The pain in Ning Chu's lower abdomen was gradually getting worse.
He lay on the desk, yawning, and half-heartedly chatted with Han Jingye.
The pain in his stomach made it impossible for him to focus on reading, but he didn't want to leave either.
Fortunately, Han Jingye seemed to be idle today, and the two of them ended up chatting casually.
It was the first time Ning Chu had encountered such an approachable counselor.
However, Wen Yang seemed to have some minor complaints.
"Why are you always chatting with him?"
"I'm bored..."
Wen Yang frowned.
Ning Chu didn't bother to hide his phone screen, so Wen Yang could clearly see their conversation.
Although it all seemed normal, he couldn't help but feel an inexplicable surge of jealousy.
Why was it that Ning Chu didn't allow him to interact with other girls, yet Ning Chu could chat so happily with another man?
Wait, Ning Chu was also a guy? Oh, never mind then.
Wen Yang opened his mouth but held back what he wanted to say, only able to watch Ning Chu continue chatting.
A whiff of perfume drifted by, and Wen Yang instinctively looked up to see a girl in a long dress sitting across from him at the table.
It was someone familiar.
Compared to many girls who dressed boldly and revealingly, the succubus Lily was always in a modest, simple long dress that covered her completely, leaving only her slender, fair arms exposed.
This conservative, reserved act is a strong sense of contrast with her race reputation, which made her even more alluring...
Ning Chu also noticed Lily's arrival.
He frowned, his gaze fixed on her, his guard raised to the highest level.
This succubus! She's a plot character!
Since this was a public space, he couldn't just chase her away.
Instead, he grabbed Wen Yang's arm. "Let's go, let's change seats."
However, a quick scan of the reading area revealed no empty spots left.
Wen Yang could only look at him helplessly.
"Then should we go back?"
"Do we have to? It's like you've seen a ghost."
Ning Chu pursed his lips, casting another cautious glance at the succubus.
Compared to other female supporting characters who were always eager for intimate moments with the protagonist, Lily was more passive.
Not only was her personality passive, but her related plotline also required Wen Yang to take the initiative.
In the story, the experienced protagonist grew curious about the cold, indifferent succubus who never paid him any attention.
After a few teasing attempts, he discovered the lust hidden within her, and through a series of increasingly daring encounters, he shaped her into a proper succubus.
As for the current Wen Yang, he might be curious, but he likely didn't have the guts to tease Lily.
However, Ning Chu wasn't just trying to derail the plot; he was trying to avoid triggering it entirely.
"Let's go!" Ning Chu said more firmly, tugging Wen Yang to his feet. "Let's go back and play games, or borrow some books to read at the dorm."
Wen Yang looked visibly displeased, his brows tightly knitted.
When Ning Chu noticed this reaction, he felt like he could almost hear the "Favorability -10" notification sound, causing a small, triumphant smile to form on his lips.
A few more moments of irritation like this, and maybe their friendship would never turn into love!
And more aggressively shutting down potential plot triggers could help him maintain his current gender!
He glanced back at Lily, only to find the succubus showing rare signs of curiosity, watching him and Wen Yang.
His heart tightened, and he quickened his pace, dragging Wen Yang along.
Once outside the library, Ning Chu finally relaxed a bit.
He turned around and apologized sincerely, "Wen Yang, she's a succubus. I'm just worried about..."
Although Ning Chu needed to lower Wen Yang's favorability, he also needed to strike a balance to avoid completely falling out with him.
Wen Yang nodded lifelessly.
Ning Chu cautiously observed Wen Yang's expression. "Are you mad? I was really just looking out for you!"
"A little."
"..."
Seeing Ning Chu fall silent, Wen Yang suddenly smiled warmly.
He reached out, gently rubbing Ning Chu's head as he said with a smile, "Just kidding."
Wen Yang's warm hand rested on Ning Chu's head, lightly massaging his hair and scalp.
There wasn't anything particularly special about the sensation, yet an inexplicable sense of joy arose from within.
The anxiety from his stomachache and the tension from encountering Lily gradually eased under the gentle touch, even softening his entire body.
"I mean, you made it look like she did something horrible in public, making you avoid her like that," Wen Yang laughed as he watched Ning Chu's eyes narrow in pleasure, his head gently nudging into Wen Yang's palm like a cat. "It's kinda rude."
So Wen Yang's earlier displeasure wasn't about Ning Chu's increasing control over him but about this?
"Have you had enough of this?"
Suddenly snapping out of his pleasant daze, Ning Chu slapped Wen Yang's hand away, retorting irritably, "I get it! Next time, I'll tell you quietly!"
"And stop touching my head! If I stay 1.6 meters tall, it's all your fault!!"
Besides, a man's pride doesn't allow him to enjoy having his head petted by anyone! Not even his parents!
Clearly agitated, he stormed off towards the dorms, muttering to himself.
He really thought Wen Yang's affection for him would finally drop a bit!
And here he was, getting happy over nothing!
Wen Yang leisurely followed behind Ning Chu, occasionally glancing down at his wrist, which had been grabbed by Ning Chu several times today.
His smile grew even more pronounced.
This past week, Ning Chu had become increasingly attached to him.
Wen Yang had initially worried that it was just his imagination, but it was now quite obvious.
Ning Chu was into him!
Just look at how he reacted just now!
And the way he'd been more and more strict lately about keeping him away from other girls—it clearly showed Ning Chu's deepening affection.
So when was Ning Chu finally going to come clean about his real gender?
He eyed Ning Chu's slightly swaying hips, trying to catch any telltale signs of a hidden pad.
But he found nothing.
He'd probably have to check Ning Chu's wardrobe or drawers, but that seemed too creepy and would risk Ning Chu's ire.
"Wen Yang." Ning Chu suddenly turned back, looking uneasy. "You're not interested in Lily, are you?"
"Her? She has issues too?"
Actually, not at all!
Although Lily's nature as a succubus made her easily tempted to join in on sexual activities, the story set her up as a pure-hearted ice queen who was quite reserved.
"No, I was just asking." Ning Chu tried to brush it off. "I just thought that since she's a succubus, if you liked her, you'd probably end up getting cheated on."
"After all, you know the reputation succubi have... Remember that club president who hosted a party at that villa? She was a succubus too, right?"
Wen Yang nodded. "I'm not interested. Don't worry."
"Whether you get duped or not is your business, not mine."
"Yeah, yeah, right."
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