaomi nodded gently, her cheeks still flushed. She pursed her lips and didn't speak, just quietly looking at Mark with a hint of shyness and complicated emotions in her eyes.

Mark sat up and looked at Wang Xiaomi seriously, saying, "Last night, you drank a lot of alcohol and got really drunk. I was worried about you, so I brought you back here."

But I was worried that you might vomit if you got drunk, and it wouldn't do if there was no one to take care of you in case of any unexpected situation, so I stayed to look after you.

You can rest assured about this; I guarantee with my integrity that I did nothing.

Wang Xiaomi suddenly interrupted him, saying firmly, "No need to explain, Second Uncle, I believe you are not the kind of person who takes advantage of others in distress."

Mark smiled, reached out and gently ruffled Wang Xiaomi's slightly messy hair with a doting gesture. He said with a smile, "You trust me that much? You don't know, I went through quite a mental struggle last night."

Wang Xiaomi seemed to have mustered up a great deal of courage, took a deep breath, and said, "Second Uncle, my name is Wang Xiaomi, and I am 25 years old this year. I grew up in a single-parent family. Although my life has had some ups and downs, it has been relatively happy."

I'm currently working as a clerk in a pet store. The salary isn't high, just enough to make ends meet. I recently broke up with my boyfriend, and I'm feeling pretty down. I came out of town hoping to clear my head. But ever since I met you, I've…

Her voice grew softer and softer, and the blush on her face spread to her ears, but her gaze did not waver in the slightest, staring straight at Mark.

Mark thought to himself that the effect of the Soul-Stealing Eyes skill was far too powerful, actually making a 25-year-old girl confess her feelings to him, a middle-aged man he had only known for less than two days.

However, since this adorable little girl had already been so candid, how could he let such a rare opportunity slip by? He looked at Wang Xiaomi with a burning desire in his eyes.

My name is Mark, I'm forty years old, I just got divorced, I have a sixteen-year-old daughter and a five-year-old son. I'm a physical education teacher and I own some shares in a gym, which I recently transferred to my daughter's name.

If you want to be with me, you need to get my mother, son, and daughter to accept you. You'll be a stepmother to two children as soon as you enter our family. My daughter, Ma Li, is going through a rebellious phase, so getting her to accept you will be very difficult. My mother is a kind person, but undeniably, she's also quite traditional.

Also, are you sure your family, your relatives, and your friends will support you marrying a man like me?

So, are you really ready, my little grain?

Wang Xiaomi was momentarily lost in thought, but after a moment of confusion, her eyes hardened, and she said, "Second Uncle, I've never been so serious before. I've made up my mind. I must be with you. No matter what difficulties lie ahead, they won't be able to defeat me, Wang Xiaomi. I'll show you what it means to love someone and accept them completely."

An hour later, the two walked out of the room intimately.

Mark earnestly rejected one of Wang Xiaomi's suggestions, which made Wang Xiaomi somewhat unhappy, and most of the courage she had finally mustered disappeared.

Seeing Wang Xiaomi's pouting lips, Mark suppressed his inner turmoil and savored the taste.

However, seeing Wang Xiaomi's still unsatisfied expression, Mark felt like he was about to go into "rage mode," wishing he could swallow this cute yet stubborn little lamb whole.

After the two left the hotel, Mark gently asked Wang Xiaomi where she wanted to go next.

Wang Xiaomi's eyes sparkled as she excitedly said she wanted to go swimming at the indoor swimming pool.

Mark looked puzzled, his brows furrowed. He simply couldn't understand why they would go to an indoor swimming pool when the beach was so close.

Wang Xiaomi tilted her head and blinked her big eyes as she explained that when she was in Beijing, she always swam in indoor swimming pools, and she missed that familiar atmosphere very much.

Moreover, this indoor swimming pool in Sanya is different; it's filled with pure seawater.

Mark was still a little confused. He spread his hands and said, "If you want to experience the seawater, why not just go in? Why bother going to a swimming pool?"

Wang Xiaomi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a playful smile. She said that what she wanted was to experience the unique taste of seawater indoors, that wonderful feeling of being surrounded by four walls yet feeling as if she were in the ocean, which she could not experience while swimming in the sea.

Looking at Wang Xiaomi's persistent and expectant eyes, Mark couldn't persuade her otherwise and had no choice but to nod in agreement.

Wang Xiaomi wore a dazzling and exquisitely designed swimsuit, which seemed tailor-made for her, perfectly outlining her extremely hot figure.

Her face was beautiful, her skin as white as snow, her eyes as bright as stars, and her lips naturally red. The moment she stepped into the swimming pool, she shone like a dazzling pearl, instantly attracting the attention of everyone present.

Three men dressed in a sleazy manner stared intently at Wang Xiaomi, their eyes filled with undisguised desire, like hungry wolves eyeing a tender lamb.

