Chapter 323 Is Kissing Unhealthy?
"This..."
Ning Xi looked toward Ye Fan with a pleading gaze. As for Ye Xian's request, she couldn't directly refuse it.
But she had already told her mother she would return to the Imperial Capital tomorrow, and she had stayed in Linhai for quite some time—indeed, it was time to go home.
Ye Fan gave an almost imperceptible nod and spoke to smooth things over: "Mom, after Xiao Xi returns to the Imperial Capital, she's going to learn Go. Besides, she's been in Linhai for so long, she must miss her parents. Let her go back."
Ye Xian thought for a moment and silently nodded. Although she felt reluctant, she didn't say anything more.
Seeing Ye Xian remain silent, Ning Xi put down her chopsticks and gently held her arm. "Auntie, don't be upset, okay? At worst... I'll just come see you often in the future, is that alright?"
"Really?"
Ye Xian's expression changed 180 degrees in an instant, revealing pure joy.
"Of course!"
Ning Xi beamed, her crescent-shaped clear eyes sparkling. "I just hope Auntie won't think I'm lazy and only here for food."
"You little girl, what nonsense are you talking?"
Ye Xian kept a stern face and tapped Ning Xi's forehead. "Auntie would be thrilled if you came."
Seeing how the girl coaxed his mother with just a few words, a faint smile appeared in Ye Fan's eyes. The scene before him—he really liked it.
It had a kind of mother-in-law and daughter-in-law vibe.
Quite nice!
After dinner, Ning Xi returned to her room alone and began packing.
Originally, Ye Fan wanted to help, but Ning Xi refused.
The reason was simple—it was inconvenient.
Ye Fan didn't insist. Instead, he went out to buy some local specialties from Linhai.
A little past five in the afternoon, the scorching heat began to fade.
Ye Fan, who was busy packing in his room, received a call from Ning Xi and immediately headed to the rooftop terrace.
When he pushed open the door, a breathtaking scene unfolded before his eyes.
Ning Xi leaned against the railing, her waist-length black hair fluttering in the breeze. On her beautiful face, a pair of eyes as clear as a mountain stream spoke of the purity and beauty of the world.
Ye Fan paused, overwhelmed with emotion.
His girl was getting more and more beautiful. As for the upcoming university life, he already had a rough prediction.
If nothing unexpected happened, she would definitely be surrounded by rivals in love.
After all, such earthly beauty would surely attract the pursuit of countless boys.
Seeing Ye Fan standing still, Ning Xi walked over to him with small steps and asked with a sweet smile, "Brother, I've been really happy these past few days. Thank you for hosting me."
Looking at the lovely girl before him, Ye Fan couldn't help but gently flick her delicate, high-bridged nose. "If you keep being so polite with me, I'll get upset."
"Aiya, I'm not being polite, I really want to thank you."
The girl's soft and sweet act of affection was like a deadly poison to Ye Fan. He locked his gaze on her, his Adam's apple moving slightly. "Xiao Xi, if you really want to thank me, actions speak louder than words—verbal thanks don't carry much weight."
Upon hearing that, Ning Xi froze for a moment. She quickly understood the hidden meaning in Ye Fan's words, and a blush rose to her cheeks.
With her hair fluttering in the breeze, her phoenix brows and starry eyes filled with shyness, she lightly bit her red lips, seemingly making a big decision.
The next second, Ye Fan's arms held a soft and delicate body, his nose filled with the girl's fragrance.
"Is this okay?"
Ning Xi, her face flushed, lay in Ye Fan's arms. She slightly raised her head, her eyes carrying a hint of inquiry.
Ye Fan smiled, a trace of satisfaction in his smile.
This little thing had finally figured it out.
Not easy!
"It's perfect. From now on, whenever you want to thank me, just thank me like this. Of course, if you want to be a bit more intimate—like giving me a kiss or something—I won't refuse either."
Ning Xi: "..."
What does "pushing your luck" look like?
There—this is it!
Too much—
"Don't talk nonsense. We haven't reached that stage yet. Don't keep thinking about these unhealthy things."
"Kissing is unhealthy?"
"..."
Ning Xi didn't want to continue this topic. She lightly smacked Ye Fan's chest, her gaze filled with mild annoyance.
The gentle summer breeze brought a touch of coolness. As it blew against her face, she softly asked, "Brother, this time when you come back with me to the Imperial Capital, will you stay there, or go back after dropping me off?"
"Why are you asking this?"
"N-no reason, I'm just asking, hmm, just asking."
Ye Fan chuckled softly at Ning Xi's contradictory words. "That hasn't been decided yet—because the decision is in your hands."
Ning Xi looked completely confused. Standing upright, she pointed at her nose with a delicate finger. "In my hands?"
"Mm-hmm."
Ye Fan's smile was warm and bright. His sharp and handsome features were softened by the setting sun. His gaze was filled with doting affection, and his deep, magnetic voice rang out: "If you want me to stay in the Imperial Capital, I'll stay with you. If you find me annoying, then I'll return after dropping you off."
Ning Xi glanced at him and lowered her head. "I... I don't find you annoying. If possible, can you... come learn Go with me?"
"An absolute honor."
Ye Fan nodded without hesitation, stepped forward, and gently pulled Ning Xi into his embrace. With his head close to her ear, he whispered, "Xiao Xi, I haven't hugged you enough just now."
Ning Xi's jade-like hands tightly gripped Ye Fan's clothes, like a docile little kitten. Quietly, she leaned against his broad and sturdy chest, listening to his strong and steady heartbeat, ripples stirring in the lake of her heart.
The next day.
Around eight in the morning, outside the waiting lounge at Linhai Airport.
Ye Xian held Ning Xi's hand tightly, reluctant to part. "Xiao Xi, when you get back, be sure to call Auntie often. Auntie will miss you."
"Mm."
Ning Xi nodded slightly. Though her pretty face was covered by a mask, it was still clear she was smiling. "Auntie, I'll video call you once a week from now on. How about that?"
Ye Xian couldn't stop smiling. "Of course that's good! In the future, with Auntie backing you up, if Xiao Fan dares to bully you, just tell me. I'll break his legs for you!"
Ye Fan: "..."
How did the conversation end up like this?
No justice, no human rights!
Ning Xi giggled softly. No one knew what she was thinking, but a shy look passed through her eyes. "Ye Fan won't bully me. He... treats me very well."
Just then, the broadcast sounded.
Ye Xian had no choice but to reluctantly let go of Ning Xi. Her gaze turned to her son. "Xiao Fan, take good care of Xiao Xi on the way. And remember, if anything important happens in the future, you must let me know. If you pull another stunt like with the national entrance exam results, your uncle and I might really get a heart attack!"
"Okay."
Ye Fan scratched his head awkwardly.
Too much surprise tends to turn into shock.
That much, he understood.
......
After saying goodbye, the two boarded the journey back to the capital, with blue skies and white clouds as their companions.
After the plane took off, Ning Xi proactively placed her hand in Ye Fan's palm, resting her head on his shoulder, gazing out the window.
She was watching the clouds, and he was watching her.
All the world's tenderness could be found in the clean clouds, and in the adorably perfect her.
Clouds are mere wanderers of the human world—yet you are a breathtaking beauty in it. Both are rare to come by…
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