Our love can’t be doubted by others! (Part One)

The afternoon is quiet.
Sitting in a small, air-conditioned shop, watching the occasional passers-by through the glass, I could hear the rustle of store clerks sorting out shelves.
It was as if time had stood still.
Such leisurely time is rare, and Ren Xingliu did not feel bored. Instead, he took out his mobile phone, opened a stand-alone game page, handed it to the person opposite, and said with a smile: “Brother, help me pass this level.” 

Ten minutes later, Bai Juanqiu paid it in full.

He did it so cleanly and directly that Ren Xingliu didn’t even have time to react. After a while, he made a puzzled sound and questioned, “Why are you the one paying?” 

“Didn’t you say you’re going to pick me up?” Bai Juanqiu raised an eyebrow and said seriously, “In order to prevent you from backing out, I decided to become a partner and hold shares together.”

Ren Xingliu narrowed his eyes and huffed, “Your heart machine is so heavy.”

Bai Juanqiu remained calm and composed. “This is a legitimate protection of one’s own rights.”

“That makes sense.” Ren Xingliu was convinced and after a moment of thought, he said, “Then I’ll transfer you half of the amount.”

Bai Juanqiu didn’t argue with him about this, only said, “Wait until you’re sober, then we’ll talk.”

While the two of them were discussing the ownership of the electric donkey, the owner of the dealership was calling his employee to install the electric battery for the lemon-yellow scooter.

It was rare to encounter such a frank customer. The owner showed a toothy smile, while his eyes had disappeared.

After seeing them finish speaking, he came over again, pointed to another car next to him, and said, “You two can actually consider the black one. This one is heavier, more suitable for men, and the price is only five hundred yuan more…” 

After they finished speaking, he leaned over and pointed to another scooter next to them, starting, “Actually, the two guests should consider this black one. This one is heavier and much more suitable for men. The price is only five hundred more…”

“Nonsense!” Ren Xingliu interrupted with a serious expression before the owner could finish marketing, “Xiao Huang is the best looking. Don’t you doubt my taste!”

Bai Juanqiu gave him a glance: “…”

So quick to give the little electric donkey a name? 

“Oh, yes, you’re right.” The owner was a sensible seller and instantly changed the conversation, giving a thumbs up. “You do have a good taste. Xiao Huang is our store’s best-selling model that Xiao Hei could never hope to match.”

Pleased, Ren Xingliu nodded and said, “You should return and buy this one next time.”

The corner of Bai Juanqiu’s lips twitched.

As expected of someone doing business near Thirteen Lane, able to hone a good ability to communicate with drunkards without any language barriers. 

He learned it.

“Don’t worry.” Ren Xingliu confidently made an okay gesture and assured, “I can even pull you up if you fall!” 

Back in those days, he had the ability to take the head of the enemy general on horseback, staying on the small electric donkey was nothing to him.

“Keep blowing a cow.” Bai Juanqiu smiled, not taking it for real. He was worried that the little drunken ghost might get disorientated, so he slowed the speed down.

As the night deepened, the stores on the streetside began to close for the day, and pedestrians also thinned out.

The urban planning of Ling City was very comprehensive, with reasonable lane allocation between cars and people, and a smooth road surface that was very friendly to all. 

Bai Juanqiu drove the newly acquired electric donkey, shuttling through the city with his business partner.

The trees along the driveway were decorated with strings of ornamental lights, which illuminate the road ahead in a dazzling and captivating way.

The evening winds were blowing, making their clothes flutter.

Bai Juanqiu unconsciously curled up the corner of his mouth in this incredible night.

Clearly before coming today, he was a bit unhappy because a certain young master happened to be out drinking as soon as his hand was well, but now, it wasn’t all bad either.

Alcohol seemed to have a magical effect on a specific individual.

At this moment, a discontent voice sounded from the magician behind him, “Gugu, you haven’t eaten yet? Why are you driving so slowly?”

Bai Juanqiu: “…” 

The cool breeze invaded his helmet, chilling his cheeks.

He took a deep breath and told himself not to argue with a drunken ghost.

However, due to a split second of distraction, he missed the small stone on the road.

The little eDonkey trembled unexpectedly, and the person behind him who was still complaining let out a soft cry, and instinctively hugged him forward, with his hands tightly wrapped around the waist in front of him.

The little electric donkey suddenly swayed uncontrollably for a moment, and the person, who was still complaining, suddenly let out a soft cry, and instinctively hugged in front of him, wrapping his arms around the driver’s waist.

Feeling a tightness around his waist, followed by the youth’s chest pressing up against his back, Bai Juanqiu’s mood improved slightly.

Ren Xingliu had a hard time surviving the chaotic world, so he cherished his life very much, so he could also bow and submit so he could stand tall. He instantly changed his tone, “Never mind, Gugu, safety is still the most important.”

Bai Juanqiu chuckled softly. “Then don’t let go.” 

“Naturally.” Ren Xingliu’s heart was still palpitating, and he hmphed twice. “From now on, no one will get me to let go.”

In order to express his determination, he tightened his grip afterward.

Bai Juanqiu wanted to laugh at him, but suddenly he was strangled. He didn’t know how hard he used it. He felt that his whole stomach was squeezed, and he almost spat out a breath on the spot.

