Chapter 92: The School Belle’s Wet Plan

By the time the sun set in the afternoon, it was already around six in the evening.

After Fang Zhou finished discussing the cooperation details with the sponsor, he lay on the bed and slept for two hours. When he woke up, it was already late.

At that moment, Aunt Wei knocked on the door from outside.

“Boss Fang, dinner is ready!”

“Ah, alright, I’ll be right there!”

Fang Zhou responded, rubbing his head, finally feeling that he had caught up on the sleep he missed the previous night.

He groggily opened the door, his hair a mess, and headed out to see what Aunt Wei had cooked today.

When he reached the dining room, he saw a green figure, instantly waking up.

“Why are you still here?”

Fang Zhou blurted out, surprised to see Chu Xinran, his eyes full of confusion.

Wasn’t she supposed to leave after two hours of tutoring?

He had even taken a nap to avoid her, yet she was still in his house!

Hearing Fang Zhou’s surprised question, Chu Xinran’s previously natural expression immediately turned somewhat aggrieved.

She stood up from her seat and said softly, “I really should be going. Staying here is too much trouble for you all.”

Fang Zhou nodded, thinking: That’s right, having an ex-girlfriend stay in my house is not appropriate!

Unfortunately, just as Chu Xinran stood up, she was pulled back by Fang Wenjing.

The girl glared at Fang Zhou, displeased with his behavior of sending off their guest.

“I asked Sister Xinran to stay for dinner. I think she worked hard tutoring me today.”

“Brother, didn’t you teach me to have a grateful heart?”

Fang Wenjing raised her voice intentionally, speaking with reason, leaving Fang Zhou stunned.

Wow, the boomerang really hit me back?

“Jingjing, it’s okay. I should leave. It’s not appropriate for me to stay while you all have dinner.”

Chu Xinran said gently to Fang Wenjing, like a considerate elder sister.

“Oh, it’s perfectly fine! How could it not be? We’re all young people, let’s chat together!”

“We haven’t had such a pretty sister visit in a long time, right, brother!”

Before Fang Zhou could speak, he was glared at by his sister again, signaling him to speak properly and ensure Chu Xinran stayed for dinner.

Never did he expect his sister to be so assertive, making Fang Zhou feel uneasy.

Could it be that my sister is trying to match me with Chu Xinran?

She seems particularly stubborn about this matter.

But with Chu Xinran here, Fang Zhou couldn’t be too blunt. He would have to talk to her after she left.

“*Cough cough!* Yes, alright, stay and have dinner before you go.”

Since his sister insisted so much, it wouldn’t be good to send their guest away, and his sister might find his behavior odd.

Chu Xinran smiled faintly, nodding to Fang Zhou.

“Thank you, I’ll stay then.”

She seemed in a good mood, chatting and laughing with Fang Wenjing, not sparing Fang Zhou a glance.

Fang Zhou even wondered if Chu Xinran’s visit today was really just a coincidence, and not aimed at him.

Aunt Wei brought the dishes to the table.

Pickled fish, dry pot shrimp, cumin cauliflower, and a bowl of tomato egg soup.

Three dishes and one soup, looking and smelling delicious.

The four sat down to eat.

Fang Wenjing, who appeared to be a socially anxious child, was actually a social expert, not only good at talking but also keenly observant.

For example, after knowing Chu Xinran for just a few hours, she had already found out about her family, hobbies, and more.

Of course, part of it was due to Chu Xinran intentionally revealing it, otherwise, she wouldn’t have shared so much.

Despite her pure appearance, Chu Xinran was also cautious.

Fang Zhou quietly listened, saying nothing, still puzzled why his eloquent sister aspired to be a painter.

She seemed suitable for language-related or sales jobs.

Finally, when Fang Wenjing asked about Chu Xinran’s romantic experiences, Fang Zhou choked.

“*Cough cough cough cough!*”

A grain of rice went down his windpipe, making him very uncomfortable. He turned and patted his chest hard to expel it.

The other three at the table were startled by Fang Zhou, his face quickly turning red and his expression twisted.

Aunt Wei sighed, “Oh dear, don’t eat so fast!”

She prepared to get up and pat his back.

But someone moved faster.

Chu Xinran stood up, quickly walked behind Fang Zhou, and gave him two strong pats on the back.

Those pats were so forceful that one might think she was venting her anger if they didn’t know she was helping.

Fang Zhou felt his back hurt a bit from the pats, but fortunately, the grain of rice was coughed out.

He felt tears from choking, it was so uncomfortable.

“Brother, are you okay?”

His sister’s concerned voice came from behind.

“I’m fine, don’t worry.”

Fang Zhou waved his hand, finally looking up to thank Chu Xinran after a while.

“Thank you, really. I would’ve choked to death otherwise.”

His sincere, unfiltered tone made Chu Xinran smile.

“It’s nothing, just a small effort.”

“Would you like some water?”

She asked while reaching for the kettle to pour him water.

Fang Zhou quickly tried to stop her.

“No, no, you sit down, I’ll…”

Before he could finish, Chu Xinran had already grabbed the kettle with one hand and a cup with the other.

Because Fang Zhou turned too quickly, he bumped into her hand, causing water to spill, soaking both of their clothes.

“Ah! Sorry, I didn’t hold it steady.”

Chu Xinran quickly put down the kettle, full of apologies to Fang Zhou.

Her face was full of panic, as if afraid Fang Zhou would be angry.

Fang Zhou only felt a chill in his chest, his front soaked. Seeing Chu Xinran’s similar state, he couldn’t blame her, especially with his sister’s support.

“It’s not your fault, Sister Xinran. It’s my brother who’s too clumsy.”

Fang Wenjing glared at Fang Zhou, puzzled by his unusual impatience today.

In front of such a pretty sister, he didn’t know how to behave and even got her clothes wet. How annoying.

“I… I’ll go change my clothes first.”

Chu Xinran’s clothes were also soaked, the black underneath showing faintly through the wet patches. She turned to face the white wall, covering her chest, feeling very embarrassed.

Fang Zhou wouldn’t let her leave like this, speaking softly, “You should change your clothes before you go.”

Hearing Fang Zhou’s words, Chu Xinran’s embarrassment turned into a faint smile.

Success, these naive siblings are easy to handle.