Chapter 174
Lin Wanqing took a deep breath. Yes, some things, once spoken, truly clear the heart...
How wonderful it is to have a brother, a really good brother...
**[Actually, since January 10th, the family has been busy with matters, and the vulture has been exhausted. Thankfully, the busy days are behind us. Today, I’ll post two updates first, and I promise to make up for all the extra updates for the boss. Please bear with me (I’m begging you).]**
**[Thanks to the boss for the gifts and flowers, and thanks to everyone for their continuous support. I truly appreciate it.]**
### Chapter 210: I Am Really Lucky
“Yuying, congratulations on finally getting what you wished for,” Li Qingxue said with a smile.
From the moment she learned that Hu Yuying held an important place in Long Aotian's heart, Li Qingxue knew this day would come.
So she was at ease, so she offered her blessings.
Hu Yuying tightened her grip on Li Qingxue’s hand. “Qingxue, you have no idea. I actually liked Long Ge a long, long time ago.”
This was Hu Yuying’s heartfelt confession. She had been too shy to say it before, but now she was willing to share it with Li Qingxue.
Because she cherished their friendship, she wanted to tell her that she had liked Long Ge even before her.
“How long is ‘a long, long time’?” Li Qingxue asked curiously, not for any other reason, just out of curiosity.
She had her own little pride. It was true that she had feelings for Long Aotian, and even now, she still did. Perhaps, even after a long, long time, she would still feel the same...
But if Long Aotian already had someone he liked, she would bury her feelings deep inside.
She never wanted to cause trouble for anyone, because that wasn’t who Li Qingxue was.
Moreover, this person was her good friend, her close confidante.
“It’s been quite a while, really.”
It was like telling a story, starting from the day she transferred schools.
From the moment Long Aotian took her under his wing.
From the time he forced her to integrate into the group.
From the moment she sought Long Ge’s help out of fear.
Back then, she was genuinely scared that Long Ge would find her a nuisance and refuse to help.
But that wasn’t the case. Long Ge had always helped her, tirelessly.
She recounted the thrill of sneaking into the clothing factory with Long Ge to stock up.
She shared the joy of selling clothes together with him.
She talked about the little changes she experienced under Long Ge’s guidance.
Li Qingxue knew all of this.
She still vaguely remembered the first time she met Hu Yuying. She had been like a wounded little kitten, just trailing behind Long Aotian, quiet and always silent...
Back then, Hu Yuying was truly inconspicuous...
It turned out that their bond had already run deep, so deep...
“Long Ge is someone you can rely on. The more you get close to him, the more you’ll get used to him, and before you know it, your mind will be filled with his shadow.”
After listening to Hu Yuying’s story, Li Qingxue felt a mix of emotions—some unbearable, some challenging, but also beautiful...
Yet, she couldn’t help but feel a bit of resentment. Why would anyone bully someone as wonderful as Hu Yuying?
“Those despicable bullies! They just see you as easy prey. From now on, if anyone bullies you, I won’t let it slide.”
At the same time, she felt a bit relieved, grateful that Long Aotian had helped Hu Yuying.
She couldn’t even imagine how painful it would have been for Hu Yuying if Long Aotian hadn’t stepped in.
“Thank goodness Long Aotian likes to meddle in other people’s business. You have no idea how he is...” Li Qingxue started to say, instinctively covering her mouth.
She almost let it slip, having promised Long Aotian not to say anything.
So she quietly glanced at Hu Yuying.
She saw Hu Yuying looking at her with a smile in her eyes. “I know what you want to say. I already know.”
“You know?” Li Qingxue shook her head. She hadn’t said anything, and she was well aware that Long Aotian wouldn’t say a word to avoid worrying Hu Yuying.
“Actually, I was just a short distance away from you and Long Ge that day. I heard everything you two said,” Hu Yuying said, smiling as she tightened her grip on Li Qingxue’s hand.
“Thank you. Thank you for helping Long Ge.”
Li Qingxue helplessly tilted her head back. “So you knew all along.”
