When the female supporting role has a beauty system

Chapter 1361 Unrequited Love 15
Zhou Jinxu accepted Xu Yanzhen's praise and touched the pink cup in Xu Yanzhen's hand: "Thank you for the compliment, but I'm not as good as you see."

Xu Yanzhen asked without hesitation: "Did you break the law? Did you do anything immoral?"

Zhou Jinxu shook his head: "Of course not, it's all just pure business competition tactics."

Xu Yanzhen smiled gently: "That's enough. Everyone has their dark side, and so do I. I understand. We've met twice, and in my eyes you're a very good person."

"A gentleman, elegant, polite, restrained, and emotionally stable person is a friend worth associating with."

Zhou Jinxu pretended not to hear the word "friend," and the smile in his eyes deepened: "It is my honor to receive such high praise from Yanzhen."

Xu Yanzhen pinched her earlobe; she felt a little uncomfortable being addressed by her name like that. Few people called her that; everyone usually called her Teacher Xu.

But seeing Zhou Jinxu's calm expression and Xu Yanzhen's disdain for her, could it be that she was really overthinking things?
Or is it because she's been single for so long that she assumes every man she meets is interested in her? No way, narcissism is a disease, and it needs to be cured!
"You already gave me a housewarming gift today, I can't accept this one." Xu Yanzhen only remembered the hair clip Zhou Jinxu had given her after the pastries had already been put into the oven.

She tried to take the hair clip off, but Zhou Jinxu held her forearm down.

"If Yanzhen feels bad about it, why don't you give this cup to me?" He pointed to the starry sky cup next to him: "I really like this cup."

Xu Yanzhen pursed her lips, feeling a little embarrassed for taking advantage of the other person: "This cup was made by myself, and it didn't cost much. The hair clip you gave me looks very expensive."

"I can't take advantage of you like that."

Zhou Jinxu silently summarized for Xu Yanzhen: she has a sense of boundaries, is particularly self-loving, doesn't think about taking from others, and values ​​fairness in her interactions with friends.

"To me, it's just a product manufactured on an industrial assembly line; it didn't take much of my effort to make it."

When it comes to persuasion, Zhou Jinxu is also a professional. He pressed on, saying, "But this cup is something you really put your heart into making. In my opinion, the sentiment is more important than the money."

"If Yanzhen feels bad about it, just treat me to a meal sometime."

Xu Yanzhen was amused, and a shallow dimple appeared on her cheek: "In truth, I'm the one who benefits, but President Zhou, you're really good at persuasion, so I'll shamelessly accept your hair clip."

Zhou Jinxu said in a low voice, "We are friends, Yanzhen, you can change your address."

Xu Yanzhen hesitated for a moment, then tentatively asked, "Then... Jinxu?"

Her tone of voice naturally rises, and when she calls his name, it's sweet and soft. Zhou Jinxu narrowed his eyes, his heart fluttering for a moment before quickly calming down.

He needs to take it slow and not rush things. After all, the one who's too eager for quick success is sitting outside, looking as dejected as a stray dog.

In the living room, Shi Yuexin clung to Chu Qian, while Shi Cheng and Meng Qingtong were snuggling together, and Han Yu went to the study. Song Lu and Jin He were left alone, but Song Lu didn't feel neglected; on the contrary, he was thoroughly enjoying the show.

At the same time, Song Lu was particularly curious about what exactly happened in the kitchen. It was a pity that he didn't get to see the firsthand information.

The sweet aroma in the air grew stronger, and with the "ding" of the oven, everyone's attention was drawn away. Shi Yuexin stopped bothering Chu Qian and jumped up to run to the kitchen.

"Unnie, teacher, what delicious food are you making? It smells so good." Meng Qingtong smiled reservedly and glanced at Shi Cheng: "It does smell very good. I didn't know Yanzhen could make desserts before."

Xu Yanzhen brought out tea and snacks, with Zhou Jinxu following behind her carrying a tea tray. After placing the tea and snacks on the coffee table, Xu Yanzhen smiled and said, "You always said you wanted to lose weight, and our house isn't very big, so it's not convenient to make these things."

"Now that I have my own house and students, no matter how many snacks I make, they can consume them all."

She learned it purely from Tan You, who is an extremely reserved person. In addition, Xu Yanzhen also likes to do things quietly. The two hit it off immediately and complemented each other perfectly.

Han Yu also peeked out from the study: "I can testify that I helped the teacher move. The teacher even gave me a bag of bread the day before yesterday, enough for me to have breakfast for a week."

Xu Yanzhen waved to Han Yu: "Come and have some snacks. I made three flavors today: peanut, hazelnut, and walnut."

"There are still some in the oven; you can pack them up and take them home if you like."

Han Yu came over like a big monkey, sat cross-legged on the floor next to Xu Yanzhen, took a bite of the walnut-flavored pastry, and then showered Xu Yanzhen with compliments: "Thank you, teacher! It's so delicious! Teacher, I'll help you next time!"

He was like a fierce Doberman Pinscher seeing its master; where was his usual unruly demeanor?
Zhou Jinxu looked at Han Yu, his eyes narrowing involuntarily. But seeing the way Xu Yanzhen looked at Han Yu—like a teacher looking at a student—Zhou Jinxu felt reassured.

Xu Yanzhen is really attractive. First, there's Jin He, then Han Yu, a high school student who doesn't understand his own feelings, and then there's herself.

No, he had to seize the opportunity and take action.

Overall, the housewarming party was very lively today. When everyone was saying goodbye in the evening, Xu Yanzhen gave them the small pastries she had baked that afternoon, but when she handed them to Zhou Jinxu last, he received an extra bag compared to the others.

Shi Yuexin chimed in, "Unnie, you're being unfair! We only have one small bag, why does President Zhou get two?"

Xu Yanzhen felt a little embarrassed. She quickly glanced at Zhou Jinxu and saw him smiling at her. Xu Yanzhen blushed slightly and said, "He really liked the cup he used today, so I let him take it back."

"Alright, it's getting late, I won't keep you any longer."

Shi Yuexin smiled as she held the bag: "Giving you a cup, how romantic!"

Xu Yanzhen sighed and pushed her out, saying, "You're so thoughtful. The elevator's here."

Not wanting Xu Yanzhen to be questioned by Shi Yuexin, Zhou Jinxu came to her rescue: "I shamelessly asked Yanzhen for it. I really like that cup."

Shi Yuexin didn't dare to make a fuss this time. She just followed Xu Yanzhen into the elevator, waving and smiling sweetly at her.

Watching the elevator descend, Xu Yanzhen took a deep breath; they were finally gone. The housewarming party was lively, but it could also be noisy. The most pleasant time was actually in the afternoon when she was in the kitchen with Zhou Jinxu.

Neither of them were talkative people, but they stayed in the kitchen doing small things together without feeling awkward at all.

Patting her cheeks, Xu Yanzhen saw that the elevator had reached the basement level before returning to her room. The housewarming party was over, and school would start in two days; she needed to think carefully about her plans for the new semester.