Chapter 73: Leaving Early

Lin Beixiu’s personality, coupled with hers, meant that the two of them did not interact much in class.

However, Qin Muxue misunderstood, and even her singing voice trembled.

Lin Beixiu looked worriedly in her direction, knowing that Qin Muxue did not hold her liquor well and wondering how much she had actually drunk.

Qin Muxue stopped, and according to the lyrics, it was Lin Beixiu’s turn to sing, so he quickly took over.

Qin Muxue watched his profile, feeling drunk and thought he was really handsome, instinctively reaching out to interlock fingers with him.

Lin Beixiu stiffened, not expecting her sudden move, which startled him into singing off-key as he turned to look at her.

In Qin Muxue’s affectionate gaze, there was a touch of grievance and an almost imperceptible love.

Lin Beixiu was immediately drawn in, forgetting to sing, but the crowd still clapped along, knowing the situation between them and even whistling teasingly.

Lin Beixiu’s expression was complex, and Qin Muxue had already returned to the corner, drinking alone.

Lin Beixiu hurried over and sat beside her, “Stop drinking, what’s gotten into you?”

“If you don’t want me to drink, you sure are drinking enthusiastically.”

“If you want to drink, drink then. I won’t care for you tonight.”

Qin Muxue tilted her head back for another sip, her actions not matching her appearance at all.

Even though it was against her habits, she forced herself to swallow.

Lin Beixiu sighed, “Are you angry?”

Seeing her expression, Lin Beixiu thought that could be the only reason, but he didn’t know why Qin Muxue was angry.

“No, you’re overthinking it,” Qin Muxue downed another drink.

Lin Beixiu couldn’t stand it anymore, “I ate your double-skin milk pudding earlier, so I won’t drink today, and you shouldn’t either.”

He then snatched the can from her hands, but it was almost empty.

“You really are…”

Moved by his words, Qin Muxue just sat there quietly looking at him, her gaze still captivating, making Lin Beixiu lose himself.

For the first time, he reached out and took her hand, causing Qin Muxue to shiver, then relax, marking the first time he voluntarily held her hand.

Lin Beixiu explained softly, “She’s a classmate, I’ve helped her before, and I thought she was one of us. Besides, it was just a game later on, so I went up and sang a song.”

Lin Beixiu guessed that Qin Muxue was probably upset seeing him sing with Chen Zhenzhen, but he didn’t see what there was to be upset about.

Women, truly hard to understand.

With that, Lin Beixiu continued to watch her expressions nervously.

Finally, Qin Muxue smiled, her jealousy dissipating. “Hmm, I get it.”

Helpless to resist her charm, Lin Beixiu knew he had to keep a close eye on her, lest she be swept away.

Relieved, Lin Beixiu sighed as Qin Muxue leaned closer, resting her head on his shoulder, her breath warm with the scent of alcohol.

“It’s the same, if you want to join them for drinks, go ahead, don’t mind me, I can sleep by myself.”

Now that she was cajoled, she felt better.

“No, there’s something else I should tell you, I sneaked two drinks when you were out,” Lin Beixiu admitted, still a bit embarrassed.

Qin Muxue pouted, her hand on his waist, not quite daring to pinch, just giving a gentle squeeze.

“Little Bei, you’re not being honest.”

That stubborn fool, if you hadn’t mentioned it, I would have pretended it never happened.

“Fine, if you won’t go out, just sit with me for a while.”

Lin Beixiu nodded, and for a moment, neither spoke.

Qin Muxue stared intently at his profile, touched by the moment.

She felt she had never truly understood him; over these many years, what had he experienced? She could sense the emotions Lin Beixiu felt while singing, which affected her too, making her feel even more sympathetic.

Without the guidance and companionship of his parents, he must have had great determination to maintain his integrity in such an environment, not straying from his path and even achieving excellent results to get into university.

The hardships he endured were imaginable.

Holding his hand tighter, Qin Muxue thought, ‘Little Bei, from now on, I will always be with you.’

…

Soon, Lin Beixiu realized that she had fallen asleep, leaning on his shoulder, her cheeks still flushed.

Gently, Lin Beixiu laid her down on the sofa and carefully withdrew his hand.

Then he found Hu Feng, “It’s getting late; we should head back.”

“Want to take some stuff with you?”

Lin Beixiu shook his head with a wry smile, “I need to take Qin Muxue home first; can’t carry too much.”

“Alright.”

Hu Feng smiled, having seen their interaction; his concern had dissipated.

“Drive safely.”

Lin Beixiu quickly gathered their belongings, slung her purse over his shoulder, lifted her up, and greeted everyone before heading out.

Once outside, Lin Beixiu carried her on his back, standing by the street ready to hail a cab.

“Damn, you always trouble me when you’re drunk.”

Despite his words, Lin Beixiu’s tone was unwittingly tender.

Finally, a cab arrived, and Lin Beixiu moved her from his back, but she clung to his neck, her legs restlessly moving.

Lin Beixiu quickly adjusted her skirt to prevent any mishaps.

“Older sister Qin, behave yourself.”

“Mmm.”

Qin Muxue didn’t open her eyes, merely humming without further movement.

Lin Beixiu: …….

Lin Beixiu had no choice but to princess-carry her, enduring the cab driver’s curious glances as he boarded the vehicle.

Since she refused to leave his body, Lin Beixiu sat with her in his lap, her arms still around his neck.

The driver’s glances in the rear-view mirror made Lin Beixiu’s mouth twitch.

“Young man, your girlfriend is quite a looker, out late, huh?”

Lin Beixiu casually replied, “A classmate’s birthday, we played quite late.”

“Oh, I see.”

…

Lin Beixiu said no more, his current state was not great, like tinder near fire, ready to explode, and thankfully, Qin Muxue wasn’t making it worse.

Looking at the little cat comfortably asleep in his arms, he had no improper thoughts, not even daring to disturb her, his hand hovered near her face before he let it drop.

Reflected in the window, Lin Beixiu’s gentle face watched over Qin Muxue….

Upon arriving, Lin Beixiu paid the fare, carried Qin Muxue to the elevator, and up to her apartment.

“Really, wearing such a short skirt.”

Because he had to prevent exposure, Lin Beixiu had to keep his hand high, the plush feel of her thigh… it was a test of his resolve.

Finally, he placed her on her room’s bed and sighed in relief.

This really was torture for him.

Lin Beixiu closed her door and decided to take a shower.

In the room, Qin Muxue soon opened her eyes, slightly groggy but relatively clear-headed.

She stumbled to the bathroom, hearing the sound of water, and knocked on the door.

“What is it?”

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