Chapter 968 Secret Pleasure
Seeing that he had almost angered his cousin again, Kevin stuck out his tongue and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that beautiful women tended to have big tempers. Audrey, Grace, and Natalie were all stunning, but their tempers were progressively worse. Audrey had occasional outbursts, Grace had a fiery temperament, and Natalie, despite her constant smile, was far more ruthless than both Audrey and Grace. Kevin had witnessed Natalie reprimanding her subordinates in a bar, her terrifying demeanor enough to make anyone wet themselves.
Kevin shuddered at the thought of what would happen if these three women ever met. Since getting involved with Audrey, he had consciously distanced himself from the others. He hadn't visited Evelyn's house, rarely contacted Vanessa, but frequently received texts from Natalie, containing either explicit phrases or selfies of her in lingerie. These messages ignited his lust, yet he didn't dare seek out Natalie for satisfaction. He was sure Audrey would turn against him if she found out about his affair with Natalie.
Kevin regretted not controlling himself that night and being seduced by Natalie. At that time, he was feeling somewhat disheartened and wanted to indulge himself. Moreover, Natalie was an irresistibly exceptional woman—her appearance and figure top-tier, paired with the added thrill of her being Jasper's mistress. For a lustful high school student like Kevin, she was impossible to resist.
However, Natalie was not someone Kevin could handle. Previously, the women Kevin had relationships with were mainly within the system or, like Evelyn, housewives with simple backgrounds. His relationships with them were more like mother-son or sibling-like. Vanessa was slightly different, but even her cunning was no match for Natalie. Vanessa struggled to deal with Quentin and needed Kevin’s help, while Natalie maneuvered among gangsters like Jasper and Douglas with ease, a well-known figure back in her hometown.
Those wild days with Natalie had provided Kevin with unforgettable sexual experiences. Had he been inexperienced, he would have easily fallen for the alluring and mature gangster woman, becoming her devoted informant. But Kevin wasn't short on women; with Audrey and Grace, who were equally stunning, he eventually snapped back to reality. Audrey's voluptuous allure kept him grounded, realizing that Natalie was too dangerous and that keeping his distance was wise.
Fortunately, Natalie had been preoccupied with Clearbrook's tourism development and hadn't pursued Kevin as frequently, sparing him further entanglement.
As Audrey bent over to wash her calves, her long, smooth legs tensed, and her plump, succulent buttocks faced Kevin directly. Her peach-like cheeks swayed enticingly, the firm flesh gently quivering, exuding the mature charm of a youthful woman.
Kevin couldn't help but swallow as he gazed at Audrey's white, ample buttocks. Among the women he knew, Grace's enormous, round bottom was the most alluring, begging to be penetrated from behind. Audrey's hips, though not as pronounced, were perfectly smooth, delicate, and irresistibly inviting.
That night at the Hilton Hotel, while Kevin mostly penetrated Audrey from the front, he had also tried the rear entry position. Although it didn't provide the same view of Audrey's captivating expressions, this position offered a far more intense thrill, akin to riding a seductive mare across an endless prairie, an unparalleled experience.
After washing her calves, Audrey looked back at Kevin and saw him staring blankly at her body. "Why aren't you washing? Hurry up and finish so we can go home," she chided.
Watching Audrey’s full breasts bounce and noticing her wet pubic hair clinging together above her plump labia, Kevin’s penis involuntarily rose. Faced with such a seductive woman, no man could remain indifferent unless they were a eunuch.
Audrey glanced at Kevin’s erect penis and couldn’t help but laugh. Since their relationship began, she found it difficult to scold him as she had before. "I can't believe you; you just never stop," she said helplessly.
"Sis, I can't help it; I'm really pent up," Kevin chuckled, walking over to her and embracing her smooth, voluptuous body. His erect penis nudged against her slippery vulva as his hands instinctively found their way to her firm breasts, fondling them expertly. Her nipples, stimulated, quickly became erect.
