Chapter 65: Snooping

“No need.”

Qin Muxue refused without hesitation; how could she possibly leave Lin Beixiu.

“Part-time work is also good, I can earn money on my own and gain some life experience.”

Qin Han and the other looked at each other with strange expressions and found it hard to refuse their daughter’s request.

“How about that boy, how are you getting along with him?”

“Pretty well.”

Su Yun also laughed, “Last time I saw you, why didn’t you mention it? Turns out you’re living with a boy.”

“What’s there to say about that.” Qin Muxue rubbed her head, masking her own guilt.

The two shared a knowing smile, and Qin Han sighed in resignation, realizing her daughter was truly experiencing her first feelings of love.

Qin Han would certainly not interfere with her decision to avoid straining their relationship further, but she still needed to keep an eye on the situation.

She had seen photos of Lin Beixiu before and thought the young man was handsome, which satisfied her.

“Will he be back for lunch?”

“Mom, why do you ask so much? He eats at school, then goes to the library, and has part-time work at night; he rarely stays home.” Qin Muxue tried to sound calm.

In the classroom, Lin Beixiu sneezed.

“Who’s talking bad about me.”

…….

“Alright, alright, I won’t talk about it anymore.”

This attempt to cover up made them both understand each other more, and they smiled knowingly, so familiar with each other…

“Why not take mom around the neighborhood?”

Qin Muxue nodded, “Okay, we’ll go out for lunch.”

After a brief tour of the apartment they lived in, they went out, and Qin Muxue breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that nothing was discovered.

As they left, Qin Muxue secretly sent a message to Lin Beixiu, asking him not to come back just yet, to spare him the awkwardness of eating out.

Meanwhile, Lin Beixiu, having received the message, was speechless. Where could he go?

He was quite annoyed. Lin Beixiu also had social anxiety, and it would be better not to meet Qin Muxue’s family just yet.

Lin Beixiu thought for a moment and decided to find Hu Feng.

“What’s up, Brother Lin, thinking of crashing at our dorm?”

“I’ve got nowhere to stay, just for a bit.”

Lin Beixiu didn’t elaborate, and Hu Feng and the others didn’t ask further, happy to have him over.

“Come on, Brother Lin, let’s eat out. The cafeteria food is terrible, we’re going out.”

…….

After eating, Lin Beixiu was led back to their dorm, seeing the school’s dormitories for the first time. The rooms had beds above desks, private bathrooms—everything needed, just a bit messy.

Lin Beixiu looked at a trash can overflowing with tissues, especially around the edges, the colors seemed odd.

Lin Beixiu: ……

He was fed up with understanding too much.

Hu Feng, a bit embarrassed, went up to one bed and shouted, “Zhang An, you jerk, flying solo again? Aren’t you afraid of passing out?”

“Shut up, I’m healthy.”

“Don’t think I didn’t know you were rocking the bed last night, dad understands.”

…….

The two bickered, and eventually, Zhang An was told to clean up.

Walking to the farthest bed, Hu Feng took off his shoes and climbed onto his bed.

“Brother Lin, you can sit here a while, and if you want to lie down, I don’t mind.”

Looking at the other’s mischievous gaze, Lin Beixiu got goosebumps.

“No need, I’ll just sit for a bit.”

“Alright, if you get bored, you can also play on my computer; it has all sorts of games,” Hu Feng’s voice came from the bed.

Lin Beixiu didn’t touch his computer, just sat in the chair and dozed off as the other roommates returned. They were surprised to see Lin Beixiu but soon started chatting with him.

Lin Beixiu responded briefly, then watched them sit at their desks playing games, eventually laying his head down on the desk and falling asleep.

…….

On Qin Muxue’s end, she spent the day eating and shopping with her family, chatting a lot, but both felt Qin Muxue was somewhat distracted.

Despite this, Qin Han was quite satisfied, indeed as Su Yun said, her daughter had changed a lot, and she could feel their relationship had warmed significantly.

“Vacation is coming soon, we’ll have Sister Yun pick you up then. I’ll have more time then, and can spend some quality time with you.”

Qin Muxue was startled, realizing how quickly time had passed.”Okay.”

After dinner, Qin Han took her shopping at a supermarket, cherishing the time spent with her daughter.

……

Qin Muxue laughed helplessly, “Mom, that’s enough, I still have plenty of these items.”

In just a short time, they had bought so much.

Su Yun chuckled beside her, “Take it, Little Xue, it’s a small token from your mom, you can share it with your roommate if you like.”

“Sister Yun.”

Hearing Su Yun teasing her again, Qin Muxue pouted in mock anger.

Su Yun affectionately ruffled her hair, noting such expressions from Little Xue were quite rare.

The group spent several hours shopping, with Qin Han leaving many purchased items, including some homemade food she had made especially for Qin Muxue.

They chatted a bit more.

“Little Xue, although I don’t object to you working part-time, you can tell me if you’re facing any difficulties, don’t keep it to yourself.”

Qin Muxue nodded, “Mhm.”

Qin Han decided not to lecture her, knowing her daughter’s stubborn nature—once she made up her mind, nothing could change it.

“Fine, I’ve deposited money in your account, you won’t lack funds. Also, even though you are roommates, you should still be cautious. Get along well, and if he bullies you, tell me, and I’ll set it right.”

Qin Muxue thought of something and blushed, thinking of his silliness…

“Enough, Mom, you worry too much. I barely talk to him.”

………

After their final chat, Qin Han packed up to leave, hugging Qin Muxue and giving some last-minute advice.

Qin Muxue was somewhat speechless, but warmth surged in her heart.

“Mhm, thanks, Mom, drive safely.”

Though they had only gone shopping, Qin Muxue felt deeply content and happy.

A childhood luxury became reality in that moment.

Qin Han left, and Qin Muxue was left to sort through a table full of food. At this point, there was no need to go back to class, so she stayed at home.

………

On the highway.

“Sister Han, are we just leaving like this?”

Qin Han gave a wry smile, “What can we do? Little Xue made up her mind not to let us meet that boy. Insisting would be useless; I don’t want to upset her and make her revert to her cold and silent self.”

“I’m also happy about this short visit.”

Su Yun empathized, “Yes, Little Xue has indeed become much more open. That Lin Beixiu must be quite something. Sister Han, do you think there’s a chance for them to get together?”

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