Chapter 1289 - 1291
Watching Ban Xia and the others deftly place everyone’s luggage on the cart, Gong Ruini really felt all sorts of reluctance.
"Isn’t there a bit too much luggage there?" With over ten people traveling abroad, how could there be little luggage?
Even though Zhan Jing and the others were heading to the United States for a shopping spree, was Gong Ruini taking less to the United States?
"Let them have a proper workout." Zhao Xuran was quite displeased with the two younger brothers still dawdling while moving the luggage.
"Hey, did you not have enough to eat?"
"Are you hoping we’ll help?" Hmph, they obviously made a mistake and should apologize, yet they’re pretending to be pitiful — never seen anyone so good at pretending.
Looks like they really have been spoiled by Yang.
Zhao Xuran’s guess was correct; Ban Xia and the others hoped someone would see them moving all this luggage pitifully and voluntarily offer to help.
Unexpectedly, they didn’t wait for anyone willing to help, and instead got scolded by their big brother.
The two had no choice but to speed up moving the luggage, then push it to prepare for check-in.
"Do you think big brother’s anger is out of control?" Zhuge Zisu leaned over and whispered in Zhan Banxia’s ear.
"You, ah." Zhan Banxia really felt defeated by this younger brother, who was obviously smart but sometimes does dumb things like this.
"I said it on purpose." Zisu said proudly, "I feel we should develop something to invigorate men."
"Even big brother has this issue; I guess there aren’t few with this condition."
No way, Gong Ruini bought cold drinks for Ban Xia and the others seeing their struggles, but never expected to hear such terrifying news.
In fact, what Zhan Jing had questioned before, Gong Ruini was also confused about.
Before, she thought Zhao Xuran was empathetic, not wanting any fatal incidents, so he held back.
Yet she was about to graduate and still nothing happened; Gong Ruini felt something was off no matter how she thought about it.
Now hearing this from the twins, considering Zhao Xuran’s bachelorhood in a previous life, Gong Ruini was really scared.
Bear in mind Zhan Jing studied medicine; how could she not help treat if she knew her son had such illness?
Could this illness be significantly problematic?
Oh my God, with the loving gazes and occasional hugs Zhao Xuran gave Gong Ruini, she could rule out the possibility of him being gay.
Gong Ruini had been pondering this issue all along, completely ignoring that she hadn’t given the cold drink in her hand to Ban Xia and the others.
"Ouch." After suddenly bumping into someone, Gong Ruini could only say ouch.
"You know pain, huh?" Zhao Xuran said irritably, "What were you doing, walking without watching where you’re going?"
From afar, he’d seen this girl walking lost in thought, "What’s wrong? Did the twins complain to you just now?"
Otherwise, Gong Ruini wouldn’t be like this. Hmph, he knew those two boys only complained and complained, needing a good workout so they’d know there are no shortcuts in anything.
Ah ah ah, running into Zhao Xuran, Gong Ruini really didn’t know how to face him, especially thinking about what Ban Xia and the others had said earlier.
Gong Ruini held back the urge to look at his lower half; if a person feels insecure and sees her gaze and actions, they might be sad enough to cry.
Forget it, "No complaints."
"That’s not true, there were complaints." Otherwise, how to explain walking lost in thought? Know that Zhao Xuran is a smart guy; one slip, and she’d fall into his trap.
This reply seemed off; it mustn’t be complaints, but something about him. But to make Gong Ruini willing to speak and be distracted like this, Zhao Xuran pondered for quite a while yet couldn’t figure out her troubles.
"They complained that you’re a heartless big brother." Gong Ruini quickly steadied herself, restraining from staring at Zhao Xuran.
Just complaining about this? Quite normal, the two brats if they didn’t complain would be the real issue.
"You’re really fond of Ban Xia; if it were Guang Ran, you’d be laughing joyfully."
"Not only that, you’d probably have me teaching Guang Ran all sorts of things." Right, she thought something was off, and the issue was indeed here.
Zhao Xuran smiled and stared at Gong Ruini, adopting a posture like he was waiting for her honest confession.
Ugh, knowing there’s no way to muddle through, what to do, what to do, Gong Ruini really panicked now.
Should never have challenged Zhao Xuran’s observational skills, but if speaking the truth, would Zhao Xuran be upset?
This was disdainful of Zhao Xuran; no man would willingly admit this.
Hearing these words, would Zhao Xuran have the urge to hit someone?
Thinking about this, Gong Ruini felt terrified, involuntarily rubbing her arm.
"Cold?" Seeing Gong Ruini’s gesture, Zhao Xuran’s first thought was she might be cold?
At this moment, Zhao Xuran wasn’t concerned with pursuing answers; he just wanted to bring Gong Ruini back for a coat.
Grabbing her hand, Zhao Xuran realized it wasn’t cold since Ni Zi’s hand was warm.
If it’s not cold, then it must be fright, but why would she be scared?
"What did Ban Xia say about me, if you don’t tell, I can ask them."
"They’re definitely badmouthing me, go on."
This guy’s thought process was so clear, "You go ask them." No matter, she definitely couldn’t say, just waiting for Ban Xia and the others to speak.
Being willing to let him ask them rather than speaking herself, made it clear Ni Zi heard something major.
Not saying a word, Zhao Xuran’s demeanor terrified Gong Ruini immensely.
"Let’s go rest a bit." Zhao Xuran reached out and guided Gong Ruini toward the waiting lounge.
Gong Ruini didn’t know if what she just said counted as passing a test, at least Zhao Xuran wasn’t staring at her, letting her breathe a sigh of relief.
"Ni Zi, what’s up?" Gong Ruwen had just toured the airport shops, buying some snacks in the process.
"Even if the food’s bad, let’s compromise." Gong Ruwen glanced around the airport restaurant; despite whether the food was tasty, the prices were definitely striking.
"Regrets now, should’ve brought snacks to the airport." Each flight to the United States before had been nighttime, always leaving post-dinner.
This time, the tickets were for the afternoon; worrying about potential crowd and luggage check-in issues, they left right post-breakfast —a miscalculation.
Gong Ruzhi curled his lips, feeling his big brother was indeed being a bit stingy; while the airport restaurant’s food was average and pricey...
...it was still better than airline meals; those are free but honestly, don’t evoke desire for a second bite.
"Forget it, let’s eat at the restaurant." Looking at dry bread, Gong Tao really lacked appetite; no matter the price, as long as the food’s satisfying, it’s worth it.