Incurable Pain
Chapter 18.3 - IP Chapter 18.3
Chapter 18.3 - IP Chapter 18.3
Incurable Pain | Chapter 18.3
For example, after class, Bai Xunyin would always be pulled by him into a secluded and secure corridor to be alone, just like every secretly dating couple in the school.
During breaks, they would openly sit together, holding their exercise books and pretending to discuss problems.
Facing Yu Luoyinâs teasing expressions at these times, Bai Xunyin could only force herself to stay calm, preventing her face from turning red.
Wherever he was, he became the center of attention, and she was afraid her classmates would notice something.
The most challenging part was lunchtime. Yu Luoyin stuck to her like glue. With the little âfreedomâ they got between classes and lunch break, it was natural for him to have lunch with Bai Xunyin.
However, Bai Xunyin didnât dare to appear alone with him in the cafeteria. She always had to grab Ah Mo alongâmaking Yu Luoyin feel uncomfortable, and Ah Mo found herself bewildered by being the third wheel.
Ah Mo ended up bringing Li Yuan and Lu Ye along, so as not to be alone as a third wheel in the face of Yu Luoyinâs oppressive gaze.
Thus, every lunchtime turned into a bustling group outing for meals.
Sheng Churan happened to witness this scene once and nearly snapped her chopsticks in anger. Her delicate fingers turned pale from her fierce grip, and her expression was extremely unpleasant.
Seeing this, the surrounding classmates exchanged cautious glances, unanimously lowering their heads to eat. Nobody dared to provoke the pampered missâs anger at such a crucial moment.
Only Zhongqin glanced over and daringly chimed in, âWho wouldâve thought that mute from another class would end up with Yu Luoyin? Sheâs really cunning.â
Sheng Churan didnât say anything. Her expression dripped with gloom, and her fingertips trembled imperceptibly.
Deep within her eyes, there was a deep sense of unwillingness.
She had liked Yu Luoyin since the first year of high school, and from the second year onwards, she had spent almost an entire year chasing after him⌠throwing tantrums, acting spoiled, shamelessly pursuing him.
What tactics that other girls wouldnât dare to use hadnât she employed?
However, from beginning to end, Yu Luoyin never gave her more than a passing glance, let alone smiled at her or had lunch together with her.
Why did he treat that mute girl so well?
If Yu Luoyin was the pride of the heavens, then Sheng Churan was the pampered âdarling of heaven,â accustomed to getting whatever she wanted from childhood. There was hardly anything she couldnât have.
And if, after giving her all, she still couldnât have itâŚ
Then sheâd destroy it.
Before evening self-study and the end of classes, Sheng Churan had managed to secure an excuse of a stomach ache with the class teacher, allowing her to leave twenty minutes early.
She positioned herself right outside Class Oneâs door, waiting for Yu Luoyin.
No matter what, she was determined to speak to him today.
But as she waited, nervousness inevitably took over. Just thinking about what she was going to say made her nails unconsciously dig into her palms, leaving imprints on her lips from biting too hard.
In the eyes of the girl, there was a fragile façade of feigned strength.
However, this facade shattered completely when the dismissal bell rang and she saw Yu Luoyin walking out behind Bai Xunyin, his gentle gaze fixed on her.
Unable to hold it in, Sheng Churan called out, âYu Luoyin!â
Many students turned their heads at the sharp and sudden sound, including Bai Xunyin.
Ignoring everyone else, Sheng Churan walked straight up to Yu Luoyin, âI have something to say to you. Can we go somewhere less crowded?â
It was already 9 oâclock after evening self-study, the lights were dim, and a girl was inviting a boy to a less crowded place to talkâŚ
The classmates were all curious, and hearing this, they gathered around with teasing smiles, whispering and observing.
âSure.â
Yu Luoyin responded generously, shrugging his shoulders and agreeing with ease. He then pulled Bai Xunyin, who had been blocked by the stairs, over.
âBai Xunyin and I are carpooling home together. Weâll listen to what you have to say.â
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The classmates who didnât know the âinside storyâ were somewhat baffled by this unexpected turn of events. Those who knew what was going on watched Yu Luoyin feign seriousness and couldnât help but thinkâŚ
Heâs really putting on a show, keep acting!
Seeing Yu Luoyinâs unquestionable expression, Sheng Churanâs heart skipped a beat, and she had no choice but to agree.
Forced to confront Sheng Churan alongside Yu Luoyin in the safety corridor, Bai Xunyinâs pupils contracted in an instant. Her hand hanging by her side clenched into a fist, her heart racing.
