03

Her beautiful big eyes widened like copper bells, fiercely warning me: "No matter who you are, do not set your sights on him; Lu Qiu Hai is mine"

The beginning of friendship between girls may truly just be a simple phrase: "Come with me"

Lin Jiaxuan. "I couldn't help but want to hit him; it was as if he could see through my thoughts. In a flash, he slipped out from under my arm, waving the lunch box in his hand, 'Thanks.'

The weekend quickly passed. After class on this day, I returned to the dormitory. The other two girls were not there; only one girl, dressed in pajamas, was sitting on the bed, peeling an orange while watching a show. I remember her name is Yang Liu

The two of us walked side by side on the way to the underground mall, and Yang Liu kept talking about her impression of me. She said I appeared stern and unapproachable, but it was all a facade. She mentioned that she came here from another place to study and didn't have many friends, and that I must be sure to invite her whenever I go out in the future

Indeed, my classmate just informed me that the teacher has already started taking attendance. But what should I do with all these things? If I go back to the dormitory and then head to the classroom, I will definitely be in big trouble

You and she were originally acquainted! The story between you two, as your friend, I know nothing about it, which shows how well you have kept it a secret

However ... ...

Subsequently, July said nothing more, adjusted the scarf around her neck, and left. I turned around and looked at Lin Jiaxuan, who remained silent. The gaze he cast at July's departing figure was filled with both love and despair, a sight I had never witnessed before.

Upon exiting the mall, we carried three shopping bags, all filled with items for Yang Liu. She resembled a squirrel preparing for hibernation; aside from one bag of daily necessities, the other two large bags were entirely filled with snacks

"Go ahead." I finished speaking and gave her a reassuring look

I heard that familiar voice, and my feet could not move an inch. Lin Jiaxuan's eyes were filled with pain as he tightly gripped her arm, his voice roaring from his throat like a wounded beast: "Zhuang Qiyue!"

He took my backpack, pulled out the blue lunch box inside, and then hung the backpack back on my shoulder, only then noticing the two people behind me

Lin Jiaxuan leaned closer to me and nudged me with his elbow, asking, "Is he your boyfriend?"

Realizing that someone behind me was watching this scene without reservation, I suddenly turned around, only to find that the boy had already walked away in another direction, leaving the girl staring at me like an enemy.

I shook my head with a faint smile, carrying shopping bags and a lunch box as I walked out the door. Because the items were quite heavy, I had to take breaks while walking. If it weren't for Lin Jiaxuan having a class, I would have called him out to help me with the heavy lifting.

After we finished browsing, we found a small restaurant to have dinner. Yang Liu received a text message, and as soon as she read it, she jumped up: "Oh no! I have class tonight, I completely forgot!"

The person standing at the entrance of the internet café across the street is Lin Jiaxuan. He seems to be somewhat impatiently tapping his foot, stretching his neck to look inside, likely waiting for someone.

Since I usually do not greet anyone, I would like to go directly to my bed

A slap landed on Lin Jiaxuan's face, and it also struck my heart. It truly hurt

Then, I got up to get some water from the water dispenser. Noticing that her cup on the table was empty, I also took the liberty of filling it with warm water and placing it back in its original spot

The boss smiled and asked, "Young lady, your friend hasn't finished her meal, is she rushing off to a date?"

Seeing me in a daze, the girl simply stuffed the orange into my hand and smiled up at me, saying, "It's very sweet, you should try it."

The girl was wearing a bright red trench coat and a black hat, the brim of which slanted downwards, obscuring most of her face. She shook off Lin Jiaxuan's hand and said something, seemingly very angry. I saw Lin Jiaxuan take a few steps back, tightly pursing his lips, his brows furrowed together, and his left hand grasping at the air a few times before relaxing. He always liked to make this gesture when he was unhappy

I watched her hurriedly put on her clothes, combing her hair and searching for her shoes, and I told her that I was not in a hurry. Yang Liu paused her hand that was applying face cream and smiled apologetically at me, saying, "Please don't take offense, I'm used to staying at home, and going out feels like rushing to put out a fire."

My heart is too narrow, and not many can reside within it

The loud sound attracted the attention of several passersby

I also do not know why I am particularly unable to deal with him

I am sorry. Is it sorry for her, or sorry for a vanished child

Each word is like a cold knife

"Tsk." He curled the corner of his mouth, gestured towards me, and with a mischievous smile said, "Good lad, you almost outshone me. Keep it up!"

