Look closely. The man watching his own sister tug at his roommate’s swim trunks is Jiang Xiao. He has already broken down emotionally.
“It’s okay, it’s okay,”
As Jiang Xiao’s girlfriend, Song Qiuyu could only poke him with her finger, trying to bring him back to his senses.
But how could it be okay?
You see, a man’s swim trunks, though called swim trunks, aren’t that different from underwear. A modest girl would never casually pull at them.
Could it be that his sister is actually interested in Xie Zhuran, that stubbly-faced uncle?
Even though this “uncle” is only about two years older than Jiang Li, and the same age as him.
Jiang Xiao frowned deeply. The more he thought about it, the more he felt this matter had to be dealt with seriously. Previously, he thought there was no chance of sparks between them, so he let it go.
He was just afraid that if he meddled too much, it might create problems instead.
“Jiang Xiao, calm down!”
Song Qiuyu caught sight of Jiang Xiao’s expression and said hurriedly.
“I am calm right now.”
Jiang Xiao said, deceiving himself.
“Huh?”
Song Qiuyu quickly pressed down the person about to stand up. “I know you’re anxious, but don’t rush. Even if you don’t trust Lao Xie, you should trust your sister. Jiang Li is not someone easily fooled by men.”
They were all brothers and roommates. How could they not know that no matter how glamorous or reliable a roommate appeared on the outside, inside they were just those two letters.
Naturally, that included herself and Jiang Xiao.
Having the person you like pull at your pants leg—anyone would find that unbearable.
But luckily, it seemed Jiang Li was the one controlling the pace now.
Hearing this, Jiang Xiao calmed down a little.
That’s true. His sister had a better head on her shoulders, more mature and steady. She wouldn’t be tricked by Lao Xie.
Looking at Jiang Li now, her small hand gripping Xie Zhuran’s swim trunk leg tightened slightly. She pursed her lips demurely. “Is it not okay?”
Xie Zhuran stared at her small hand for a while, dazed. Remembering the words of the big-headed guy and the small-headed guy earlier, he took a deep breath and his heart sank.
He wondered if what they said was true or false. Did Jiang Li really prefer mature uncles?
“Forget it. Since Zhuran-ge is unwilling, I won’t force it.”
With that, Jiang Li let go of her hand, her face full of disappointment.
“It’s just a shame. The reason I decided to come to Hawaii was because I thought Zhuran-ge might be here.”
“…..”
Xie Zhuran’s mind went blank. He felt as if he had been gone for a long time, traveling through heaven.
Each word was like an angel’s falling feather, stirring ripples in his heart.
The intention she revealed was like a boulder, smashing his reason to pieces.
What was with this talk that sounded like deliberate seduction?
Could it be?
“I also picked out this swimsuit for a long time before deciding to buy it. Originally, I was really looking forward to swimming with Zhuran-ge.”
But Jiang Li seemed completely unaware, continuously throwing more boulders into his heart.
The voices on the beach began to fade. Xie Zhuran could only hear Jiang Li’s voice. His heart was filled, beating fast.
The final word “expectation” became the straw that broke the camel’s back.
If it were the old him, he would have called her “A Li,” “wife,” confessed his love, wishing he could marry her right now.
But good things came too fast, luck too good.
He only felt that everything was very unreal.
Thinking this, he suddenly calmed down, with an unprecedented calm, carrying a serene composure as if seeing through the world. “Sorry, I was too stubborn. Since you want to hear it, little sister, then I’ll say it.”
After these words, Jiang Li looked at him expectantly.
“A Li.”
Xie Zhuran was silent for two seconds before speaking.
“Say it again.”
Jiang Li blinked and moved a step closer.
“A Li.”
Xie Zhuran frowned slightly and took a step back.
“A few more times.”
Jiang Li’s smile widened, but she didn’t move closer.
“Come on, how many more times do you want me to say it?”
Xie Zhuran laughed in exasperation.
“Hehe.”
Jiang Li laughed heartily. “But doesn’t Zhuran-ge like me? Saying it a few more times just satisfies you, doesn’t it?”
“So you found out long ago.”
Xie Zhuran sighed.
Jiang Li smiled without speaking.
“So when did you find out?”
Xie Zhuran sighed again.
“I found out the first time we met.”
Jiang Li said frankly.
“I thought so.”
Xie Zhuran recalled what happened back then, somewhat moved. It was because she discovered his feelings that Jiang Li wanted to take advantage of him, right.
Luckily, he had passed the test.
“Zhuran-ge, can I ask you something?”
Jiang Li tilted her head.
Xie Zhuran looked up at her, and then he saw that her smile was still there, but the calm in her eyes was no longer as before, with a ripple stirring.
“You didn’t tell my brother about that thing, did you?”
“Because there was no need.”
Xie Zhuran’s gaze was firm.
“How could it be unnecessary? I care a lot about my image in my brother’s eyes.”
Jiang Li said lightly.
“So?”
Xie Zhuran shrugged.
“So, didn’t Zhuran-ge ever think of using it to threaten me into doing something?”
Jiang Li looked at him meaningfully.
“Threaten?”
Xie Zhuran was a bit confused.
“Mm, like threatening me to be your girlfriend.”
“Ah…”
Xie Zhuran finally understood, but he might have to disappoint her. He was not the kind of beast who would threaten his brother’s little sister!
“Then it’s even more unnecessary. A forced melon isn’t sweet. If you don’t like me, I won’t force you. I can find someone else. I think I look good enough; it’s not like I can’t find anyone who likes me.”
Hearing this, Jiang Li looked at Xie Zhuran thoughtfully for a couple of seconds, then chuckled lightly and seriously returned to the original topic.
