Chapter 66: Entering Watchtower Island

Lin Fan gently laid Princess Hu Qinlan onto the bed, his gaze filled with a touch of tenderness, yet he did not act rashly.

He simply held her gently through her close-fitting clothes, pulling her closer to feel the rhythm of each other's heartbeats.

Princess Hu Qinlan closed her eyes and tilted her head slightly, a smile playing on her lips, her face betraying an unmistakable blend of shyness and anticipation.

Lin Fan leaned down, his lips meeting hers.

It was a gentle, tentative kiss, yet it instantly ignited the fuse of all their emotions.

His kiss deepened, his tongue lightly brushing against her lips. She did not retreat; instead, she responded more actively, like a fawn that had waited a long time, finally letting down its guard.

Her arms wrapped around Lin Fan's neck, her entire body pressed close to him. Their lips and tongues intertwined, their breath mingled, as if the world had narrowed down to just the two of them.

Lin Fan's arms also tightly encircled her, as if he wanted to merge her into his very bones and blood.

In that moment, the distance between them was completely erased, leaving only the most genuine emotions quietly surging.

Moonlight spilled through the curtains, falling upon their intertwined figures.

They embraced tightly, their lips and tongues whispering their affection, while the air was filled with a gentle yet scorching aura.

Time slipped away quietly in the stillness; the night was serene and beautiful, with only their heartbeats and soft breathing still speaking of the deep affection just shared.

At some unknown hour, Princess Hu Qinlan turned slightly, wrapping her arms around her knees as she leaned against the bedside, her eyes glistening with tears.

Her cheeks were flushed, like peach blossoms in full bloom during spring, so beautiful that she evoked tenderness.

Lin Fan gently pulled her into his embrace and asked in a low voice, "Does it hurt?"

Princess Hu Qinlan shook her head, looked up, her eyes filled with tenderness and attachment, and replied softly, "It hurts… but for Young Master, I am willing to endure anything."

She smiled gently, burying her head in Lin Fan's chest, pressing against him like a kitten snuggling in its owner's arms, quiet and obedient.

Lin Fan reached out to stroke her hair, his movements gentle, his eyes filled with a touch more tenderness.

Princess Hu Qinlan snuggled in his embrace, feeling the warmth of his palm, her entire heart feeling filled, secure and happy.

She murmured softly, "Young Master, I am truly so happy. Thank you for coming to be with me."

Lin Fan bowed his head and gently kissed her forehead, his voice low and soft: "Silly girl, I will always be by your side. You don't need to thank me."

Princess Hu Qinlan looked up at him, her eyes sparkling like stars, as if the satisfaction and attachment of that moment had frozen into eternity.

She buried her head in Lin Fan's chest once more, holding him tighter, as if she wanted to firmly etch this moment into the depths of her heart.

Within Star-Moon Manor, Lin Fan's main body was quietly staying behind, accompanying his several beloveds and living a rare, peaceful life.

Meanwhile, the Clone he had long ago deployed had already quietly set off, heading towards Watchtower Island.

The Clone traveled along the set route, releasing disguised tracks and successfully misleading the outside world's intelligence Systems.

Lin Fan knew clearly that Red Abyss and Heiyao would eventually make a move, and this "fishing" operation had only just begun.

"The situation outside is as I expected." In the main hall, Lin Fan stood before a sand table, his gaze as calm as a blade's edge.

Zhang Ming and Zhang Tie reported excitedly, "Boss, Red Abyss and Heiyao have indeed taken the bait! Their entire attention is now on your Clone. It's estimated that they will make a move in a few days!"

A meaningful smile curled on the corner of Lin Fan's lips: "Very good, I am just waiting for them to jump in. Remember—do not alert the enemy, and follow the plan exactly. This time, I want to ensure they never return."

Within the manor, tranquility remained.

Lin Fan moved back and forth between the several beauties, sometimes accompanying Yin Miaoxue for tea and idle chat, sometimes sunbathing with Princess Jin Xuan, and occasionally taking walks in the garden with Princess Hu Qinlan.

The days were pleasant and tenderly affectionate, yet he knew in his heart that this was merely the brief calm before the storm.

Meanwhile, the undercurrents in the distance had already quietly gathered.

At this very moment, Lin Fan's Clone was riding a small dugout canoe, slowly rowing into a strangely quiet sea area.

The surrounding seawater was a shade of blue so deep it was almost unreal, resembling a vast, silent gemstone.

He opened an old notebook, his eyes calm, comparing the guidance of the ancient notes word by word.

The entrance to Watchtower Island was hidden beneath this water surface, which reflected the sky.

"This entrance is truly inconceivable…" he murmured.

He took a key from his bosom; it was the only activator that Xiao Du had calculated based on the notes.

With a gentle press of the switch, the entire surface of the water suddenly trembled.

The azure reflection twisted like ripples, and a faintly discernible small island slowly emerged—with rolling mountains and lush forests, dreamlike and illusory.

Lin Fan's gaze sharpened, and he jumped into the water without hesitation.

His clothes were soaked through, but the chill did not penetrate his bones. He felt his body pass through an invisible barrier, as if stepping into another world.

The water gradually receded, replaced by fresh air and soft sunlight.

He landed steadily, with soft white sand beneath his feet and the gentle sound of waves in his ears.

Lin Fan looked up at the small island that had quietly emerged between the sea and the sky, the corners of his lips curling upward: "So this is Watchtower Island."