The wooden beauty of Young Master Sheng(201-205)

Chapter 201: Fool, I've Caught a Cold


"Chenchen, if the clothes are inconvenient, don't wear them. Don't believe Mingmei's nonsense," Sheng Mingsi's eyes darkened slightly as he spoke inside.


He roughly guessed what Mingmei was up to; this sister of his was not only fond of teasing him but had no other hobbies.


In the room, Jiang Chenchen heard this and mustered the courage to walk to the door. "Really, you don't want to see it?"


Sheng Mingsi looked puzzled. "…What are you wearing?"


"Just this."


The door opened.


Sheng Mingsi subconsciously looked over and saw Jiang Chenchen wearing a very cool and highly provocative bunny maid outfit. The room's curtains were drawn, allowing the evening sun to cast a gentle orange glow on them.


The entire room had a natural orange light, and under this lighting, Jiang Chenchen, with her slightly dazed gaze, looked both ethereal and captivating. The bunny ears on her head were adorable, and the outfit, combining various styles, formed a deadly allure.


Sheng Mingsi felt his breath hitch, blood surging, and his head becoming even heavier.


He supported himself with one hand against the door frame. After being struck by her gaze, he quickly averted his eyes. "This… you..."


"Do you like looking at it?"


Jiang Chenchen, who had mustered her courage to come out like this, noticed that Sheng Mingsi's reaction seemed different from what Mingmei had said. She looked at his face. "Is it strange, as I thought?"


Sheng Mingsi, under her direct gaze, tightened his face, and even his ears turned hot.


Stiffly leaning against the door frame, he looked down at the girl beneath him. His eyes were fixed on her, knowing he was offending her but unable to move away. His voice sounded husky, "It's… fine."


"Do you want to kiss me?"


Following Mingmei's instructions, Jiang Chenchen bravely asked, as she believed her brother Ah Si was somewhat... reserved?


After searching online, she found that "reserved" described someone outwardly cold but inwardly passionate.


She thought her brother Ah Si was externally cold but internally warm; he was good, very good. He just looked cold on the outside and was the gentlest and best person.


But wearing this outfit and saying these words, her posture looking up at Ah Si, with her direct and innocent expression, seemed quite deadly.


Sheng Mingsi, with a stunned look at her seemingly lost gaze, reached out and caressed her face. Bending down to look at her, his tone was restrained and low, "Do you know what you're saying? Fool, I've caught a cold, and I could transmit it to you."


Jiang Chenchen gently pressed his hand with hers. "It's okay; I'm not afraid of catching a cold."


The two were very close, feeling his scorching breath falling and the intense and invasive gaze that seemed to be staring at prey.


She secretly wondered if this was a combination of his inner warmth and the overall reaction due to catching a cold?


In just a few seconds of distraction, Sheng Mingsi raised her chin with his hand and kissed her lips.


Different from the somewhat cold kiss last time, this time, there was a warm feeling between their lips. Softness and a faint sweet taste lingered between their lips and teeth.


She was a bit curious; it was different from the cool feeling of the first kiss.


"Sweet?"


Jiang Chenchen withdrew for a moment and looked up to see his eyes misty and intense, his breath chaotic and heavy.


Sheng Mingsi restrained his tumultuous inner feelings, trying to stay alert. "It's the taste of cold medicine, Chenchen. I've caught a cold; I could transmit it to you. Go inside and change your clothes; I'll go back to my room."


He closed the door for her, suppressing his reaction, and immediately returned to his room.


Jiang Chenchen opened the door, looked outside, and felt a bit worried. Did the cold get worse? His fingers were even hot during that kiss.


The kiss this time, compared to the first, was full of restrained tenderness.


Her brother Ah Si, was he enduring it?


After changing back into her normal clothes, at least seven or eight sets, all different, that Mingmei had bought for her, some with less fabric, like underwear – how could she wear that outside?


She placed the paper bag back into the wardrobe, feeling like she shouldn't try this again.


It felt a bit shameful?


When she went to wash her face in the bathroom, she suddenly discovered her flushed cheeks in the mirror.


After washing her face, she came out of the room, thinking about checking on him. Was he feeling uncomfortable?


She knocked on the door, and Sheng Mingsi, having washed his face and drank a glass of cold water, finally calmed down.


