How come you're also my ex-girlfriend?

Chapter 76 Cousins~ (Please subscribe~)

"Why did you buy coffee again?"

They left the mall side by side, Xu Yan holding an iced Americano in one hand and a gift bag in the other.

The girl next to him, holding an iced Americano, seemed to think that being pretty on her own was enough. Xu Yan did agree with the saying at times: the woman beside you is also part of satisfying your vanity.

Especially for a beautiful girl like Jiang Yiyao, she attracted a lot of attention both inside and outside the mall.

That's the kind of look that even passing dogs would give a second glance.

But then again, isn't being handsome like herself part of her vanity? No one has ever said that she's not presentable.

"I didn't drink coffee before, but I feel a bit sleepy and need to perk myself up."

Xu Yan shrugged and said.

Jiang Yiyao glanced at the other person and thought, "This is really something. He's only made a few bucks and he's already so arrogant. It's hard to imagine what he'll do when he actually gets rich. He'll be so arrogant!"

"Now, Young Master Xu can't compare. He's a big shot now, drinking iced Americanos. When are you going to become a Shanghai resident?"

"Stop playing those stale regional jokes online. Actually, I'm very frugal. You see, I spend most of my money on things that are worthwhile."

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Upon hearing Xu Yan's words, Jiang Yiyao instinctively wanted to open her mouth and refute him.

But then I suddenly remembered that this guy had just given me a pair of expensive headphones last night... so it really is hard to say.

So all I could manage to manage was a stiff "Then keep it up."

Ugh.

So this is what it feels like to be beholden to someone who gives you a bribe or eats your food.

The two took a taxi home.

After strolling around all afternoon, it was almost dinnertime, so when they reached the entrance of the apartment building, the boy asked, "What are you planning to do for dinner?"

Jiang Yiyao shook the strands of hair tied at the back of her head. The movement wasn't large, but the bun looked kind of cute as it swayed.

"I'll just order takeout. Once I'm home, I don't really want to go out anymore."

People are strange sometimes. They get excited when they pick up a package and can go shopping without feeling tired. But when they go downstairs to eat, they feel uncomfortable all over and end up ordering takeout.

"Why don't we come to my house for dinner? It's almost mealtime, and my mom always cooks a lot."

Jiang Yiyao narrowed her eyes slightly as she looked at the boy who had been acting strangely today, both by taking the initiative to invite her out and by buying her milk tea.

"Xu Yan, you're strange, you know that?"

"What do you mean?"

"You've been showering me with attention so many times today... How come... your defenses have crumbled so quickly, and you've finally given in and are pursuing me?"

This kind of talk is quite common with Jiang Yiyao. When the two are alone, this kind of talk can be considered extremely aggressive.

Whoever succumbs to the other's charm first and becomes their devoted follower is like being dominated by a demon.

Xu Yan rolled her eyes. "I've told you so many times, don't stay alone. You tend to talk to yourself in the early stages, and now you're even having hallucinations. Pay more attention to your symptoms."

"Get lost!"

Jiang Yiyao glared at Xu Yan, then looked at herself and said, "I want to go back and change my clothes first."

Xu Yan said irritably, "What's the big deal? It's not like you're meeting the parents or anything. Why are you so nervous?"

"Stop taking advantage of me! What do you mean by meeting the parents!" Jiang Yiyao immediately blushed.

She just felt that her outfit today was a little too daring, and subconsciously didn't want Aunt Wang and Uncle Xu to think she might be some kind of very bold and open-minded girl.

But in Xu Yan's opinion, what's so daring about it? It's just showing your arms and legs. If it weren't for your face, who would give a second glance to a normal girl dressed like that?

The modeling freak always thinks he's got all the tricks up his sleeve.

"Stop talking nonsense, even an ugly daughter-in-law has to meet her in-laws eventually... Oops, stop scratching!"

He wanted to make a few more jokes, but Yao Jie's big hand had already reached out, so Xu Yan quickly shut up.

The two went upstairs one after the other.

Xu Yan unlocked the door and immediately heard laughter and cheerful voices inside. Xu Yan then remembered that her parents had mentioned someone would be visiting before she left...

But the person had already come in.

Not only herself, but also Jiang Yiyao who followed closely behind.

The two entered one after the other, and the entire room immediately fell silent as several pairs of eyes turned to them.

His own parents, his own uncle, and Wang Lu, a middle-aged man with a square face.

There was also a young man wearing a black shirt and casual suit pants who looked like a KTV waiter. I could tell that he was my cousin, Wang Xinhai.

The last one was a girl sitting on the sofa, eating a Chocliz cigarette, who looked to be about the same age as me; that was my cousin, Wang Wei.

They looked at him with different expressions.

At the same time, he also saw Jiang Yiyao standing a little behind him.

The girl's appearance was like a breath of fresh air, and the impact she had was evident in the momentary stunned looks in the eyes of those people.

Soon, Jiang Yiyao couldn't help but speak in a low voice.

"You have guests, should I head back first?"

Before Xu Yan could speak, his mother, Wang Hui, quickly stood up with a smile, "Yao Yao is here, please sit down. We'll eat together later. We're all family, don't be shy."

family?

