Boss Lu: A reborn life is destined to be without regrets!
Chapter 451 - 332. Rui Xue

Chapter 451: 332. Rui Xue

Skiing, as a favorite pastime of the middle class in future generations, must be said, in some aspects, really is a social dynamo.

The adrenaline surge brought on by the feeling of speed, immersing oneself in nature while experiencing outdoor sports, satisfying the desire for conquest when man and nature become one, enjoying the scenic beauty from the mountain top on the cable car, and the delightful pleasure of eating and drinking after stepping out of the snowfield with like-minded people.

Very few sports can combine so many elements together.

With skiing, there are the newcomers and the old pros, and while beginners may not have the skill of the veterans, it doesn’t mean they enjoy themselves any less.

Just like several cheerful novice players under the guidance of a professional instructor, they’re having just as much fun.

The wind blowing past one’s face, then the sensation of speeding up bit by bit, it’s just like flying close to the ground.

The feeling of freedom is utterly addictive.

The group slid from noon until the sun began to set, admiring the silver-clad beauty of the mountains and rivers, finally calling it a day.

"My feet are so sore, owww..."

Having changed back into their own clothes, Pan Xuan was the first to step out of the skiing area, the soreness rushing up immediately, squinting while taking a deep breath.

"I feel like my calves aren’t mine anymore."

Tan Huilin hadn’t expected everyone to play for so long and squatted down to pat her calves.

"You guys just don’t get enough exercise regularly."

Liu Zhe, a sports student, teased.

He and Lu Jincheng were the two with the most stamina in the whole little squad.

As for the chubby Wu Zizhi, seeing everyone else progressing so rapidly, he became anxious and accidentally twisted his ankle. He had been sitting on the side resting for a long time, too exhausted to speak.

"Everyone is pretty tired today, and driving back overnight wouldn’t be safe. How about we go for a hot spring and stay overnight, then head back early tomorrow?"

Lu Jincheng, seeing everyone worn out, proposed with a smile.

"I’ve already found the place, Caesar Forest, how about it?"

"..."

Everyone looked at each other.

Some hesitated, while others were immediately interested.

Caesar Forest Hot Spring Club is a fantastic place to spend a short vacation nearby.

Normally, around a place like Liao City, so-called hot springs are just for entertainment.

But with the snow-capped mountains as a backdrop, the girls couldn’t help but get a bit excited.

Having exercised all day, a night at the hot springs would certainly add a touch of romance and comfort.

"That’s fine, but if I’m staying out, I need to let my family know in advance."

Zhong Ruixi was the first to take a stand, biting her lip.

"Same here, and Rui Rui, what do you plan to tell your family?"

Tan Huilin immediately picked up the conversation.

"I’ll just tell them straight, that we’re going to Caesar Club for a hot spring."

"My mom definitely won’t agree... She’ll say that place isn’t for our age, and it’s expensive..."

Tan Huilin trailed off, stopping herself.

"Don’t worry, I suggested it, I’ll pick up the tab."

Lu Jincheng waved his hand with an unconcerned look.

For Mr. Lu, this kind of expense was no big deal, especially since it also repaid the favor of Tan Huilin speaking up for him.

"Yeah, what are you worried about! He just helped you make a statement at the class reunion, let him foot the bill."

Zhong Ruixi said, laughing as she wrapped her arm around Tan Huilin’s.

"..."

Tan Huilin blinked her eyes, clearly intrigued.

"And since you said we’ll be together, Auntie will definitely feel at ease."

Each one a daughter, they all seemed to have anticipated the elders’ various excuses to refuse, and they had their reassuring rebuttals ready.

Tan Huilin stopped speaking and silently picked up her phone to call home.

"My foot hurts a bit, so I want to go home first. I won’t go with you guys."

Wu Zizhi shook his head straightaway, expressing his refusal.

Although he could afford a hot spring trip, his ankle throbbed unbearably, swelling into a large bulge, and he feared that soaking in hot springs would only worsen his condition.

"I can’t either. I already have a family gathering tonight, with my uncle’s family visiting from out of town."

Liu Zhe hadn’t prepared for an overnight stay either, so he decided to go back with Wu Zizhi.

...

With New Year’s fast approaching, snowflakes began to float down again on the southwest-bound expressway beyond the overpass.

Clear skies with snow is a common scene in the north.

"That’s just perfect~ Look, even the sky knows we’re going to soak in hot springs, giving us snow to boost the mood."

The impromptu hot springs trip now consisted of just one man and three women.

Lu Jincheng was driving, with Zhong Ruixi in a light down jacket beside him in the passenger seat.

She also wore a cute woolly hat, with decorative pom-poms dangling from either side.

Despite the down jacket, it was designed to be figure-hugging, a slight cinch at the waist, combined with the pressing effect of the passenger seat belt, made her graceful figure undeniable, even in winter.

Proud mountain peaks pushed out curves, surrounded by warm air, the zipper undone in the middle to conveniently let the pom-poms rest nearby.

"I saw the weather forecast, this snow might get heavier later, will we still be able to soak in the hot springs?"

Besides the well-traveled Lu Jincheng, the others were just girls fresh out of high school.

Neither their status nor their social class would naturally familiarize them with places like hot spring resorts.

"It’s fine."

Lu Jincheng held the steering wheel with one hand, nodding with a smile.

"The resort usually has those outdoor open-air hot springs, which might close if it snows too much, but there are also covered outdoor mini hot springs that you can soak in even when it’s windy and rainy, which is extra atmospheric."

"And, if all else fails, there is a private hot spring bath in the room."

The man tried to sound serious, but recalling certain memories, the corners of his lips couldn’t help but curve slightly.

"Wow..."

Tan Huilin elbowed Pan Xuan next to her, and the two exchanged a knowing glance.

...

The car sped through the snow.

Before long, they arrived at the hot spring resort, a place with some renown, yet one most ordinary Liao City residents had never visited.

Caesar Forest Hot Spring Resort stood isolated at the foot of a mountain range, nestled amidst pines and cypresses.

It was open only 4-5 months each year, catering to a select few.

The resort’s lobby was not particularly grand or spacious, built in a Japanese style – a neat little hall, two stories tall, with a wooden structure, paired with a long pear wood reception desk.

A few receptionists greeted guests with winsome smiles and subdued voices, exuding an old-world grace.

Interestingly, the club’s design ingenly incorporated a hot spring which was channeled to spray down from one wall of the lobby, creating a man-made waterfall.

The spring water was naturally hot; descending from above, it created rising steam, almost like a natural warm-humidifier, endowing the whole lobby with a moist warmth.