However, hearing the knock, his heart fluttered again.


However, hearing the knock, his heart fluttered again.


He went to open the door. Fortunately, the clothes were already changed, reducing the visual impact. Before, he felt like he was staring at prey, but now, she was just the obedient Chenchen.


"Are you okay? Is the cold getting worse?"


She asked with concern.


Sheng Mingsi shook his head, suppressing his gaze. "No, I'll lie down for a while, and then I'll go to the old house. If you have anything at home, just give me a call."


He added, "Go to the study and read some books. There are some nursing books on the bookshelf that might help you in the future."


Jiang Chenchen nodded. The summer vacation was about to end, and it was time to focus on studying. As for school, she had already applied to a nursing school and was just waiting for the start of the semester.


So, she went to the study.


This study was entirely hers, with bookshelves on three sides filled with books of various genres. There was suddenly an extra shelf with nursing-related books, apparently prepared specifically for her.


Once she entered, turned on the light, and sat down, she forgot to leave. She immersed herself in reading and taking notes.


It wasn't until there was a knock on the door that she came to her senses. Sheng Mingsi greeted her and reminded her to go downstairs for dinner. Jiang Chenchen sent him off, watched the departing car, and then closed the door.


After dinner, Jiang Chenchen continued reading in the study.


Later in the evening, Sheng Mingsi called, chatted with her for a bit, reminded her to rest, and then hung up.


For two consecutive days, aside from studying, she met with Bai Junwen and Xia Changli, chatting briefly. Xia Changli was evidently troubled because Zhao Han had applied to their school, leading to inevitable entanglements in the future.


Bai Junwen had also applied to the top school in the capital. She was socially anxious, spoke less, and didn't know how to comfort Xia Changli. During this time, aside from work, she focused on work. Although her relationship with her family was still not great, she didn't mind.


She didn't care so much about food and clothing. Tuition was exempt due to excellent grades. It seemed like she could support herself through work, not only in the convenience store but also by tutoring students.


Because of her social anxiety, Xia Changli helped introduce some students.


She was truly a good person, a friend who treated her well, just like Chenchen.


So, the recent troubles of her friends also made her feel troubled.


Jiang Chenchen looked at Xia Changli and asked seriously, "Do you like him?"








Chapter 202: Let the Legitimate Boyfriend Step In!


Xia Changli was momentarily stunned, and her expression quickly changed, as if what Jiang Chenchen suggested was impossible.


"Chenchen, we're separated by several years; it's not possible. How could I like such a young guy? He was just my former student!" she said.


Jiang Chenchen, looking serious, thought for a moment. "If you feel that he's bothering you and causing you distress, then report it to the police."


"No, don't. It's not good if such a thing gets out..." Xia Changli quickly vetoed the idea. She taught at that school, and once such matters became public, there would inevitably be various opinions. She couldn't handle the impact of public opinion.


Jiang Chenchen didn't know what to do. It was like Zhan Chen's obsessive behavior; if he hadn't let her go, she truly wouldn't have been able to escape from him. Fortunately, he had come to terms and let go; otherwise, things would be even more complicated.


They sat in the beverage shop, troubled. Outside, the sun blazed fiercely.


Suddenly, someone tapped on the glass, interrupting their thoughts. Jiang Chenchen glanced to the side, and outside the glass stood a person with light blue, finely curled hair, a somewhat urban and spirited appearance. This guy looked good, fair-skinned, with a small face, and a dragon tattoo on his arm was particularly prominent.


It was Ye Xi.


He didn't expect to see Jiang Chenchen here. It had been a long time since he last saw her. The last time was in a video in the racing group, where she was being intimate with a stranger. How things developed afterward, he tried to find out a few times by hinting, but got nothing from Sheng Mingsi. Instead, he suffered an ambush!


Thinking about it made him a bit annoyed!


This account wasn't settled yet, or at least he should find out what had happened, right?


He coolly greeted them and then came in, taking a seat next to their table. Beside him was Bai Junwen, who, upon encountering a socially awkward but eccentric youth, was shivering in fear.


"Sister, I've seen you with Chenchen several times. What's your name?" Bai Junwen lowered her head and whispered her name.