Wang Hui's seemingly casual remark made Jiang Yiyao feel her face burning.

Xu Yan coughed twice, then pretended to introduce, "This is my uncle's family... Uncle, you're here? I had to go out for a bit."

Uncle Wang Lu stood up with a smile, "Xiao Yan has grown a lot in the past year. He's gotten taller and more handsome."

"Uncle is exaggerating, that's not true at all..."

As Xu Yan led Jiang Yiyao inside, he placed the tightly wrapped gift bag on the table.

Xu Jia'an asked curiously, "What did you buy?"

"Oh, I went shopping and bought you some gifts."

Parents naturally wouldn't think a gift for their child is worth much, since Xu Yan is still a student. Moreover, his mother, Wang Hui, isn't one to show off, so she didn't immediately open the package to see what filial piety her child had shown; these things are best left unsaid within the family.

Only after Xu Yan and Jiang Yiyao sat down on the other sofa did Wang Xinhai, the cousin, withdraw his somewhat fixed gaze.

To be honest, it's top-notch.

That's top-notch.

I've never seen a girl of this caliber, whether I was in school or now that I'm working.

With fair skin, beautiful face, youthful and radiant appearance, and fashionable and unique style of dressing, she perfectly meets all the aesthetic criteria of a normal man.

So much so that when Wang Xinhai saw her sit down with Xu Yan, the thought couldn't help but flash through his mind.

What's her relationship with Xu Yan? Are they boyfriend and girlfriend? Early relationships are definitely not advisable!

Cousin Wang Wei, however, was squinting at Jiang Yiyao, seemingly puzzled, though it was unclear what she was wondering about.

"You went shopping with Yao Yao this afternoon?" Wang Hui asked with a smile.

"Well, she's got nothing better to do anyway, so she might as well help me pick something out."

Xu Yan said with a smile.

Wang Hui couldn't stop smiling; it seemed her son had finally come to his senses.

This has nothing to do with the importance of the senior year of high school or the fact that romantic relationships can easily harm academic performance.

Jiang Yiyao was someone the couple had watched grow up almost all along, and they loved her dearly, treating her like a second daughter.

But then again, even a half-daughter isn't family, right?

It would be hard to accept if you saw your son miss out on such a good girl.

"If it's Yao Yao's opinion, then there's definitely no problem, hahaha."

"What do you mean? Do you think I have no taste?"

"You're just someone who has eyes, aren't you?"

Xu Yan: ?

You two are really causing a huge commotion! Don't you know that it's strictly forbidden to put one down while praising the other?

"Long time no see, cousin!"

Suddenly, Wang Xinhai couldn't help but interrupt, his gaze shifting with difficulty from Jiang Yiyao to Xu Yan.

Xu Yan looked over and greeted him with a smile, "Cousin, it's been a long time. I heard you've started working. How have you been lately?"

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Xu Yan's words left Wang Xinhai somewhat bewildered.

In my memory, Xu Yan always looked like a quail during Chinese New Year or family gatherings. He didn't like to talk and often stayed away from the crowd. When eating together, he was always the first one to leave the table.

At his age, he's hardly capable of polite conversation, but now... he speaks with such ease and naturalness that I almost thought he was my age.

Has the change been that significant in just over a year?

"It's alright. I work in Suzhou and Hangzhou, so you can come visit when you're on vacation... By the way, you can bring your friends along too."

While saying this, Wang Xinhai, who considered himself to be very generous and proper, also glanced at Jiang Yiyao next to Xu Yan.

Unfortunately, the girl was looking at her phone and didn't seem to care at all what they were talking about.

Xu Yan smiled and nodded, "Thank you for the arrangements, cousin. I'll definitely do it when I have the chance."

Why are you speaking so formally? What's going on... Kids should just be kids, stop pretending to be adults!

For some reason, Wang Xinhai felt a little dissatisfied with Xu Yan's natural and proper way of speaking.

They seemed to be even more looking forward to seeing him at a loss, unable to utter a single word when asked a few questions.

So he couldn't help but gesture towards Jiang Yiyao's direction with his lip, "What's going on... could they be dating?"

If this were a more private setting, it would be fine for a family to make such a joke, but with the people involved present, it seems somewhat awkward and inappropriate.

However, Jiang Yiyao still didn't react.

Xu Yan's smile faded slightly. "How could that be? He's still in his senior year of high school. This is my classmate and my neighbor since childhood."

"Oh, I see. You're a nice girl, but since you're a senior in high school, you really should prioritize your studies. I faced many similar temptations when I was a senior, but luckily I was determined and stuck to my studies."

At this point, it seemed as if they had entered Wang Xinhai's comfort zone. No one asked any more questions. He simply leaned back on the sofa, slightly spread his arms, and crossed his legs.

"Only in this way can I get into my desired university, work harder in university, and then have a good salary when I start working."

Hehe, you should keep it up, cousin!

Xu Yan: ?

Who asked you?

Jiang Yiyao, who was looking at her phone, finally looked up at Wang Xinhai, who was speaking.

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