They not only stared greedily, but one of them even secretly took out his phone and leaned over to try to take a picture of Wang Xiaomi.

Meanwhile, the carefree Wang Xiaomi was immersed in the excitement of her upcoming swim, eagerly preparing to enjoy the unique experience of indoor seawater, completely unaware of the malicious gazes and subtle actions around her.

At this moment, Mark came out of the changing room. He immediately saw the three men with ulterior motives and the oblivious Wang Xiaomi. His eyes sharpened, and he quickly walked forward, stretching out his strong arm to pull Wang Xiaomi into a tight embrace.

That posture was as if he were declaring to the world that Wang Xiaomi was his, and that no one else could covet her.

Upon seeing this, the three men were taken aback at first, then wisely took a few steps back, chuckling and muttering some filthy words, before turning to leave.

However, the few words they uttered as they left were as sharp as poisonous thorns. Their words were filled with malicious contempt for Wang Xiaomi, even slandering her as a kept woman.

Wang Xiaomi was never one to swallow her anger, and upon hearing this, she immediately flew into a rage, her face turning bright red as she shouted, "Who are you talking to? Stop right there!" Her voice echoed through the swimming pool, attracting even more attention.

The three men stopped and turned around. One of them had a mocking smile on his face, a smile that Wang Xiaomi found particularly irritating. He said sarcastically, "What's wrong? Did I hit a nerve? Getting angry?"

Mark's already gloomy face grew even colder, and the chill in his eyes seemed to freeze the surrounding air.

He stepped forward, firmly shielding Wang Xiaomi behind him, and said to the three men in a low and authoritative tone, "Gentlemen, bullying a little girl is not something a man should do. Watch your mouths."

The man, oblivious to the danger, laughed and said, "Yeah, what a real man should do is pick up little girls, right?" His tone was full of provocation.

A cold glint flashed in Mark's eyes, and he instantly activated his hard qigong, causing his aura to change abruptly.

Suddenly, he raised his foot, and with a force of 15 points, he kicked the man who had spoken like a cannonball.

The man was kicked away like a tattered sack, landing with a "plop" in the swimming pool, creating a huge splash.

That wasn't all. Mark spun around and charged at another man nearby like a cheetah. His right arm muscles tensed, and a powerful punch whistled out, striking the man squarely in the chest.

The powerful force sent the man flying backward, his feet leaving the ground and crashing heavily to the ground, where he remained unable to get up for a long time.

Just then, the remaining man seized the opportunity and kicked Mark hard in the waist.

Mark didn't dodge or flinch. He snorted coldly and grabbed the man's leg with his left hand, which felt like an iron clamp.

Immediately afterward, he roared and, with all his might, spun the man around like a top. The man arced through the air before splashing into the swimming pool.

Wang Xiaomi watched with great excitement, shouting, "Second Uncle, you're amazing!" Her voice was filled with admiration and excitement.

The three men were in a sorry state in the swimming pool, cursing incessantly.

Although they were red with anger, they looked at Mark's menacing figure on the shore and their eyes showed fear. They only dared to shout loudly in the water, but none of them dared to swim up.

Wang Xiaomi's eyes lit up, she grabbed a long wooden pole and ran to the edge of the swimming pool.

She gripped the wooden pole with both hands and lashed it at the three men in the water several times, saying as she did so, "This is what happens when you talk nonsense!"

Only after she had vented her anger did she throw down the wooden pole and swagger out of the indoor swimming pool with Mark, leaving the three men in the water still angry and annoyed.

After the two left the indoor swimming pool, Mark sighed and said, "We didn't even get to experience the indoor seawater. What should we do? Where should we go?"

Wang Xiaomi's eyes sparkled, and she said to Mark with anticipation, "How about we go scuba diving?" Her expression was like that of a child who had discovered a new and wonderful treasure.

Upon hearing this, Mark was puzzled. He had never participated in such a high-level sport before. However, seeing Wang Xiaomi's longing expression, he couldn't bear to refuse and nodded in agreement after a moment's hesitation.

The two quickly arrived at the beach, where the sea shimmered under the sunlight, a breathtaking sight. Wang Xiaomi eagerly put on her diving gear, adjusted herself, and gracefully submerged into the water.

Unexpectedly, her cell phone, which she had left on the shore, rang shortly after she went down.

Mark instinctively picked up his phone and answered. After saying just a couple of sentences, he suddenly realized his awkward situation and stammered, unsure how to explain himself.

On the other end of the phone was Wang Xiaomi's mother. Hearing Mark's vague answer, she thought something had happened to her daughter. Her voice changed with fright as she anxiously pressed for answers on the other end of the line.

Mark panicked and, without bothering to explain, hurriedly hung up the phone. He was frantic and jumped into the water to find Wang Xiaomi.

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