Seeing this, Ye Xi smiled and said very cheerfully, "Sister, don't be shy. As long as you're Chenchen's friend, you're my friend too."


Although he hadn't quite heard the girl's name, he easily defused the awkwardness.


While chatting, Ye Xi shifted his gaze to Jiang Chenchen sitting across from him.


"Chenchen! It's been a long time since I saw you. I missed you so much!"


He opened his arms and came over to hug her across the table. He was tall, so it was easy for him to reach her. However, looking at her expression, she seemed unwelcoming, which made him a little depressed.


"What? Are you not happy to see me?"


"It's not that. There's just a troublesome matter."


"Is it related to you disappearing for a while?"


"Huh?"


Ye Xi looked at her. "Isn't it? What happened?"


He saw the girl next to Jiang Chenchen tugging at her sleeve and then shifting her gaze to look at her. This seemed to be Jiang Chenchen's former tutor, right?


"Is it your trouble?" he asked.


Xia Changli was stunned; he guessed it too accurately? But she quickly shook her head, politely distancing herself. "No, it's nothing."


She didn't want others to know about Zhao Han's matter.


"Hey, don't treat me as an outsider. If there's a problem, we can solve it together. There's nothing big that big brother can't solve. Chenchen, you should trust me, right?"


Jiang Chenchen thought for a moment and asked him, "So, how do you get rid of a guy who's bothering you?"


Ye Xi quickly thought of the man from the video, the one who gave Sheng Mingsi the green hat. His eyes lit up, "You mean getting rid of a troublesome male, right? That's easy; let the legitimate boyfriend step in and take care of him!"


Jiang Chenchen glanced at Xia Changli and said, "Boyfriend... I don't have a boyfriend."


Hearing this, Ye Xi couldn't believe it. They were even driving together; weren't they a couple?


"Well then, how about I act as your boyfriend?" he volunteered.


Although he had heard later that the man wasn't simple, Brother Ye Xi wasn't afraid of anyone!


With a confident expression matching his light blue hair, he seemed a bit unreliable.


Jiang Chenchen hesitated and looked at Xia Changli, "Should we give it a try?"


Xia Changli knew that if she didn't make Zhao Han give up soon, things would only get more troublesome. If the entanglement continued at school, it would seriously affect her. She was used to being restrained and stable, having passed through family troubles, but Zhao Han was truly unexpected. He was persistent and troublesome, making it hard for her to completely harden her heart.


However, they could never have a future together, so it was better to cut off his feelings early. After careful consideration, she nodded at Jiang Chenchen and then turned to Ye Xi, asking, "Are you really willing to help me?"


Hearing this, Ye Xi turned his expectant and confident eyes toward her. "Ah? So, it's your difficulty? You need a boyfriend to drive away a troubling man?"


Xia Changli nodded earnestly. "As long as you help me this time, you can ask me for anything in return."


Looking at Jiang Chenchen, who also agreed, he said, "Alright, help Lili then."


So, he tossed his hair and lifted his chin confidently. "No problem, it's a small matter. I guarantee we'll handle it for you!"


"Thank you so much," Xia Changli expressed her gratitude. "What would you like to drink? I'll treat you."


"Just a cold beer!"


After chatting about the plan, they decided to meet Zhao Han later that afternoon.


Xia Changli called Zhao Han immediately, inviting him out to talk. His voice over the phone sounded happy, like someone who couldn't believe his luck after a long absence.


But immediately afterward, she mentioned introducing her boyfriend to him, and the voice on the other end went silent.


The atmosphere froze.


"Changli, your boyfriend can only be me. Just wait," he said before hanging up.


Xia Changli felt danger. His threatening words made her tremble. Jiang Chenchen had witnessed Zhao Han's crazed and vengeful behavior before, and the tone of his voice on the phone hinted at potential threats.


"What is he warning about?" she wondered.


Ye Xi, however, didn't seem concerned. "Could it be he's planning to come with a knife and kill me on the spot? This is just the ranting of a man who's embarrassed and angry. Would I be afraid of him?"


"But..."


Xia Changli was worried. Zhao Han was capable of such things, and she didn't want to involve others and harm them.


