Since Ning Chuxue had just transferred schools, her uniform still wasn’t ready, so she wore her own clothes.
This time she dressed simply. On top, she wore a light purple short-sleeve shirt paired with a yellow jacket; on the bottom, dark green wide-leg pants.
Three different colors, yet they matched unexpectedly well on Ning Chuxue.
Especially the wide-leg pants, which made Ning Chuxue look even shorter.
Mu Wannuo had just finished dealing with the dishes.
“Xiao Kelian, do you have enough clothes?”
Seeing Ning Chuxue’s outfit, Mu Wannuo thought she must be running out of clothes in her wardrobe.
It wasn’t that Mu Wannuo was overthinking.
Because Ning Chuxue’s daily outfits were almost always those few everyday clothes.
And she wore each set for at least a few days, only changing to the next when it was time to wash.
Except occasionally, she would suddenly feel inspired and wear some small skirts or something.
‘If only Xiao Kelian could let loose a bit and wear some cute clothes.’
Mu Wannuo said to herself in disappointment.
When going out, she still dressed as plainly as now.
To be honest, Mu Wannuo didn’t want outsiders to see Ning Chuxue’s cute side.
Beautiful things should only be appreciated by oneself—that’s the right way.
That was Mu Wannuo’s philosophy.
“Yes, I do, but those clothes are too weird, so I just grabbed a random one.”
Seeing that Mu Wannuo didn’t continue to press about her injury or act like she was a pervert, Ning Chuxue breathed a sigh of relief.
At the same time, she inwardly felt relieved.
‘Looks like I wasn’t found out. That’s great…’
“If you don’t have clothes, tell Sister. Don’t make things hard on yourself.”
Mu Wannuo intimately stroked her head, without any trace of her earlier probing demeanor.
“I know, I’ll definitely treat myself well!”
Feeling the warmth from Mu Wannuo’s palm, she froze for a moment, then suddenly realized—she was willing to touch me. Didn’t that mean Mu Wannuo hadn’t discovered her desire for her?
Thinking this, Ning Chuxue let Mu Wannuo touch her as she pleased until she was satisfied.
After a while, Mu Wannuo satisfiedly withdrew her hand.
“Xiao Kelian, wait for me outside the door. I’ll change and then we’ll go.”
“Okay~”
Ning Chuxue replied sweetly, then walked toward the living room door.
Mu Wannuo smiled slightly and also left, heading to her own bedroom.
Ning Chuxue opened the white, imposing living room door, and blinding sunlight immediately shone in.
It stung so much that Ning Chuxue couldn’t open her eyes.
With great effort, she finally overcame the direct sunlight and slowly opened her eyes.
Her gray eyebrows seemed to sparkle under the direct sunlight.
Although the sunlight was harsh, the temperature was just right—neither cold nor hot.
Ning Chuxue looked around, wanting to find a place to sit.
Finally, she saw a fixed swing between two trees close to her left.
So Ning Chuxue walked over, sat on the swing, and swung to pass the time.
Ning Chuxue really liked this calm, carefree life.
Of course, she also knew that without her three older sisters, she wouldn’t have this kind of life.
Thinking this, Ning Chuxue suddenly had a realization.
‘How could Mu Wannuo, who is so patient with me, change her love for me because of a momentary mistake?’
“In other words, what happened in the bathroom was me entertaining myself from start to finish?”
Now that she calmed down and thought carefully, it really seemed to be the case.
Mu Wannuo had never gotten angry at her for her offense; it was only Ning Chuxue who cared so much.
She had always seen the love of her sisters throughout.
But she always felt that this “love” was a little off.
On the surface, it seemed sweet, but for some reason, she always felt uneasy.
“Maybe I’m overthinking?”
Shaking her head, Ning Chuxue stopped thinking about it.
“Maybe it’s just an illusion. After all, they said my illness is strange, so having hallucinations seems reasonable.”
Ning Chuxue completely relaxed and silently made a decision: she must work hard to keep up with her sisters.
Her future goal became completely clear.
To become excellent and then repay her three sisters.
At the very least, she wanted to be able to help them.
***
“Xiao Kelian, ready to go.”
After a while, Mu Wannuo finished changing and came out of the living room.
Hearing the voice, Ning Chuxue’s attention returned to reality, and she saw Mu Wannuo standing at the door.
Perhaps it was due to her earlier thoughts that Ning Chuxue’s mood subconsciously shifted.
She held the two ropes of the swing with both hands; the swing was still rocking back and forth, but with a small amplitude.
Ning Chuxue subconsciously tilted her head, squinted her eyes, and smiled.
“Sister Mu Wan, you look really good today.”
Her long hair reached the level of the swing’s seat.
The sunlight shone on her hair, passing through her white strands.
At that moment, she seemed to have an extra layer of holy radiance.
Mu Wannuo was stunned.
This scene was a bit beyond her expectations.
‘The Ning Chuxue who was shy a second ago is now actively complimenting me on being good-looking?’
‘Isn’t the change too drastic?’
She didn’t know about Ning Chuxue’s self-persuasion just now, so she had deep doubts about Ning Chuxue’s current state.
“Chuxue, are you okay?”
Looking at Ning Chuxue, who seemed like a girl next door, Mu Wannuo was very suspicious.
Ning Chuxue used her foot to stop the swinging swing, then jumped off and walked over to Mu Wannuo.
“What could be wrong with me? I just feel that Sister Mu Wan has always been good to me.”
After hearing her words, Mu Wannuo felt her heart skip a beat.
Ning Chuxue didn’t notice and added, “And Sister Wen Ya, Sister Ruqing.”
The good mood that had just been elevated in Mu Wannuo was instantly doused.
She had fantasized that Ning Chuxue had some “other” thoughts, but in the end, it was just a speech of gratitude.
After experiencing this huge letdown, Mu Wannuo felt empty inside, filled with a strong sense of disappointment.
It was like learning you won the lottery one second, only to realize you misread the numbers the next.
But Mu Wannuo wasn’t sad either—at least Ning Chuxue was complimenting her, wasn’t she?
She stuffed the car keys in her pocket, freeing one hand to take Ning Chuxue’s.
“Xiao Kelian, always stay safe.”
Saying this, Mu Wannuo’s hand tightened, as if something had been activated.
“I won’t get into any trouble.”
Suddenly feeling the care, Ning Chuxue was a bit uncomfortable; the hand being held hurt, but she automatically ignored it.
Ning Chuxue knew herself well.
If someone gave her a peeled banana, she would be grateful, but after saying “thank you,” she would naturally accept the kindness.
But if someone said caring words to her directly, especially when that person was family, she would become at a loss.
Just like now.
Ning Chuxue struggled inwardly for a few moments, stammering without knowing what to say, and finally her voice was barely like a mosquito’s wings:
“Stop it! Let’s go to school first…”