He occasionally glanced at Shaoqing with worry-filled eyes, debating whether to tell him about Ling Ling.

Shaoqing might either turn dark instantly or, like a normal person, feel sad for a while.

From what Ning Chu had observed of Shaoqing over this period, the former seemed more likely.

Ning Chu remained silent while gaming.

The dorm was filled with Shaoqing’s sweet talk and occasional curses from Wen Yang.

The atmosphere felt somewhat strange as the three of them played together.

After two rounds, Shaoqing looked at Ning Chu’s poor performance and sighed heavily. “You’re really bad at this. We lost again.”

“You know I rarely play games…”

“You’re like a mute while playing, never talking, and you keep zoning out.”

Wen Yang tried to defend Ning Chu. “He’s not familiar with the maps and heroes. Don’t expect too much from a newbie.”

“Psh!” Shaoqing complained a bit more before starting another game.

Ning Chu thought for a long time and finally decided to keep quiet about Ling Ling.

He rubbed his temples, climbed into bed, and prepared for a nap.

The accumulated fatigue from part-time jobs and the constant worry had left him mentally and physically exhausted.

As soon as he lay down, his mind started to drift.

Despite the busy days, he hadn’t earned any money, but he did notice that Wen Yang was getting better at rejecting women.

With a bit more training, Wen Yang might avoid the plot’s pitfalls even if he left Ning Chu.

“Damn it!”

A sudden curse from below startled the half-asleep Ning Chu.

Annoyed, he turned to look down and saw Shaoqing’s face as dark as coal, his expression twisted with anger, instantly dispelling Ning Chu’s irritation and sleepiness.

“What’s wrong?” he asked worriedly.

“None of your business!”

Shaoqing’s irritable tone made Ning Chu shrink back.

It wasn’t in his nature, but given his smaller stature and physical disadvantage, it was wise to be a bit cowardly.

Could it be that he found out about Ling Ling’s new boyfriend?

But who told him?

Wen Yang turned around, frowning at Shaoqing. “If something’s wrong, say it. Don’t take it out on Ning Chu.”

“…”

“If you don’t want to talk about it, don’t go crazy in the dorm!”

Wen Yang’s firm tone made Ning Chu peek down at Shaoqing, signaling with his eyes not to provoke him further.

After a moment, Shaoqing turned back, still angry but less so than before.

He handed his phone to Ning Chu on the bed. “See for yourself.”

Ning Chu glanced at the screen and his mouth twitched.

Damn it, Ling Ling posted a couple’s photo on her social media!

In the photo, Ling Ling nestled in a man’s arms, making a simple heart shape with her fingers, while the man looked at her lovingly.

On the table was a small cake, and behind them was a double bed with white sheets, looking like a hotel room.

No wonder Shaoqing suddenly looked like he was having a stroke.

Ning Chu sighed, trying to console him. “It’s okay, there’ll be someone better…”

Wen Yang, although not having seen the photo, understood the situation from Ning Chu’s words and softened his tone. “Should I go buy some beer? Let’s drink together tonight?”

Ning Chu nodded eagerly. “Yes, yes, let Wen Yang drink with you. A few drinks and you’ll feel better.”

He’s just worried that after a few drinks, Shaoqing might completely lose it…

It’s better for him to lock the door while drinking.

Shaoqing took back his phone without answering, standing still with a frown, lost in thought.

“I’m going to find her at the hotel.”

“Hey! Don’t!”

Ning Chu quickly tried to get out of bed, but Shaoqing had already left the dorm. Annoyed, he complained to Wen Yang, “Why didn’t you stop him?”

“This… it should be fine, right?”

“What if Shaoqing catches them mid coitus?”

Realizing the gravity of the situation, Wen Yang abruptly stood up. “I’ll go after him!”