Chapter 81
Second floor of the sauna. In a lounge at the west end. On the sofa, Gu Pan lay curled up, resting. His expression was serene, his complexion rosy. Though he hadn’t been drinking, he looked intoxicated. This was the effect of the high-temperature sauna. The increased blood circulation and open pores eased his mental stress, bringing a calm and soothing effect. To Su Chiyuan, however, it looked more like submission. A compliant Gu Pan was more reassuring than ever. His hands were clasped together and placed near his ear. The unintentional sleeping posture of a twenty-year-old boy aroused a desire to peek into his dreams. Su Chiyuan tried his best to make no extra noise. Every minute the boy stayed still was a minute of peace. Stillness was far more comforting than the energetic gestures of a boy drifting in a raging river. Racetracks, climbing walls, roller coasters… those exuberant images of youth were impressive, but now, they paled in comparison to the peaceful sight before him. Because in this state, Gu Pan couldn't chase after the woman he believed to be his love. He couldn’t be near her. That brought Su Chiyuan comfort. Gu Pan kep