{Chapter: 110 Qiao Siying's throbbing heart and embarrassment!}
In less than two seconds after struggling internally, Yan Ruyue bit her lips, gritted her teeth, and began pressing down on Lin Yuan's shoulders with gentle but firm movements.
As she massaged Lin Yuan, her delicate fingers kneading his muscles, she found herself involuntarily inhaling the faint scent of his body—a mix of natural sweat and masculinity after the intense race. Her heartbeat quickened uncontrollably, pounding faster and faster within her chest. Her usually cool and composed demeanor wavered as her fair and elegant face flushed red.
The group of rich second-generation heirs standing nearby were left utterly speechless.
What the hell is going on?
The ice-cold young miss of the Yan family—one of Jiangbei's four great beauties—was not only wiping Lin Yuan's sweat just moments ago but was now also massaging his shoulders?
This was beyond shocking.
What is the definition of a true Young Master?
This—this is what you call a Young Master!
A supreme beauty massaging him so naturally, so obediently!
This is the kind of life a true Young Master should have!
Countless onlookers couldn't help but look at Lin Yuan with admiration and envy, silently regarding him as their new idol. Some even clenched their fists in frustration, wishing they could swap places with him, even if just for a moment.
Minutes passed.
After about five minutes, Qiao Siying finally returned, her breathing slightly heavy from exertion.
"8 minutes 26 seconds!" The referee glanced at his stopwatch and made the announcement in an indifferent tone.
8 minutes and 26 seconds—an impressive record in its own right.
But Lin Yuan had finished more than three minutes ahead of her, setting a time that was nothing short of earth-shattering in the world of equestrianism.
Qiao Siying's gaze immediately searched for Lin Yuan, expecting to see him just barely recovering from the exhausting ride.
Instead, what she saw stunned her.
Lin Yuan was already sitting calmly on the ground, looking completely relaxed as if he had never even raced. Even more shocking was the fact that he was enjoying a massage from Yan Ruyue—something that seemed almost impossible to believe.
Qiao Siying frowned and turned sharply to the referee. "When did he finish? How long did it take him?"
There was no way he could have that much of a lead.
The referee remained indifferent, replying faintly, "Young Master Lin's time was only 3 minutes and 12 seconds."
"...What?" Qiao Siying's eyes widened.
"Impossible! Three minutes?! That's absolutely impossible!"
She wasn't the type to accept defeat so easily, but this wasn't just about losing. It was about the numbers—they simply didn't make sense!
Even the most elite professional riders couldn't achieve such a feat!
"Your timing must be wrong!" she insisted, her voice carrying a mix of disbelief and frustration.
The referee scoffed, rolling his eyes slightly. "What's impossible? If you don't believe it, watch the replay yourself. The entire broadcast was focused on him from start to finish."
Truth be told, the referee had also been just as stunned when Lin Yuan set that record. The sheer shock of it nearly made him drop his stopwatch at the time.
Qiao Siying narrowed her eyes before hurrying to check the replay.
The moment the footage began playing, she was completely captivated.
She watched Lin Yuan dart through the dense forest, his movements precise and effortless. He turned around steep hills with masterful control, leaping over obstacles without hesitation.
His posture was flawless. His confidence was undeniable.
And when the camera captured the moment she herself had mocked him along the way…
Qiao Siying's face turned beet red in embarrassment.
She had thought she was so far ahead, yet in reality, she had merely been a fleeting moment in his unstoppable momentum.
For a second, she even forgot her frustration.
Because as she watched Lin Yuan in action, she felt… something strange.
Qiao Siying had spent years mastering equestrianism while studying abroad. She loved the sport. She had practiced tirelessly, refining her skills to an elite level.
Among the younger generation of the elite, she was considered the best. Even Tang Bowen—despite all his boasting—wasn't at her level.
But Lin Yuan?
He had completely crushed her.
3 minutes and 12 seconds versus 8 minutes and 26 seconds.
The gap was more than double her time!
The difference was so vast it was humiliating—and yet, undeniable.
She continued watching the replay. Lin Yuan's face remained calm and composed throughout the entire race. His every action exuded confidence and skill, like a knight charging valiantly across the battlefield.
And somehow, that image of him struck something deep within her.
Her heart pounded.
Bang, bang, bang!
Every beat became faster.
Qiao Siying had always hated Lin Yuan. She found him annoying, arrogant, and unbearable.
But now, seeing this side of him—this powerful, invincible equestrian figure—she couldn't reconcile it with the man who had previously made her cry.
He seemed like an entirely different person.
Her emotions became tangled, and her expression grew complicated.
At that moment, a crisp notification suddenly sounded in Lin Yuan's mind:
[Ding! Qiao Siying favorability +15! Reward: 800 Counterattack Points!]
Hearing the prompt, Lin Yuan, who was still enjoying Yan Ruyue's massage, instinctively glanced at Qiao Siying.
He immediately understood.
She must have just watched the replay.
Sensing his gaze, Qiao Siying reflexively turned toward him.
Their eyes met.
Lin Yuan's gaze remained calm and steady, showing no fluctuation.
Qiao Siying, however, panicked.
Her face felt hot, and she quickly looked away as if she had been burned.
She had no idea why she was reacting like this.
Her heart thumped wildly again.
'This man is incredibly annoying.' She bit her lip, but her emotions were far from stable.
Fortunately, a voice broke the awkwardness.
"Oh…It hurts… Don't press too hard… I feel like I'm dying…"
It was Tang Bowen's weak and pitiful voice.
Everyone turned to look—and burst into laughter.
Tang Bowen looked half-dead, his entire body wrapped in bandages like a mummy.
Clearly, he had taken a nasty fall.
But at least his helmet and arm guards had prevented worse injuries.
Meanwhile, Yan Ruyue—despite her efforts—was not a professional masseuse. Eventually, her delicate arms grew sore, and her movements became sluggish.
Lin Yuan, noticing her discomfort, didn't embarrass her further. He stood up, stretching slightly.
"Miss Qiao, five million should be transferred," he reminded casually.
"Hmph! I never go back on my word." Qiao Siying scoffed and immediately transferred the money.
Tang Bowen raised his bandaged hand weakly. "Master Lin… wait… I'll transfer mine soon!"
Lin Yuan chuckled and waved his hand. "No rush. I'll talk to you about something later."
At that moment, Qiao Siying stepped forward, arms crossed.
"Lin Yuan, I lost, so I have to grant your request. Just say it already. What do you want me to do?"
She was convinced that Lin Yuan had planned this just to humiliate her.
She had prepared herself for the worst.
But Lin Yuan merely raised an eyebrow.
He hadn't even thought about punishing her. His request was actually meant for Tang Bowen.
He didn't expect Qiao Siying to be so serious about it, thinking that it was aimed at her in order to humiliate her.
Lin Yuan saw Qiao Siying come closer to him.
Seeing how seriously Qiao Siying took it, Lin Yuan was momentarily amused.
Lin Yuan waved his hand and said: "Miss Qiao, don't think too much. My request to you, I'll talk about it another day."
"I haven't figured it out yet. Go back and prepare yourself. But Brother Tang Bowen, I have something to tell you."
Without sparing her another glance, Lin Yuan directly bypassed Qiao Siying and walked towards Tang Bowen.
Seeing Lin Yuan walk past her without even looking at her, Qiao Siying who was ready to accept the humiliation, was stunned.
Qiao Siying stood there, stunned.
She had been ready to be humiliated…
But now?
She felt awkward.
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