Audrey’s nipples, originally quite small, had grown larger and longer from Kevin’s persistent play. Her cup size had gone from an E to a G, and the nipples themselves had thickened from bean-sized to nearly the diameter of his little finger, now a deep red when engorged. Kevin was obsessed, continuously fondling, pinching, and squeezing them. He pressed down on the flexible tips, letting them spring back up, then pinched and twisted them between his thumb and forefinger, feeling them harden rapidly before moving on to the other. He alternated this until both nipples were stiff and erect.
"No... please..." Audrey moaned softly as Kevin teased her sensitive nipples, her full, voluptuous breasts shaking wildly. Below, his hot glans rubbed against her entrance, stimulating both her upper and lower sensitive spots simultaneously, quickly plunging her into a state of arousal. Her eyes closed, she groaned quietly, her hands instinctively wrapping around Kevin’s waist, her body writhing gently, her breathing becoming heavy and rapid, and her heart racing.
Kevin's hand wandered down, stroking her inner thighs and full, round buttocks. The young woman's mature, firm body was saturated with irresistible sexual allure, yet she had never opened herself to any male before. Now, however, she allowed Kevin to play with her as he pleased.
"Sis, you want it, don't you? Let's do it again," Kevin panted, one hand pinching Audrey's erect, rosy nipple, while the other reached between her thighs, fingers teasing her warm, slippery lips, causing her labia to spread open. Crystal-clear juices seeped from her slit, and as he inserted his fingers into her vagina, he felt the soft folds of flesh inside enveloping and sucking at his fingertips.
Audrey's body, weakened by Kevin's teasing, trembled, her snow-white, plump figure shivering. She glanced at Kevin with a mix of sorrow and desire, her eyes half-closed, her expression drenched in lust, her resolve to refuse utterly dissolved.
Seeing her reaction, Kevin immediately scooped her up and hurried out of the bathroom, eager to reach the bedroom. He gently placed the beautiful teacher on the bed and glanced at the wedding photo of Audrey and Jason on the bedside table, excitement coursing through him. This was where he would finally consummate their passion in front of Jason's image. Jason had not cherished her—this was the consequence.
Audrey lay naked on the bed, her plump, elongated body fully exposed. Her skin was smooth as milk, her full, white breasts rising and falling with her breath, and her long, rounded legs squeezed tightly together. Below her small, taut belly, a dark tuft of curly hair concealed the entrance to her inviting honey pot.
Looking at Audrey's goddess-like flawless body, Kevin felt as if he were dreaming. Initially, his feelings for her were all about a teenager's instinctive lust for a mature woman, much like his feelings for other young female teachers at school. If not for that fortuitous event when he drove her home, he might have buried these feelings deep inside, turning them into cherished memories many years later.
Never had he imagined forming such an intimate relationship with a cousin ten years his senior. He was infatuated with her body: her prominently protruding breasts haunted his waking thoughts and occupied his dreams. Each lonely night, he fantasized about holding this seductive teacher in his arms, intertwining their bodies. Now, his dreams had come true; he had deeply penetrated Audrey's vagina, finally injecting his fiery, viscous essence into her. But this was not the end—having conquered her body, Kevin craved more. He wanted to possess Audrey entirely, to share her every joy and sorrow, falling asleep with her every night and waking up in their shared bliss.
"Sis, I love you," Kevin said softly, climbing atop Audrey's body. Seeing her ample breasts lying like droplets on her chest, with her erect nipples standing proudly, he couldn’t help but lower his head and take one into his mouth, gently sucking his tongue. His other hand began to knead the other breast.
"So good..." Audrey gasped, her moans stifled. Her body went limp, allowing Kevin to do as he wished. The formidable teacher had now become a mere plaything beneath Kevin’s pelvis.
Kevin sucked and nibbled on her nipples, feeling them harden again. With a grin, he let the wet, sucked nipples pop free from his mouth and began kissing down her smooth, flat belly. Her abdomen was soft and warm, exuding the fresh scent of shower gel, with her dainty navel rising and falling as she breathed. Unable to resist, Kevin licked her navel with the tip of his tongue, making Audrey's belly twitch involuntarily, showcasing her sensitivity.
