Chapter 962: Chapter 959: 1.5 Milk 7
Ever since Yan Xixi gave her final ultimatum last time, he had given up. Yet, that’s human nature; once a young man falls into unrequited love, it’s worse than an old house catching fire.
Being busy with studies was one thing, but once there was a long holiday, those legs wouldn’t obey. The expensive plane tickets, exhausting the little hard-earned money, seemed like it was all worth it.
Soon, Yan Xixi appeared.
She only packed a small suitcase and smiled, "Have you decided where to go?"
"Do you have a place in mind?"
"I want to go to the most bustling place. How’s that?"
"No problem."
"But booking a ticket now might not be easy, and it’s expensive too."
"No worries, the little joint business with my classmates has been profitable. I’ve saved fifty to sixty thousand. It’s enough for expenses. Before coming, I already exchanged eight thousand, and I brought a little cash along."
Yan Xixi was very straightforward, "How about this, we’ll split the expenses evenly. You handle the expenses, and we’ll adjust later if needed."
Li Zhen felt a slight disappointment in his heart. A girl determined to go Dutch with you, unwilling to take any advantage, is obviously implying that the relationship can’t progress. But even so, he was very content and agreed readily.
He stretched out his big hand to take Yan Xixi’s luggage as well, "Let’s go."
"Thank you."
Walking out the door, Yan Xixi looked again at the beautiful red brick and green tile house, feeling immensely disappointed in her heart: Brother Donglin, he surely won’t appear, will he?
Oh well, I can’t be like Wang Baochai, stubbornly waiting by the cold kiln, turning myself into a suspicious old hag.
At least, I have the right to associate with others properly, don’t I?
During the three-day trip, more than half the time was spent traveling back and forth. It was all budget economy class, the hotels chosen were as cheap as possible, and most of the meals were from roadside stalls.
Traveling on a budget, the cost was very low.
But it was fun.
Li Zhen was an excellent travel companion. He was knowledgeable, his conversation was witty and humorous, and most importantly, he was an action-oriented person. No matter what the issue was, often before you could even speak, he had already arranged everything perfectly.
His demeanor was at least ten years more mature than his actual age, even Yan Xixi was secretly impressed.
When they returned to Dun City, the two were still unsatisfied.
Hungry and thirsty, they casually found a restaurant and indulged lavishly.
After eating their fill, Li Zhen took out a necklace, hesitantly, "Yan Xixi, I’ve always wanted to give you a gift. It’s Christmas, isn’t it..."
It was a Swarovski crystal necklace, not very expensive, but certainly beyond what a normal friend would give.
Yan Xixi accepted the necklace, with a pleasant demeanor, "It’s very pretty. But Li Zhen, you already gave me chocolates. I can’t accept this necklace."
Li Zhen mustered up his courage, "Yan Xixi, I’m not asking you to accept me immediately. I know starting a new relationship isn’t easy. I just hope you can allow us to interact normally."
Yan Xixi still maintained a pleasant demeanor, "Li Zhen, do you really think so?"
His face turned crimson.
"You see, you don’t truly think that way. Li Zhen, I can’t deceive you. There’s no way we could have anything. Like I told you last time, I already have someone whom I love dearly, and in this lifetime, I probably won’t fall in love with another man..."
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