My hands and body were icy cold, as if I were submerged in an ice cellar. When I noticed July's gaze directed towards me, I quickly turned to the side, facing away from them, and concealed myself in a patch of shadow. At that moment, I felt both awkward and ridiculous

I shook my head: "No."

I said "thank you," stuffed the orange into my mouth, and indeed it was very sweet, sweet to the core.

Thank you! Yang Liu smiled at me kindly and said, "Do you have time? I want to go buy some daily necessities. It's not far, just at the underground mall by the school gate. If you have time, would you accompany me?"

Lin Jiaxuan had a dark expression on his face, clearly very agitated. I felt a bit anxious, placing the water I had just bought on the counter, and glancing at the several bags of items belonging to Yang Liu. I had no choice but to ask the convenience store owner, "Auntie, could you please help me watch over these items? I will be back to pick them up shortly."

When checking out, I would like the boss to pack a portion of rib soup for me

Alright. I had nothing else to do anyway, so I agreed.

I believe that in this world, no one likes solitude. Whether it is a fleeting encounter or a bond of life and death, we need both.

My eyes began to ache, and everything before me became hazy, shrouded in a layer of moisture. Through the mist, I saw Lin Jiaxuan with his head lowered, staring motionlessly at the ground

This is Lin Jiaxuan

Oh—" he deliberately elongated his voice to scrutinize me, clearly in disbelief, "You are quite well hidden, aren't you."

Yang Liu wiped her mouth with a piece of paper and gratefully patted me on the shoulder: "Thank you! Yang Yang."

I watched their figures leaving one after the other, suddenly feeling a dramatic sense of unreality. Wait, she just seemed to have mentioned a name—

After speaking, I didn't even pay attention to what the boss's wife replied, and I anxiously ran across to the other side. I dodged the vehicles on both sides and passed through a row of night market stalls, seeing the two people just ahead.

I finally arrived in front of a convenience store, feeling somewhat thirsty, so I placed my bag on the counter and took out some money to buy a drink. While checking out, my eyes inadvertently glanced towards the roadside, and in an instant, I could not look away.

Lin Jiaxuan jumped down the steps and bounced in front of me, speaking in a reproachful tone: "You, delivering a meal is slower than a turtle, I'm about to starve to death"

Lin Jiaxuan glared at her fiercely, unwilling to accept the reality, and pressed on: "What are you still waiting for? He is dead, he will no longer love you, that bastard is dead!"

That kind of gaze will never be directed at me, will it

Are we going over now

Just as I was about to call out to him, I abruptly held back my voice due to his subsequent actions. I saw a girl walking out from the internet café, and Lin Jiaxuan seemed overjoyed, immediately stepping forward to pull her in.

At that moment, the girl pushed Lin Jiaxuan with annoyance and shouted, "What does my child have to do with you?"

The girl seemed unwilling to pay him any attention and directly tried to bypass him to leave. Lin Jiaxuan, in a moment of panic, went to stop her. I saw them arguing again, but due to the distance, I couldn't hear what they were arguing about

The sense of isolation that had previously arisen from our unfamiliarity vanished completely in her laughter and my responses

Why does this name sound so familiar? It seems I have heard it somewhere, or perhaps it is just my illusion. When I hear these three words, the murky waters of my memory are stirred, and inexplicable emotions creep up to the tip of my heart like vines. This feeling is quite unpleasant; I cannot control it, and subconsciously, I feel a bit restless.

I saw July smiling indifferently, unabashedly staring at Lin Jiaxuan, and stating word by word: "I have said it before, I have never liked you."

Really? I will get ready right away. Yang Liu seemed very happy when she saw me agree without hesitation, quickly tidying up the things on the bed, lifting the quilt, jumping out of bed, and rummaging through the clothes in the wardrobe

Lu Qiu Hai

"It really isn't." I argued softly

"Hey, do you want to eat?" A hand reached into my line of sight. I looked at the peeled orange, somewhat taken aback, unsure of how to respond for a moment

There is no rush, I will wait for you

Then, I saw her cheerful figure running past me, like a gust of wind sweeping out of the restaurant. On the table, in her bowl, there was still half of the meal left uneaten.

He gradually released his grip on July's hand and said, "I am sorry"

At this moment, her previous fragility and submissiveness had long vanished, leaving only jealousy and arrogance that proclaimed her sovereignty. I shook my head, wanting to explain, but the girl had already walked away with her head held high.

No problem, leave the matter to me