Finally, Kevin’s mouth reached Audrey’s lower body, where she was already soaked. Her dark, dense pubic hair lay over her plump vulva, and the tender slit was slightly parted, exuding a mesmerizing scent. Taking a deep breath, Kevin licked her smooth labia, tasting a mixture of shower gel fragrance and faint musk. Spreading her labia with his fingers, he saw a clitoris the size of a pea at the top. For any woman, the clitoris was the most sensitive area, and Audrey was no exception. Every time Kevin touched it, her usual reserve would instantly collapse.
"Oh, no... oh oh..." Audrey felt Kevin's tongue skillfully licking and sucking her clitoris. The sensitive nub sent waves of numbness through her, quickly flooding her slit with juices. Her full buttocks instinctively swayed side to side.
Hearing her soft moans, Kevin grew more excited, sucking and nibbling her clitoris vigorously. He soon felt her body spasm as a stream of juices gushed from her slit. He quickly opened his mouth to capture the sweet nectar, savoring it as though it were the finest ambrosia.
Audrey gasped, her eyes brimming with lust as she looked down at Kevin, lying beneath her. Her lower belly was burning with desire, and she softly urged, "What are you waiting for? Come inside."
At her words, Kevin climbed onto her soft, warm body, positioning his penis at her wet entrance. With one thrust, the glans penetrated her tight vagina. He felt the soft, wet folds envelop his shaft, intensifying his pleasure as he began to thrust deeply.
Audrey lifted her hips, spreading her legs wide to accommodate him, her face radiant with desire, her gestures full of sensuality. Watching her, Kevin's blood boiled. He thrust his twenty-centimeter penis in and out of her deep vagina, grinding the delicate, sensitive inner walls with his glans. The sensations were so exquisite that his brow furrowed, his breath hitching, and he felt unprecedented pleasure coursing through him. His anus puckered, and his features contorted, making him gasp and cry out uncontrollably.
Each thrust melded Kevin intimately with Audrey’s body, her tight, suction-like cavity enveloping his penis almost unbearably. Had he not already ejaculated once earlier, this undulating, constricting grip would have driven him to his climax instantly, leaving him somewhat disheartened.
Despite his previous stamina with Alissa and Evelyn, where he could last over thirty minutes and even handle double sessions with mature women like Alissa and Grace, and despite the rigorous enhancement training with Natalie improving his sexual technique and endurance to adult male standards, Audrey's exceptional grip still tested his limits. Audrey's vagina was not just tight and deep; its plump, pliable walls robustly bounced back against every thrust, layering in dense folds increasingly compact the deeper he went, delivering pleasure with geometric intensity. Even after experiencing the prowess of Evelyn, Vanessa, and Natalie, Kevin found himself outmatched by Audrey’s supreme physique.
As his glans penetrated her, it passed through the snug entrance, the firm walls of the vaginal canal, and the tapered opening of her cervix, each stage a treacherous, exhilarating ordeal. At the entrance, tender folds caressed his glans from every angle, heightening the stimulation. Past the entrance, the anterior vaginal wall's textured ridges provided a different kind of intense friction, escalating his pleasure incrementally until he reached the cervix's final, titanic challenge.
Audrey’s cervix was uniquely structured, requiring precise angling for full entry. As Kevin adjusted, the cervix's thick, ring-like walls provided a powerful embrace around his glans, stronger with every deeper thrust. This culmination, following the sensory accumulation from the prior barriers, reached an apex at the cervix, where the tight, sucking sensation pushed Kevin close to ejaculation, often maintaining his release until utterly drained, earning the title of Audrey's fearsome ultimate extractor.
On his first entrance into Audrey’s vagina, Kevin didn’t even survive to the final gate; the dense, robust ridges of her vaginal walls milked him within ten seconds. Subsequent intercourses showed improvement but never exceeded ten minutes. The daunting factor was Audrey’s consistent, passive receptiveness, yet to unleash her full prowess. Were Audrey to abandon her restraint and embrace an active fervor like Vanessa or Natalie, Kevin's endurance would be further challenged.
