Chapter 112: Side Story: Lysander and The Sweets (Part 2)
It was honestly surprising, given Nikolai’s appearance.
Qi Yu watched him intently before commenting, "Nikolai, when you eat sweets, you make the most endearing expressions."
"...What?"
Nikolai looked up, looking a little bit bewildered. That was not a comment that he was used to hearing—at least, not from anyone except a handful of eccentric people. The idea that he, of all people, might look ’endearing’ while doing something as simple as eating sweets was absurd. He frowned, trying to process the statement, but the others were already reacting with knowing smirks.
Qi Yu who is still smiling reached over and placed an extra truffle onto Nikolai’s plate.
"Oh? You weren’t aware?" Qi Yu’s voice was smooth, teasing, as he continued, "When you eat sweets, your eyes soften, your cheeks flush, and you smile with pure joy. Even your ears fold slightly, and your tail sways the entire time."
"That’s ridiculous!" Nikolai protested, feeling warmth creep up his face. He quickly grabbed his fork and focusing back on his plate as if it could shield him from their stares.
"Eh? Well, maybe ’cute’ isn’t the right word, but it’s obvious how much you love sweets," Lysander interjected, resting his chin on one hand as he watched with amusement.
"I agree." Shen Xinghui nodded his head, his expression completely sincere. "Lately, I’ve been working extra hard just to make desserts that will make you happy, Nikolai."