Chapter 101 Dating and Hotpot Party
Pei Heng blinked and watched them leave. He turned around, put his hands in his sleeves, and looked at Lin Qingyuan calmly.
I actually felt a bit of the same way.
"As expected, no matter which dynasty you are in, you are always a figure that students are intimidated by."
Lin Qingyuan laughed at what he said. Just as he was about to respond, he saw Pei Heng suddenly stop joking, stand up straight, and bow to him solemnly.
Lin Qingyuan was stunned and blurted out subconsciously: "Your Highness..."
Pei Heng raised his head. "Teacher, I've heard everything Yun Qing and Huo Xiao said. After the turmoil in the Eastern Palace, if it weren't for you and Taifu Yan's intermediary assistance and secret protection within the court, Yun Qing alone... I'm afraid it would have been difficult to hold on, let alone seek revenge."
"Thank you, Master. ... Furthermore, I feel ashamed that I failed to fulfill the high hopes you and the Grand Master placed on me in my previous life."
Just this one sentence made Lin Qingyuan's eyes red.
He hurried forward, lifted Pei Heng up with both hands, and said in a choked voice, "Your Highness, please stop saying that! You are embarrassing me. These are all my responsibilities."
"You've been raised under my and Yan Ke's watchful eyes since you were little. In our hearts, your safety and happiness are more important than anything else! The changes in imperial power and the turmoil in the world are not your fault alone. Why should you feel ashamed?"
As he spoke, he gently wiped the corner of his eyes with his sleeve.
Pei Heng felt warm at the sight of his teacher expressing his true feelings, but he was not used to it and did not like it being so sentimental.
He changed the subject again: "Good. Isn't it great now?"
Pei Heng asked, "Do you like it here?"
Lin Qingyuan calmed down, a genuine smile on his face, and said with emotion: "Of course I like it! It's great here. The country is stable and strong, the people live and work in peace, and everyone can study and pursue their passions."
"The most important thing is that you and the Lord are both fine. There is no better ending than this."
The teacher and student sat down and chatted for a while, and the atmosphere was warm.
However, during the conversation, Lin Qingyuan's occupational illness kicked in. He suddenly changed the subject, his eyes looking expectant. "Speaking of studies...is there any time left in your schedule this semester? Would you consider joining my research group?"
"I have a project on ancient economic systems recently, and I'm looking for..."
As soon as he heard someone start talking about study tasks, Pei Heng's ears automatically turned on the blocking mode.
His smile remained unchanged, and he quickly placed the New Year gift he brought on Lin Qingyuan's desk, saying quickly, "Teacher, you are busy! I suddenly remembered that Shen Shi is still waiting for me, so I'll leave first! You can keep the gift!"
Before he could finish his words, the man had already slipped to the door, opened it and rushed out.
Lin Qingyuan looked at the empty doorway, shook his head helplessly and laughed, "This child... is still so afraid of listening to homework..."
Pei Heng patted his chest after escaping from the office.
Go find Chen Shi!
Compared to boring academic research, it is more interesting to be with your master.
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The sunshine in March has become warm, not as stingy as in winter, and it shines warmly on the body.
Pei Heng was wearing a light beige velvet jacket, which made him look even more handsome, fresh and soft.
He glanced at the location sent by Shen Shi. It was a refreshment hall near the school, not far away, right next to the dormitory building.
Pei Heng replied with a nodding cat emoticon.
The refreshment room is an independent small building in Japanese minimalist style.
The side is covered with a whole wall of clean floor-to-ceiling glass, which allows sunlight to shine in, making the room bright and transparent.
Pei Heng crossed the sidewalk and glanced casually at the window, and saw Shen Shi sitting by the window.
Chen Shi was wearing a beige sweater today. His silhouette was elegant and he was looking towards the store, as if he was talking to someone.
Pei Heng's lips curled up unconsciously, and he stopped in the shadow outside the porch, looking at the people inside with interest.
After about ten seconds, Shen Shi turned his head as if realizing something and saw Pei Heng standing under the porch, smiling at him.
In an instant, Chen Shi's distant and cold brows relaxed, a smile appeared on his face, and he leaned towards Pei Heng. His warm breath blew on the glass, creating a white mist.
He raised his finger and stroked it across the haze, outlining the outline of a distracted kitten in a few strokes.
After finishing the drawing, Shen Shi turned sideways and raised his phone, aiming the camera at him and Pei Heng outside the glass.
Pei Heng raised his eyebrows, leaned forward slightly, and moved closer to the kitten graffiti on the glass. There was light in his beautiful cat eyes and the corners of his lips were curved.
Click.
The camera freezes.
Through the thin layer of water vapor and simple drawings, the reflection of the glass becomes less obvious, and all that remains in the picture is the warm-toned wooden table, the sunshine, and the smiling lovers.
Pei Heng watched Shen Shi lower his head to operate his mobile phone and set the new photo as the screen saver, then he slowly walked in through the main entrance.
He walked straight to the booth where Shen Shi was. As soon as he sat down, Shen Shi turned his head and kissed him on the cheek with the scent of tea.
“Try this, I think it’s pretty good.” Shen Shi pushed the white porcelain plate in front of him.
There are also tea whisks and tea bowls for making matcha on the wooden table, which clearly shows some craftsmanship involved.
