Chapter 143: Embarrassing Misunderstanding
“Nothing much.” Lin Wan Ning naturally wouldn’t voice her suspicions; after all, that would be terribly rude.
But hanging out with Dragon Brother made her feel so relaxed.
She’s definitely mingled with other guys before, but never felt quite like this.
He didn’t do any childish stunts to get her attention. No grand gestures, no silly tricks—just being himself.
And he didn’t put any unnecessary pressure on her. In his eyes, she was just her.
“Want to sit for a bit?”
“Huh? Sit, sit… for a while?” Lin Wan Ning looked nervously at Dragon Brother, her icy little face flushing with a shy blush, eyes flickering: “It, it might not be a good idea? We just met…”
Watching her stiffen up like that, Dragon Brother sat on a nearby bench and said casually, “What’s wrong with that? If you’re worried about misunderstandings, you can sit over here.”
Lin Wan Ning looked at his actions. Her cheeks turned red like apples, and a blush crept from her fair neck all the way to her tiny face. Her water-damp eyes dodged back and forth: “N-No, no misunderstandings…”
She usually seemed so cold and aloof, like she’s impossibly high-maintenance, but honestly, she’s a normal girl too. She’d have her teenage crushes, chase after beautiful things—it’s human.
Everyone dreams of a sweet romance. Lin Wan Ning just had a cold personality, not a cold heart.
Hero saving girl—classic, cheesy trope, but very effective at making the other gender fall for you.
Lin Wan Ning wasn’t exactly the kind of girl who’s super conservative. Dragon Brother handsome, with a great body—hard not to notice. Feeling attracted? Totally normal, no shame in that.
So yeah, just now she was thinking a little dirty—he’s that attractive. Comforting herself, she quickly sat down, scared he’d see her lost in thought.
But her flushed cheeks? Dragon Brother wasn’t blind. He could totally tell.
Coupling that with Lin Wan Ning’s earlier surprised words, he wasn’t some innocent 18-year-old clueless boy, no way.
Suddenly feeling amused, he thought, Wow, this cool-looking girl is actually pretty flustered inside…
Hearing Dragon Brother’s laugh only made Lin Wan Ning’s nerves spike. It was like he saw right through her. Still, she mustered her coolest voice and asked, “What are you laughing at?”
“Nothing much. Just think you’re more interesting than I imagined…” He paused intentionally before finishing.
Watching him halt mid-sentence, Lin Wan Ning really, really wanted to hear the rest.
But personality-wise, she held back. She didn’t want to push, even if her curiosity was killing her.
“More interesting than I thought,” he added, glancing at her clenched hands, then sheepishly at himself, “Actually, more fun.”
Once he finished, her heart fluttered even more.
That guy… maybe he wasn’t just the simple honest type she thought. But honestly, hearing that didn’t turn her off; just made her a bit shy.
She also blamed high school dorm life—her roommate kept showing her little videos, so she learned way too much, and now she’s not quite pure anymore…
“By the way, did you put on the ointment on time?” Lin Wan Ning quickly changed the subject, trying to diffuse the awkward vibe.
“Yeah, the ointment works great.”
“Mm.” She nodded softly, not pressing any further.
They hadn’t known each other that long. Plenty of small talk wasn’t expected.
Finished her fruit tea, Lin Wan Ning stood up to leave.
“I’ll see you off.”
On a whim, she nodded without resisting.
Walking down the street.
All around them were students from T University or the Music College.
It was no surprise they looked out of place, but even more noticeable if they weren’t.
Lin Wan Ning’s icy aura, delicate beauty—no one paid her attention, which is odd.
“Make way, excuse me, excuse me.”
Hearing the call, Dragon Brother smoothly pulled her closer.
In sight was a guy all excited, clutching a bunch of flowers, rushing to meet someone.
Lin Wan Ning watched as Dragon Brother gripped her wrist. Her little face heated up. The warmness seemed to burn into her heart. Suddenly, her teeth clenched her red lips.
The usual cold look on her face was replaced by shy embarrassment. Her moist eyes tried to look away from his firm grip, but she couldn’t.
Normally, if someone did this, she’d yank her wrist away immediately. But this time? She didn’t. She pretended not to notice, even didn’t remind him.
Is this what being protected feels like?
The first time Dragon Brother helped her, she was frantic and disoriented—her head a mess with fear and confusion.
But this time? Different. She wasn’t panicked. Not confused. She felt the skin and palm heat on her wrist—an indescribable sense of safety.
Secretly glancing at Dragon Brother: “He’s helped me several times before. Does he like me too?”
Suddenly embarrassed by her own thought, she felt shy.
Honestly, having a guy hold her hand didn’t feel as bad as she’d imagined.
His palm was so big—her wrist was completely in his grasp.
If only he was holding her leg, little brain of hers flashed some tiny video scenes, imagining that posture… A strange blush rose in her cheeks.
Gently biting her lip, she looked up at Dragon Brother with a reddish face.
“Carrying flowers, rushing so fast, looking anxious—are you confessing your feelings?” he asked with a smile.
Hearing his concern made her giddy!
Lin Wan Ning worked hard to keep her face steady, but her heartbeat suddenly sped up, a surge of joy quietly blooming in her chest.
Even though Dragon Brother was a bit of a smooth talker—definitely doesn’t seem that serious-looking—if she trained herself well, no, if they got along better, maybe he’d stop being so playful with others.
Thinking of that, her heart pounded even harder: “I’m fine.”
The Music College and T University were close enough.
At the campus gate, Dragon Brother gestured farewell.
“Goodbye.” Lin Wan Ning softly said, then headed into the school.
Walking, she gently stroked her wrist—still felt the warmth from Dragon Brother’s hand.
A strange happiness warmed her heart, making her steps a little faster…
