Chapter 58: Eating at Haidilao

It did hurt a bit, but she had contributed to tonight’s meal, so there was a sense of accomplishment in her heart.

Perhaps she was not suited for the kitchen, but it didn’t matter, as long as Lin Beixiu was there. Once she caught his heart, she would have him cook all sorts of delicious food for her every day.

In the mirror was Qin Muxue’s confident smile.

…

The time that followed was routine.

Going to class, working, and coming home to eat together…

As for Zhang Hao, this persistent nuisance hadn’t appeared before them for a long time, perhaps having given up completely.

Another weekend.

“Little Bei, shall we go out to eat after work?”

Lin Beixiu stood at the bar, looking out at Qin Muxue who stood there grinning. This girl was troublesome, always slacking off by coming to his place.

“No, I want to go home and slack off,” Lin Beixiu said expressionlessly.

Going out to eat again, who knows if she would drag him shopping again, something he couldn’t stand.

Thinking about the hellish half-hour experience earlier, he still shivered.

Qin Muxue’s mouth twitched, and then she walked around the bar and grabbed his arm, looking pitifully at him.

“Little Bei~”

With so many people around in the store, even the boss watching, Lin Beixiu’s face blushed with embarrassment. He wanted to withdraw his hand, but couldn’t bear to, and couldn’t pull it away from her grip either.

“Alright, but I’m not going shopping, just eating.”

Qin Muxue knew he was still haunted by past experiences, so she happily agreed.

“Okay.”

Qin Muxue pinched his palm, then cheerfully left.

Inside, the envious glances of the students in the store were directed at Lin Beixiu. Was it really okay to flaunt their relationship so openly?

Lin Beixiu hadn’t snapped out of it yet; his mind was still on the soft touch of his hand, softer and slightly smaller than his own palm.

Freak.

Lin Beixiu couldn’t help but spit at himself, wondering how he could think so much.

……

“Goodbye, Uncle Zhang.”

Qin Muxue greeted Zhang Qingmin and pulled Lin Beixiu along with her.

She had gotten to know this lovely uncle later and often came to greet him.

Zhang Qingmin responded with a warm smile, “Take care on the road.”

“Where shall we eat?”

On the way, Lin Beixiu asked first, it was better to be prepared.

Seeing Lin Beixiu’s wary expression, Qin Muxue spoke irritably.

“We’re going to eat at Haidilao.”

Lin Beixiu’s expression was strange, puzzled by the girl’s thoughts, but he didn’t say much.

Eating at Haidilao at this time?

As guests arrived, the waiter politely invited them in.

“Welcome, just the two of you?”

Qin Muxue nodded, “Please give us a quiet spot.”

“Alright, please follow me.”

The waiter led them to a corner and explained how to order, just scan the QR code at the table.

Qin Muxue scanned the QR code, looking at the menu.

“What do you want to eat?”

“I’m easy.”

Qin Muxue frowned, dissatisfied with his response, “Always so indecisive, don’t you have any preferences?”

“But I eat anything.”

Qin Muxue wanted to understand him better, “What’s your favorite food, do you have one?”

“Just order some meat, chicken is fine.”

“Okay.”

After Qin Muxue ordered, they waited.

“Can you get me some dipping sauce?”

Lin Beixiu nodded and went to the sauce station. Qin Muxue propped her chin with her hand, watching his busy figure with a faint smile.

When Lin Beixiu returned, Qin Muxue was no longer calm, and couldn’t smile anymore, the naughty boy had brought back two spicy sauces.

Qin Muxue looked at the little dishes of red oil in front of her and then turned to him, her expression unfriendly.

“You know I don’t eat spicy.”

Lin Beixiu smiled, “I didn’t know.”

Qin Muxue looked at his mischievous expression, pouted, and made a mental note to get back at him later.

Qin Muxue stood up to get her own sauce, Lin Beixiu curiously wondering why she wasn’t angry, cheerfully stopped her, and produced a dipping sauce she could eat from somewhere she couldn’t see.

Qin Muxue then sat back down, feeling less upset inside, but still pouting arrogantly, almost as if she could hang an oil bottle from her lips.

“You’re playing with me, aren’t you?”

Lin Beixiu smiled without a word, occasionally enjoying watching her expressions.

When the dishes were all served, they began to eat, creating a subtle atmosphere.

Especially Lin Beixiu, looking around at the many couples also eating, which made him feel as if they also shared that kind of feeling…

Qin Muxue noticed his gaze and her lips curved slightly downward.

She just wanted to do things that couples do, gradually getting him used to it, then slowly drawing him into the trap she had set for him.

“How do you find the taste of this place?” Qin Muxue started a conversation.

“I thought you had been here before.”

“No, I wanted to bring you to try it out, see if it’s good.”

Qin Muxue tried her best not to let the conversation die.

“It’s alright, the taste is really good,” Lin Beixiu said casually.

He felt the taste was indeed good, or rather, anything edible was fine, since he wasn’t picky.

Qin Muxue watched others serving each other food, feeling a bit envious.

……

Finally full, they left Haidilao.

Lin Beixiu had asked her how much the meal was, suggesting they split the cost, and he would send her the money.

Fool, what’s mine is yours, why divide us like this.

“No need, it’s on me,” Qin Muxue said somewhat discontentedly.

Lin Beixiu felt embarrassed, even without looking, he knew that meal wasn’t cheap, and he also felt like he was freeloading.

But he knew that it wasn’t easy to change Qin Muxue’s mind once she had decided on something.

Feeling Lin Beixiu’s silence, Qin Muxue took his hand.

“If you really want to thank me, help me dry my hair when we get back, I find your hands very comfortable.”

Lin Beixiu hesitated for a moment, eventually not wanting to owe her a favor, even though it was a small matter.

“Okay.”

Qin Muxue almost jumped for joy, fortunately, she managed to restrain herself, but her expression could hardly be concealed.

When they got home, Qin Muxue couldn’t wait to head to the bathroom to shower.

To fulfill her request, Lin Beixiu sat on the sofa waiting.

Before long, Qin Muxue emerged from the bathroom, not in pajamas this time but in a short skirt and a short-sleeved top, exposing her long legs to the air.

Gulp.

Lin Beixiu imperceptibly swallowed, finding her too tempting; he couldn’t help but take several more glances.

Qin Muxue noticed his gaze, and though shy, she sat next to Lin Beixiu.

“Stop staring, help me dry my hair.”

“Oh.”

To distract himself, Lin Beixiu picked up the hairdryer and massaged her scalp as before, running his fingers through her smooth hair.

After drying her hair, Lin Beixiu started to tidy up.

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