Inside her cavernous vagina, the layered rings and juicy ridges created an addictive paradise of lust. Each stroke rubbed Kevin’s swollen glans against these pulsing textures, the substantial shaft engorging, veins protruding, stretching Audrey’s lower body to full capacity. Audrey’s guttural screams echoed, her long, graceful legs clamping tight around his waist, greeting his enormous member double her husband's size. The twenty-centimeter rod filled her entirely, with no gap between his shaft’s base and her entrance. Her vaginal walls flexibly adjusted, shadowing his every movement meticulously.
The tight cervical ring fit the glans crown snugly, a perfect natural pairing, whilst inside her uterus, the head encountered countless soft tissues massaging and swallowing the sensitive eye. Each wave of pleasure swirled within her chamber, bombarding his tip with ceaseless eroticism.
Under the rhythmic suction and contracting of Audrey’s blessed vagina, Kevin soon lost control, moving in sync with her, unable to hammer forcefully. Audrey, now bursting with mature sensuality, guided their passion, slowly grinding her lush labia against his root. Her solid, white buttocks, functioning like colossal millstones, seemed ready to pulverize his genital. The relentless pressure made Kevin squint, clench his teeth, and almost reconsider his resolve, contemplating retreat.
Audrey, reveling in the carnal delight, took charge, pushing Kevin down and mounting him. Her ample, firm buttocks gyrated and squeezed him vigorously. Her voluptuous, milky-white body flushed rosy from desire. Amid their frenzied pace, the rickety bed groaned under the onslaught of their actions, her buoyant breasts jiggling entrancingly, her allure irresistible.
Overwhelmed by her enticing display, Kevin finally surrendered, exploding within her, his hot essence surging into Audrey’s womb. Her exquisite body undulated from the impact, her outcry resonating through the room, reaching a transcendental peak, lingering and echoing like a melody that might haunt the space for days. The fervor eventually subsided, leaving only the sounds of their heavy breathing and racing heartbeats.
Kevin, breathless and gazing at his beautiful, still-trembling cousin sprawled atop him, placed his large hands on her firm, voluptuous buttocks. The smoothness of her skin, akin to polished jade, felt luxuriously slick and plump under his touch, reminiscent of a perfectly boiled egg. Her rear, no less impressive than that of his godmother Grace, was a sight to behold. He traced a finger down her deep buttock cleavage and inadvertently brushed against her contracting anus, causing her large, white buttocks to quiver intensely.
“Alright, you better head home now,” Audrey suddenly said, struggling to rise off Kevin, her breaths heaving. “Otherwise, Aunt will start getting suspicious.”
Bethany, having finished her affairs in the city, had been home these past few days, which is why Audrey didn’t dare stay at Kevin’s house. The two had just been intimate and were still unsated, always at risk of engaging again, which could be disastrous if Bethany discovered them.
Concerned about his mother, Kevin reluctantly climbed off his cousin, noting the thick, milky fluid trickling from her slit, reddening the tender skin of her inner thighs. He suddenly realized a grave concern: unlike his previous partners—Alissa, Evelyn, Vanessa, and Grace—all of whom had children and likely took precautions, Audrey was young and childless. His mind raced with the fear of potentially impregnating his cousin. Though the idea of her becoming pregnant from their tryst was thrilling to him, fear overwhelmed him.
“Sis, isn’t it risky for us not to use protection?” he asked, worriedly.
“You're only asking now?” Audrey retorted playfully as she dressed, giving Kevin a teasing glance. “Where were you earlier? Always too eager for your pleasure and you cum so much each time.”
Feeling embarrassed, Kevin acknowledged that using condoms was indeed safer. Reflecting on his past liaisons, he realized it was perilous never to use protection. Should any woman end up pregnant, it would cause unimaginable chaos, especially if they showed up at his home with a baby bump. His mother would be livid.
However, the possibility seemed minimal with Alissa, Evelyn, and Grace, who were all either teachers or homemakers and would have a hard time explaining a pregnancy to their husbands. Vanessa and Natalie were too shrewd to place themselves in such a risky position. But Audrey held a special place in his heart, hence his cautiousness.
“Last time was my safe period,” Audrey reassured him, smiling softly to ease his anxiety. “Even if I wasn’t, I'd take emergency contraception afterward. You don’t need to worry. It’s late now, go home.”