Bai Juanqiu wanted to laugh at him, but not with the sudden squeeze around his waist. He didn’t know where the other party got the force, but it felt like his entire stomach was being reorganized by the hold, making him almost lose all of the air in his lungs on the spot. 

“…!” Bai Juanqiu was able to steady himself onto the handlebars and sighed helplessly.

Obviously, alcohol was not only magical, but also carried lethality.

Bai Juanqiu’s original plan was to take him home, but Ren Xingliu insisted on going back to the campus, having remembered the classes tomorrow.

The diligent spirit in learning was admirable and confusing. 

Bai Juanqiu didn’t say much, and since the distance was about the same, he turned around and headed to Ling University.

When they arrived close to Ling University, it was a different story.

University students have plenty of time and energy, and there were many who sleep late to cultivate immortality.

There were students who had just finished their evening self-study, and students who had just finished their club activities. Their stomachs were rumbling with hunger as they gathered in groups of three to two in search of food. 

Therefore, at this time of day, the food street next to the university was still very lively.

A brand-new electric donkey passed through the night market, with a constant tempting aroma of food wafting from various stalls and entering into their helmets.

Unsurprisingly, there was another gurgling sound coming from the back seat.

Bai Juanqiu asked, “Hungry?” 

“Yes.” Ren Xingliu complained, “That Hu guy is really stingy. He doesn’t even bother to serve any plates of refreshments…”

Bai Juanqiu didn’t know who this ‘Hu guy’ was, but he could probably guess that the bar had alcohol as king, not so much on solid food. Thus, he asked, “What do you want to eat?”

Ren Xingliu had already narrowed down his target and instantly pointed to a stall selling deep-fried skewers ahead, urging, “That one smells the best.”

Bai Juanqiu followed suit and parked by the roadside, leading the youth to the small stall and advising, “Don’t take too much. It’ll be bedtime soon.” 

Ren Xingliu scanned the small stall and turned his head, with a puppy eye. “But they all look so delicious.”

Bai Juanqiu could only say, “Then take only a little bit more and give me whatever you can’t finish.”

Ren Xingliu cheered, “Yippee.”

The boss was quick with his hands and in no time, he was done frying the skewers. He put them in a paper cup and handed them over. 

There were no tables at the mobile stall, so orders were usually packaged and taken away.

Bai Juanqiu originally wanted to ask Ren Xingliu if he would eat back at the dorm, but after paying, he turned and noticed the youth had already sat straight down on the flower bed by the roadside.

That spot happened to be under a streetlamp, and the warm yellow light shone on the youth, coating him with a fluffy halo.

Because the flower bed was a bit short, he had to bend his legs a little. He held the skewer in one hand and waved to Bai Juanqiu with the other. He said with a smile, “Auntie, here.” 

Because the flower bed wasn’t that far off the ground, he had to bend his legs slightly. With one hand holding the cup, and the other hand beckoned towards Bai Juanqiu. He squinted with joy and said, “Gugu, over here.”

He was said to be a young master who was raised with the best perks, but he was not picky about his environment at all.

Bai Juanqiu found this very amusing, but also couldn’t shun slightly, saying, “Little rice tube.”

He said that, but he walked over without hesitation and sat down next to Ren Xingliu. 

The two of them just bent their legs, next to each other, and ate the fried skewers leisurely under the light of the street lamp… Mainly, Ren Xingliu ate them, while Bai Juanqiu held the skewers and picked up the sticks for him.

This was how the two of them sat next to each other with their legs bent, leisurely eating fried skewers under the shower of streetlights… It was mainly Ren Xingliu eating, while Bai Juanqiu held the cup and took care of the skewers for the other person.

After finishing the food, the night market also began to quiet down.

Only then did Bai Juanqiu start the little electric donkey and send Ren Xingliu back to the dorm. 

Ren Xingliu’s dorm wasn’t fully occupied, housing just three students, including him. The other two have already found internships off campus, so they haven’t been by the dorm these days.

Which was why there was not a soul in sight in Ren Xingliu’s dorm.

As soon as they walked inside, all Ren Xingliu wanted to do was to lie down on the spot, but he was pushed into the bathroom by Bai Juanqiu.

He had no choice but to take a quick shower. As soon as he came out, he entered a staring contest with Bai Juanqiu. He blinked and asked, “Why are you still here?” 

“I’m afraid you might fall asleep in the bathroom.” Bai Juanqiu stood up and tapped him on the forehead, “I will be leaving now.”

“Wait.” Ren Xingliu subconsciously reached out and pulled him back.

Bai Juanqiu paused in his footsteps. “Yes?”

“It’s very late.” Although Ren Xingliu’s head wasn’t very clear, his concept of time was still there. 

After pondering for a minute, he suggested slowly, “Why don’t you just stay in my dorm for the night?”

Bai Juanqiu raised his eyebrows and said, “It’s no trouble?”

“There’s an empty bed.” Ren Xingliu pointed to the corner. “I also have an extra set of blankets.”

Bai Juanqiu was indeed not feeling at ease with him alone. He hardly hesitated when he heard this. “Okay.”