Chapter 126: Two Big Dummies
Yun Zhonghe pounded his chest and groaned, regretting the day he was born! Why on earth did he open his eyes!
Just now, Mu Jixue and Lin Zhongyu seemed to be in a great position. Maybe after the big fight, their chemistry heated up and they were about to get intimate during his meditation. But then, that ignorant self of his interfered.
Yun Zhonghe felt like his intestines were turning green with regret.
This was the moment he had been waiting for, all along! Once Huang Aotian and the female lead broke through, she finally moved from being a “plum friend” to becoming the lead female! As a loyal friend who helped protect her, Yun Zhonghe would officially become part of the main storyline and get his happily ever after!
But alas…
There was no way this was going to end well…
Yun Zhonghe almost shed bl**d and tears; he couldn’t help but cover his face and shouted to Mu Jixue and Lin Zhongyu, “Don’t mind me, I’m still knocked out. You two keep going.”
Then he pretended to maintain his meditation posture.
Mu Jixue and Lin Zhongyu were so ashamed their faces could have dripped bl**d.
“You… you can’t think that wildly!”
Mu Jixue jumped up and roared.
Even she wouldn’t do such things in front of others. What kind of loose woman did Yun Zhonghe think she was?
Yun Zhonghe opened his eyes, feeling utterly confused, “Oh? Isn’t that what you meant?”
“Of course not! And why the hell do you look disappointed???”
Mu Jixue was about to lose it.
This yellow-haired guy had no clue about anyone’s feelings!
Of course, she wasn’t saying she didn’t want to improve with Little Yu; it’s just that Yun Zhonghe was also around… but her feelings for Little Yu… ah! Her brain was spinning!
Mu Jixue’s beautiful and smooth white hair was tangled as she wrung her hands, twisting her thoughts into knots, completely at a loss.
Yun Zhonghe was like a cloud of fog, clueless.
Lin Zhongyu couldn’t help chuckling seeing the situation.
Xue’er was really amusing.
“In summary!” Mu Jixue finally calmed down. She put her hands on her hips, pointed her finger at Yun Zhonghe’s nose, her blushing face barely concealing her embarrassment. “Nothing really happened… it was all a misunderstanding!”
“Oh… okay…”
Yun Zhonghe responded apathetically.
Maybe he did mess up. Regardless of whether it’s inside or outside, even if Huang Aotian were here, there’s no way a live broadcast of them ‘scratching’ would happen, right?
Yun Zhonghe felt maybe he just overthought it and quickly put aside those thoughts, standing up slowly.
“Hmm, you both reached your initial understanding?”
As he stood up, he sensed their progress.
Mu Jixue instantly got rid of her earlier embarrassment, feeling quite smug as she puffed her chest. “Hmph, see? Now we both are at the initial understanding stage. Don’t try to force your way into our consciousness again!”
They were interrupted before by Yun Zhonghe’s intrusion into their consciousness. If not for their weak spiritual energy, they could have resisted, thus preventing him from succeeding.
However, now they didn’t dwell on it. Considering Yun Zhonghe has been working behind the scenes, and despite his seemingly nonchalant attitude, she couldn’t help but soften her tone. “Thank you, for taking the time… for us to reach the initial understanding early.”
Yun Zhonghe: “…”
He was silent for a moment.
To be honest, this was all an accident. Yun Zhonghe hadn’t planned for the early initial understanding, something that was never in his plan. It was just incredibly lucky.
“Why aren’t you saying anything??”
Mu Jixue was getting anxious as Yun Zhonghe remained silent.
Yun Zhonghe snapped back, “Ah… nothing serious… just glad you’re stronger.”
As always, he remained calm, treating it as a minor matter.
But the more composed his attitude, the more agitated Mu Jixue felt.
Because she had no idea what Yun Zhonghe was thinking; she couldn’t read his mind.
Yet, her own thoughts had already been revealed…
This information imbalance made Mu Jixue extremely uncomfortable.
“Xue…”
Lin Zhongyu saw Mu Jixue’s state and couldn’t help but let out a worried sound.
Even Lin Zhongyu didn’t fully understand Yun Zhonghe.
What was his view of them? Was he just helping as a friend? She sensed he did more than she expected, even going out of his way to help them achieve their initial understanding early. That’s something not easy for many, yet Yun Zhonghe took it upon himself, dedicating his efforts to achieving such a result for them.
It was like she now owed him a huge favor.
The early initial understanding was no small feat for someone like Lin Zhongyu, making her feel even more grateful.
In spite of her arrogance, even Mu Jixue had to recognize these favors.
“By the way…”
After fixing his clothes, Yun Zhonghe turned to face them.
Mu Jixue’s heart suddenly skipped a beat, anticipating some serious talk.
Yun Zhonghe curiously asked, “When fighting the Fire Spirit, did you tell me you had a crush on me?”
*Phut!!*
Mu Jixue’s head erupted with steam, almost exploding.
She stammered, her eyes turning wild, her hands trembling, “Ah… err… that’s… not what you think… I… um…”
*Argh!!!* This was so embarrassing. Was it true she was caught?
*Quack!* Someone save me!
Her heart raced, almost stopping unexpectedly. The tension spread from her feet to her head, leaving her frozen, motionless, even forgetting to breathe. She stared dumbfounded at Yun Zhonghe’s lips, unsure of what he’d say next.
Dread filled her because she knew she wasn’t exactly likable, a result of her personality. Sometimes she wondered if her reticence and lack of charm were issues she couldn’t overcome.
But there was a tiny hope in her heart.
Overall, she was incredibly nervous.
Even Lin Zhongyu held her breath, listening eagerly for his response.
Yun Zhonghe laughed, lightening the mood, “I get it, just friendly appreciation, no need to explain.”
Mu Jixue: “…”
Lin Zhongyu: “…”
Yun Zhonghe didn’t catch onto the awkward expressions on their faces; he was too lost in his own joy.
He never thought, never imagined that Huang Aotian would consider him a friend—especially a role model!
The phrase “three men walking” means someone among them can always learn from each other. Huang Aotian must have admired something about him enough to develop a crush, but it was limited to his positive qualities.
That had to be it. Yun Zhonghe knew very well there was nothing beyond that.
Absolutely not!
Yun Zhonghe felt deeply moved. His efforts finally paid off, earning recognition from Mu Jixue. She formally acknowledged him as a friend.
He really wanted to cheer in his heart.
But then, Mu Jixue scowled at him, suddenly kicking his calf.
“Ouch! What are you doing??”
Mu Jixue looked up coldly, “Nothing, just venting, hmph!”
Yun Zhonghe: ?????
Even Lin Zhongyu sitting beside them sighed.
She underestimated this relationship. She thought once Mu Jixue understood her feelings, everything would be fine, but she failed to realize the biggest issue wasn’t with Mu Jixue, but with Yun Zhonghe!
He didn’t seem to treat them as anything more than friends!
This problem was more serious than she thought!