Relieved, Kevin embraced his cousin one last time before leaving the courtyard and walking out of the alley, only to collide with someone as he turned the corner—Christopher, landing painfully on the ground.
Christopher, ready to lash out, recognized Kevin and subdued his anger, instead complaining mildly, “Why are you in such a rush? Didn’t you see anyone? You’re lucky it was me. If it were an old lady, you’d be looking at a hefty compensation.”
Kevin, in good spirits after the intimate encounter, didn't bother arguing. He merely grunted in acknowledgment and walked away, resolving to convince Audrey to move back to his house. The presence of such a sleazy neighbor made him uneasy.
Kevin yearned for his own private space, akin to Natalie’s secluded cabin, where he and his cousin could make love undisturbed. The thought alone was exhilarating. However, as a student with limited funds, acquiring such a hideaway seemed far-fetched. His increased allowance wasn’t nearly enough. He considered getting a part-time job to earn extra money, tired of begging his mother for funds and enduring her scolding every time. Financial independence was necessary for his self-respect.
As he reached an intersection, nearing ten at night, the streets were mostly deserted. Only a lone sanitary worker was hunching over, sweeping up litter by the roadside.
Kevin felt a pang of empathy, remembering his mother’s warnings about poor academic performance leading to menial jobs like street sweeping—tasks that required early rising and hard work for little pay.
Back then, I didn’t take it seriously. I figured sweeping the streets wasn’t a big deal. But as the years passed, I matured and realized how hard my mother worked to earn a living. For her sake, I had to study diligently and aim for a good university.
More importantly, I needed to prove to my cousin that being with her wasn’t affecting my studies. Kevin walked home quickly, determined to achieve excellent results in the entrance exams. He remembered his cousin’s promise: if he performed well, he could choose the location for their next intimate encounter. Where should he pick? The classroom, the office, the school garden, or the women's restroom? Each option seemed thrilling. Just like the characters in those films, he envisioned his cousin in a sexy teacher's outfit, with black stockings and red high heels, holding a long pointer, ready to turn their rendezvous into a lesson filled with erotic instruction.
The more Kevin imagined it, the more excited he got. His member had hardened at the thought, and he was eager for the school term to begin so he could indulge in this new teacher-student game. This roleplay promised to be far more exhilarating than mere sex. He wanted to explore and develop this seductive teacher aspect of his cousin’s persona.
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In the bathroom, Audrey stood naked before the bathroom mirror, a misty veil of steam blurring her reflection, yet the outline of her shapely, sensual figure was still discernible. Freshly showered, her skin glowed with a seductive sheen under the lights. Her ample 36G breasts stood firm and heavy, the peppermint scent of the bath gel wafting around, stirring the woman's desires.
At twenty-six, Audrey's body was at its peak, her breasts perky and firm, her waist slender, devoid of excess flesh. Her waistline flared out from her hips, forming a tantalizingly round and lifted contour. Her long, straight legs were as smooth and white as ivory, with delicate blue veins visible beneath her tender skin.
Despite her enviable figure, a hint of melancholy clouded Audrey's face. Though Kevin's youthful, energetic love-making satisfied her physically—his hot, potent member far more lively than her husband's—she remained inwardly troubled. Unlike Alissa, mere physical pleasure couldn't fill the void within her. She had to confront the increasingly distant relationship with her husband.
After her bath, Audrey donned a towel and entered the bedroom, changing into a nightdress before turning off the light and lying down. The room still carried the lascivious scent of their recent love-making, making it hard for her to sleep. She tossed and turned restlessly.
Soon, the bedroom light flicked on again, and a moment later, she opened the living room door, frowning, and asked, "Who is it?"
"Mrs. Johnson, it’s me, Christopher," came a familiar male voice from outside.
Audrey’s heart skipped a beat. Standing by the door, she called out, "Mr. Williams, what is it? I was about to sleep."
"Mrs. Johnson, I can’t sleep and need to talk."
"It’s too late, Mr. Williams. Can it wait until tomorrow?" Audrey noted the low, troubled tone in Christopher's voice, wondering about his wife's condition.
