Chapter 24
"Xia Ruoan couldn't help but feel relieved when she saw Leng Zexi go out. She hurriedly picked up the bag and went into the bathroom to wash and change clothes.
When she saw the clothes, she couldn't help but be slightly surprised. These clothes were all her favorite styles, and it seemed that considering that she was going outdoors, they also specially prepared comfortable casual clothes instead of skirts.
"How thoughtful." Xia Ruoan couldn't help but sigh as she changed her clothes.
At this moment, there was a sudden knock on the door, and Xia Ruoan turned his head and looked towards the door.
"An An, are you ready? Come out and have breakfast. I'll take you back to school after that." Leng Zexi said softly outside the door.
"Okay." Xia Ruoan responded quickly, then walked out the door quickly.
However, when she saw the sumptuous breakfast on the table, she was surprised again. If the clothes were just a coincidence, then how could she explain the breakfast being from the restaurant she liked?
Leng Zexi seemed to have sensed her doubts. He was afraid that he would scare her, so he explained, "There's a breakfast shop in Taipei City that tastes good. I used to frequent that place. I don't know if it suits your taste, so I bought some."
Xia Ruoan was relieved to hear him say that. The two of them ate breakfast and went out. When they got out of the door, Xia Ruoan realized that they didn't leave the bar last night.
Leng Zexi sent Xia Ruoan to the dormitory building. "An'an, send me a message when you come back." Xia Ruoan nodded. "Well, we are all adults, we..."
Before she finished her words, she was interrupted by Leng Zexi, "An An, we agreed to talk about this when you come back in two months. We can talk about it then. Maybe you will change your mind by then. I heard that your supervisor wants you to stay in school. It would be good for you to go back home if you plan to continue on the path of research."
Leng Zexi looked at her, his eyes full of tenderness and concern.
Xia Ruoan looked at him in surprise. She didn't expect him to say such a thing. She couldn't help but feel touched, but at the same time she felt confused. Why did he know so much about her?
"How do you know all this?" Xia Ruoan's voice trembled slightly. She felt as if her privacy had been invaded, and a trace of fear flashed in her eyes.
Leng Zexi's heart tightened when he saw her reaction. He realized that his behavior made her feel uneasy, and quickly explained: "I heard it from your third brother."
Xia Ruoan felt a little relieved when she heard this answer, but she still couldn't help wondering, what if it wasn't her third brother who told him?
What if he knew these things through other means? She couldn't help but start to doubt him, wondering what his purpose was.
Leng Zexi looked at the confusion and uneasiness on her face, feeling annoyed. He just wanted to express his concern for her future, but he didn't want her to misunderstand him.
"Your third brother said that you are very outstanding and often boasted about having such a smart and capable sister like you." Leng Zexi looked at Xia Ruoan seriously and said.
What he said was true. What Lin Cai was most proud of was his sister Xia Ruoan, not his own achievements.
When Xia Ruoan was admitted to her favorite university with the lowest score, Lin Cai rarely treated her to a meal to celebrate, which showed how much he valued and loved Xia Ruoan.
After all, Lin Cai has always been stingy, except for being particularly generous to Xia Ruoan.
"Okay, I'll go upstairs to get my things and meet up with everyone." Xia Ruo'an blushed and said a little embarrassedly. After that, he turned around and prepared to leave, as if he was a little flustered.
"Well, do you want me to help you with the luggage?" Leng Zexi saw this and changed the subject. He asked with concern, his eyes always on Xia Ruoan.
"No need, it's already packed, and there's an elevator, I can get it myself. Brother Leng, if you're busy, go back first." Xia Ruoan looked up at Leng Zexi, a hint of embarrassment flashed in his eyes, then he lowered his head and said softly.
"It's okay, I'm not in a hurry. I'll wait for you downstairs. I'll take you to the school gate to meet up with everyone and then I'll go back. Go upstairs." Leng Zexi smiled at Xia Ruoan, his eyes full of tenderness. He gently patted Xia Ruoan's shoulder, signaling her to go upstairs without worry.
Xia Ruoan knew that it was useless to say more, so she decided to go upstairs to get her luggage first.
When she came downstairs, Leng Zexi saw her, quickly came forward, took the suitcase from her hand, and asked, "Why is it so light?"
He clearly remembered that every time his cousin went out for an outing, even if it was just for one night, she would bring two full suitcases.
"There are only two sets of clothes, mosquito repellent spray and a laptop in it." Xia Ruoan thought Leng Zexi was worried that she had forgotten something, so she patiently explained, "We are staying in a farmhouse near the mountains this time, so we can buy toiletries directly there."
Xia Ruoan has always liked to travel light and is unwilling to carry too many cumbersome items.
She put all the tools she needed for gathering in the backpack she carried with her. In addition, they would spend more than two-thirds of their time in the mountains, and the food had already been purchased in advance, so she didn't need to carry anything extra.
When Leng Zexi heard her say this, the stone in his heart finally fell to the ground and he felt relieved.
He advised gently and caringly: "Be sure to pay attention to safety in the mountains, and try not to act alone." His eyes revealed deep worry and concern.
Xia Ruoan nodded obediently and replied with a smile: "Well, I will follow the senior sister and will not run around randomly. And every time we go out, we will be in a group of at least three to take care of each other."
This was not her first time participating in such an activity, so she knew how to protect herself. The mountains are rich in resources, but they also hide many dangers.
The worst case she had seen was when a senior student was bitten by a poisonous snake and nearly needed amputation. Therefore, she naturally did not dare to take it lightly.
Leng Zexi walked Xia Ruoan to the door. Everyone looked at him curiously, with gossipy expressions on their faces, but no malice.
Leng Zexi nodded to them politely, then turned to look at Xia Ruoan and said softly, "An'an, be sure to be safe in the mountains. I will pick you up when you come back." His eyes were full of sincerity and affection.
Xia Ruoan looked at his serious expression and for a moment she didn't know how to refuse his kindness.
"Okay, Brother Leng, you can go back. Be careful on the road." Xia Ruoan responded obediently.
Qiao Xin came over and put her hand on Xia Ruoan's shoulder. "Tell me the truth, who is this? He looks much better than Zhou Mufan. Do you want to consider changing your boyfriend? I think he is more suitable for you than Zhou Mufan."
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