Chapter 227: This is the trick, right?
Happy moments are always short-lived.
During tutoring, an entire afternoon passed in the blink of an eye.
At around five in the afternoon, Ye Fan, his mouth dry and parched, stopped his explanation, took a big gulp of water, pulled out his phone to check the time, and said, "Xiao Xi, it's about time. I'll take you home."
"Wait a moment."
Compared to the beginning, Ning Xi now had a blanket over her legs. Her slender, jade-like legs and crystal-clear feet were exposed to the air, resembling a work of art—stunningly beautiful.
Her clear eyes carried a thoughtful expression, and with wisps of hair framing her exquisite profile, she exuded both purity and a hint of allure.
At this moment, she was writing rapidly on a sheet of draft paper in front of her. When she finished the last sentence, she let out a deep breath, raised her head, and her eyes shone with a crystalline light.
"Here, I've written it."
"What do you mean, 'here'?"
Ye Fan raised an eyebrow in dissatisfaction and said, "I'll give you one more chance to rephrase that properly."
"..."
Ning Xi was momentarily stunned, then quickly realized what he meant. A hint of reproach flashed in her eyes.
Suddenly, she smiled sweetly. "Big Brother, I've written it. Please take a look."
As she spoke, her naturally innocent eyes blinked slightly, their impact utterly devastating.
"Cough!"
Ye Fan felt a burning sensation in his throat and couldn't help but swallow his saliva, his expression growing rather odd.
This…
It was certainly satisfying!
But he could barely handle it!
"L-let me see."
Ye Fan pretended to be calm as he took the draft paper and started looking at it with a serious expression.
A sly glint flashed across Ning Xi's face.
So, you want me to call you 'Big Brother'?
Fine!
Today, I'll make sure you hear it to your heart's content!
Having made up her mind, she got up, walked around the coffee table, and sat beside Ye Fan. Wrapping her delicate arms around his right hand, she sweetly asked, "Big Brother, how is my writing?"
"I…"
"Big Brother, is it bad?"
"No…"
"Big Brother, just say what you really think. I have a strong heart."
"You…"
"Big Brother."
"Stop!"
There was no denying it—Ning Xi's natural way of acting spoiled was flawless. She perfectly embodied a little girl's charm, making it feel completely natural rather than forced, leaving only sweetness and adorableness.
The problem was that Ye Fan couldn't handle it!
Faced with Ning Xi in this state, how could he possibly concentrate on reading the draft paper? More importantly, this girl had no awareness of her own figure at all.
The astonishing softness pressing against his arm made Ye Fan's entire body stiffen. An involuntary restlessness stirred in his heart, scaring him so much that he quickly bit his tongue.
"Xiao Xi, let me finish reading first."
As he spoke, he tried to pull his right arm away. If this continued, he was truly afraid that he wouldn't be able to suppress the impulse rising within him.
However, before he could withdraw his arm, Ning Xi hugged it even tighter. She raised her delicate face, her expression aggrieved. "Big Brother, if there's something wrong, just criticize me. I'll definitely improve next time."
"..."
Great.
Now Ye Fan finally understood—this girl was doing it on purpose.
So, this is the game we're playing?
Fine, let's see who backs down first!
Ye Fan set down the draft paper, pried apart Ning Xi's hands, quickly freed his right arm, and then wrapped it around her slender waist. Not only that, but he applied a little pressure, pulling their shoulders tightly together.
He smiled at the clearly dazed Ning Xi, then leaned in close to her ear and blew gently, his deep voice carrying a hint of teasing. "Xiao Xi, how about we read it together?"
"You…"
Ning Xi jolted as if electrocuted and instantly escaped Ye Fan's grasp. Her fair face flushed red, and she glared at him in embarrassment and indignation. "If you keep doing this, I won't come to your house anymore. Why are you touching me?"
"Pfft!"
"..."
Ye Fan looked utterly helpless.
So, it's fine for the magistrate to start fires, but the common folk can't even light a lamp?
You were the one who started teasing me first!
But of course, Ye Fan could only complain in his heart. If he actually said it out loud, it would probably trigger a level-ten earthquake.
"My bad!"
As a man, one must learn to take the initiative to admit mistakes. Whether it's your fault or not, just admit it!
"Hmph!"
Ning Xi crossed her arms and turned her head away, pretending to be angry. "Hurry up and read. Once you're done, I'm going home."
Ye Fan secretly chuckled.
This trick always worked.
He picked up the draft paper again and spent about a minute reading the entire essay. After some brief contemplation, he picked up a pen from the coffee table and started making notes.
"Xiao Xi, the transition in the second paragraph is a bit abrupt, and the latter half of the third paragraph lacks coherence…"
"Got it. I'll keep these points in mind and try to avoid them tonight."
A few minutes later, Ning Xi folded the draft paper and held it in her hand. Pointing towards the door with her delicate fingers, she said, "Take me home?"
"Sure."
Such a wonderful task—Ye Fan was more than happy to oblige.
Twenty minutes later.
Under a willow tree outside the gate of the Haihuang Residential Complex.
Ye Fan stood behind Ning Xi, took the hairband from her hair, playfully ruffled her round little head, and smiled. "If your mom asks, don't let anything slip. If your dad hears about it, he'll definitely be very frustrated."
"Don't worry."
Ning Xi flashed a dazzling smile, turned around, and waved. "Be careful on your way back. Send me a message when you get home. See you tomorrow. Bye-bye!"
"See you tomorrow."
The wind stirred, making the willow branches sway gently. In the setting sun, a graceful figure in the distance became a picturesque scene filled with youthful memories.
Click—
Ye Fan captured this moment with his phone.
Even though he was still young, that didn't stop him from recording such beautiful moments. When he got old, he could look back on them whenever he wanted. That, too, was a form of happiness.
As Ning Xi completely disappeared from his sight, he finally withdrew his gaze, a slight melancholy welling up in his heart.
Youth is truly wonderful.
And because this period of life is so beautiful, he must make sure there are no regrets. Otherwise, he would regret it for a lifetime.
In his past life, Ye Fan had seen many unfulfilled stories. He had experienced them too and felt them deeply.
So…
In this life, he would live freely and love without restraint.
......
The following days passed rather uneventfully—at least for most students.
For Ye Fan, however, every day was filled with happiness and fulfillment.
Reading, helping Ning Xi with tutoring, teasing this little girl from time to time—life couldn't be better.
This routine continued until the day before the third nationwide mock exam.
Under the scorching midday sun, the temperature in the classroom felt stifling.
As the days grew hotter, the students' clothing became lighter.
Summer was, without a doubt, the favorite season for boys.
Inside the science track's Class Two classroom…
Ning Xi finished the food in her lunchbox and reached out her small hand towards Ye Fan.
"Give it to me. I'll wash it for you."
Without a word, Ye Fan expressed his stance with actions—he snatched the lunchbox from Ning Xi's hands, knocked on the table, and said, "You were dozing off during the third class. You must've slept too late last night. Take a nap."
Things like this—he could handle them just fine.
"…Mhm, thanks."
Ning Xi obediently laid her head down on the desk, her eyes slowly closing.
As Ye Fan left, the girl's long eyelashes fluttered slightly, and the corners of her lips curved into a subtle smile, dimples faintly appearing.
The wind was gentle, the flowers were romantic, and a certain someone was very special…
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