Jiang Yi didn’t dare to speak, and it seemed Luo Jingshu wasn’t interested in his response.
The two finished their meal in silence, and as they were cleaning up, Luo Jingshu suddenly looked up and glanced at him. “Oh, by the way.”
“If you see him come looking for me in the future, don’t call me Jingshu.”
Jiang Yi was puzzled and asked, “What should I call you then?”
Luo Jingshu casually replied, “Call me Classmate Luo.”
Jiang Yi: …
Does it have to be this formal, even between friends??
Is your partner so petty that he even gets jealous over this?
Jiang Yi thought it might be because the term “Jingshu” was too intimate, and that person might not like it. Despite his confusion, he nodded in agreement.
“Alright, I’ll do as you say.”
He paused for a moment, then muttered quietly, “Henpecked.”
Luo Jingshu: ???
Luo Jingshu’s brows furrowed slightly as he looked at Jiang Yi with a cold gaze. “I heard that.”
Jiang Yi quickly covered his mouth. “Sorry, I was wrong. Brother Luo, just pretend you didn’t hear anything.”
No man likes to be called henpecked openly; he understands that!
Brother Luo cares too much about his pride!
—
Xiao Cheng was delighted to give the shop a five-star review after hearing that Nian Nian enjoyed the breakfast.
In reality, it wasn’t as complicated as Jiang Yi thought. Xiao Cheng didn’t queue up by himself. Initially, he planned to, but Fang Hui reminded him.
“Brother Cheng, you just need to pay, and there will be many people willing to run errands for you.”
If they’re unwilling, it’s just that the payment isn’t high enough. 🙂
Xiao Cheng realized he could do it this way?
As Fang Hui said, no one can resist the power of money. Xiao Cheng offered a generous amount, and soon someone took the job.
The person bought the breakfast for him, and Xiao Cheng just needed to pick it up at the agreed location.
After transferring the payment, the person asked: [Handsome guy, is your girlfriend satisfied?]
Xiao Cheng didn’t correct the term but answered seriously: [She’s quite satisfied. Can you help me buy it again tomorrow?]
[I’m willing!]
Xiao Cheng sent over the items he wanted to buy, and the person replied with a confirmation.
Money really is wonderful.
Xiao Cheng sighed with relief. He had just put down his phone when Jiang Zihe suddenly called out to him.
“Xiao Cheng, want to play basketball?”
Basketball?
“Now?”
“Yes.” Jiang Zihe had an excited expression. “A few classmates reserved the court, and we just need two more. Are you coming?”
Xiao Cheng considered that he hadn’t played basketball in a while. He jumped out of bed, grabbing the bedpost, and as he pulled up his shirt, a glimpse of his slender waist and a thin layer of muscle on his abdomen became visible.
Jiang Zihe didn’t notice, quickly looking away as he changed clothes.
On the other hand, Fang Hui looked on with a hint of jealousy. That little green tea is really lucky!
When the two arrived at the basketball court, they found quite a few people there, likely from a class that had just ended and now gathered around to watch them play.
Upon spotting someone, Jiang Zihe suddenly showed signs of impatience on his previously cheerful face. He muttered, “Why is he here too?”
“Who?”
Xiao Cheng’s ears were sharp, and he heard this. His gaze swept over the crowd. While many people greeted him, he didn’t see any familiar faces.
Strangely, despite Xiao Cheng’s flawless and handsome appearance, he rarely had people approach him.
Jiang Zihe attributed this to the fact that Xiao Cheng was too handsome, which intimidated others into not approaching him.
“Being ordinary and handsome is just fine.”
Jiang Zihe always wanted a dramatic romance but was too straightforward to notice if someone liked him.
Even straightforward guys have their struggles?
Xiao Cheng was curious about who was so bold.
After a while, a slender youth approached. His skin was very fair, and he looked delicate and cute.
“Jiang Zihe.”
Jiang Zihe’s face, usually full of smiles, now showed frustration. “What are you doing here?”
“I heard you were playing basketball,” the boy said, his voice soft and sweet.
“I didn’t…”
Jiang Zihe wanted to say, “I didn’t mean to invite you,” but with Xiao Cheng present, he kept it to himself, only to toss his jacket to the boy.
“Hold onto this for me and sit over there.”
The boy’s cheeks turned red, but he obediently took the jacket and went to the designated spot, looking like a loyal servant.
Jiang Zihe grumbled under his breath, but noticing Xiao Cheng’s curious gaze, felt slightly embarrassed.
“Sorry you had to see that.”
Xiao Cheng glanced at the boy who was sitting there holding the jacket and asked, “Who is he?”
Jiang Zihe clicked his tongue. “He’s a sophomore I met during class. He says he likes me.”
Xiao Cheng raised an eyebrow. “Don’t tell me you’re homophobic.”
It shouldn’t be, considering the high level of acceptance in this world.
Jiang Zihe wasn’t sure how to explain. “I can accept it, but on one condition.”
“What’s that?”
“If it doesn’t involve me directly. You understand?”
Xiao Cheng pondered this. “So, you’re straight?”
Jiang Zihe punched his shoulder lightly. “Don’t I look like it?”
Jiang Zihe said, “I think I’m not into guys, but he won’t take no for an answer.”
Xiao Cheng looked at the boy in the distance, feeling sympathy.
Is this the sadness of falling for a straight guy?
Wait!
Xiao Cheng suddenly realized he had never asked Nian Nian about his sexual orientation.
Was Nian Nian straight?
He began to doubt his own assumptions.
Lost in thought, Xiao Cheng wasn’t fully focused on the game and ended up twisting his ankle when bumped by another player.
Jiang Zihe hurried over, alarmed, as people gathered around to offer concern.
“Xiao Cheng, are you okay?”
Xiao Cheng grimaced in pain and said, “It’s your fault.”
Why did Jiang Zihe have to bring up the topic of straightness before the game?
Jiang Zihe scratched his head, thinking, “It wasn’t me who bumped you. ” But seeing the disapproving glances from the girls around him, he kept his comments to himself.
“Fine, it’s my fault.”
“Let me take you to the infirmary.”
He helped Xiao Cheng limp towards the infirmary, originally planning to carry him, but Xiao Cheng refused.
No way was he going to be carried like that!
Xiao Cheng didn’t feel much pain at first, but his ankle was swollen and red by the time they reached the infirmary.
Seeing Jiang Zihe still acting nonchalant, Xiao Cheng couldn’t help but beckon him closer. “I’ll tell you a secret.”
Jiang Zihe leaned in. “What?”
Xiao Cheng smiled and whispered, “You’re not really straight.”
Jiang Zihe looked confused. “Why??”
He kept asking, but Xiao Cheng wouldn’t reveal why.
Seeing Jiang Zihe in a daze, Xiao Cheng felt satisfied but quickly became tangled in his thoughts about the boy he liked.
So, was Nian Nian straight?
Moments later, Xiao Cheng pulled out his phone and started searching:
“Can straight men be bent?”
