Waves of sleepiness surged over me.
But Li Chen fought them off, not daring to sleep.
If he fell asleep now, come morning, it'd probably be a massive cringe-fest.
It wasn't until after midnight, when all had been quiet for a good while and no more sounds were heard, that his mother must have fallen asleep too.
Then he quietly climbed out of bed, got dressed, and slipped out.
Descending the stairs, a gust of night wind blew and instantly revived him.
Looking back at the evening's events, they seemed absurd but also exhilarating.
Thinking about how this rebellious girl gradually became docile and charming, he felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment.
And he almost got caught by her mom, giving him a shiver down his spine - it was way too thrilling.
Pulling out his phone, he saw a message from his sister-in-law.
Reminding him that Han Yue would be back tomorrow and not to go too wild outside, to remember to come home.
Pocketing his phone, Li Chen smiled faintly.
