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Chapter 35
On an October morning, there was a thin layer of mist and a cool autumn breeze.
I walked through the school gate holding a thermos.
Inside the container was a serving of purple rice porridge and two eggs.
Last night, Lu Weize texted me, asking me to bring him breakfast.
I was snuggled up in my blanket at the time, smiling with my eyes curved, and I said, "Why not bring two servings? We can eat together."
Lu Weize took the bowl of porridge I handed him, tore open the disposable chopsticks, and drank it in big gulps.
I leisurely scooped my porridge with a small white porcelain spoon.
The sunlight streamed through the window onto my fair face. I lowered my gaze, my long eyelashes gently fluttering. The way I focused on eating was truly adorable, making one unable to resist teasing me.
Lu Weize swallowed a mouthful of porridge and asked with a smile, "Lin Chu, you’re so focused while eating. Will you be this focused when doing other things with me in the future?"
His words made me blush deeply.
I quickly composed myself, blinked, and retorted, "Doing what?"
Lu Weize grinned mischievously: "Just..."
I waited for a moment but didn’t hear any further explanation. I directly took out a small pad and slapped it on the table, exclaiming loudly, "I don’t want to bathe or sleep with someone who can’t even tell toilet paper from sanitary pads!"
Lu Weize was stunned by my aura: "..."
Seeing his dazed expression made me want to laugh a little. I cleared my throat and said, "Don't casually rummage through girls' backpacks in the future."
Lu Weize responded gloomily, "Oh."
The entire morning, Lu Weize was explaining math problems to me.
He was very patient, continuing until I understood.
In the afternoon, Lu Weize lay on the desk and fell asleep while I took out my sketchbook and started drawing.
I couldn't help but capture the way Lu Weize looked while sleeping.
I wanted to preserve this moment of tranquility in my world, making it an eternal scenery.
In the evening, Lu Weize received a phone call from Zhao Xinghai.
Zhao Xinghai said, "Same place, come over."
Lu Weize glanced at me and silently asked, "Should we go?"
I hesitated for a moment before nodding.
I thought that since Lu Weize had tutored me all day, it was only right for me to accompany him for some fun.
At Nocturne Bar, the lights were dazzling and the music was loud.
I sat in a small booth, feeling a bit awkward and not daring to look around too much, but my gaze kept drifting back to Lu Weize.
He stood by the pool table, his tall figure and handsome profile exuding an elegant charm as he played snooker, attracting the attention of many girls.
I watched him, my heart racing.
Lu Weize noticed my gaze and walked over to me, softly asking, "Do you think he's good-looking?"
I nodded, "Yes, he is."
Lu Weize smiled, "Then I..."
He cupped my chin and slowly leaned in closer.
I realized what he was about to do, holding my breath as my heart raced wildly.
But just as his lips were about to touch mine, he suddenly stopped.
I opened my eyes and saw him staring at the stage.
On the stage, a female singer was performing an English song.
I recognized her; she was Lu Weize's ex-girlfriend, Yang Ming.
After finishing her song, Yang Ming walked straight towards Lu Weize.
Her appearance surprised everyone.
She had been gone for too long and without any warning.
Upon seeing her, Lu Weize's expression turned cold, clearly not wanting to engage with her.
Yang Ming smiled and said, "Long time no see, you little dog."
This was the nickname she had given Lu Weize back when he was hanging out on the streets.
She thought that Lu Weize would be very happy to see her.
Unexpectedly, Lu Weize didn't even lift his eyelids and simply responded with a faint "hm."
Yang Ming felt a bit awkward and asked, "You... don't welcome me?"
Lu Weize ignored her and lowered his head to pour some milk for me.
Yang Ming's eyes turned slightly red as she walked up to Lu Weize, opened her arms, and tried to hug him.
Lu Weize instinctively dodged her and got up to get some fruit for me, completely disregarding her.
Yang Ming's hands froze in mid-air, neither going up nor down.
