Chapter 157: Self-inflicted Trap?
In the afternoon, Wen Yang was getting ready as usual for his tutoring job.
Just as his hand reached for the doorknob, he hesitated and turned back with a worried expression.
Leaving Ning Chu alone in the dorm with Zhang Shaoqing…
Although he had a decent relationship with Zhang Shaoqing, and this rich kid was generally generous and a bit childish, Wen Yang still felt uneasy!
What if that guy did something to Ning Chu?!
“Ning Chu.”
“Hmm?”
“Xinya wants you to hang out this afternoon.”
“Really?”
Ning Chu turned back to look at Wen Yang, only to be pierced by the possessive gaze that hurt her heart.
Holy moly!
It was the first time Wen Yang’s possessive feelings were so blatantly obvious!
She just wanted to keep Wen Yang at bay! But it seemed like Wen Yang’s possessiveness might choke her to death!
Wen Yang shot a glance at Zhang Shaoqing, his glare was that of a puppy protecting its food.
“I’m leaving, it’s on the way.”
Ning Chu pursed her lips and reluctantly stood up, trudging outside in her flip-flops.
Even though she knew being alone with Zhang Shaoqing was somewhat risky, Wen Yang’s intensity of possessiveness was even more chilling…
“Hey! Ning Chu, bring me a bottle of green tea when you get back!” Zhang Shaoqing yelled without lifting his head, his eyes glued to the screen. “Once I finish this game, I’ll transfer you the money!”
“Got it.”
After leaving the dorm, Ning Chu deliberately lagged two steps behind, slowly following Wen Yang.
Suddenly, she realized she had forgotten her jacket.
“Wen Yang, lend me your jacket.”
“Sure.” Wen Yang casually took off his jacket and handed it to her.
After the heavy rain last night, November temperatures had dropped to just above ten degrees. The moment he removed his jacket, Wen Yang couldn’t help but shiver.
He glanced back at Ning Chu, but she was dodging his gaze, appearing a bit wary.
“Here, wear this.”
“I can’t fit into it…”
They hadn’t even taken a few steps when Wen Yang turned back to grab another coat.
“I’ll take you to the girls’ dormitory building.”
“Okay.”
Wen Yang slowed his pace, walking alongside Ning Chu down the stairs as if they were on a casual stroll: “Be more careful when you’re in the dorm.”
“I know.”
Ning Chu was already planning on hiding in bed whenever Wen Yang left in the future.
Tucked under the blankets, she could conceal herself from any unexpected punishments just like today.
Wen Yang still looked uneasy and suggested, “How about this? You rent a place outside? Or find a way to move back to the girls’ dorm?”
“I don’t have money…”
As for moving back to the girls’ dormitory, Ning Chu’s gender listed on her student record was male, making any changes a hassle.
“I’ll think of something; save some money.” Wen Yang suddenly asked with curiosity, “How could your family be okay with you staying in a boys’ dorm?”
Ning Chu’s expression froze.
She had yet to tell anyone about her previous gender, and Wen Yang merely thought she was a factory-original succubus.
In reality, she had been slowly developing into a girl right under Wen Yang’s nose!
“Um… I’ll ask my family about it next time I go home.”
Ning Chu was reluctant to discuss her family, shrugging her head, pushing her hair behind her ear: “I’ll find Xinya myself; you’ll just get bothered if you go to the girls’ dorm area.”
“Fine.”
So many troublesome things.
Fortunately, she wouldn’t have to think too hard about family matters until before winter break.
She watched Wen Yang walking toward the school gate, wrapping the jacket around herself tighter, lowering her head as she hurried toward the girls’ dormitory.
In theory, the school prohibited visits between genders, but in reality, management loopholes made it a sieve. Occasionally, one could see girls hanging out in boys’ dorms. Ning Chu, with her youthful and pretty face, swaggered right into the girls’ dorm through the main entrance.
“Hey! Ning Chu!”
Just after passing the lobby and turning into the corridor, a voice called out from behind.
She paused, realizing she had been caught by a classmate.
Feeling a bit guilty like a thief, she turned around and found a girl who had previously left a good impression on her.
During military training, this girl had brought Wen Yang sour plum soup a few times. When the plot’s female supporting character relentlessly pursued Wen Yang, she always silently watched from the corner; this innocent crush was quite a rarity in the world of small royal texts.
“You…”
Ning Chu struggled to remember the girl’s name: “Chen Xue?”
That name was quite easy to recall; she’d unconsciously noted it during roll call in class.
“What are you doing in the girls’ dorm?” Chen Xue suspiciously questioned her.
The interrogative tone made Ning Chu feel flustered. She stammered, pointing towards Yan Xinya’s dorm: “I’m here to find Xinya and Lily…”
“Is that so?”
Chen Xue scrutinized Ning Chu.
Her face was exquisite and youthful, but the slight upward curve of the eyes with a flush of color added temptation to her beauty. Ning Chu’s jacket covered her hips, and underneath was a black long-sleeve shirt that revealed glimpses of rising curves.
Her long legs were tightly encased in jeans, the curves soft, but now her thighs were nervously pressed together, forming a near-triangular hollow between her legs and hips.
Chen Xue’s gaze dropped slightly, glancing at her flat chest.
A guy looked prettier than her, it was unfair!
“She shouldn’t be the one.”
“Ah?”
“With such a pretty face, you wouldn’t steal underwear, right?”
Holy moly!
Is there a pervert stealing underwear in the girls’ dorm now?!
How does it make me look like I’ve walked right into a trap?!
Ning Chu froze, a terrified look on her face, scanning her surroundings left and right.
Her performance further cleared her of suspicion. Chen Xue mumbled as she headed towards Yan Xinya’s dorm, explaining, “Xinya’s dorm is a disaster zone; they’ve had several pieces of underwear stolen these past few days.”
After a gentle knock, a voice came from inside.
“Coming!”
The Wolf Girl opened the door a crack, glanced at the two outside, and instantly swung the door wide open, wagging her tail toward Ning Chu: “Why did you suddenly come to find me today?!”
Her nose nearly touched Ning Chu’s cheek as she sniffed lightly before greeting her: “Good morning!”
“It’s already noon…” Though she knew it was a canine trait, Ning Chu couldn’t help but tilt her head slightly, feeling a bit uncomfortable.
Yan Xinya hugged her arm and looked playfully at Chen Xue: “How come you two are together?”
“She’s a guy; I want to keep an eye on her in case she’s that underwear thief.”
Chen Xue looked at the two who seemed more like best friends than a couple.
“Impossible! Lin Li’s suspiciousness is even higher than hers!”
Yan Xinya tugged Ning Chu into the room and shouted to Chen Xue: “Now that you’re here! Lily is cooking!”
“Cooking?”
Ning Chu finally turned her head toward the balcony, and through the glass, she saw Lily cooking on an electric stove outside.
This succubus is quite domestic, huh?
But this is a dormitory!
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