CHAPTER 116: CHAPTER 117: HOUSEWARMING BANQUET (PART 4)

Yu Yue spoke until his mouth was dry and decided to get up and find something to drink in the kitchen.

Only then did he realize Ruan Xingwen didn’t seem to be listening to him, which made him unhappy.

"Xingxing!"

The sudden shout startled Ruan Xingwen so much that he almost bounced off the soft sofa.

Ruan Xingwen patted his chest and gave Yu Yue a light smack,

"What are you doing? You scared me to death."

Yu Yue rubbed the spot on his head that had been hit again, wearing a hurt expression, on the verge of tears.

"Boohoo, Xingxing, you hit me too!"

Ruan Xingwen recalled that the slap seemed to be very gentle...

But seeing Yu Yue’s reaction, it was as if he had hit him with a brick.

"Alright, alright, my bad, I shouldn’t have hit you. How could I ever hit Ah Yue?! I’m such a bad person!"

Ruan Xingwen said helplessly.

Initially, Yu Yue was just messing around. Both Yu Xiaozhe and Ruan Xingwen didn’t use any real strength.

Receiving Ruan Xingwen’s "sincere" apology, Yu Yue bounced back lively and went to the kitchen to find water to drink.

Yu Yue finally moved away, his energy really was too much for Ruan Xingwen to handle.

For so many years, he had few friends around him, let alone ones he was so closely involved with.

Even though he had only known Yu Yue for a few days, he was a bit overwhelmed by Yu Yue’s enthusiasm.

He let out a soft sigh of relief, "Whew~".

"Is Xiao Yue making things difficult for you?"

Yu Xiaozhe had already taken off his jacket and was sitting comfortably on the sofa.

However, Ruan Xingwen was on the long sofa, whereas Yu Xiaozhe was on a single-seater.

Although Yu Xiaozhe also wanted to be closer to Ruan Xingwen, he was afraid Ruan Xingwen might be uncomfortable with it.

Mr. Yu is just so "understanding"!

Hearing Yu Xiaozhe’s words, Ruan Xingwen’s body tensed up and then relaxed again.

"How could that be? I quite like Ah Yue’s personality, I’m just not used to it."

Yu Xiaozhe nodded understandingly, "Indeed, sometimes Xiao Yue can be too hyper."

Massaging his tense brows, Yu Xiaozhe continued to ask:

"Xingxing, although Xiao Yue can be unreliable at times, he’s a good friend."

Ruan Xingwen understood what Yu Xiaozhe meant; he was worried Ruan Xingwen might find Yu Yue’s personality difficult to accept, leading them to drift apart.

"Actually, Xiao Yue doesn’t have many friends either. Despite his playful demeanor, he feels quite lonely."

"My aunt is always busy with her career, rarely taking care of Xiao Yue. She managed to grow a small jade company into what it is today, but Xiao Yue was raised by my grandpa, and he barely sees his mom once a year."

"I saw Xiao Yue grow up, and I’m relieved he turned out all right, just a bit too lively."

Saying this, Yu Xiaozhe couldn’t help but frown as if thinking of all the trouble Yu Yue caused.

"Actually, Brother Ze, you really like Ah Yue too, don’t you?"

Yu Xiaozhe, who had been lost in thought, was brought back to reality by Ruan Xingwen’s words, staring unblinkingly at him.

The eyes, dark and compelling, made Ruan Xingwen feel like he was being drawn in completely.

He turned his gaze away unnaturally, finding himself unable to meet Yu Xiaozhe’s eyes, which always made him feel like he was about to be devoured.

This feeling should be frightening, but instead, he found a hint of delight.

Too abnormal! He needed to control himself!

Ruan Xingwen warned himself internally.

But as long as he looked at Yu Xiaozhe again, this warning felt like a thin sheet of paper, easily poked through.

"Ahem, Brother Ze, I get what you mean. I really like Yu Yue as a friend, don’t worry."

Ruan Xingwen no longer called him Ah Yue but used his full name, showing his seriousness.

He acknowledged Yu Yue as a friend from the bottom of his heart.

Even though they hadn’t known each other long, people are emotional creatures; sometimes, in an instant, they decide who they want as friends.

Yu Xiaozhe nodded reassuringly, "That’s good."

Ruan Xingwen observed the obviously tired Yu Xiaozhe and suggested:

"Brother Ze, maybe you should rest for a while."

Yu Xiaozhe waved his hand, "No problem, just sitting for a bit is fine."

"But..."

"Xingxing! Come here, can this stuff go in the hot pot later?"

Yu Yue happened to poke his head out of the kitchen and called out to Ruan Xingwen.

Ruan Xingwen stopped talking, and under Yu Xiaozhe’s reassuring gaze, he walked towards the kitchen.

"Brother Ze, you sit and rest, I won’t disturb you."

"Buzz buzz buzz~"

Yu Xiaozhe’s phone began vibrating.

To avoid interrupting his time with Ruan Xingwen, Yu Xiaozhe had set the phone to vibrate mode specifically.

It was Zhang He.

"Hello."

"Old Yu, is there anything missing at home? I can bring it over on my way, so you guys don’t have to go out again."

"Alright, you buy whatever you see fit."

Yu Xiaozhe clearly wasn’t the kind of guy who often hosts gatherings with friends, so he naturally didn’t know what was needed.

"No, ask Xingxing for me if he has any dietary restrictions. Also, his friend is there, right? Ask about them too, make a good impression!"

She really had to worry about everything, not only about her career but now also about his lifelong matters! What a golden opportunity to shine!

"...Oh."

The call ended.

Yu Xiaozhe stood up and walked towards the kitchen, meeting Ruan Xingwen at the door as they were both heading in and out.

They both thought of a similar scene that had happened in Ruan Xingwen’s old house.

"Uh..."

Ruan Xingwen felt a force push him from behind.

Almost falling, Yu Xiaozhe reached out to catch him, making Ruan Xingwen fall into Yu Xiaozhe’s embrace once more.

"..."

"..."

"Ah, I didn’t mean to!"

Yu Yue’s rather exaggerated voice came from behind Ruan Xingwen.

"Oh dear, Xingxing, are you alright~"

Ruan Xingwen straightened up from Yu Xiaozhe’s embrace, his face flushed, avoiding looking at the person in front of him.

He could only pretend to turn around naturally and glare at the instigator behind him,

"Ah Yue! Your acting is too over-the-top!"

Yu Yue waved his hand, "Oh, you guys are professionals, I’m just an amateur, just watch and enjoy~"

He leaned close to Ruan Xingwen’s ear, covering his mouth with his hand, and whispered:

"So, how about my brother’s build? How does he feel~ hehe~"

His playful demeanor naturally earned him a "loving pat" from the embarrassed and furious Ruan Xingwen.

"Ouch!"

Yu Xiaozhe leisurely leaned against the wall, calmly watching the two of them play around.

He actually didn’t find Yu Yue’s noisiness annoying anymore. At least he could make Ruan Xingwen feel relaxed and happy.

Though that happiness came with a bit of embarrassment...

"Buzz buzz buzz, buzz buzz buzz~"

Yu Xiaozhe’s phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated, reminding him he seemed to have forgotten something...

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