“Zhuran-ge, can you play volleyball?”
“?”
Xie Zhuran was stunned.
Before he could think of how to reply, the girl in front of him left a “If you can play, then come help” and ran off in the direction the big-headed guy and small-headed guy had gone.
The girl’s pale yellow dress fluttered, and his heart fluttered with it.
The always cold and distant unreachable flower was no longer keeping distance from him. Now, it seemed she was actively reaching out her hand, actively releasing fragrance to attract him.
He had secretly loved this flower for half a year. It was hard not to be moved.
But he was afraid of being too impatient. After all, they were not like Lao Lin and Xia Qi, nor like Lao Jiang and Lao Lai…
The girl, still a high school student, was too dazzling for this “uncle.”
Jiang Li’s words echoed in his ears.
Xie Zhuran’s expression shifted.
To be honest, he didn’t know how to play volleyball.
He couldn’t before, he couldn’t now, but from now on… he would have to learn!
He frowned and was about to resolutely follow her, when suddenly his left shoulder was grabbed from behind. Turning his head, he saw the two faces he least wanted to see now, unexpectedly appearing behind him!
For a moment, Xie Zhuran’s heart trembled.
“Lao Jiang?”
“And Lao Song? How are you…?”
“What do you think?”
Jiang Xiao’s eyes narrowed.
Sensing the low pressure emanating from Jiang Xiao, Xie Zhuran suddenly felt great pressure.
Had they been eavesdropping all along?
Wasn’t that the end?
“Jiang Xiao, don’t be angry. Little sisters grow up and will eventually marry!”
Looking at her roommate and then her boyfriend, Song Qiuyu decisively elbowed her boyfriend’s arm and said.
“Xi’er, I’m not angry.”
Jiang Xiao stared straight at Xie Zhuran and said, “Lao Xie, my sister is still young. If you really want a girlfriend, I can help you find one.”
Maybe these words were cruel to Lao Xie, but his sister’s future was in a completely different world from Lao Xie’s.
Ending it now would be good for everyone.
Hearing this, Song Qiuyu’s expression turned strange. Help find a girlfriend? If Jiang Li really had feelings for Lao Xie, this would probably backfire.
But on the flip side, it would let Lao Xie give up completely.
Seeing it that way, it’s not bad.
Xie Zhuran, on the other hand, breathed a sigh of relief. Since Lao Jiang didn’t come at him swinging, it showed their brotherly bond was still strong.
If a brother tried to hook up with his sister, he would really teach him a lesson.
Even though he didn’t have a sister.
He glanced back at Jiang Li, who had already run far away, and tightened his hands. “Lao Jiang, A Li and the others are about to play a volleyball match. I need to go help. We can talk after the match.”
“Fine.”
Jiang Xiao thought for a moment and nodded slightly.
Seeing this, Xie Zhuran didn’t delay. He thanked Jiang Xiao and raced after Jiang Li, his mind already full of volleyball.
Watching his roommate chase after his little sister, Jiang Xiao’s frown deepened slowly. After careful consideration, he decided to follow.
As a brother, watching his sister play volleyball on the side shouldn’t be a problem, right?
Then, Song Qiuyu hugged one of his arms, pretending to be coquettish. “Jiang Xiao~”
“Xi’er, let’s go watch them play volleyball together.”
Jiang Xiao put away his displeasure toward his roommate and melted all his tenderness into a smile as he looked at his girlfriend beside him.
Looking, the girl’s upturned face showed a sweet smile.
Even more brilliant than the current sunlight.
“Okay, but before we watch the volleyball match, let’s go change into our swimsuits.”
She paused, lowered her voice, stood on tiptoe, and whispered mysteriously in his ear: “Jiang Xiao, I want you to help me change!”
Jiang Xiao’s ears turned slightly hot.
The volleyball match began.
Lin An and Xia Qi received a signal from Jiang Xiao, and then each brought a pack of spiced sunflower seeds, two coconuts with straws, and carried a stool. They sat on the sidelines, cracking seeds and drinking coconut water while watching.
“Not bad. Xie Zhuran really has some skills. How about we play a couple of rounds later?”
Xia Qi’s crossed leg swayed as she watched with great interest.
“So you’re going to play on the opposite side of me?”
Lin An raised an eyebrow and turned to look at his wife beside him, who was wearing a blue swimsuit, her two fair long legs swaying.
“Of course! Definitely on the opposite side. I’ll beat you until you’re crawling on the ground!”
Xia Qi said unceremoniously.
“Still holding a grudge, huh.”
Lin An sighed.
On their wedding night, when they were competing, they agreed on a rule. Whoever made a mistake in the future would have to stand by the door.
So that night, after scaring Xia Qi, he was kicked out of the room and almost stood at the door all night.
In the end, he used a little trick to successfully get back into bed.
Maybe Xia Qi was still a bit unhappy about that.
“No, I’m not holding a grudge. I just want to beat you to the ground.”
Xia Qi said so.
Lin An didn’t believe her.
During the chat, he casually glanced outward and caught sight of two familiar figures, one tall and one short, strolling on the beach chatting and laughing. The shorter one was often amused by the taller one. The two were clearly siblings, but anyone could sense a strange atmosphere.
“Xia Qi, you have better eyesight than me. Are those two people Lao Sang and Jiang Yu?”
“Huh?”
Xia Qi put down her coconut, looked in the direction Lin An was pointing, and then her eyes widened.
“That’s right! It’s them!”
Lin An frowned, feeling that these two were a bit ambiguous.
He wanted to watch more, but saw his wife beside him had already stood up and was loudly calling their names.
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