Chapter 116: Chapter 80: Don’t Stuff It in My Mouth So Hard

“By the way, why did you praise my image in front of so many people?”

After she lost her composure, Chen Yuan had to coax her for quite a while before the color finally returned to Jiangg Ning’s face. She was sick, after all.

He could understand why she was in a bad mood.

Or maybe… it was just that time of the month when women get irritable. In any case, Jiangg Ning wasn’t her usual self this afternoon.

Chen Yuan knew that Jiangg Ning wasn’t the type to act unreasonably for no reason, but he just couldn’t figure out what was wrong.

He could only chalk it up to her not feeling well physically.

Once the atmosphere in the office had calmed down again, Chen Yuan asked his question.

“I was just telling the truth. We need to encourage students to participate in activities, and you’re a part of this community too.”

“So you’re saying, Ningning, you really think I’m…”

“Don’t doubt it. I really was calling you handsome, okay?”

Jiangg Ning gave him a look that was half a smile, half a smirk.

As long as her sister didn’t come up when they were together, she was actually more than willing to say sweet things to Chen Yuan.

But the moment she thought of Jiangg Yao, her whole body would tense up. The feeling of being betrayed by the person she trusted most… it was an awful taste to stomach.

It used to be that just seeing Liu Tingyue get a little close to Chen Yuan would make her heart clench. She never imagined Jiangg Yao would dare to do something so absurd.

’It’s simply incomprehensible!’

She was both disgusted and shocked.

’This is so childish. Jiangg Yao, do you really think that after you got intimate with Chen Yuan, I would be so hurt that I’d just back out when you revealed it?’

’That’s impossible!’

’I’m twenty-six years old. This is the only time I’ve ever truly fallen for someone, and I’ve given it so much serious thought. This isn’t just some game to me.’

’Your sister isn’t going to back down, and I certainly won’t let your little scheme succeed. You don’t understand what love is. You just treat it like a child’s game of house, not understanding that loving someone means not only happiness but also taking on the responsibilities of a girlfriend.’

’After I back out, do you think you can just dump Chen Yuan and go back to how things were, having your sister all to yourself again?’

’I can understand your unwillingness to share, but I can’t respect it.’

’Everyone has to build their own family in the future!’

’I have to get married someday, and so do you.’

Over the past few hours, Jiangg Ning had run through various scenarios, thoroughly analyzing Jiangg Yao’s motives. There were three main possibilities:

First, she wanted to have her sister all to herself.

Second, just like when they were kids, she had to snatch away anything her sister had.

Third, this was her way of retaliating, because she loved her sister too much.

Jiangg Ning felt her analysis was flawless. She had once taken an interest in psychology and studied it for a while, focusing especially on twins.

Various scientific studies and investigations had found that almost all identical twins don’t see themselves as separate individuals.

Everything in their lives had to be equal to their twin’s, or they would experience a strong sense of psychological imbalance.

There were even biological research reports and papers published by some scholars on the topic.

And so, Jiangg Ning’s line of thinking—that her sister saw Chen Yuan as nothing more than an object to be fought over—made all her motives crystal clear.

’My sister’s love has turned to hate!’

This wasn’t Jiangg Ning being overconfident.

It had been like this since they were little. It wasn’t the first time Jiangg Yao had snuck into her sister’s room in the middle of the night to steal a gift that was different from hers.

She just always felt that her sister’s things were better than her own.

Right now, Jiangg Ning stared at Chen Yuan for a long moment.

Her affection for him had undoubtedly been skyrocketing recently.

Beyond the fluttering in her heart, she also liked Chen Yuan’s looks, his height, his values, his personality—he was impeccable in every way. He was the perfect man she had carefully considered and waited over twenty years for.

’Give him up?’

’I’ve given in to my foolish little sister countless times. But this time!’

She would not give in.

When she had visited Ms. Qin, she’d even asked about what it would take to start a business in Lanjing. She was already preparing to resign. Jiangg Ning had even changed her long-held stance of not openly confronting her mother for the sake of family harmony.

She had been fighting so hard for this pure love, something so rare in this day and age.

After learning how popular Chen Yuan was, Jiangg Ning had become even more direct with her affection, afraid someone else would snatch him away.

Who would have thought… So much for guarding against outsiders when the thief is one of your own.

Jiangg Ning’s hands clenched into fists in anger.

“Drink your medicine. It’s warm now, not too hot.”

Just as her irritation was becoming unbearable, Chen Yuan’s gentle voice sounded in her ear, instantly soothing her inner turmoil.

She let out a deep breath, the coldness on her face melting away.

’Drink up!’

But just as she took the cup and her gaze fell upon the fine bubbles swirling inside from being stirred…

She froze for a second, then looked up.

Just in time to see Chen Yuan smiling gently.

At that moment, Jiangg Ning’s mind went blank. She suddenly wondered if this was some arsenic-laced poison prepared for her by “Chen Jinlian” and “Ximen Yao.”

His careful reminder just now seemed to transform into a sinister, “Ning, my dear, time for your medicine!”

Jiangg Ning’s chaotic imagination ran wild, and she shuddered, quickly shaking her head to clear the strange thoughts from her mind.

She took small sips and finished the medicine. It wasn’t scalding, but it was very hot, and a comforting warmth spread through her stomach. The steam seemed to clear her stuffy nose a bit.

Her groggy head also felt a little better.

She drank it all, down to the last drop.

