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Chapter 253 - 253 I sleep in your room?
Chapter 253 I sleep in your room?
Ning Xi's jade-like fingers slightly parted. Through the gaps, she first glanced at her mother, then at Ye Fan, whose face was full of smiles. At this moment, she felt an overwhelming sense of despair.
What the heck is going on?!
Clearly, she and Ye Fan were just friends right now, so how did it end up like this...
Ahhhh—
She was going crazy!!!
Because of this matter, Ning Xi was completely out of it the entire afternoon. However, Ye Fan didn't say anything about it. He patiently continued tutoring her.
Around five in the afternoon.
In the study.
"Xiao Xi, Xiao Xi."
"Hmm?"
Ning Xi snapped back to reality, her eyes filled with confusion.
Ye Fan smiled helplessly and said, "It's getting late. I have to go now. Go to bed early tonight. Don't stay up too late, okay?"
"Huh?" 𝑛𝘰𝑣𝑝𝑢𝑏.𝘤𝑜𝘮
Hearing this, Ning Xi quickly raised her head to look at the clock and muttered in a low voice, "How did time pass so fast? I didn't even feel it..."
Ye Fan's smile carried a hint of indulgence. He playfully flicked the girl's delicate nose and said in a warm voice, "You need to be more focused when we're studying. No matter how much I explain, it won't help if you're not listening."
"I'm sorry, I didn't... do it on purpose."
Ning Xi knew exactly what Ye Fan was referring to, and she immediately lowered her head guiltily.
This afternoon, she had indeed been distracted the whole time. She hadn't absorbed anything Ye Fan had been teaching her.
"Silly girl, why are you apologizing?"
A trace of happiness appeared in Ye Fan's eyes, and he muttered under his breath, "You have no idea how happy I am."
"What did you say?"
Ning Xi didn't catch what he said and blinked in confusion.
Ye Fan shook his head slightly, tidied up the things on the desk, and naturally took the hair tie from Ning Xi's ponytail, slipping it onto his wrist. Then he said, "No need to walk me out. See you at school tomorrow."
"No, I want to walk you out."
Ning Xi wrapped her arms around Ye Fan's and stood up with him, her face full of determination.
This instantly put Ye Fan in a tough spot!
The moment the girl hugged his arm, Ye Fan nearly bit his tongue. The shocking sensation from his arm made his entire body stiffen.
"Xiao Xi, let go of me first."
As he spoke, his breathing gradually grew heavier.
"No!"
Ning Xi tilted her pretty face up, completely unaware of anything unusual. Her soft, sweet voice carried a hint of mischief. "Let me walk you out, and I'll let go. Otherwise, you're not leaving today!"
"Not leaving?"
A hint of amusement flickered in Ye Fan's eyes. He leaned closer to Ning Xi's ear, taking in the alluring scent of her hair, and gently exhaled, "If I don't leave... should I just sleep in your room?"
"Bah!"
Ning Xi shrank her neck slightly, blushing as she rolled her eyes at him and scolded, "You're dreaming! Do you want my dad to challenge you to a duel with a knife?"
Cough, cough—
Ye Fan's expression changed instantly. Just picturing that scenario sent a chill down his spine.
She was right!
If he dared...
No, no, that would be suicidal!
Noticing Ye Fan's shift in expression, Ning Xi suddenly burst into laughter. Her sweet, melodious giggles seemed to fill the air with a touch of warmth.
"Are you really that scared of my dad?"
"It's not that I'm scared."
Ye Fan thought for a couple of seconds and then answered seriously, "It's just that he's your father. I need to maintain a good relationship with him. Otherwise, you'll be caught in the middle, and I don't want that. How could I ever let you feel troubled?"
A simple statement, yet it carried boundless thoughtfulness and something more.
Hearing this, Ning Xi unconsciously bit her lips, her expression turning slightly shy. She whispered hesitantly, "It's actually okay... Just be yourself. You don't have to worry about my dad's opinion."
Ye Fan's eyes were filled with laughter. He ruffled the girl's hair and said, "You don't need to worry about this. I have my own way of handling things. Alright, didn't you want to walk me out? Let's go."
"...Mm."
Ning Xi released Ye Fan, let out a small breath, and her sparkling clear eyes flickered with an unexplainable emotion.
At the front door.
Ye Fan came to a stop, but the distracted Ning Xi didn't notice and walked straight into him. Losing her balance, she fell backward.
"Ah!"
Ning Xi instinctively let out a cry of surprise, but in the next second, she felt a strong pair of arms wrap around her waist. Her face landed against Ye Fan's chest, where she could hear his steady, powerful heartbeat and breathe in his refreshing scent. Her mind went completely blank.
"You!"
Ye Fan helped Ning Xi stand properly and earnestly reminded her, "Don't get lost in thought while walking. What if you actually fall?"
"I got it. Thanks."
Ning Xi snapped back to reality, lowered her head, and fiddled with the ribbon on her dress like a child waiting to be scolded after doing something wrong.
Ye Fan held back his laughter.
This girl must have grown up with Pikachu!
"I'll do my best to protect you, but you also have to be careful yourself."
"...Mm."
"Alright, this is as far as you go."
Ye Fan's eyes were filled with affection. He gently cupped the girl's soft, delicate face and gave it a light squeeze. "See you tomorrow."
"Uh... You still haven't gotten me a phone SIM card. My phone still doesn't work..."
"I'll give it to you at school tomorrow. Just manage without it for tonight."
Hearing the words "SIM card," Ye Fan smacked his forehead. He had completely forgotten about it when he got back from Gu Yun's place. He could only make a quick trip to the neighborhood store after going home.
Ning Xi seemed to think of something, and her cheeks flushed red, making even the evening glow pale in comparison. She murmured softly, "Then... say goodnight to me in advance."
A flash of surprise crossed Ye Fan's eyes, but soon, his expression melted into pure warmth.
Ever since Ning Xi got her phone, he had been sending her a goodnight message every night on WeChat. He never expected her to remember something so small.
This one little thing spoke volumes about her feelings!
"Xiao Xi, goodnight. Sweet dreams."
"Mm, you too."
Ning Xi smiled sweetly. Bathed in the golden light of the sunset, with the summer breeze gently brushing past, she looked as beautiful as an angel who had descended to earth.
Ye Fan was momentarily dazed, but then the corners of his lips curled up.
This beauty belonged to him alone, and he would be the one to protect it!
Ye Fan walked to the roadside and hailed a taxi. Just before getting in, he waved toward Ning Xi under the willow tree and called out, "Go home, be good!"
"Got it!"
Ning Xi cupped her hands around her mouth and shouted back. After yelling, she suddenly felt like laughing.
This summer felt more wonderful and joyful than any before...
......
A little past six in the evening, a taxi stopped at the entrance of Baiyu Garden.
After paying through his phone, Ye Fan got out, went to a nearby store to get a SIM card, and then finally headed home.
He grabbed some clothes from his room, just about to take a shower when—
Boom!
His brain exploded.
Crap!
He forgot what his mother told him to do.
He was doomed!
Ye Fan quickly took out his phone, found his mother's number, and dialed.
Instant pick-up!
"Mom, can I explain first?"
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