"No worries, Sister I'm not that fragile. If I don't help you with this potential danger, wouldn't it be even riskier?" he replied confidently, turning his wrist slightly to show off his muscular physique.








Chapter 203: Show Me a Kiss Here!


Although Ye Xi was brimming with confidence, Xia Changli was still very worried.


At the agreed place and time, Zhao Han didn't show up.


"Wasn't he very arrogant in his words? Why did he just issue threats and then disappear?" Ye Xi found it dull; he had been looking forward to showcasing his skills.


There was no chance at all.


He downed the remaining half glass of wine and, seeing that it was still early, suggested, "How about going to a bar? We're already out anyway."


Contrary to expectations, Xia Changli felt even more uneasy. Zhao Han was not the type to give up easily!


She felt eyes on her from behind but, when she turned around, there was nothing there.


Seeing her absent-mindedness, Ye Xi waved his hand in front of her, "Hey hey, don't be scared, Miss. I'm here. I think that guy got scared and ran away. Don't worry about it. Since I helped you out, how about accompanying me for a drink?"


Xia Changli came to her senses, "But..."


Ye Xi raised his glass towards her, "Don't be so tense. Relax and have a good time. Enjoy life, and don't overthink things!"


Seeing this, Xia Changli picked up her glass and took a sip. She looked at him and said, "Okay."


"That's right!"


Ye Xi thought that if she didn't go, Chen Chen in the car outside wouldn't either, and that wouldn't be fun.


The two of them left the restaurant and found Jiang Chenchen and Bai Junwen sitting in the car outside.


Ye Xi knocked on the passenger-side window and bent down to look at the people inside. "You drive. Let's go to the bar."


Jiang Chenchen asked, "Oh? Is the matter resolved?"


Ye Xi opened the car door, "That guy didn't show up. Probably got scared."


"But I saw him go in," Jiang Chenchen said.


"Eh?"


Ye Xi looked at Xia Changli, "Has he arrived? When did he come? I don't even know the guy!"


Xia Changli shook her head repeatedly, and her expression changed, "Chenchen, are you sure you saw him go in? But he didn't come looking for us. We sat there for 30 minutes and didn't see him!"


"Sure."


"And you, Wenwen?"


Bai Junwen shook his head, "Didn't notice."


From their parking spot to the entrance of the restaurant, the distance was a bit far. In the darkness of the night, with just one glance, good eyesight was required. However, Jiang Chenchen had said she saw him, and it couldn't be wrong.


Xia Changli felt a bit panicky. What did he want to do?


Jiang Chenchen was puzzled, "This is strange. He went in, so why didn't he come to find you? Is he afraid to face you?"


However, Ye Xi said nonchalantly, "No, this is called realizing the difficulty and retreating. After all, with my appearance, right, it's easy for others to feel inferior."


"..."


"In any case, don't think about it. Let's go to the bar!" Ye Xi leaned on the car door, inviting Jiang Chenchen to come out. Then he took the passenger seat, leaving the driver's seat for Jiang Chenchen.


"It's my first time experiencing the driving skills of Wudao Mountain Car God. So excited! Chenchen, feel free to accelerate. Don't worry; I've got you covered!"


Then, "Why are you driving so slowly?"


Jiang Chenchen: "There's a speed limit posted."








Chapter 203: Show Me a Kiss Here!


Jiang Chenchen: "There's a speed limit posted."


"...! Since when did you become so law-abiding? The first time I saw you, you weren't this obedient to traffic rules!"


"I've become more well-behaved."


"...?"


Darn it! So cute!


Ye Xi scratched his head, opened the car window, and felt the summer night breeze fiercely hitting his face. This phrase must have been taught by Young Master Sheng! What an interesting couple.


The back seat of the car was silent while Ye Xi kept chattering in the front.


"It seems like there's a taxi following us," Jiang Chenchen said, glancing at the rearview mirror.


Upon hearing this, Xia Changli quickly looked back, "Could it be, could it be..."


"Need to confirm?" Jiang Chenchen asked.


Ye Xi raised his eyebrows, making a kissing sound, immediately saying, "Let's see what this guy looks like! Sneaking around like this, I hate people who aren't straightforward! Come on, let's speed up!"


So, Jiang Chenchen stepped on the accelerator, and Ye Xi, leaning forward, got excited, "Speeding up!"


