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Chapter 85: Goodnight Hug (1)

Until they reached the playground, Li Mu had hardly said a word.

This made Lu Xiaoxi very curious.

It was rare to see Li Mu looking so gloomy.

Was it because she wanted to sit with Liu Qiaoqiao that Li Mu felt uncomfortable?

Based on her understanding of Li Mu, he shouldn’t have taken this matter to heart.

After thinking it over, she chose to ask directly, “Feeling down? Did you lose money?”

“No.”

“Then what’s wrong? You don’t want to run, do you? Otherwise, you could rent a shared bike to ride around the school.”

“It’s not that. I’m telling you, I really need some comfort right now.”

“What exactly is wrong?”

“If you comfort me, I’ll tell you.”

“Say it or not, I won’t indulge you.” Lu Xiaoxi wouldn’t spoil him.

They walked for quite a while, and Li Mu still didn’t speak. Lu Xiaoxi glanced at him and found he was walking with his eyes focused on his nose and his nose on his heart.

The petite girl gently patted someone’s back, “I’ve comforted you, can you talk now?”

“That kind of comfort doesn’t count.”

“What would count then?”

“A hug.”

“No hug, just tell me.”

“Uh, I just lost a game streak and haven’t recovered yet.” Seeing he couldn’t get a hug from the petite girl, Li Mu stopped pretending.

“Is that it?”

“Yeah, I still think you should comfort me…”

“Get lost.”

Lu Xiaoxi rolled her eyes in annoyance; she thought it was something serious that could make this shameless guy gloomy.

She should have guessed that this guy was very invested in games.

There was a big tree near the playground, originally meant to provide shade, but now it was late autumn, and without the scorching sun, the tree lost its purpose, leaving a pile of fallen leaves and unknown fruits that dirtied the grass.

The two found a relatively clean spot to sit down, with the basketball court’s bright lights shining behind them, much better than other spots.

Many boys were still playing basketball on the court, showcasing their hobbies under the lights.

The center of the playground was the soccer field, with lights on both sides; it was the time when college students flocked out at night.

The track was filled with various colors of light, from phone screens and headphones, and there were also noticeable bags carrying small speakers while running.

From their position, the neon lights were dazzling, creating a unique beauty.

Li Mu wanted to join in.

“Here are the headphones for you; you can use your own phone.”

“Aren’t you wearing them?”

“I need to run; if I go too far, you won’t be able to hear me.”

Lu Xiaoxi blinked at him, feeling sweet inside, “Okay.”

Li Mu jumped down from the tiered seating, fiddled with his phone for a moment, and then started running.

He couldn’t say how good his stamina was, but running two kilometers wasn’t a difficult mission.

Lu Xiaoxi took out her glasses from her small bag, propped her face up to watch Li Mu run, and when he got closer, she took a photo with her phone, circling him with a red line.

Then she smiled and opened a chat interface named “Aunt Su,” sending the photo she just took.

It was after work hours, and Aunt Su quickly replied to her.

[Aunt Su]: Oh, is Li Mu running?

[Lu Xiaoxi]: Yes, yes, running around campus.

[Aunt Su]: Isn’t Lu Xiaoxi running?

[Lu Xiaoxi]: No, I’m exempt from running.

[Aunt Su]: (thumbs up) (thumbs up) Haven’t you finished school yet?

[Aunt Su]: Have you had dinner??

[Lu Xiaoxi]: Yes, Li Mu will come back after finishing his run.

[Aunt Su]: It’s getting cold lately; make sure to cover yourself with a blanket, and remind Li Mu to change his mat quickly.

[Lu Xiaoxi]: Okay.

……

In the time it took to play three songs, Li Mu had already run two kilometers.

Even in the chilly weather, he had worked up a bit of sweat, and his breathing had quickened significantly.

Lu Xiaoxi could hear his heavy breathing.

“Here, water.”

“When did you buy this?” Li Mu took the jasmine tea bought by the petite girl and opened it, drinking it down eagerly.

The feeling of having a cute girl bring him water after exercising was indescribably wonderful.

After finishing half the bottle, he exaggeratedly let out a “ha,” blowing all the air onto the petite girl’s face.

Lu Xiaoxi frowned slightly, pointing to the nearby vending machine, “When you were running the last lap.”

“Hehe, thanks, little green plum.” Li Mu wiped his hands and playfully poked Lu Xiaoxi’s face with his finger.

Lu Xiaoxi’s face was a bit chubby, without acne or scars, and even her pores were hard to see unless one got very close; it felt super comfortable to touch.

“Take the computer bag home.”

“Can we each take one?”

“Sure, what’s wrong?”

“Hold hands.” Li Mu finished the drink in one go, casually tossing the bottle into the trash can, and took the petite girl’s fair hand, squeezing it gently.

“I just showed Aunt Su how you looked while running.”

“And then? Did she say anything?”

“Your mom gave me the highest management rights, saying her son will be fully managed by the beautiful Lu Xiaoxi, and Lu Xiaoxi said if I go east, I can’t go west.” Lu Xiaoxi said this without changing her expression.

She must have been slightly infected by Li Mu’s shamelessness.

Anyway, being with Li Mu, she felt carefree.

“I don’t quite believe that.”

Hiss, considering Lu Xiaoxi, given how much his mom liked her, it seemed she could really do something like that.

Did he just easily sell himself to Lu Xiaoxi?

Li Mu felt it was quite bad.

He also needed to communicate with Aunt Qin to build a good relationship, making it easier to bring Lu Xiaoxi home in the future.

“If you don’t believe me, you have to believe me; otherwise, I won’t hold your hand.” Lu Xiaoxi slightly pulled her hand back; when she used force, Li Mu also used force, and after struggling twice, he gave up.

“I believe, I believe, I believe.”

Lu Xiaoxi hummed, quickening her pace.

She wanted to hurry back to wash up, change into cute pajamas, and sit on the sofa with Li Mu to watch a sweet drama together.

It would be best to buy some fruits to share.

By the time they got home, it was already half past ten.

Uncle Zhang was still on duty, and Li Mu expressed his sincere admiration for Uncle Zhang’s security work.

Every time it was Uncle Zhang on duty; if one didn’t know better, they might think Uncle Zhang worked non-stop for twenty-four hours a day.

Since Li Mu had sweated, he took a shower first.

“Lu Xiaoxi, can you help me get my clothes?” Halfway through washing, Li Mu opened the bathroom door, poking his head out, and called toward her room when he didn’t see Lu Xiaoxi in the living room.

The sound of slippers pattering came closer, and Lu Xiaoxi came out, seeing Li Mu’s head sticking out from the bathroom door.

“What are you doing, big pervert Li Mu?”

“Help me get my clothes; I forgot to take them from the bed.”

Lu Xiaoxi nodded, about to move, when suddenly her eyes turned, “Hmm, call me ‘sister,’ and I’ll get them for you.”

“We’re the same age; are you serious?”

“If you don’t call me, I won’t get them.” Lu Xiaoxi’s face turned a bit red.

The term “sister” was too bold and stimulating.

When they were younger, he called Li Mu “Brother Li Mu,” and she always played the role of the little sister.

Now that she had the chance, she wanted to turn the tables!

Just thinking about Li Mu calling her “Sister Xiaoxi” made her so excited.

“Not getting them? Fine, you turn around first.”

“Ugh, pervert, big weirdo.” Lu Xiaoxi knew this guy wanted to run out naked, and she couldn’t help but scold him with a few words.

“Then hurry up and help me get my clothes.”

“Ahhh…” Lu Xiaoxi’s face turned as red as an apple, and she became obedient.

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