"Mrs. Johnson, don’t be afraid. I just want to talk. I’m feeling really terrible," Christopher’s voice wavered with a hint of tears, sounding genuinely distressed.
Audrey hesitated before walking to the door and opening it. She saw Christopher standing there, his face flushed and reeking of alcohol—clearly, he’d had a lot to drink. Unable to help but ask, "Mr. Williams, what’s happened? Why have you drunk so much?"
Christopher grinned weakly, shaking his head. "I'm fine, just a bottle of liquor. Mrs. Johnson, I apologize for bothering you so late. I won’t come in; it wouldn't be right."
Noticing his once-dark hair now streaked with gray and his haggard appearance, Audrey could tell he was under immense stress. She sighed softly and asked, "Mr. Williams, how is Elder Sister-in-law? Is she still in the hospital? I should visit her."
The recent kidnapping had left Audrey feeling responsible for Christopher’s wife's predicament. Had Violet not gone out, she might have avoided the ordeal. Although the police captain Mark hadn't detailed it, Audrey could imagine how terrifying Violet's experience must have been. If it had been her instead...
"She’s out of the hospital, staying with her family. I’ve taken leave for her," Christopher replied bitterly. "Mrs. Johnson, thank you, but Violet is not in a stable mood and doesn't want to see anyone. I’ll repay the money you lent once things settle; the hospital bills have left me strapped."
"It’s alright, Mr. Williams. That money is nothing," Audrey said quickly. "In fact, I bear some responsibility for this. If not for me, Elder Sister-in-law might not have been harmed."
"This wasn’t your fault. It’s just fate," Christopher shook his head. "Perhaps this is divine retribution for me. Mrs. Johnson, I’ve wronged you before. I hope you can forgive me. I am ashamed of my past actions." To Audrey’s shock, he suddenly knelt before her, his head thudding onto the cement floor.
Startled, Audrey hurriedly helped Christopher to his feet, soothing him, "Mr. Williams, the past is the past. Let’s not dwell on it. I won’t hold it against you. We’re neighbors; we should look out for each other. Take care of yourself and Elder Sister-in-law. I’m sure she’ll recover."
"Thank you, Mrs. Johnson," Christopher wept. Taking a few steps, he suddenly turned back, saying, "Mrs. Johnson, rest assured, I won’t bother you again. And I won’t tell anyone about you and your cousin. Take care."
Audrey froze at the mention of Kevin, her mind blank. She wanted to stop Christopher to explain, but her legs felt rooted to the spot. She could only watch as he staggered back to his house.
Her heart raced as she closed the door and returned to the living room, pondering Christopher’s words. How did he know about her and Kevin? Their affair was a closely guarded secret, known only to Alissa. Could Christopher have seen something? Kevin often visited, but everyone knew they were cousins. That alone shouldn’t arouse suspicion.
Since his wife's ordeal, Christopher had changed, no longer the flirtatious man he once was. Audrey sensed no ill intent in his words. Recalling that Christopher once tried to show her something on his phone, which she’d angrily smashed, she wondered if he had photos of her and Kevin together.
The thought made Audrey shiver with fear. Lucky for her, Christopher's demeanor had softened due to his wife's plight. Otherwise, if he exposed their affair, she wouldn’t be able to withstand the scandal. She sat on the couch in deep thought. First, she needed to ascertain exactly what Christopher knew. Secondly, she should avoid seeing Kevin before school started. But Kevin was insistent, and she found it hard to refuse him.
After much contemplation, Audrey decided to visit her parents during this period. She hadn't been home in over half a year, and it would provide a much-needed break from Kevin, allowing her some time to think.
Meanwhile, outside the yard, a shadow watched the glowing light of the living room, cursing silently. Realizing tonight wasn’t an opportune moment, he swiftly left Audrey’s house, already planning his next move.
The next morning, Audrey packed her luggage and changed into a beige T-shirt. The T-shirt was loose-fitting and had a patterned design on the chest, effectively concealing her prominent breasts, making them less conspicuous. She paired it with tight jeans that accentuated the curves of her firm, full hips and her long, shapely legs. Her hair was simply tied up at the back, giving her a sophisticated and mature look.
