334 A Scummy Netizen

Shen Xi had simply put down her issues when Guan Lei’s video name got here. Shen Xi considered it and at last answered it.

“Xixi, you lastly known as. I’ve missed you a lot. Did you miss me?” Guan Lei’s face was pressed in opposition to his display, making him look comical.

“Don’t be foolish,” Shen Xi mentioned with a smile. “Zhao Yuan is right here with me.”

Zhao Yuan angled herself towards the digital camera and parodied Guan Lei’s phrases dramatically, “Xixi, I’ve missed you a lot. Did you miss me? Gosh, that sounds so mushy!”

Guan Lei felt somewhat embarrassed after being teased by Zhao Yuan. He tried holding a straight face however failed, and he had no alternative however to accept one thing in between. The consequence was a considerably serious-looking face that did little to cover his sullen emotions for being known as out.

Zhao Yuan knew to not overdo her teasing. As an alternative, she turned to Shen Xi, “I nonetheless have issues to do, so I’ll head out first. Have an excellent chat!”

Shen Xi shooed Zhao Yuan away, feigning annoyance. Zhao Yuan made a face however took the trace and hurried out of the room.

“Are you sharing a room with Zhao Yuan?” Guan Lei requested, somewhat sad.

“I used to be going to bunk with another person, however Zhao Yuan tagged alongside, so I made a decision to stick with her,” Shen Xi defined.

Guan Lei was silent for a second. He requested her to carry on as he spoke to somebody beside him.

Shen Xi patiently waited for Guan Lei to settle his enterprise. It was not lengthy earlier than Guan Lei’s consideration swiveled again to her, a cheeky grin on his lips as he famous she was alone.

“I used to be tremendous unhappy you didn’t reply to my texts this morning.” Guan Lei pouted, showing as if Shen Xi had executed him an amazing injustice.

Shen Xi didn’t know how one can clarify her emotional state that morning, so she mentioned, “I used to be in a rush this morning. I’m sorry I couldn’t reply instantly. I hope you’re not offended, are you?”

“I’m not that petty.” Guan Lei shook his head. “I used to be simply nervous one thing had occurred to you. Don’t scare me subsequent time.”

Shen Xi nodded and fell silent. She puzzled whether or not she ought to broach the subject that had plagued her all morning with Guan Lei. Shen Xi discovered herself morbidly curious as to how he would reply her.

The silence stretched. Guan Lei may inform there was one thing on Shen Xi’s thoughts. “What’s the matter? You possibly can inform me something, you already know? I’ll provide help to.”

Shen Xi gathered her braveness and seemed Guan Lei within the eye; the latter waited patiently for Shen Xi to talk.

As an alternative of some heartfelt speech, or plea for assist, Shen Xi sighed and shook her head. “I”m high quality. I’m just a bit airsick. It hasn’t executed a lot for my temper.”

Guan Lei didn’t press the problem, merely telling Shen Xi to relaxation properly. A slight nod was all he noticed earlier than Shen Xi hung up, ending the video name.

What was improper with Shen Xi? Guan Lei continued to stare at his black display thoughtfully.

Shen Xi didn’t know the place Zhao Yuan or Zheng Huai had gone. She ate a easy lunch and slept for the remainder of the afternoon.

Zhao Yuan returned after darkish, her complete physique swaying like an eggplant on its vine. She seemed like she may barely stand.

Startled by Zhao Yuan’s uncanny look, Shen Xi rushed ahead to assist her pal. “What’s improper with you? What’s with that expression?”

When Zhao Yuan’s listless eyes met Shen Xi’s involved ones, they immediately reddened, quickly turning into tears.

Shen Xi was shocked. She frantically dried her pal’s tears, asking, “What’s improper? Why are you crying? Did somebody bully you?”

“My boyfriend is the scum of the earth! He’s two-timing with some vixen!” Zhao Yuan cried.

That was information to Shen Xi. “When did you get a boyfriend? Why have you ever not talked about him earlier than?”

“I met him on the web,” Zhao Yuan mentioned between sobs. “He’s been ignoring me not too long ago. That’s why I’m right here in Beijing; I’m searching for him. I caught him with one other girl hanging on his arm. I couldn’t assist myself. I approached him and requested what he was doing, however his girlfriend shoved me apart, and I scraped my knee on the curb.”

Shen Xi rolled Zhao Yuan’s skirt as much as look at her harm. It was nonetheless bleeding. “Wait right here. I’ll ask for a first-aid equipment from the lodge workers.”

“It’s infuriating,” Zhao Yuan mentioned as Shen Xi bandaged her wound, “How did I turn into the third wheel? How is it my fault? That piece of trash…! How dare he misinform me and say he’s single. I hope he meets a horrible finish, a life with out descendants!”

Shen Xi gently patted Zhao Yuan’s head and consoled her, “Don’t let a foul apple like him damage your temper. I’m certain you’ll meet somebody higher.”

Zhao Yuan wiped her tears and nodded. “You’re proper. I hope my future boyfriend will deal with me in addition to Guan Lei treats you.”

“Why do you say Guan Lei treats me properly?” Shen Xi requested.

Zhao Zhu sniffled. “He’s not unhealthy. It was good seeing him reject Li Jin. A boy who is aware of his boundaries and isn’t blinded by sensual pleasures is nice sufficient in my books.”