After a night of playing and having fun, it was time to go home.
After all, Meng Yingxin is still living in the military base. Although there is no curfew in their dormitory, it would not be good if she went back too late and was seen by others.
On the way there, the two hurried along, but on the way back, they both slowed down.
But no matter how slow it is, there will always be a moment when they part ways.
"Alright, then you can go up now." Qiao Shouyan escorted her to the dormitory entrance, then stood in the shadows, looking at Meng Yingxin with reluctance.
"Here are the rabbit and the bear," Qiao Shouyan said, handing her the toys he was holding.
But Meng Yingxin only took the teddy bear.
“I’ll take it back. This,” Meng Yingxin patted the big rabbit, avoiding Qiao Shouyan’s gaze, and whispered, “You take it back. Remember, you can’t give this to Xiaoyuan and An’an.”
"Huh?" Qiao Shouyan was stunned for a moment, thinking that wasn't the big rabbit the toy that Meng Yingxin had initially wanted? How did it end up being the one he brought home?
"Don't you like rabbits the most? Why are you giving me the rabbit and taking the bear yourself?"
Even if each person gets a prize, Meng Yingxin should take the one she likes better.
Meng Yingxin: "..."
fool!
Does she really need to explain this to him?
"Fool!"
Meng Ying stomped her foot in anger, but didn't want to explain, so she gave Qiao Shouyan a coquettish glare.
Qiao Shouyan: "..."
What's the meaning?
Thanks to the streetlights next to the dormitory building, even though it was late, Qiao Shouyan could still see Meng Yingxin's shy, blushing face clearly by the light.
Then his wooden fish brain instantly connected.
Therefore, the rabbit is Meng Yingxin, and the bear is him.
The goal is to bring the other person back, not to take yourself away.
"Thump—thump—"
Qiao Shouyan seemed to hear his own heartbeat.
It could also be Meng Yingxin's.
In short, it didn't matter anymore. By the time he came to his senses, he had already lowered his head and gently, yet with utmost solemnity and devotion, placed a kiss on Meng Yingxin's forehead.
Soft and easily separated.
Coming to his senses, Qiao Shouyan suddenly realized his rashness. He had kissed Meng Yingxin's forehead without any warning. Shouldn't he have at least asked before kissing her?
"Yingxin, I'm sorry, I—"
"Hmm—"
Before he could finish his apology and explanation, Meng Yingxin stood on tiptoe, wrapped her arms around Qiao Shouyan's neck, and kissed him directly.
Of course, she didn't kiss his forehead, but his lips, successfully making Qiao Shouyan "shut up" in the sweetest way.
"Thump—thump—"
This time it wasn't the sound of a heartbeat; Qiao Shouyan estimated that his heart was about to jump out of his chest, completely out of control, utterly chaotic.
The sudden shortened distance meant that Qiao Shouyan could only see Meng Yingxin's dark eyes, which now held a sly glint of a successful sneak attack, along with a hint of sweetness.
"They're gone."
Meng Yingxin withdrew and slipped away, carrying the bear as she ran up to the dormitory building, giving Qiao Shouyan no time to react.
So, when Qiao Shouyan had completely processed everything that had just happened, all that was left was a silly grin on his face, and his heart felt soft and swollen with an unknown sensation. He found it hard to describe what that feeling was like.
Like walking on soft clouds?
Like eating the sweetest honey in the world?
Like getting the highest score in a military assessment?
Like dancing with Meng Yingxin in a dimly lit yet brightly lit dance floor?
None of them seem accurate enough.
In short, the image of the kiss and the soft, moist touch played out repeatedly in Qiao Shouyan's mind, as if on a loop.
Even after he got home, the silly grin on Qiao Shouyan's face didn't disappear; it was as if it were imprinted on his face and had become a part of him.
"Big brother?" Qiao Gaoyang was incredibly jealous when he saw Qiao Shouyan's expression and knew that he was going on a date with his sister-in-law tonight. He was so happy that he was practically overflowing with happiness. Did he even need to ask?
"Big brother, was the date fun? Did you have a good time with your sister-in-law?" Qiao Gaoyang asked in a slightly sarcastic tone, then noticed the big rabbit and, quite surprised, gave his brother a thumbs up.
"As expected of the eldest brother, even while on a date, you still remember to bring back gifts for Xiaoyuan and An'an. But... wait a minute, how could you only buy one? If those two little devils see this, aren't you trying to sow discord between them? Don't take it out yet, buy another one tomorrow!"
Qiao Shouyan: "..."
I almost forgot about that.
"Shh—" Qiao Shouyan covered his younger brother's mouth and warned, "Don't shout, keep your voice down. This wasn't bought for them, so don't let them see it."
If his two little devils want it, he really has no choice!
They had promised Meng Yingxin that they would each have one rabbit and one bear.
Moreover, this rabbit represents Meng Yingxin. If he dares to give the rabbit to Xiaoyuan or An'an and Meng Yingxin finds out, how will he explain it?
"Big brother!" Qiao Gaoyang pushed Qiao Shouyan's hand away, staring at him with wide eyes, finding it unbelievable.
Is it what he thinks?
This big rabbit plush toy wasn't bought for the two little darlings; it was bought by the older brother himself.
Big brother? A plush toy?
It doesn't match at all.
"You, when did you change your taste and start liking this kind of toy?" Qiao Gaoyang looked at his older brother in shock, never expecting that he and his older brother had drifted so far apart without him realizing it.
Qiao Shouyan: "..."
He really wanted to pry open Qiao Gaoyang's brain to see what was inside. Was it all just mush?
"What are you thinking?" Qiao Shouyan said irritably, explaining that this was a toy Meng Yingxin gave him. "We each have one, so we absolutely can't let Xiaoyuan and An'an see it, understand?"
This time, it was Qiao Gaoyang's turn to feel a pang of sadness.
Why are they using tactics that only young couples use? That's too much!
"Big brother, you're not my big brother anymore!" Qiao Gaoyang said sourly, with a hint of jealousy, looking at Qiao Shouyan with great displeasure.
Qiao Shouyan raised an eyebrow. How come this isn't the eldest brother anymore?
"Is this still my quiet, reserved older brother who didn't know how to get along with women? You're so good at it now. No wonder you and your sister-in-law are all lovey-dovey every day. Who are you trying to kill with jealousy?" Qiao Gaoyang complained.
He now understands what it means to be infuriated by comparing yourself to others!
His own love life has been full of hardships. It took him a lot of effort to make Leng Yingying understand his feelings, and now he can finally pursue her openly. However, he is still far from being officially recognized as a girlfriend.
Then look at the eldest brother, his relationship with his sister-in-law is so smooth, and their daily life is so enjoyable. How could he not be envious?
Qiao Shouyan: "..."
Thinking about everything that happened tonight, he felt that his brother wasn't wrong.
Indeed, the development of his relationship with Meng Yingxin seemed to be as smooth as water flowing into a channel, but wasn't this a predestined relationship accumulated over two lifetimes?
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