By the time she finished her preparations, it was already half-past seven. Audrey pulled her suitcase out of the house. The morning air was fresh, and the alley was quiet, with not a single person in sight. She quickly arrived at the entrance of Golden Bridge Market, where minibuses to various nearby towns and a big bus to adjacent districts were available. These buses departed once they were full, making them very convenient.
Audrey boarded the bus and took a seat at the back. Over the next ten minutes, several more passengers got on, and soon all the seats were occupied, filling the bus with a cacophony of chatter.
Once the bus started moving, Audrey sent a text message to Kevin, informing him not to look for her in the next few days as she had gone back to her hometown. She was surprised when there was no immediate reply; she had half-expected Kevin to insist on accompanying her home. Perhaps he was still sleeping.
Audrey had only gone to bed at around 1 a.m. the night before and woke up early in the morning, so she soon felt drowsy. She reclined her seat, closed her eyes, and quickly fell asleep.
When Audrey woke up, she found that the bus had stopped at a service area. Everyone was getting off to use the restroom, and she followed. Checking the service area map, she saw that they had already left the province and were just fifty kilometers away from the county where her hometown was located. Thinking about reuniting with her parents after so long made her feel excited. She took out her phone and saw a message from Kevin, as expected, asking when she was going home and if he could join her.
Audrey smiled slightly and was about to reply when her phone rang. It was Kevin calling. After a moment's thought, she answered.
"Sis, why didn't you tell me you were going home?" Kevin complained. "I wanted to go with you. It's so boring to go alone."
"How would it look if you came home with me? Just stay at home and finish the homework I gave you. I'll check it when I get back," Audrey admonished.
"But I am your cousin, after all. I also want to see Aunt and Uncle. Otherwise, it's unfair," Kevin replied with a cheeky tone.
"Maybe next time. Not this trip," Audrey said, feeling flustered. She truly didn't dare take Kevin to see her parents, given their current relationship. There were things that would be hard to hide, and if her parents noticed anything, it would be disastrous.
Eventually, Kevin relented after Audrey promised to take him home for the New Year. He hung up reluctantly.
Pocketing her phone, Audrey glanced northward. Deciding to visit her hometown had happened quite abruptly, and now that she was almost there, she felt a surge of nervousness. Was this the apprehension of returning home? How would she explain her relationship with Jason if her parents asked? During the New Year's holidays, her parents had privately inquired about their plans for children, noting that other neighbors had already become grandparents. At that time, Audrey had deflected the question with vague answers. Every phone call to her mother since then included some nagging about the topic, which annoyed her greatly. Now, returning home, she would undoubtedly face the same questions. Given her and Jason's current situation, even their marriage was on shaky ground, let alone having children.
Audrey sighed deeply, shaking her head as if to clear away all her worries. Taking things one step at a time seemed to be the best she could do for now.
In his hometown, Kevin returned to his bedroom looking dejected. He sat at his computer desk, ready to do his homework, but his mood was downcast. He had hoped to visit his cousin again, but to his dismay, Audrey had gone back to her hometown, seemingly intentionally avoiding him.
Books claimed that once a man had been intimate with a woman, she would become devoted to him. However, Kevin felt that his relationship with his cousin remained unchanged, just as it was before. Winning Audrey’s heart seemed increasingly challenging, a task that required long-term persistence and effort.
Just as Kevin was about to start on the homework his cousin had assigned, his phone rang. It was Albert. Answering the call with a hint of irritation, Kevin said, "Hey, what's up? I have homework to do."
"Kevin, let’s go singing tonight. I need to talk to you," Albert's voice sounded somewhat somber.
"You should be focusing on your relationship with Lucy before the school year starts. Why do you need to talk to me?" Kevin asked in surprise.
"Sigh, it's a long story. Let’s meet at the bar at seven tonight. Don't stand me up," Albert replied before swiftly hanging up.
At 6:50 PM, Kevin arrived at the bar but didn't see Albert. He wondered if Natalie was at the bar. He had been avoiding her, and she might have guessed why. Running into her would be awkward, but in this small town, familiar faces were unavoidable. Plus, there was only