She had been driving at a slow, steady pace, annoying the driver behind her. However, if someone paid him more money, he wouldn't say anything.


But being tailgated was annoying. When the car in front suddenly accelerated, the driver behind felt excited. But when the front car stopped abruptly when making a turn, he almost crashed into it!


The driver suddenly stopped, nearly having a heart attack. Was this person in front a devil? What kind of driving skills were these?! He almost couldn't resist sticking his head out to curse, but he quickly realized that he had been discovered!


The car in front had someone coming out, a man with light blue hair and visible tattoos on his arm. He looked handsome, but he had a bit of a gangster vibe.


The taxi driver felt a bit timid, staying in place and not sticking his head out. He looked at the young man in the back seat, "You see, this..."


Zhao Han opened the car window, and Ye Xi walked over, grabbing his collar with a fierce look, "So it's you! You bothered my Chenchen before, and now you're pestering my Xiaoli. Isn't that enough? You didn't show up for the meeting, but you're secretly following. What do you want to do? Don't say I didn't warn you; if you keep bothering my girlfriend, I won't be polite!"


Zhao Han, with disdain in his eyes, said, "Let go."


"Oh!" Seeing his arrogant look, Ye Xi got annoyed, "Getting excited, huh?!"


He used one hand to pull his head out of the car window and said angrily, "Looks like you won't leave without a couple of hits tonight, huh?"


"You want to try?"


How could he endure that!


Ye Xi punched him in the face, and Xia Changli quickly rushed over, grabbing his hand, "Don't!"


Ye Xi frowned, "What's this about?"


Xia Changli scolded Zhao Han, "Zhao Han! What are you doing? I already have a boyfriend! Please recognize the facts!"


"Is he really your boyfriend?" Zhao Han stared at her with unrelenting eyes. "Kiss in front of me, and I'll believe you."


Xia Changli was shocked, her usual composed demeanor almost crumbling.


"What are you saying? Why should I prove anything to you?"


Zhao Han continued to be aggressive, "Because we've kissed before, haven't we?"


Xia Changli turned pale. Unable to maintain her balance, she took a couple of steps back. Why did he have to tear open the reality she didn't want to face in front of so many people?


Because they suddenly stopped the car, causing a traffic jam on this winding road. Honks were continuously blaring, urging them to move!


That sound was like the eyes of Zhao Han in front of her, pressing on her, making her pale and unable to resist.


At this moment, Ye Xi reached out and hooked her waist. In front of everyone, he kissed her lips!








Chapter 204: No Drunk, No Rest


Xia Changli's head was buzzing, caught off guard. Zhao Han inside the car had a sudden change of expression, pushing open the car door and throwing a punch towards Ye Xi's cheek.


Ye Xi pulled away from the girl's lips, a smirk forming at the corner of his mouth. "Oh, finally getting physical?"


He leaned to the side, evading the punch. When Zhao Han attacked again, Ye Xi pushed Xia Changli away, met the punch, and counterattacked!


For him, with regular boxing practice, the speed and strength were nothing remarkable. He quickly retaliated, landing a punch on Zhao Han's cheek.


He didn't hold back the strength; finally encountering someone who initiated the fight, he wouldn't let him off easily. If Xia Changli hadn't intervened, Ye Xi wouldn't have let Zhao Han go so easily.


Due to the sudden brawl, quite a crowd had gathered.


Xia Changli didn't want the situation to escalate, so she dragged Ye Xi to get back in the car. The guy sitting on the ground, his face bloodied from a punch, coldly watched her.


Her eyes twitched, feeling an inexplicable discomfort. Still, she forced herself to say, "Please don't disturb my life anymore."


After helping Ye Xi into the car, she gestured for Jiang Chenchen to drive away.


Jiang Chenchen glanced at Xia Changli sitting in the back but didn't say anything. The car started moving.


Inside the car, Ye Xi touched the back of his neck. It stung a bit. Jiang Chenchen glanced at him, "Got scratched. Is there any medicine in the car?"


Ye Xi shook his head, seemingly nonchalant. "It's fine. If your friend hadn't pulled me away, I would've beaten him. That guy is asking for trouble. If he dares to bother my girlfriend again, give me a call. I guarantee I'll make him regret it."


