What to Do If I Become the Villain's Daughter

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After warming up, Huo Ning nervously entered the water under Coach Lin's guidance.

She wore a pale yellow swimsuit, its lace skirt blooming like a flower as it touched the water.

Around her waist was a pink candy-colored swim ring, and she wore a matching swim cap and goggles.

The goggles felt a bit tight, and Huo Ning, not quite used to them, kept adjusting them with her hand.

Coach Lin supported her with both hands as he led her into the water.

The swimming pool was temperature-controlled, so the water wasn't cold.

But being unfamiliar with swimming, Huo Ning remained nervous, holding onto the swim ring with one hand and the pool edge with the other.

Coach Lin explained what they'd be learning today – simply put, holding breath underwater.

Huo Ning understood; holding breath wasn't too complicated, and she felt somewhat eager to try.

But in the next moment, the coach removed her swim ring.

Startled, Huo Ning shuddered and scrambled onto the coach like a monkey, using both hands and feet.

Coach Lin was both amused and exasperated. He supported her bottom with one hand to ensure her safety, while grabbing a small kickboard with the other, instructing her to hold it against her back.

"Now, take a deep breath and hold it."

"Tilt your head down, keeping your body in a straight line. Let the water slowly lift you up."

"I'll keep supporting you. If you're scared, just raise your hand, and I'll lift you out."

Huo Ning could feel the coach's hand constantly supporting her waist, which made her feel a bit more at ease.

She obediently took a deep breath, tilted her head down, and relaxed her body.

As she felt herself slowly floating up, Huo Ning experienced a sense of novelty.

The pool water was crystal clear, and with her head submerged, the world seemed separated from her by a barrier.

The warm water enveloped her body, and her mind was filled with tranquility.

Huo Ning loved this feeling.

Coach Lin's voice, seemingly from another world, brought her back to reality: "Lift your head when you can't hold your breath anymore."

Huo Ning stared at the pool bottom for a while, only lifting her head when she really couldn't hold her breath any longer.

By the end of the lesson, Huo Ning had not only learned to hold her breath, but seeing her quick comprehension, Coach Lin had even taught her some breaststroke movements.

As the class ended, Huo Ning's eyes sparkled, eager to master swimming and do ten laps in this big pool right away.

"How was it?" Huo Xiaozheng took the towel from Lin Yutong's hand and draped it over Huo Ning.

Huo Ning had been so engrossed in playing in the water that she thought Huo Xiaozheng had returned to his office. She hadn't expected him to keep his word and stay with her the whole time.

Huo Ning's eyes brightened even more, and she said with a beaming smile: "Swimming is so much fun!"

A hint of a smile appeared in Huo Xiaozheng's eyes: "I'm glad you enjoy it."

After arranging the time for the next lesson, Huo Ning waved goodbye to Coach Lin.

After freshening up, Yin Su took her to the break room.