NOVEL SIMPLE Chapter 91
Chapter 91: 090. Familiar Strange Eyes
Afternoon, Library.
Although the library only appeared in a short story in the novel, Ning Chu still didn’t have much of a good impression of the place.
Mainly because it appeared too often in other doujin novels.
He sulkily rested his chin on one hand at the desk.
But even though he looked lethargic, his gaze was exceptionally alert as it scanned all the females in the reading area, focusing especially on Lily, who was sitting not far away.
That succubus!
The next plot that could be triggered was likely related to that succubus! He absolutely could not allow anything to cause Wen Yang and Lily to come into contact.
If the plot was triggered, even if Wen Yang maintained his heart and didn’t have any relationship with Lily, he couldn’t guarantee he wouldn’t turn into a girl!
He couldn’t accept even a hint of that, even if the little buddy disappeared without a trace!
“Why are you staring at her?”
Ning Chu shot Wen Yang an annoyed glare: “Don’t forget, you said you wouldn’t talk to any girls and to run away whenever you see one.”
“Uh…”
“I’m helping you keep an eye on her. If she wants to talk to you, you just look at me and run.”
Wen Yang felt Ning Chu was like a startled bird, more like a jealous vinegar jar, afraid his boyfriend would be snatched away by prettier girls.
Ever since he decided that Ning Chu was a girl hiding in the boys’ dormitory, he felt more and more that Ning Chu liked him.
It wasn’t narcissism; it was the only way to explain Ning Chu’s daily attitude towards him.
“How about buying a hand warmer on the way back?” Seeing Ning Chu bored, he took the initiative to change the subject, “Holding it on your belly might feel better.”
“Mm.”
“This book is pretty good…”
Ning Chu responded again, glancing at the book pushed in front of him, took a sip of warm water from his thermos, but his gaze quickly shifted back to Lily.
Why could he see her both times he came to the library? Had she already set her sights on Wen Yang?
Or was this supposedly introverted, icy succubus actually a diligent student who loved studying?
Since Wen Yang was still a virgin, he was rather shy around girls, often left at a loss by their enthusiasm, while Lily was designed as a cool, introverted girl… If nothing unexpected happened, it was unlikely these two would trigger the plot in the book.
Unless Wen Yang developed feelings for her and actively pursued Lily.
But she was a succubus after all!
Ning Chu remained on high alert, fearing that a moment of inattention would give Wen Yang a chance to be alone with the succubus.
“Don’t worry, I really have no interest in her.” Wen Yang sighed in resignation, “Stop staring at her, look at her. She shouldn’t be bothered.”
Lily had already noticed Ning Chu’s gaze, fidgeting awkwardly and completely unable to concentrate on her book.
“I know.” Ning Chu lowered his head but scoffed at Wen Yang’s words.
What do you mean you’re not interested in her? Is your interest determined by your mouth?
Isn’t it decided by your lower half and the plot?
He secretly glanced at Wen Yang’s lower half, only to see that guy sitting with his legs wide open, a book resting on his thighs, propped up awkwardly.
“……”
Why does this guy always act like he’s holding a gun while reading? It’s terrifying, okay!
He even specially used a book as a shield!
Ning Chu accidentally lingered too long with his sneaky glance, and Wen Yang noticed his gaze, instantly feeling uncomfortable. He stammered an explanation, awkwardly trying to act natural as he elbowed the book on his thigh to cover up.
“Um… er…”
Ning Chu leaned over to peek at the book in his hand and found it was neither Small Royal Text nor a doujin.
“Hmm?”
Seeing Ning Chu half-squinting with a questioning look, Wen Yang turned even more flustered, his cheeks flushing red.
“You still say you have no interest in that succubus?”
“???”
Just looking from more than ten meters away and he reacts! This protagonist really is a pervert!
Wen Yang’s expression suddenly relaxed a bit.
Ning Chu, fuming, stood up: “Let’s go! Take the book with you.”
“Oh, okay!”
The two of them went to the counter with their books, Ning Chu holding the thermos, standing idly by the door while occasionally glancing back at Wen Yang, who was busy with the borrowing process.
It really was a moment where he couldn’t let his guard down.
He sighed tiredly but then heard clap clap of dress shoes in the corridor, looking up to see Han Jingye just turning the corner.
“What a coincidence?” Han Jingye also spotted him and greeted with a smile, “Came to the library to study? You don’t look too well; make sure to rest.”
“Just about to head back.”
He curiously looked at Han Jingye, sensing his searching gaze. Han Jingye casually explained, “I’m preparing my graduation thesis, just checking some materials.”
“Graduation thesis?”
“I’m still working on my doctorate, and if all goes well, I can transfer to become a lecturer after graduation.”
“Impressive…”
Ning Chu exclaimed. For a slacker like him, let alone being a university lecturer, just not failing at the end of the semester would be a blessing.
In the time it took to say a few sentences, Wen Yang had already completed the borrowing process.
He walked out of the library and immediately noticed the two of them chatting happily at the door.
Look at Ning Chu’s little face filled with admiration…
He hadn’t thought much of Han Jingye at the start of the term, but from now on, the counselor’s image in his mind was plummeting.
Wen Yang came up behind Ning Chu, didn’t greet him, and slightly unhappily urged, “Let’s go.”
Shouldn’t he just expose Ning Chu’s gender directly, then demand Ning Chu not communicate with any males, just like Ning Chu had asked him to?
Otherwise, isn’t that unfair?
“Okay!” Ning Chu replied, “I’m going first.”
“Go on, take good care of yourself.” Han Jingye smiled gently and nodded.
Leaving the top floor of the library, Ning Chu felt a bit absent-minded.
Seeing an example of someone working hard to climb higher, he also wanted to consider his future… but with the pile of troublesome matters ahead, where would he find the time to think about the future?
He sighed wearily, but Wen Yang couldn’t hold back and asked, “Are you getting along well with the counselor lately?”
“Not bad,”
“I don’t think he’s a good person!”
“???”
Ning Chu was taken aback, looking up in surprise: “You didn’t say that when I spoke about him before.”
“He just looks like a refined scoundrel.”
“……”
He stared at Wen Yang’s expression as he belittled Han Jingye, silent for a moment before weakly asking, “Are you feeling jealous?”
“No, you won’t let me interact with girls; should I let you interact with a guy?”
That reason was barely acceptable! As long as he wasn’t jealous, it was fine!
“I’m interacting with a man!”
“But you look like a girl…”
Suddenly, he felt a sense of déjà vu.
It felt like every time Ning Chu advised Wen Yang against dating girls or getting into relationships, he was belittling girls in a similar way.