Chapter 97: Cooking

The smile on Lin Beixiu’s face might make one think he was a masochist; even Qin Muxue hadn’t noticed the change in Lin Beixiu’s personality.

“Say something nice, and I’ll let you off.”

Lin Beixiu thought for a moment and said, “Ah, you’re really beautiful, like… a celestial maiden from the Ninth Heaven.”

Lin Beixiu really didn’t know how to talk to girls, especially when it came to saying nice things. It took him a while to come up with a celestial maiden from the Ninth Heaven.

Qin Muxue: …

Seeing his embarrassed look, Qin Muxue intentionally teased him, saying impatiently, “That’s it? Too perfunctory, isn’t it?”

“Come on, think of something else quickly.”

At the same time, the strength in her hand increased slightly.

Lin Beixiu thought for a moment and said, “As enchanting as a fish sinking into the depths and a bird startling in the sky, shy flowers closing at the moonlight’s lament.”

Nothing else, but his studies had paid off, and a poem slipped out effortlessly.

Qin Muxue was stunned for a moment, looking into his eyes as if she could see a thousand words in them. Then, her face quickly blushed a faint pink, very cute indeed.

“You rascal.”

Qin Muxue let go of him, questioning, “Do you say the same things to other girls?”

“No,” Lin Beixiu said firmly.

Seeing his expression, Qin Muxue felt a small sense of joy. Putting her hands behind her back, she walked away with cheerful steps.

“Let’s go.”

Lin Beixiu watched her walk ahead, his lips curling slightly.

…

Back at home, Grandpa Zhang wanted Qin Muxue to stay for dinner, but Lin Beixiu refused.

“Grandpa, it’s not safe for girls to ride at night.”

Qin Muxue also wanted to stay, but Su Yun had already sent a message urging her to return. To avoid worrying her family, Qin Muxue decided to leave.

At the roadside, she hailed a car.

“Next time I’ll come again,” she said.

Lin Beixiu smiled, “You’re welcome anytime.”

“How far is your home from here?” Lin Beixiu remembered something and asked.

“About an hour’s drive.”

“That’s too far.”

“We shouldn’t risk it. Not safe.”

Knowing he was concerned about her, she said, “It’s okay, nothing can stop me from seeing you.”

“Stop it, you’re not welcome.”

Qin Muxue angrily kicked him, but Lin Beixiu didn’t dodge.

“Alright, your car’s here. Next time, give me a heads up. If you catch a cold, your family will worry, and I’ll feel guilty.”

“Don’t worry, I’ll take care of myself. Even if I catch a cold, I’ll bear it myself.”

After saying goodbye, Qin Muxue got into the car, and Lin Beixiu waved goodbye by the roadside.

This little girl.

Lin Beixiu smiled as he walked away.

Meanwhile, as soon as Qin Muxue got into the car, she received a call from Su Yun.

“Sister Yun, I’m on my way back.” Qin Muxue’s tone was a bit helpless.

Feeling Qin Muxue’s tone, Su Yun spoke softly, “Okay, hurry back.”

Back at home, both Su Yun and Qin Han were there. After all, they had been at their classmate’s house all morning and hadn’t come back for lunch.

“I’m going upstairs.”

Qin Han wanted to say something more, but Qin Muxue hurriedly ran upstairs. Su Yun glanced at Qin Han and said reassuringly.

“I’ll talk to her.”

Su Yun knocked on Qin Muxue’s door.

“Come in.”

Su Yun pushed the door open and walked in. Qin Muxue quickly tidied up a bit and lay down on the bed.

“Little Xue.”

Su Yun walked over with a mischievous smile, as if she was going to tickle her.

“Sister Yun, don’t.”

“What kind of classmate keeps you away from home at lunchtime?”

Su Yun held her down to prevent her from escaping.

Seeing that she couldn’t escape, Qin Muxue reluctantly said, “Just a regular classmate.”

“Really? But I heard from Wang Ma that you were busy in the kitchen for a long time, making something mysterious.”

“You’re so nice to your classmates, could it be a boyfriend?”

Su Yun’s tone was firm, as they both knew already.

Blushing, Qin Muxue nodded. She could also tell from Su Yun’s tone that she already knew, and weakly said, “Does Mom know too?”

“Definitely, who else? Your recent behavior has been so unusual, tell me, what’s going on?”

Su Yun’s tone was a bit annoyed, as she wanted to know which despicable guy had taken away her cute sister.

“I won’t say.”

Qin Muxue turned her head stubbornly. “Sister Yun, don’t ask anymore. I know how to handle it myself.”

“Haha, stop it.”

…

In the end, Qin Muxue lay weakly on the bed, refusing to say anything.

Su Yun had no choice but to give up. “I believe in you, and we won’t interfere with your decisions. You don’t have to be like this. Mom only wants the best for you.”

“I know, it hasn’t been long, so I didn’t say anything.”

Meeting Su Yun’s teasing gaze, Qin Muxue realized and blushed.

“Sister, you tricked me.”

Su Yun laughed and resisted, “You come cook tonight. It’s been a while since I’ve had your cooking, and I miss it a little.”

“So, does that mean you’ll be home tonight?”

Su Yun ruffled her hair. “Of course, both I and Han will be here. The company isn’t that busy now. We can have a good New Year together this year.”

Tears welled up in Qin Muxue’s eyes. She had been waiting for this day for a long time.

Su Yun hugged her gently. “Everything will be alright.”

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