Water from the pool surged around them, making Xi Yue struggle for breath. The overwhelming fear made her forget her survival instincts, that her fingers digging into Zong Du’s shoulders until her nails were embedded in his flesh.Zong Du, familiar with the routine, held her close, one hand under her chin to lift her above the water, the other undoing her bra. He whispered into her ear, “Xi Yue, breathe.”Xi Yue obediently opened her mouth, but her chest felt vacuumed, unable to draw in air. The suffocating sensation intensified, her muscles spasming, limbs stiffening. Sensing her reaction, Zong Du cursed softly.His fingers gently pinched her throat, then he lowered his head to cover her lips. Inhale, exhale; inhale, exhale...With the rhythm of his breath, air returned to her lungs.Zong Du carried her to the poolside steps, setting her down. “Feeling better?”Xi Yue gaped, gasping for air as if her chest would explode. Afte
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