Uh…

Lin Lin gazed out the car window at the lavishly decorated love hotel, lost in thought.

Gao Liang, seated beside her, had clearly anticipated her reaction. He coughed awkwardly and explained,

“I checked multiple spots. After weighing everything, this was the most practical choice.”

“Practical my foot!” Lin Lin shook her head instantly, shrinking back slightly and eyeing him warily.

“W-where do you even hold tutoring sessions *inside a hotel*?! Shouldn’t it be a study center or… somewhere normal?!”

Seriously doubting his motives—this felt *way* off—she quickly pulled out her phone, set an emergency contact, then shot him a suspicious glare.

“Ahaha…” Gao Liang waved his hands, flustered under her stare. “Study centers are packed. No empty rooms. I worried you’d feel uneasy. You refused my place for privacy, so… a temporary room was the only option. Don’t worry—we leave by midnight. I won’t do *anything*, Lin Lin.”

Hmm…

Lin Lin’s lips twitched. *This guy…*

True, crowds made her tense and anxious.

But being alone with her arch-nemesis?

*Even worse.*

Seeing her hesitate, Gao Liang added hastily, “I checked it out—spacious room, full desk setup, spotless. Free snacks and drinks too. Deposit’s paid. Nothing weird’ll happen. Lin Lin… shall we go in?”

“Mmm…”

Tempting. Through the window, the hotel looked undeniably upscale—even if it *was* a love hotel.

She’d never stayed somewhere this fancy before.

…Anyway, *he’s* paying.

Might as well?

And honestly… no better spot existed.

Pouting, she hesitated a moment, then gave a slow nod.

Relieved, Gao Liang hopped out, opened her door, and waited as she stepped down. They walked into the hotel, one after the other.

Meanwhile—

Inside the taxi trailing the black car, Lin Yu stared, utterly dumbfounded, as Lin Lin stepped out, took hesitant steps, and followed the man into the love hotel.

Shock rendered him speechless. All that escaped his lips: “Holy crap.”

He fumbled for his phone. *Report what?* Someone’s… uh, no—*luring an innocent girl!*

What *was* this situation?!

Should he go in?

…Nah. Not his business. He wasn’t here to catch cheating.

Tell Mom and Dad? Risk a huge misunderstanding?

…Maybe just… wait and see?

“Hey kid,” the driver chuckled awkwardly into the rearview. “Getting out or what? Parked too long. If you’re not gonna act… just go in.”

Somehow, Lin Yu now wore an invisible green hat in the driver’s eyes—a clear misunderstanding.

Lin Yu blinked. “I’ll… get out.”

“Thirty yuan. Sigh… kids these days.”

Even after paying, Lin Yu couldn’t decipher the driver’s pitying glance. He crouched by the curb, eyes locked on the hotel entrance.

So…

Guy + girl + love hotel.

What *else* could they possibly be doing?!

…

Following Gao Liang down the corridor to the top-floor premium wing, Lin Lin froze.

*Whoa.* Tutoring? This room was *insanely* fancy.

She tugged his sleeve. He turned. “Th-this room’s too nice!” she blurted, flustered.

“Pfft—it’s just overnight. Leaves by midnight, so not pricey. Wanted the best experience for you, Lin Lin.”

“Oh…”

She nodded. Felt… oddly touched. *He’s actually thoughtful.*

But…

“Best experience for *me*”? Why did that sound so weird?

At the reserved room, Lin Lin curiously swiped the keycard, pushed the door open—and gasped. “Wow!”

Gao Liang smiled, closed the door, set his bag down. “Nice, right?”

Spacious—twice a normal room. Clean, cozy decor with soft pink accents. A huge bed. She pressed a hand to it. *So soft.*

…Too bad it’d stay unused. *Ahem.*

She kept murmuring “Wow, wow!” until catching Gao Liang watching. She snapped her mouth shut.

*Mmph…*

Sounded like a newbie.

Sitting stiffly on the bed, she scanned the room, trying to sound professional. “Light’s too bright. Can we dim it?”

“Sure.” Gao Liang pressed a switch.

The room dimmed—but neon lights flickered on: pulsing purple nightclub vibes, casting a dreamy glow over her.

Gao Liang glanced away quickly. Lin Lin blinked, confused… then realization hit.

A faint blush crept up her cheeks. “WHAT LIGHT IS THAT?! TURN IT OFF!”

“Ahem—” He jabbed the switch. White light returned. “Uh… probably a couple’s feature.”

“Tch. You don’t know much either.” Pouting, she turned back to the bed—accidentally pressed a button.

*Hummm…*

The bed began rocking gently. Lin Lin jolted, swaying. “Eh?! Why’s it shaking?! HELP!”

“Pfft—”

Gao Liang stepped over, shut it off, fighting a grin as he watched the flustered girl. “It’s… the rocking bed function.”

“Ah…”

She sat frozen, ruffling her hair in chaos.

This place… *really was* a love hotel.

Why so many weird features?!