Wen Yang felt an overwhelming heat spreading throughout his body.

He tugged at his collar, wiping a thin layer of sweat from his forehead as his breathing grew heavier and more labored.

Ning Chu, as if startled, quickly darted to the side, watching him warily.

“I need to get home and take a cold shower. This heat is killing me,” Wen Yang said, fanning himself with his hand. He glanced over at Ning Chu. “Why are you acting all jumpy?”

“Let’s take a cab back,” Ning Chu suggested.

“It’s only a short walk.”

Ning Chu checked the ride-hailing app and …