Chapter 332: Save Me Some Soup
Life, by its nature, is as bland as plain oatmeal.
Days roll by, week after week, with the temperature dipping lower than a bad pickup line at a dating show.
The little trio’s online store is thriving thanks to their relentless efforts, and suddenly their little business is hotter than a summer sun.
Sometimes, when they get too busy, Dragon Brother finds himself left hanging, like a forgotten coat at a party.
Compared to his little companions, he’s started to feel a bit more like the once notorious slacker he used to be.
To change all this and stop playing the role of the slacker, Dragon Brother can only shamelessly cling to his friends.
Most of the time, Little Girl can’t handle her clingy Dragon Brother. The moment he gets all touchy-feely with her, it’s game over; she surrenders and nestles into his embrace like a lost kitten.
This afternoon, he gets a message from Little Girl saying she’s free for the afternoon and wants to invite him to that restaurant they once visited to devour some clay pot rice noodles.
Excited, Dragon Brother tidies himself up and hops on his bike to pick her up.
Today, the roads are as clear as his intentions, and it seems the traffic lights are all playing a friendly game of “green means go” just for him.
Arriving early at the entrance of A University, he’s just taken off his helmet when he spots Little Girl striding toward him.
But wait! Her sidekick today is a boy, around 1.75 meters tall, sporting short hair, gleaming like a sunny day.
Dragon Brother’s brow furrows ever so slightly as he observes the scene.
They seem to be having a good chat, and Little Girl even flashes a smile.
Quickly, he glances in the rearview mirror of his electric bike, tousled hair flying around him, looking all dapper with dimples complementing his grin.
He decides he should probably cut his hair shorter next time.
Although he knows Little Girl’s heart is his, jealousy still bubbles up inside him like a pot left on the stove too long.
Just as he notices her laughing again, he clears his throat and calls out, “Ah Ying!”
Hearing his voice, Hu Yu Ying looks up, her bright eyes turning into crescent moons of joy.
She nods at her classmate and practically sprints over to Dragon Brother’s side.
He pulls her into a hug, stealing a quick glance at the boy before raising an eyebrow and gently placing the helmet on her head like a crown.
“What are you up to, Dragon Brother?” Hu Yu Ying giggles at his antics, covering her mouth to stifle her laughter.
“Uh-huh.” Dragon Brother nods to himself, “I know that guy is your classmate.”
With a sly blink, she teases, “But Dragon Brother, you looked awfully smug just now. Are you, perhaps, feeling a touch of jealousy?”
He says nothing but holds her hand tight, and once they’re on the electric bike, he speeds off like a man on a mission.
Clinging onto Dragon Brother’s waist, Hu Yu Ying explains softly, “So, you know, I’m running an online store, and that classmate wanted help picking out an outfit for his girlfriend, so he asked for my fashion expertise.”
Mentioning fashion makes Dragon Brother feel a bit regretful. Ever since fall clothes came in, it’s been chaos. After talking her to sleep the other night, he was left scrolling through his phone till dawn.
Separated by their busy college lives, they hardly get time together, so he vows that every second this afternoon will be theirs.
With that in mind, he whisks Hu Yu Ying back to their place.
As soon as they’re home, before they even step through the door, he presses her against the wall.
What follows is a fervent kiss, heavy breaths mixing with a dash of mischief.
Hu Yu Ying wraps her arms around him to maintain her balance.
But in the next moment, she feels Dragon Brother’s hands sliding down to her waist, distracting her with a rebellious mission of unbuttoning her shirt.
“Dragon Brother, no!” she gasps, leaning against his shoulder.
He stops, lowering his head to look her in the eyes, voice deep as a well: “Why not?”
“Um… I need to buy something first,” her cheeks flush, gently resting against his chest.
“I just wanted to say you should stock up on these things at home. But you won’t let me,” he says, fingers toying under her chin, breaths growing intense.
With a sultry glance, Hu Yu Ying playfully rolls her eyes, “You’re not seriously asking, are you? Doesn’t Dragon Brother know how that turned out last time?”
After that last big box of goodies, he had plowed through them as if they were popcorn at a movie night.
Seriously, buying smaller packs sounds much smarter. If only it would keep him from treating their intimate escapades like a buffet…
Honestly, she never opposes their escapades. Each encounter leaves her feeling even more vivacious, but it’s Dragon Brother who’s taking the hit here.
As he contemplates her stinging words, Dragon Brother’s fire gradually cools. Sometimes he wonders if he’s got too much energy to burn.
“Wait for me, I’ll be back quickly!” Hu Yu Ying announces as she heads for the door to grab that essential item.
Dragon Brother gently pulls her back and whispers in her ear, “How about we grab some food first?”
The more he has of her, the more he cherishes their time together. Each moment spent is too precious to waste.
He can’t expect there to be no other guys around Little Girl – that’s just unrealistic!
Everywhere he looks there are people – men, women, old folks, kids – all roaming about.
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Dragon Brother’s confusion about jealousy is a tale as old as time.
What he doesn’t realize is that those moments of jealousy make Hu Yu Ying happier than a puppy in a pile of puppies.
How could she ask for anything better than the one she loves caring about her?
She looks at him and playfully blinks, “Are we done for now?”
Honestly, she’s just seeking his company today; she longs for a bit of his time too…
“First, let’s go eat, then I’ll be back to rest early tonight.”
“Deal!”
They share a knowing smile. This life is delightful – simple yet sprinkled with little joys…
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At the music academy, Lin Wan Ning steps back into the dorm after a long day.
Seeing her time of the month has vanished, she stretches out with cheer.
Pulling out her phone, she glances at the time and calendar.
They’re so in sync that they all know when hefty classes are on schedule and when they’re free.
Today, it seems like a no-class day. She hops into their chat group to ask who’s up for a shower today since two of her bathing buddies are MIA.
Before long, Li Qing Xue responds, saying she’ll send her location and be there in a jiffy.
While Hu Yu Ying shoots a message saying she’s got something on today and will catch up later.
Lin Wan Ning smirks, knowing Hu Yu Ying must be with Dragon Brother right now.
“Ah Ying, save me some soup…”
[Please send more electricity!]