But she quickly felt at ease. Long Aotian understood Hu Yuying so well; he knew she would cry and feel heartbroken if she found out.
How could Hu Yuying not notice?
That silly guy thought he was hiding it well, but she had seen through it. How could Hu Yuying not have noticed?
“He really cares about you.”
Hu Yuying nodded in agreement. From the very beginning, she had been enveloped in Long Ge’s care.
This was her fortune, and it marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life.
Li Qingxue stopped walking and looked seriously at Hu Yuying. “Actually, you care about Long Aotian too.”
In the past, she had foolishly thought that Hu Yuying’s feelings for Long Aotian were merely a sisterly dependence.
But now, it seemed that Hu Yuying’s concern for Long Aotian was just as strong.
Because love is mutual.
Long Ge’s kindness to her meant she had to work even harder to be good to him.
Long Ge had said she was worth it, but wasn’t he worth it too?
He was so careful even when kissing her, afraid of hurting her. He truly gave her all his tenderness.
Such a man, he is hers...
“Long Aotian is great in every way, except he has a tendency to meddle. You should really talk to him about that; he listens to you.”
Seeing Hu Yuying’s bewildered expression, Li Qingxue chuckled. “He’s terrified of you crying. When you cry, he doesn’t know what to do, and he’ll end up doing whatever you say.”
Hu Yuying laughed at Li Qingxue’s words. She didn’t cry often, and she certainly wouldn’t use tears to make Long Ge compromise.
“Just look at you; it’s obvious you always indulge him.”
“Sometimes I envy you. You’re the only one who can keep Long Ge in check.”
Li Qingxue covered her mouth, laughing. “Are you complimenting me or saying I’m fierce?”
“Of course, I’m complimenting you,” Hu Yuying said sincerely. Her own nature was more gentle, and she only showed her assertiveness with Long Ge.
But Li Qingxue was different. Her personality was vibrant, and being around her always wrapped you in joy.
That might be what they call charisma, something both Hu Yuying and Lin Wanqing lacked.
So, everyone has their own strengths. While you admire others, others may also admire you...
Li Qingxue smiled, her thoughts drifting. “He just doesn’t want to argue with me. Otherwise, one punch from him could give me a concussion.”
“He always puts others first. Compared to us, he always places himself last.”
At this point, Li Qingxue looked seriously at Hu Yuying. “Long Aotian is such a fool; he’s truly the happiest person in the world. You two need to cherish each other.”
Hu Yuying looked up at the sky. Rather than saying Long Ge was the happiest person in the world, she felt she was the happiest.
Meeting Long Ge had changed her previously pitiful life of eighteen years.
He said she was worth it.
He gave her choices.
All of this began when she met Long Ge.
If anyone were to claim the title of the happiest person in the world, Hu Yuying believed it was her.
And she would bring all this happiness to Long Ge.
My Long Ge, meeting you has made me feel so lucky and so happy...
### Chapter 211: Writing Your Name on Smoke and Inhaling It
“Heh, who would’ve thought? How interesting, really interesting!”
Ye Liangchen shook the beer in his hand, a bitter smile creeping onto his lips.
“I think you’re not all that special either,” Xue Shaohua said, lighting a cigarette and slowly exhaling smoke at a forty-five-degree angle. Unbeknownst to him, he had made significant progress in his cool demeanor.
Last time, Ye Liangchen claimed that Long Aotian’s presence had affected his performance.
This time, that guy Long Aotian wasn’t even around Hu Yuying and the others, yet the outcome was... heh...
Seeing this, Ye Liangchen confidently tossed his hair back and downed the drink in his cup, his Adam’s apple bobbing with each swallow.
After finishing, he tossed his hair back again, looking at the empty cup. “The alcohol I drink turns into maturity when I spit it out.”
He continued, slowly exhaling a breath of alcohol-laden air. “Just like something I once wrote in my Penguin Space: knights and princesses.”
“The princesses have no idea how heavy the burden is on a knight like me. No one knows, but I do.”
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