Chapter 27: I’m Really Not a Homewrecker!
After the barbecue, both were quite full, especially Yu Linna, who still wanted to eat even though she was almost bursting. Rubbing her round belly, Yu Linna collapsed onto her chair, unable to move. Nangong Ying, seeing her like this, shook her head and quietly went to pay the bill.
The meal wasn’t expensive, especially since they weren’t in a bustling area. It cost less than 200 yuan, a small amount for Nangong Ying. After eating, seeing that it was still early, only 7 pm, she wanted to take Yu Linna for a walk.
Having eaten her food and accepted her generosity, Yu Linna had no reason to refuse. She accompanied Nangong Ying for a stroll nearby, catching up. After all, they hadn’t seen each other for a while. And Nangong Ying was different now, her halo shining even brighter. Calling her a true talent wouldn’t be an exaggeration. Compared to her, Yu Linna felt rather ordinary.
“I want to buy some things to take home. I’ve never bought clothes for my family before. Now that I’ve won the prize, I want to buy them something.”
“Sure, I’ll go with you.”
Nangong Ying had shone brightly in the national competition, becoming the most dazzling star, snatching the championship from so many talented individuals nationwide. This victory came with prize money, enough for her to splurge for a while, and she wanted to buy something for her family.
She would definitely buy some good supplements for her mother, who worked so hard at home, cooking for the family every day. This time, she wanted to buy her some delicious food and personally cook a meal for her. Her mother would be very happy. As for her father, although he was still angry with her, she would still buy him some clothes.
They entered the mall, which was crowded. Nangong Ying held Yu Linna’s hand and squeezed through the crowd, finally managing to get on the elevator and reach the men’s clothing section. Why were there so many people here? It wasn’t usually this crowded. Nangong Ying was truly suffering.
In the men’s clothing section, the saleswoman enthusiastically introduced brands and styles to the two girls, repeatedly emphasizing which styles were best suited as gifts for boyfriends. She clearly understood why these two girls were in the men’s clothing section. Generally, girls only came here to buy clothes for others, though for whom, she didn’t know.
“I’m choosing clothes for my father. Can you recommend some good styles?”
“Of course. Your father must be very proud to have a daughter like you. If it’s a gift for family, I recommend this brand.”
The saleswoman enthusiastically introduced men’s clothing brands to Nangong Ying, who listened attentively to decide which one to buy. As for Yu Linna, she wasn’t buying anything, just casually browsing. Looking at the men’s clothing, there was a time, as a male, when she had the opportunity to wear these. Unfortunately, her past life was too short; she didn’t get to wear such clothes before kicking the bucket. Her impression of men’s clothing was limited to children’s wear.
How about I find a chance to secretly try on men’s clothing sometime? Thinking of this, Yu Linna felt a spark of amusement.
Suddenly, Yu Linna’s sharp eyes spotted someone pacing outside the men’s clothing section, seemingly waiting for someone. The young man wore a denim jacket, his permed hair closely styled, paired with sneakers, giving off a sunny and confident vibe. Of course, if you ignored his low EQ, he might be a decent guy.
“Yo, Li Muqing, are you waiting for your girlfriend?”
Yu Linna went over to greet him. After all, he had treated her to a meal before, so she had to be polite. Besides, Li Muqing was like the protagonist of a harem anime, dense and clueless, his relationship with his childhood friend ambiguous. Yu Linna quite enjoyed teasing him.
“Oh? Hello, Linna, are you shopping with your friend?”
“Yeah, where’s your girlfriend?”
“Girlfriend? I don’t have a girlfriend.”
“Sigh… so clueless. I meant your childhood friend.”
Li Muqing was good in every way except for his denseness. His childhood friend clearly liked him, yet he remained oblivious. She didn’t know what to say about him.
Thinking about it, Ye Zhiyun was quite pitiful, having such a childhood friend. She was so obvious, yet he was still willing to hang out with her. She was so proactive, yet Li Muqing remained clueless. What could she say about him? Doomed to be single forever?
“Zhiyun, she’s buying that, that… the thing that… guys aren’t allowed to enter…”
Li Muqing stammered, unsure how to say it, a blush creeping onto his face. Yu Linna glanced at the store behind him. The words “Women’s Swimwear” were written in large font.
Oh, so Ye Zhiyun was buying swimwear. It was indeed the right season for swimming. And Ye Zhiyun was beautiful; she would definitely look good in a swimsuit. And the fact that she specifically asked Li Muqing to come with her to buy swimwear showed how much she liked him.
She was so obvious, yet Li Muqing remained clueless. Seriously.
“Li Muqing, you really should have gone in with her.”
“That wouldn’t be appropriate, she’s a girl, after all.”
“Forget it, there’s no point talking to you.”
