The morning sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains, falling gently across Xiao Yutian's bed. It was warm, yet it couldn't dispel the faint unease in her chest. She slowly opened her eyes and tried to stretch, only to see Gu Jinghan sitting beside the bed at first glance.
"Ah—!" Xiao Yutian screamed, eyes wide, flailing her arms and legs. She kicked reflexively, and Gu Jinghan stumbled, tumbling off the bed and landing hard on his backside.
"You perverted idiot!" she yelled, hopping down and pointing at him angrily.
Gu Jinghan sat on the floor, massaging his sore buttocks, his tone both cold and resigned: "Ungrateful! I was just being kind and you kicked me—consider it lucky I survived!"
Xiao Yutian rolled her eyes, continuing to complain, though a faint thrill stirred in her chest. This normally aloof Gu Jinghan, who had looked down on her since childhood, had stayed by her side all night. She felt a mix of irritation and a subtle, sweet warmth.
"You better remember: don't get so close to me again!" she warned, raising her hand as if to strike him once more.
Gu Jinghan raised his hand to block her, replying coldly: "Who made you scare me like that this morning? I was just defending myself."
Xiao Yutian rolled her eyes again, finally sulking back onto the bed, hugging her knees, secretly hoping he would come closer.
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Gu Jinghan shook his head, muttering under his breath: "Even mornings are this difficult…" He stood and left the room, heading to the kitchen. The morning air carried the faint aroma of ingredients as he calmly prepared sandwiches and milk, his movements precise and focused.
Xiao Yutian peeked from the doorway, watching him arrange the plates meticulously, unable to resist teasing: "You're making breakfast so seriously—are you trying to impress me or what?"
Gu Jinghan didn't look up, replying coolly: "Impress who?" His tone was devoid of warmth, yet his eyes flicked subtly toward her.
At the breakfast table, the two exchanged playful jabs, teasing each other yet laughing together with surprising ease. When Xiao Yutian reached for the milk, her fingers brushed Gu Jinghan's hand. Their eyes met for a brief second, and a subtle heartbeat passed between them.
"You really don't understand romance, do you?" she complained, but secretly laughed.
Gu Jinghan smirked lightly: "Romance? Don't be ridiculous."
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After breakfast, they drove to school in their respective luxury cars. The atmosphere in the cars was slightly charged—Xiao Yutian giggled, occasionally glancing at him.
"How did you sleep after last night's storm?" she asked with a teasing smile.
Gu Jinghan's expression remained cold: "None of your concern."
She pouted and switched topics: "Morning okay? Didn't get kicked in the head, right?"
Gu Jinghan furrowed his brows, silently gritting his teeth: this mischievous little demon still dared to tease him without restraint!
Shen Zhili sat in the passenger seat, rolling his eyes helplessly: "Bro, what's wrong with you today? Why are you annoyed just by her talking?"
Gu Jinghan replied calmly: "Just… irritated by her behavior."
Shen Zhili shook his head, already guessing: his feelings for her were definitely more than mere annoyance.
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At school, Xiao Yutian and Zhang Xiaorou resumed their bold conversations.
"I saw that movie scene yesterday, oh my…" Xiao Yutian said dramatically, sneaking glances at Gu Jinghan.
Gu Jinghan's expression darkened immediately. He ground his teeth lowly: "Can you two… have some shame?"
Shen Zhili whispered nearby: "Bro, you really can't help it, huh…"
Hearing that, Xiao Yutian raised an eyebrow, eyes sparkling with mischief: "What's wrong? Someone blushing?"
Gu Jinghan clenched his jaw, coldly: "Shut up."
The whole class watched their interactions secretly, quietly delighted.
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When the bell rang, Gu Jinghan approached her desk and said softly: "After class, come with me to the storeroom."
Xiao Yutian froze, her heartbeat quickening, curiosity and mischief lighting her eyes: "Storeroom? What do you want to do there?"
Gu Jinghan didn't answer, just stared at her coldly, his aura intense. Xiao Yutian felt slightly overwhelmed but tried to maintain her defiance: "Hmph, don't get too full of yourself!"
Zhang Xiaorou watched the scene, smiling to herself: "I knew they'd end up alone together today—there's bound to be sparks."
Gu Jinghan muttered under his breath: "Damn it…" His mind replayed last night and the morning's events, his breathing involuntarily growing heavier.
Xiao Yutian glanced at him slyly, a small smile tugging at her lips, secretly anticipating the upcoming "storeroom mission" after class.
The morning surprises, breakfast interactions, playful teasing, and subtle flirtation at school all drew them closer—sweet, fiery, and filled with laughter—laying the perfect groundwork for their private time later.