Pei Heng lowered his eyes, took a piece of tea cake with a small fork and put it into his mouth, "Who were you chatting with just now?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Shi picked up the teacup, blew away the hot steam, took a sip, and a cunning look flashed in his eyes, deliberately keeping the secret.
"Unimportant people."
Pei Heng didn't believe him. He gently pinched the soft flesh of Shen Shi's cheek with his fingertips and snorted, "I don't believe it."
"Okay," Shen Shi changed his words swiftly, his eyes curved into crescents, "It's someone who wants to steal your girl."
Pei Heng also smiled, leaning back against the soft backrest of the chair, his posture lazy yet determined, "I can't pry it away."
He reached out his hand, took the well-behaved Shen Shi into his arms, and put his arm around his waist.
"You are mine."
In the previous life, we went through many twists and turns and were unable to be together. In this life, we were lost and found again, and we embraced each other tightly. If there is a next life, and the next life...
No matter how many times he reincarnates, he is certain that Shen Shi will only be his.
Tea and snacks play an important role in a date. Pei Heng focused on watching Chen Shi make matcha, and after taking a few sips, he continued to hug Chen Shi and chat with him casually.
Shen Shi leaned quietly in his arms, his fingertips circling the soft fur on Pei Heng's clothes.
Buzz buzz buzz——
It was the cell phone that Pei Heng placed on the table.
Pei Heng frowned somewhat dissatisfiedly, feeling lazy and not wanting to move.
Shen Shi chuckled and helped him get the phone.
The screen lit up, it was a group message.
[I have something to report to 306 and the non-staff hero]
[Zhou Jingming: Calling! Hot pot party in the dormitory tonight, coming or not?]
Zhou Jingming: Give me a definite answer quickly! Chen Yu and I are going to the supermarket to stock up on snacks!
Immediately afterwards, Chen Yu’s message also popped up.
Chen Yu: Bring some beef rolls on your way back. Zhou Jingming can finish three plates by himself.
【Ling Yue: Come.】
Huo Xiao (Far Away in the Army Version): Ugh. Ugh.
Pei Heng's displeasure at being disturbed also disappeared, and he smiled and sent an emoticon in reply.
He turned his head and turned the phone screen towards Shen Shi, resting his chin lightly on the top of his head, "Let's go back for hot pot?"
Shen Shi nodded simply, "Let's go."
[Pei Heng: Coming.]
[Pei Heng: Waiting.]
[Pei Heng: Cat carrying a big knife charges.jpg]
After they packed up their things, Chen Shi straightened Pei Heng's slightly crooked collar and tucked a piece of unruly hair behind his ear.
Pei Heng lowered his head to cooperate with his movements and stroked the corners of Shen Shi's eyes.
After leaving the refreshment room, Pei Heng took Shen Shi’s hand and put it in his coat pocket.
"It's a bit cold, let me warm you up." Pei Heng said, still puzzled, "Why are your hands always cold?"
Shen Shi smiled without saying anything, and gently hooked his fingertips in his pocket.
The two of them held hands, put their hands in the same pocket, and walked slowly towards the school dormitory area.
Passing by a fruit shop, Pei Heng even dragged Shen Shi in to buy several boxes of strawberries to relieve the greasiness of the hot pot. Passing by a convenience store, he went in and picked up a dozen iced cola and soy milk.
When they reached the bottom of the dormitory building, Pei Heng's hands were already full of bags, while Chen Shi was holding the box of strawberries and packaged mousse, looking like they had returned with a lot of things.
As soon as I reached the third floor, I heard Zhou Jingming's loud singing coming from dormitory 306, and the rich aroma of hot pot wafted out from the crack of the door.
Ling Yue was the first to hear the noise and came over to open the door.
"Young Master." Ling Yue took a bunch of things and walked in, picking up a strawberry and stuffing it into his mouth.
Zhou Jingming had a messy head of hair, a funny little bear apron on his head, and a pair of long chopsticks in his hand. "Finally you're here, hurry up! The pot is boiling, and we're waiting for you!"
Pei Heng handed over the heavy shopping bag in his hand, "Is that enough for you to eat three plates?"
Zhou Jingming took the bag, looked inside, and exclaimed exaggeratedly, "Wow! Boss Pei is so generous! I can eat my fill today!"
Shen Shi smiled and placed the strawberries and mousse on the table, "There are also fruits and desserts for after-meal."
Chen Yu started putting meat into the pot.
On the square table, the double-flavored hot pot was boiling with red oil and misty clear soup, and all around it were various hot pot dishes and dipping sauce bowls.
Pei Heng and Shen Shi took off their coats, washed their hands, and joined the battle.
Pei Heng was in charge of grabbing the meat, mainly what Zhou Jingming picked up with his chopsticks. Shen Shi was leisurely blanching the vegetables and mushrooms, and occasionally putting the blanched tender beef into Pei Heng's bowl.
"Pei hehe! I was the one who set my eyes on that piece of tripe first!"
"The quick hand gets the short end of the stick. Do you understand the rules?"
"Chen Shi! Look at him! He's stealing my meat again!"
“…”
"Chen Yu, come and help me! I can't win! I can't win at all!"
"...So you're stealing mine?"
Ling Yue said nothing and ate the meat silently. He also sent some photos of the hot pot to please a general who was far away in the army.
There was a lot of noise and laughter in the dormitory.
The hot steam blurred the young face, leaving only satisfied sighs and the sound of chopsticks colliding.
Outside the window, the sky gradually darkened and the street lights on campus lit up one after another.
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