She didn’t bother saying more, only hoping that Li Muqing would wise up someday. This boy was truly like a harem anime protagonist, having everything except EQ. Any other boy, in this situation with Ye Zhiyun, would have taken the initiative. If he didn’t, he wasn’t a man.
If only I were a boy, I’d want to be treated like that too.
“You really don’t understand a woman’s heart.”
“What do you mean, Linna?”
“Forget about that. Li Muqing, didn’t you say you went to No. 1 Experimental High School? With Ye Zhiyun?”
“We grew up together, so naturally we went to the same school, although we’re in different classes. But we have a good relationship.”
“Oh~ How do you feel about her? Don’t you have any feelings for her?”
She drew out the last word, deliberately steering the conversation towards romance.
“Zhiyun is like a little sister to me; I have to take care of her. Although she seems delicate, she’s actually quite domineering, very assertive.”
Sigh, hopeless.
It was so obvious, why couldn’t Li Muqing understand? Yu Linna could only say, sorry, benefactor, I tried my best.
However, listening to Li Muqing talk about Ye Zhiyun non-stop, Yu Linna was satisfied. At least this blockhead wasn’t completely clueless.
“Yu! Lin! Na!”
Suddenly, a hand reached out from behind Li Muqing and grabbed the stunned Yu Linna. Ye Zhiyun, holding a shopping bag, stormed out, her face flushed with anger.
“What are you doing with him behind my back, huh?!”
Ye Zhiyun grabbed her hand, her face inching closer and closer, so close that Yu Linna could see the veins on her face. Just as Yu Linna was about to say something, her wrist was gripped so tightly that it hurt. She struggled, but Ye Zhiyun showed no mercy, tightening her grip.
“Zhiyun, calm down, let her go!”
“It’s none of your business! This is between her and me, stay out of it!”
Ye Zhiyun angrily rebuked her childhood friend and grabbed Yu Linna’s hand, ready to teach her a lesson. She pressed close, seeing the flicker of fear in Yu Linna’s eyes, and she swore that if she didn’t teach her a lesson today, she wouldn’t be Ye Zhiyun.
“Ye Zhiyun, listen to me, I really didn’t do anything…”
This was the first time Yu Linna had seen Ye Zhiyun so agitated, so furious. She was momentarily at a loss.
“I was just chatting with him, nothing happened! I even wanted to set you two up, believe me!”
“Don’t lie! You… you little hussy, how dare you… How did I help you last time? Do you enjoy going against me so much?”
“No, it’s not like that, you’ve got it wrong! I’m not trying to steal your boyfriend!”
Yu Linna felt so wronged. She just chatted with her childhood friend, there was no flirting, why was she so agitated?
Could it be that Ye Zhiyun was extremely possessive? Thinking of this, Yu Linna shuddered. She seemed to have provoked someone she shouldn’t have.
“I’ll say it again, he’s not my boyfriend, just a friend, understand?”
“If he’s just a friend, why are you so worked up?”
“…You think I wasn’t forceful enough?”
“Oww, that hurts, that hurts! Sister, I’ll call you sister, I was wrong!”
“Hmph.”
Although still annoyed, Ye Zhiyun released her grip. Yu Linna’s wrist was throbbing, a red mark left behind. She rubbed her aching hand, this woman is strong, showing no mercy. Whoever becomes her enemy is doomed.
“Zhiyun, don’t be like this. She was just chatting with me, what are you doing?”
“Li Muqing, shut up! This is between her and me, stay out of it!”
The furious Ye Zhiyun didn’t even give her childhood friend face, scolding him harshly. She was truly in a bad mood today. She finally managed to ask her childhood sweetheart out for a post-dinner stroll, only to run into the person she hated the most, Yu Linna. This girl seemed to appear everywhere, how annoying.
Ye Zhiyun usually had a good temper, rarely getting angry. But whenever she encountered Yu Linna, she couldn’t help but feel a surge of anger, becoming agitated and wanting to vent.
She and Yu Linna were simply naturally opposed.
“What are you doing to my friend? Don’t bully her.”
At this moment, Nangong Ying, having finished shopping, saw the situation and rushed over, protectively shielding Yu Linna behind her, a hostile expression on her face.
“Nangong…”
“Alright, I understand, I’ll get even for you.”
“No, we weren’t fighting! We know each other!”
Only after hearing this did the coldness in Nangong Ying’s expression dissipate slightly, but she was still worried, continuing to shield Yu Linna.
Ye Zhiyun glared at Yu Linna behind her. Clearly, she didn’t have any good feelings towards this girl who suddenly appeared.
“You’re her friend? Take her away and tell her not to cause trouble, or I won’t be polite.”
“I know what to do, but you’re no better. Don’t think you can bully Linna. If you mess with her again, I won’t be polite either.”
Yu Linna felt utterly wronged. How did it turn out like this? She just chatted with Li Muqing for a bit, who knew it would escalate like this?!
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