He shook his hand, the sound of joints cracking.


Xia Changli, with her head down, remained silent in the back. Bai Junwen, sitting next to her, also didn't dare to speak. She had just seen it: in front of so many onlookers, Ye Xi kissed her. If she were the protagonist, she would have died on the spot.


Weren't they supposed to act? How did it turn into a real fight?


Jiang Chenchen voiced this question. Ye Xi looked at her, "Don't tell me, Chenchen, you think I'm taking advantage? Kissing was necessary in that situation to deflate that guy's arrogance. It seems..."


He glanced at Xia Changli in the back seat, "They have some entanglements, not clear yet. My kiss helped, directly ending it. Isn't that effective?"


"But isn't a kiss something you only do with someone you like?" Jiang Chenchen couldn't imagine. If the kissing partner weren't Sheng Mingsi, she would slap them.


Why could he kiss so casually?


In her mind, the words spoken by Zhan Mo flashed: Because he's a scumbag!


"Scumbag..."


The words came out instinctively. Ye Xi widened his eyes, "Hey hey hey! Chenchen, you're slandering me like this? I was helping you guys, you know?"


"Sorry, I didn't mean to say that about you."


Jiang Chenchen immediately apologized.


His attitude seemed pretty upright, so Ye Xi didn't argue with her.


"You know, I'm troubled too. Being this handsome, no matter which girl I'm with, it will make others sad. It's better not to have any at all."


"..."


It sounded even more scummy!


Jiang Chenchen couldn't judge other people's values, so she didn't continue to comment. Instead, she turned to Xia Changli in the back, "Are we not going to the bar? Lili, do you want to go back and rest?"


"Huh? We finally resolved the trouble. We should go for a wild night of drinking!" Ye Xi hurriedly said, "Let me tell you, I'm treating you all tonight. Don't be polite; it's fate. Don't miss out!"


Xia Changli suddenly looked up and agreed, "Okay, let's drink until we drop."


As if determined, she intended to get drunk and completely cut off.


Jiang Chenchen, hearing their words, had no choice but to drive towards the bar.


Bai Junwen had never drunk alcohol before. The colorful lights and vibrant atmosphere made this place a hell for those with social anxiety. She didn't want to refuse but dared not look around. She followed Jiang Chenchen.


Afraid of getting lost.


Ye Xi noticed her shyness and reached out to put his arm around her shoulders. "Don't be afraid, little sister. I've got your back. I'll get you a glass of iced fruit juice later. Get used to it."


With his arm around her shoulders, Bai Junwen instantly felt weak and helpless. But he seemed to behave himself, not making any inappropriate moves.


Bai Junwen felt weak and helpless as Ye Xi put his arm around her shoulder, but he didn't make any inappropriate moves, maintaining a friendly posture.


Sitting on a corner sofa, they ordered drinks. Ye Xi sat next to Jiang Chenchen, saying, "I wanted you to come to our place for a drink the first time, but Young Master Sheng took you away. This time, you can't slip away halfway."


"I'll drive later; I won't drink," Jiang Chenchen replied.


"Hey, that won't do! I've arranged for a driver to come over. Don't worry; I'll make sure you get home safely!" Ye Xi took the drink from the server, filled the glass, and handed it to her. "I saw you had a good drinking capacity at the gathering with a few celebrities last time. Today, I'll test you!"


Jiang Chenchen spoke frankly, "You can't outdrink me."


"Tsk tsk! Look at who's underestimating whom? Little Lili, do you see how arrogant Chenchen is?" Ye Xi handed them the drinks. "Come on, bottoms up!"


They clinked glasses and downed their drinks.


Bai Junwen silently sipped on her juice.


Sometimes, she wondered, was alcohol really that enjoyable? Watching the chaotic crowd with various people, she found it dizzying. She thought she might not come again next time.


After drinking a few glasses, Jiang Chenchen's head felt a bit fuzzy. When her phone rang, she picked it up. "Ah Si? What's up?"


On the other end, Sheng Mingsi heard the deafening music through the phone, hesitated for a moment, and furrowed his brow. "Where are you?"


"At the bar, with Lili and the others."


"When will you be home?"