She bit her lip, her eyes red, and I couldn't bear to watch any longer.
But Lu Weize acted as if he didn't see her. He placed the fruit platter in front of me and gently said, "The fruit is freshly cut and very fresh; you should try it."
I nodded, "Okay."
Lu Weize patted my head and said, "Good."
Yang Ming watched from the side, her expression like someone who had just been slapped.
Zhao Xinghai cleared his throat and began to mediate the situation.
Everyone started chatting. Yang Ming quickly found his seat and joined their conversation. Lu Weize never participated in their conversation from beginning to end. He kept looking at me with a gentle and focused gaze. I could feel Yang Ming's hostility towards me. Yang Ming always looked at me with that scrutinizing gaze, which made me very uncomfortable. I thought about it and reached out to grab Lu Weize's hand. Lu Weize was stunned for a moment, then held my hand tightly. He lowered his head and kissed the back of my hand, whispering, "What's wrong?" I smiled and said, "Nothing." I just wanted to tell Yang Ming that Lu Weize is mine now, and no one can take him away. Lu Weize seemed to understand what I meant. He curled the corners of his mouth and held his hand tighter. Yang Ming looked at our clasped hands and his face looked a little ugly. She got up and went to the bathroom. After a while, she came back and said to Lu Weize: "I have something to tell you. Can we talk alone?" Lu Weize refused without hesitation: "There is nothing good to say between us."
Yang Ming's face turned completely pale.
She bit her lip, tears welling up in her eyes.
She didn't expect Lu Weize to be so heartless.
Lu Weize, however, seemed not to notice her sadness. He took my hand and said calmly, "It's getting late; we should head back."
Zhao Xinghai stood up. "I'll take Yang Ming back; you two go ahead."
Lu Weize nodded. "Okay."
Once we left the bar, Lu Weize kept trying to find topics to talk about.
I responded with, "Yeah."
Or, "Oh."
Lu Weize ruffled my hair. "Are you still angry?"
I shook my head. "No."
Lu Weize stopped walking, held my chin, lifted my face, and looked into my eyes. "Lin Chu, I really didn't know she would come back today, and I haven't contacted her."
I blinked. "Oh."
Lu Weize sighed. "Please don't act like this, okay?"
I averted my gaze and did not look at him.
Lu Weize lowered his head and kissed my forehead, then kissed my eyes.
I pulled away.
I took a step back and calmly looked at him. "Lu Weize, if you want to kiss me, you'll have to wait until the next life."
Lu Weize frowned. "What do you mean?"
I smiled. "The literal meaning."
After saying that, I turned and left.
Lu Weize stood there, lost in thought for a long time.
Chapter 36
When I returned to the dormitory, my roommate Li Lily immediately approached me and whispered, "Lin Chu, Yang Ming is back!"
I nodded. "I know."
Seeing my calm demeanor, Li Lily asked in confusion, "Why aren't you anxious at all?"
I smiled. "There's nothing to be anxious about."
Li Lily frowned. "You don't know? A lot of boys from our class have gone to Yang Ming's class; they all went to see Yang Ming."
I put down my backpack and said, "Oh."
Li Lily, seeing me so calm, became more anxious. "Lin Chu, aren't you really worried?"
I smiled and replied, "Should I be worried?"
Li Lily nodded. "Of course! Yang Ming is Lu Weize's ex-girlfriend!"
I walked to the mirror and looked at myself.
I'm not particularly pretty; my skin is very fair, and my features are delicate.
Li Lily followed me and said, "Actually, you're not any worse than Yang Ming. If you were willing to dress up a bit, you would definitely be just as good as her."
I turned to look at her. "Why should I be worse than her?"
Li Lily was taken aback for a moment but quickly reacted. "You're right! You're not worse than her!"
After a pause, she added, "By the way, check the class group; Yang Ming has tagged you in there!"
I took out my phone and opened the class group.
Yang Ming had sent me several messages, saying she wanted to get to know me.
