Chapter 94: Sweet Reconciliation
Waaah, why is every girl I meet richer than the last?
Ruo Xiaoxi lamented internally. The students at this top high school not only had excellent grades and impeccable manners but also came from affluent families.
She’d suspected this ever since seeing Xiaonuo’s extravagant spending on in-game outfits and pets.
Being kept by a rich lolita would be a dream come true for many, but Ruo Xiaoxi knew she needed to be independent, not just because of what her sister had said.
If she was just a kept pet, responsible only for being cute, it would create an imbalance in their relationship. Love shouldn’t be transactional.
Well, that shouldn’t be a problem for a little green tea like her.
But despite her… methods, Ruo Xiaoxi was sincere in every relationship. Initially, she’d flirted out of necessity, needing blood to survive. But she realized these relationships could be… long-term meal tickets.
They were just… difficult to maintain, prone to crashing and burning, like last night…
But coming from a poor family, Ruo Xiaoxi had a strong sense of pride. She didn’t want to be indebted to anyone. This was a stubborn streak she’d had since childhood.
Unless she truly hit rock bottom, she would remain independent… Being crushed by the harsh realities of life or being pampered in bed by a rich older sister… the latter seemed more appealing.
Ruo Xiaoxi explained to Lan Yinuo that she wasn’t struggling financially, nor was she a gold digger.
“Who said I like Senior Xia that way? I like you the most, Xiaonuo.”
“Even though I know you’re lying, it still makes me happy. Would you dare say that in front of her?” Lan Yinuo asked, resting her chin on her hands, forgetting her breakfast.
She started peeling Ruo Xiaoxi’s tea egg and feeding it to her.
Feeding her beloved, watching her nibble the egg with her pearly white teeth, her cheeks puffing out as she chewed, filled Lan Yinuo with a sense of contentment.
They’d had a fight yesterday. Or was it a fight? A disagreement, perhaps. Whatever it was…
Instead of creating distance, it seemed to have brought them closer. Lan Yinuo now knew Ruo Xiaoxi wasn’t hiding anything from her.
Last night, in bed, Ruo Xiaoxi had confessed to liking several girls at the same time, occasionally engaging in some harmless flirting, but she hadn’t accepted any confessions.
So, she was still… available. Lan Yinuo knew she had to work hard to win Xiaoxi over.
She was happy that Ruo Xiaoxi had been so honest with her, even though it had initially made her angry, leading to a rather… intense session in bed, with Ruo Xiaoxi’s… enthusiastic participation.
Their roles were clearly defined: Ruo Xiaoxi was the receiver, and Lan Yinuo was very much the dominant one in bed.
“Here, take this. Eat it if you get hungry.” As they left the cafeteria, Lan Yinuo took an apple from her bag and gave it to Ruo Xiaoxi.
The two beautiful girls walked side by side along the gardenia-lined path, their long hair swaying, their slender legs moving in unison, chatting and laughing.
It was a picture of sweet, youthful romance.
“They’re so cute together again,” An’an sighed, watching them from behind. Worried about their fight, she’d followed them.
Now, it seemed everything was fine. No need for a human punching bag.
“What? Were you really going to be the scapegoat if they didn’t make up?” Xiaomei asked curiously, sipping her soy milk.
An’an puffed out her chest. “Of course! I can’t let them stay mad at each other. It’s my responsibility as the dorm leader!”
“Haha, An’an, you’re so kind,” Xiaomei said, smiling beautifully, living up to her name.
“Eh, really? Speaking of which, aren’t we being a bit like… paparazzi? But just watching them being so lovey-dovey makes me envious…”
“Envious? Then find yourself a girlfriend! This kind of sweetness is exclusive to yuri couples.”
“…Xiaomei, I just realized, you’re really pretty.”
“?” Xiaomei, sensing danger, immediately backed away.
“Pfft! You don’t have to run away! I was just saying!”
………………That afternoon.
Due to scheduling conflicts, the military training was interrupted by the weekend. Everyone was relieved to go home for a few days, a brief respite from the hardship.
Then, back to suffering. It was torture.
After school, students streamed out of the dormitories, bags in hand, saying their goodbyes. Ruo Xiaoxi carried only a small bag; she didn’t even bring her backpack. No homework for her.
“Bye, Xiaonuo. See you next week.”
“Bye. Are you… coming online this weekend?”
“I’ll see… If I’m free, I’ll be on!” Ruo Xiaoxi waved goodbye to Lan Yinuo, who was folding her clothes, then skipped out of the dorm.
As she walked out of the building, she spotted Xia Zhibai.
Still busy with student council work? But what is she doing in front of the girls’ dormitory?
Seeing Ruo Xiaoxi approaching, Xia Zhibai’s face darkened. She was holding a box of chocolates, waiting for Ruo Xiaoxi to emerge so she could confront her.
“Hello, Senior Xia! What are you doing?” Ruo Xiaoxi waved cheerfully, completely oblivious.
“Not much. But you seem quite busy.”
“Eh?!” The tone immediately set off alarm bells. Why was Senior Xia speaking to her so… coldly?
“I… I’m not busy. I’m going home now. Bye, Senior Xia…!”
“Don’t run! Stop right there!” Xia Zhibai grabbed Ruo Xiaoxi’s arm. “I need to ask you something. Don’t leave yet!”
Ruo Xiaoxi had a bad feeling. Her eyes fell on the chocolate box tucked under Xia Zhibai’s arm. It was the birthday gift.
“What is it?” she asked nervously.
“Can you explain whose gift this is?”
“Wh-what do you mean?”
“Because when I opened this chocolate box last night, I found this… love letter inside. Miss Ruo Xiaoxi, care to explain?”
“Isn’t a love letter a good thing? I like you, Senior Xia.” Ruo Xiaoxi’s expression stiffened slightly. She fidgeted with her skirt.
“But this confession is for you! You idiot!” Xia Zhibai shoved the letter in Ruo Xiaoxi’s face.
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