"Huh? Brother Ah Si, it's too noisy here. I'll call you back when I get home later."


She hung up.


Ye Xi leaned over. "Hey, checking in? What's that about?"


"What checking in?"


"Pretending to be innocent!" Ye Xi took out his phone. "Come on, let's take a picture."


He approached Jiang Chenchen, one hand slanted over his head, chin slightly raised, striking a handsome pose. He asked Jiang Chenchen to look at the camera. "Give me a smile."


Jiang Chenchen had never deliberately smiled. Since she was placed on the experiment table, she seemed to have forgotten how to smile broadly. Even when expressing happiness, her expressions were subtle.


Hearing his words, she squeezed out a smiling face—a quiet and cold, delicate look.


Ye Xi immediately took a photo.


Then he posted it in the group chat for the Four Young Masters. However, he was quickly kicked out again?!


On the other side, Xia Changli was already intoxicated. Jiang Chenchen also felt a bit dizzy. The bar was crowded, and the atmosphere was overwhelming. So, Ye Xi decided to leave. He supported Xia Changli, while Jiang Chenchen and Bai Junwen followed.


The men at the back of the bar watched their departing figures and asked the nearby server, "Did they finish their drinks?"


"They finished them all!"


"Very well."








Chapter 205: The Effects of Alcohol


Ye Xi's driver arrived in a business car, with Ye Xi sitting in the front passenger seat and the three girls in the middle and back seats.


Ye Xi was used to drinking and had a good tolerance, but this time, he felt a bit dizzy. He thought he had overindulged in the joy of drinking. Sitting in the front, he ran his fingers through his hair and looked at Jiang Chenchen in the back with a blurred gaze.


"How about we drop Little Lili off at home first?" he suggested.


Although Jiang Chenchen also felt a bit of alcohol-induced haziness, she was still relatively clear-headed. "Yes, let's go to the apartment building near Qingjiang University and drop off Lili and Wenwen."


Ye Xi then leaned over to the driver's side, one hand on the back of the seat and the other ruffling his neatly combed hair. He instructed the driver, "Did you hear that? Head in that direction."


Driver Li, sweating on his forehead: ...!! Is Young Master drunk? How can he be like this?


He extended a hand and pushed Ye Xi back to his seat. "Young Master, it's dangerous! Buckle up!"


Ye Xi fidgeted restlessly in his seat, looking around, and then fastened his seatbelt. However, he turned back and looked at the rear seats, laughing a bit exaggeratedly. "Chenchen, do you feel like the car is flying? Are we riding in a hot air balloon? Uh...! Li Shu, didn't you turn on the air conditioning? It's so hot!"


Driver Li: ? Isn't the air conditioning on full blast? Talking nonsense when drunk is really something.


Just focus on driving!


However, the atmosphere inside the car was far from peaceful! Besides Ye Xi's drunken ramblings in the front seat, why were the two girls in the middle seat suddenly hugging and crying?


Xia Changli was prone to getting drunk easily. This time, instead of passing out, she lost control after drinking two cups, releasing all the emotions she had suppressed for a while.


Holding onto Jiang Chenchen, she cried and poured out her heart. Jiang Chenchen allowed her to vent, and although she felt a bit alcohol-induced haziness, she was relatively clear-headed. She could discern some of what Xia Changli was saying, which seemed to be complex and contradictory emotions toward Zhao Han.


She would say she liked him, then she hated him, and at times, she claimed it was impossible. These words, mixed with tears, sounded so sorrowful.


Jiang Chenchen had seen her vulnerability and sorrow at the moment of her mother's death. However, at that time, she held back her tears, unlike now, where she openly expressed her feelings in the presence of other strangers. Xia Changli seemed to be completely different.


Was it because she only behaved like this when drunk?

Perhaps liking someone could bring about such complex emotions. She had hidden so much in her heart.


Jiang Chenchen couldn't currently understand such profound and intricate emotions. However, the feeling of sadness was contagious, and she also felt a bit down.


In the back seat, Bai Junwen was probably the most confused. Why did the atmosphere in the car change like this?


Drinking is really scary!

Love is also terrifying!

But they were hugging and crying. She went forward without saying anything, just joining the hug.


The power of a hug—if one person's strength is limited, then three people can share the burden, right?