Just as she was about to put the cup down, Chen Yuan suddenly pulled a lollipop from his pocket, deftly tore open the wrapper, and held it to her lips.

Caught off guard, Jiangg Ning leaned her head back slightly, her eyes falling on the crystalline candy just inches away.

“Here, for you,” Chen Yuan said, wiggling the lollipop.

She never in a million years would have thought that besides bringing her medicine, Chen Yuan would also think to bring a sweet to chase away the bitter taste.

’He’s so thoughtful.’

It was the first time Jiangg Ning had ever experienced being cared for like a little kid. She felt a bit embarrassed and averted her gaze.

“Why aren’t you eating it? Hurry up and pop it in your mouth.”

“What flavor is it…” she asked in a small voice.

“Lychee.”

“Oh, that’s okay then.” Jiangg Ning pursed her lips, then shyly parted her crimson lips. Her tongue pressed down, revealing pearly white teeth. A glistening thread of saliva stretched and then snapped, disappearing.

Chen Yuan then stuck his lollipop into Jiangg’s mouth.

“Mmph~”

Perhaps his movement wasn’t gentle enough, as Jiangg Ning furrowed her delicate brows from the jab. “Why so rough?”

“My bad, sorry.”

The lychee lollipop was delicious. The sweetness in her mouth instantly washed away the bitter taste of the medicine. Jiangg Ning couldn’t remember how many years it had been since she’d last eaten one; it felt quite novel.

She pushed the candy into her left cheek, the stick poking out from the corner of her lips.

It was as if she was remembering a moment from long ago, when she had secretly eaten one behind Jiangg Ruxue’s back. After seeing countless classmates with lollipops, she had wanted to try one too. So, she’d deliberately left for school a few minutes early to buy one, only to be spotted by the driver waiting at the gate.

The driver hadn’t said anything, just pretended not to see.

In the back seat of the car, Jiangg Ning got her wish and ate the lollipop. She was only eight years old then.

Pressing the button for the rear window… she watched the scenery fly by outside as the wind tangled her hair. That small moment of happiness had filled her with immense satisfaction.

Now, after so many years, that feeling returned to her heart, brought to her by a boy eight years her junior.

Jiangg Ning subtly turned and glanced at Chen Yuan.

If affection could be displayed like in a video game, a series of “+1 +1” would surely be popping up over her head.

“Since the school administration is taking this so seriously, I’ll give it my all and try to make the event a success,” Chen Yuan suddenly said, full of determination. “After all, it’s the first major event since you took over the Youth League Committee.”

“Hearing you say that, I suddenly don’t feel like I’m fighting this battle alone anymore. I feel very reassured.” Jiangg Ning smiled and stood up. “By the way, I bought you a scarf. The temperature is supposed to drop again soon.”

“A scarf?”

“Try it on and see if it fits. I think it really suits your style.”

She took an exquisitely wrapped gift box from a nearby cabinet, placed it in front of Chen Yuan, and pulled the ribbon on the bow.

Chen Yuan’s eyes lit up. The legendary “scarf from a girlfriend”—he was finally lucky enough to experience it.

“Not bad, right?”

Jiangg Ning took out a light-colored scarf. It was so long it almost touched the floor. She had him feel the especially soft fabric, seeming very pleased with her own taste.

“It looks really comfortable, but I don’t know how to tie one. I’ve never worn one before.”

“I’ll help you.”

Jiangg Ning stood on her tiptoes and wrapped the scarf around the back of his neck. After looping it once, she smoothed out the folds, her warm, soft hands careful and nimble. She crossed the two ends, brought them to his chest, and then popped his collar.

Looking at his reflection, which now had an inexplicable artistic air, Chen Yuan tilted his head.

“It looks amazing! My taste in scarves is impeccable!” Jiangg Ning’s beautiful eyes sparkled as she stared at him and praised herself wholeheartedly.

She was tired of styling herself; now that she had a boyfriend to work on, the feeling was just too good to be true.

Jiangg Ning had thought about it before—if she got a boyfriend, how she would style his outfits.

’Make him match my tastes perfectly at all times. That way, when I’m in a bad mood, one look at him will be enough to make me forget all my troubles.’

’This is so much fun—dating is so much fun!’

Jiangg Ning thought to herself, clicking her tongue in approval.

“It’s a little itchy,” Chen Yuan said, unable to resist scratching his neck.

“It’s your first time wearing one. It won’t be itchy once you get used to it. Even though I didn’t knit it myself, it’s still a small token of my affection. I hope that Chen Yuan… no, I hope that you won’t be cold this winter, sweetie,” she said reservedly, her pretty face blushing slightly.

“I feel the affection. It’s very warm,” Chen Yuan said, winking at her. “I’ll get going then.”

“Okay, I’ll get back to work.”

CLACK—

The door closed.

The office, which had been sickeningly sweet just a moment ago, returned to silence.

Jiangg Ning sank onto the sofa in relief. He was gone, but she was still savoring the flutter in her heart from a moment ago.

She held the lollipop stick, twirling the candy in her mouth. After a moment, she pulled it out and held it up to the sunlight. Coated in a slick layer of saliva, the lollipop looked like an impure crystal.

Jiangg Ning stuck out her tongue and, squinting, gave it a hard lick.

Then, she shoved the lollipop back into her mouth and crushed it to pieces with her teeth, as if it weren’t candy she was biting down on.

But Jiangg Yao.

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