Sheng Churanâs first words were enough to startle anyone, âAre you two in a relationship?!â
Bai Xunyinâs pupils contracted even more, and the hand hanging by her side involuntarily clenched into a fist.
Yu Luoyin, on the other hand, didnât seem to take it seriously at all. Leaning against the wall, he chuckled softly, maintaining his composed and distant demeanor.
âAnd if we are?â
âYou!â
Sheng Churan hadnât anticipated that Yu Luoyin would admit it so readily. Her eyes reddened in anger, and she began to speak without restraint, âHow could you? This is puppy love!â
âDo you realize that being in a relationship in the final year of high school will affect other students? Iâm going to tell the teacherâŚâ
âIt doesnât matter, feel free.â
Yu Luoyin interrupted her, his hand by his side reaching out and gently holding Bai Xunyinâs trembling hand, which had started shaking upon hearing the words âtell the teacher.â
He slowly raised her hand in front of him, meticulously separating the girlâs pale fingers, and proceeded with a careful âmassage.â
He nonchalantly performed these actions, his tone indifferent as he spoke to Sheng Churan, whose eyes were now red.
âTell the teacher or tell the students, itâs up to you.â
âHowever, before you decide to do anything, donât forget to think about the consequences and whether you can handle them.â
This statement was essentially a threat, and upon hearing it, Sheng Churan visibly flinched.
Even Bai Xunyin couldnât help but cast a glance at Yu Luoyin.
âWhat kind of attitude is this? You dare to justify your puppy love?â
Sheng Churan was like a flimsy paper tiger, latching onto this one point.
âEven if I tell the teacher, what can you do to me?â
âNot much. Itâs just that this someone is pursuing me, and the entire school knows about it,â
Yu Luoyin sneered, casually stating, âDo you think if you go to the teacher and tell them, theyâll believe Iâm actually in a relationship, or will they see you, unsuccessful in your pursuits, spreading rumors out of frustration?â
The more Sheng Churan listened, the paler her face became.
She was frozen in place, as if struck by lightning.
âLetâs go,â Yu Luoyin didnât bother arguing with her.
He casually took Bai Xunyinâs school bag and slung it over his shoulder, then held her hand as they walked.
âIâll walk you home.â
This time, Sheng Churan didnât angrily intervene to stop them.
On their way back, Bai Xunyin was quieter than usual.
Yu Luoyin glanced sideways at the girl walking beside him, her head down and demeanor meek and introverted. He wondered if he had scared her just now.
Sheng Churanâs relentless entanglement, and the provocative behavior that had even come to their faces, had indeed brought out his sinister side.
However, this was not something Bai Xunyin should witnessâwhat if she became afraid of him?
With this thought in mind, Yu Luoyin decided to stop his bicycle, taking a step to stand in front of Bai Xunyin.
The tall and slender figure cast a long shadow, and Bai Xunyin halted her steps. Her small white shoe just met the toe of Yu Luoyinâs sports shoe.
In a soft voice, Yu Luoyin asked her, âWhat are you thinking?â
Bai Xunyin remained silent for two seconds, then took out her phone and messaged him.
[Iâm wondering if Sheng Churan will tell the teacher.]
âDonât worry, she wonât dare,â Yu Luoyin smiled, a meaningful glint in his eyes.
âBut are you thinking about something else?â
Baffled, Bai Xunyin looked up, meeting Yu Luoyinâs eyes that seemed to be smiling and yet not.
âShe came to me and said these things because she likes me,â Yu Luoyin said, hands in his pockets, his slightly lowered gaze fixated on Bai Xunyinâs small white shoes.
He quirked his lips and continued, âYour romantic rival has approached your boyfriend, Bai Xunyin. How come youâre not feeling jealous?â
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As it turned out, there were people nowadays who actually tried to make others jealous.
Bai Xunyin couldnât help but suppress a smile. Two faint dimples appeared at the corners of her lips. Under the streetlight, her eyes sparkled, as if they were filled with scattered stars.
Yu Luoyin had this ability to dissolve her moments of frustration and tangled thoughts with ease.
[I know.]
Bai Xunyin obediently messaged him back.
[Iâm jealous.]
Her reply seemed oddly casual, yet Yu Luoyin couldnât help but smile. His playful hand reached out and tousled her ponytail, âCome on, Iâll walk you home.â
As he spoke, he got on his bicycle and patted the rear seat, signaling for Bai Xunyin to join him.