Driver Li: ...


The car reached the apartment building, and Ye Xi pushed open the car door and stumbled out. Driver Li was a bit worried and wanted to get out but was stopped by Ye Xi. "No need, wait here."


Jiang Chenchen helped the tearful Xia Changli out of the car, and Bai Junwen assisted her.


The four of them went upstairs.


In the elevator, Bai Junwen was shocked. Ye Xi felt hot all over, leaned against the elevator wall, and was already pulling at his clothes, revealing the abdominal muscles beneath the tight skin.


That delicate face was covered in sweat, biting the collar of his clothes, wiping away the sweat.


This scene was too...


She shrank into a corner, shocked and afraid to look.


On the other side, Xia Changli leaned on Jiang Chenchen's shoulder, her hands wrapped around Jiang Chenchen's small waist, rubbing against her shoulder, making vague sounds.


Bai Junwen: !!

"Chenchen! They..."


Jiang Chenchen was also puzzled. Why did the atmosphere in the car turn out like this?

The hand on her waist was moving around...she leaned to the side, trying to avoid it, feeling ticklish...


Fortunately, the elevator doors opened. Bai Junwen quickly pulled Xia Changli out, being the first to escape. However, the elevator doors were about to close, and Ye Xi hadn't come out yet. Bai Junwen hesitated for a moment, too afraid to do it herself, and shouted to Jiang Chenchen.


So, Jiang Chenchen handed Bai Junwen over to Xia Changli, returned to the elevator, and pulled Ye Xi out.


But just as they walked out of the elevator, Ye Xi turned around, pressed Jiang Chenchen against the wall in a move, trapping her beneath him!


Lowering his head, he looked carefully, saying, "Oh~ where did this beauty come from?"


Jiang Chenchen: ?


He seemed seriously drunk, leaning in closer. The scent of alcohol wafted over.


Jiang Chenchen: ??


Seemingly heavily intoxicated, he leaned towards her, and the smell of alcohol wafted over.


Jiang Chenchen dodged, and he ended up leaning against the wall, pressing his face against it. He then let out a light and low hum, saying, "Mm~ feels so comfortable."


This bewildering behavior left Jiang Chenchen completely stunned.


Another drunken behavior?


She called out to him, "Ye Xi! Let's go!"


Ye Xi pushed off the wall, turned his head upon hearing her voice, and reached out towards her. Seeing this, Jiang Chenchen thought it looked like a child wanting to shake hands.


She thought she would have to make a sobering soup or something later.


So, she grabbed his wrist and pulled him forward.


Bai Junwen was being entangled by Xia Changli and couldn't walk properly. Xia Changli either held onto her waist or hooked her leg...


Seeing Jiang Chenchen coming over, Bai Junwen looked at her for help.


But she found out that Jiang Chenchen wasn't in a good state either!


Ye Xi, who was much taller, actually had his arm around Jiang Chenchen, with his cheek against her shoulder, looking extremely uncomfortable.


"The keys?" Jiang Chenchen dragged him closer.


Bai Junwen quickly took out the keys from her small bag and handed them over. Jiang Chenchen opened the door, turned on the lights, first pulled Ye Xi inside, and then, as he turned around to pounce on her, she subconsciously kicked him. Her foot hit his stomach, flipping him over on the floor.


Ye Xi let out a miserable cry.


Jiang Chenchen felt a bit apologetic but had no time to deal with him. She went to help Bai Junwen pull Xia Changli inside.


After closing the door, Xia Changli hugged her tightly. She almost threw a punch, but Jiang Chenchen steadied her hand and pulled her away. However, the girl held onto her tightly, rubbing against her neck.


What was she doing?


Jiang Chenchen looked at Bai Junwen.


Bai Junwen shook her head. "I don't know either. Maybe..."


"What?" Jiang Chenchen asked.


"Someone might have spiked the drinks, so..." Bai Junwen couldn't bring herself to say it. Her face turned red. This was just her speculation, and it might not be true. But in places like bars, such things often happened, given the crowded and chaotic environment!


If that was the case, it would be terrible!


Jiang Chenchen had also been drinking. She had quite a bit. Would she end up like this too?


Three people in a one-bedroom apartment, all in chaos. She couldn't handle this!