I replied with just one message: "Hello."
Yang Ming was still chatting with classmates in the group, looking like she was quite familiar with everyone.
I declined politely: "Sorry, I won't have time during the National Day holiday."
Yang Ming: "It's okay, we can arrange for next time."
Li Lily looked a bit worried: "Lin Chu, are you really okay with rejecting her?"
I smiled lightly: "It's fine, what could possibly happen to me?"
Li Lily pressed her lips together and said, "I heard from some former classmates that Yang Ming used to be the leader of our class. Anyone who offended her would end up in a lot of trouble."
I raised an eyebrow slightly: "Leader?"
Li Lily nodded: "Yeah, I heard she's quite fierce, and many boys are afraid of her."
I smiled faintly and didn't say anything.
Although I appeared indifferent on the surface, I actually didn't dislike Yang Ming.
I felt sorry for Lu Weize being dumped by her.
So, I had a natural aversion to Yang Ming.
When Lu Weize saw Yang Ming inviting me, he worried I might agree and immediately replied in the class group chat:
"She won't be free during the National Day holiday either."
There was no further response from Yang Ming.
Lu Weize sent me another message: "If she invites you again in the future, just refuse, okay?"
I didn't reply to him.
I am still angry about what happened last night.
The next morning, I brought breakfast to the classroom, and Lu Weize was already there.
As usual, he took the breakfast I brought, peeled an egg, and held it up to my mouth.
I turned my head away and ignored him.
Lu Weize leaned closer and said softly, "Lin Chu, are you still mad?"
I didn't respond.
Lu Weize smiled and deliberately said, "Is it because I didn't kiss you last night?"
I shot him a glare, my cheeks turning red.
Seeing me blush, Lu Weize couldn't help but laugh.
Feeling embarrassed and angry, I grabbed the egg and stuffed it into his mouth. "Lu Weize, you’re not allowed to talk anymore!"
Lu Weize took a bite of the egg and said with a smile, "Okay, I won't say anything."
Only then was I satisfied.
While eating the egg, Lu Weize kept looking at me.
I felt a bit uncomfortable under his gaze and touched my face. "Is there something on my face?"
Lu Weize laughed and said, "Lin Chu, I've noticed your temper has gotten bigger lately."
I paused for a moment before replying, "Really?"
Lu Weize nodded, "Yeah, you never used to get angry with me before."
I lowered my eyes and said lightly, "Are you saying that I used to indulge you too much?"
Lu Weize quickly shook his head, "That's not what I meant."
He paused for a moment and added, "Lin Chu, I just think you're cuter than before."
I looked up and glared at him, "Lu Weize, shut up!"
Lu Weize: "..."
He smiled helplessly and continued to eat his egg.
I watched his profile, feeling gloomy inside.
I didn't even know what was wrong with me; anyway, I felt unhappy whenever Lu Weize looked at Yang Ming.
I even thought about hitting him to make Lu Weize understand my displeasure.
After finishing his egg, Lu Weize noticed my bad mood and leaned over, whispering, "Lin Chu, are you feeling unwell?"
I shook my head, "I'm fine."
Lu Weize frowned, "Then why do you look so pale?"
After hesitating for a moment, I said, "Lu Weize, you’re not allowed to look at Yang Ming."
Lu Weize was taken aback for a moment before realizing that I was jealous.
He couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Lin Chu, are you jealous?"
I was caught off guard, my face burning hot. "I-I am not!"
Lu Weize pinched my cheek and said, "Don't lie to me; it's written all over your face."
I huffed and turned my head away.
Lu Weize held my hand and smiled, "Lin Chu, don't worry; I won't look at her anymore."
I pouted, "Who cares if you do or not?"
Lu Weize chuckled and didn't say anything further.
I decided to go home for a while in the afternoon and skip Lu Weize's tutoring session.
Lu Weize offered to give me a ride, but I declined.
I was going back to grab some things and take my suitcase with me.
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