After a Failed Blind Date, a Rich Woman Tries to Get Into My Heart - Chapter 44

“If you’re not coming tonight, make sure to take safety measures.”

Ye Xinxin called a taxi, and before getting in, she teasingly told Su Lexuan, “I told you before, okay? I don’t want to be a godmother in my freshman year!”

The two had been best friends since middle school, closer than sisters. They had even promised each other that whoever had a baby first must make the other their child’s godmother.

By saying this in front of so many people, Ye Xinxin was indirectly acknowledging Shen Lang as part of their circle.

Being accepted by a girlfriend’s best friend was almost as important as being accepted by her parents.

Shen Lang nodded seriously and wrapped an arm around Su Lexuan’s waist. “Leave it to me. I’ll keep such a close eye on her that she won’t escape my sight!”

Su Lexuan felt a little embarrassed at first, but seeing Shen Lang’s serious expression, she couldn’t help but smile sweetly and tighten her grip on his hand.

Like most girls in their first relationship, Su Lexuan believed in every promise her boyfriend made. Even though Shen Lang’s words were practically meaningless, she loved hearing them and even hoped he would say more.

That’s why words that might sound cringey or cheesy to outsiders felt sweet and romantic to girls in love.

Because for first loves, girls invest themselves wholeheartedly, always dreaming of a future with their boyfriend.

In simple terms, it’s being love-struck.

Only after experiencing heartbreak do girls start being cautious about such promises.

“Hmm, looks like you’re teachable.”

Ye Xinxin nodded in satisfaction, then left with her two reluctant roommates in the taxi.

“Let’s go, to the parking lot.”

Shen Lang playfully swung Su Lexuan’s hand and asked expectantly, “How about we watch a midnight movie tonight?”

Su Lexuan had been enjoying the sweet moment, but when she heard “midnight movie,” she immediately became alert and narrowed her eyes.

“After the movie, are you planning to trick me into going to a hotel?”

These days, girls were sharp.

With so many relationship tips and online jokes, even the most innocent girl knew what watching a midnight movie with a guy usually implied.

“Trick you?!”

Shen Lang shamelessly defended himself. “This is called mutual attraction, a natural progression!”

“Ugh! You guys are all the same, always thinking about that!”

Su Lexuan’s cheeks turned red as she pouted, feeling conflicted.

She wasn’t completely clueless about these things. She had watched some “educational” movies with her best friend under the covers before, so she understood the basics.

But now that the situation was happening to her, she felt nervous and unsure.

“I-I can’t drink cold things today… And I didn’t bring my ID.”

She mumbled in a tiny voice, secretly observing Shen Lang’s reaction.

“Huh? Whoa, Su Lexuan!”

Shen Lang acted dramatically. “We’ve only known each other for a short time, and you’re already desperate for my body? As a girl, can’t you be a little more reserved?”

“Who—who’s desperate for your body?!”

Realizing she had walked into his trap, Su Lexuan’s face turned completely red. “You’re the one who brought it up first!”

Being misunderstood in such a way made her feel both shy and annoyed.

Her little tiger teeth showed as she spoke, making her look adorably fierce.

“Hahaha, fine, then I’m the one desperate for you.”

Shen Lang laughed at her reaction. “We’ll just watch the movie and then I’ll take you back to campus. How about that?”

“You’re so annoying!”

Su Lexuan huffed and pinched Shen Lang’s waist before leaning back against his arm, satisfied.

Since they decided to watch a midnight movie, they didn’t rush to the parking lot and instead strolled aimlessly through the bustling city streets.

They had dinner at Oriental Pearl City in the Pudong district earlier, and without realizing it, they wandered to Pearl Tower, one of the most famous landmarks in Jianghai City.

The towering structure stood by the Huangpu River, overlooking the city’s dazzling skyline.

By now, night had fallen, and the Oriental Pearl Tower was lit up, glowing like the brightest star in the sky.

Tourists and locals filled the area, enjoying the vibrant city life.

“Shen Lang, let’s take a picture together!”

Su Lexuan clung to Shen Lang’s arm, shaking it lightly—acting totally like a girlfriend.

“Sure.”

Shen Lang didn’t refuse.

Following Su Lexuan’s instructions, he held up her delicate hand and pointed the camera towards the glowing Pearl Tower.

Su Lexuan was pretty good at photography. In no time, she captured a romantic moment and saved it on her phone.

“How does it look?”

She showed the picture to Shen Lang, tilting her head up cutely, waiting for his compliment.

“Not bad. About 30% as good as my old photography skills.”

Shen Lang shrugged proudly.

“Hmph! Always bragging!”

Su Lexuan playfully rolled her eyes at him but smiled sweetly as she stared at the photo of their intertwined arms against the backdrop of the Pearl Tower.

Suddenly, a group of male students passed by, whispering in shock.

“Holy crap, that’s Su Lexuan…”

“No way… If that’s really her, then this guy must be her boyfriend?!”

Shen Lang noticed their reactions and curiously asked, “Are they from your class?”

For someone to have such a dramatic response, they were probably students from Zhuhai University.

After all, the girl in his arms was the official campus beauty, the “white moonlight” in the dreams of many male students.

“I don’t know. Ignore them.”

Su Lexuan didn’t care about their opinions.

She never wanted to be a campus beauty—that was a title these guys forced on her. It even led to a lot of unnecessary hate on social media.

“I see.”

Shen Lang glanced back.

The group of guys were staring at him with jealous, resentful expressions, as if he had stolen their girlfriend.

He paused for a second, then smirked.

Right in front of them, he suddenly leaned in and planted a loud kiss on Su Lexuan’s soft cheek, pulling her even closer into his embrace.

“Ahh! You’re so annoying!”

Su Lexuan squealed, embarrassed, but instead of pulling away, she cuddled up against him even more—like a pampered girlfriend soaking up the attention.

“Damn it!!”

The jealous guys behind them clenched their jaws so hard they almost cracked.