Why are you all trying to win over me, the male supporting character?

Xu Qian's mind was in a mess. She grabbed a hair clip at random, put it in his hand, and went back to greeting customers, no longer looking at him.

Lu Chengzhou glanced at the strawberry-colored hair clip in his hand.

It is inlaid with some small diamonds, which clearly shows the maker's personal preference.

It seems that these are mostly little gadgets that Xu Qian made herself.

Besides hair clips, there were also hairpins, keychains, and other similar items.

A lot of girls come to buy things from her...

Moreover, Lu Chengzhou felt that there were more guests after he arrived, though he wasn't sure if it was just his imagination.

The girls took the goods from him without haggling; they all paid without hesitation.

This makes doing business much simpler.

The surrounding vendors all cast envious glances at them.

Damn it!

The combination of handsome men and beautiful women is enough of a gimmick.

Plus, the things they sell are very unique and not expensive, so they'll definitely sell out in no time!

Lu Chengzhou squatted down beside her, helping her organize the goods, pack them into bags, and give her change...

The stall was cleared out in less than an hour.

As dusk approached, Lu Chengzhou suddenly felt a sense of anticipation, wondering how this junior schoolmate would continue to greet him.

Xu Qian started packing up her stall.

She sighed inwardly, her hands moving absentmindedly.

Her heartfelt wish, of course, was to take Lu Chengzhou back with her.

Her parents aren't home tonight, and she has to finish a group's assignment all by herself. If someone were with her, especially if that person was the man she secretly admires, that would be the ultimate happiness...

But, would she have the nerve to ask that question?

The relationship between Lu Chengzhou, Miss Meng, and Miss Jiang is already complicated enough.

In their battleground, is there any room for her to intervene?

Just as Xu Qian was in a daze, Lu Chengzhou nudged her arm and handed her a bottle of water.

"Is everything packed? Check carefully, don't forget anything."

Lu Chengzhou reminded her of something.

Xu Qian nodded, picked up her bag, and prepared to leave, but Lu Chengzhou called her back again.

Are you sure you've completed the checkup?

Lu Chengzhou asked helplessly.

He clearly saw that her phone was still under the seat.

He hoped the younger girl would remember her poor cell phone...

But what Xu Qian remembered wasn't her phone, but him, still sitting by the flowerbed.

She closed her eyes, gritted her teeth, stomped her foot, turned around, and stared intently at him.

"I……"

"I have already..."

"already……"

I've decided to face my true feelings.

Xu Qian repeated these words to herself several times before finally making up her mind, stepping forward, and taking his hand.

Lu Chengzhou: "???"

No, did she misunderstand?

He wasn't saying that she left him behind!

However, for a girl with Xu Qian's personality to make such a bold move is already extremely difficult.

She grabbed him and walked forward with her head down, not daring to look back at him at all.

Fortunately, before she got up, Lu Chengzhou retrieved her dropped phone and quietly put it in her pocket.

"This girl is as cute as ever."

Lu Chengzhou smiled knowingly, then quickly dismissed the sinful thoughts that were about to arise and followed her.

……

After changing buses several times and experiencing several rounds of crowded conditions, they arrived at their destination.

Xu family.

Lu Chengzhou had a strong impression of this place, even though he had only visited it a few times.

Unlike the other girls who stayed by his side, Xu Qian remained the same regardless of whether she was poor or rich, and she didn't add any valuable items to her home.

Please sit wherever you like.

She gestured for Lu Chengzhou to sit down.

Having grown accustomed to the luxurious villas of manor houses, Lu Chengzhou found a refreshing change in this charming and charming home.

Scenes from my memory played out like a slideshow.

"It's just the two of us tonight, what would you like to eat, senior?"

Xu Qian had already changed into slippers and put on an apron.

Her hair was pulled up high and held in place by a single bamboo hairpin.

She really has the air of a virtuous wife and loving mother...

Lu Chengzhou coughed lightly, shifted his gaze somewhat awkwardly, and said, "I'm fine with anything, I'm not picky about food."

After getting used to eating rich and heavy meals, wanting something lighter and more refreshing is a reasonable mindset, right?

Of course, Lu Chengzhou only thought about it for a moment.

It's impossible for him to voluntarily become Brother Cheng.

Xu Qian went back into the kitchen to start preparing dinner.

There aren't many ingredients left in the fridge, so I can only make bacon fried rice.

Her figure was vaguely visible through the glass door of the kitchen.

Lu Chengzhou glanced at it unintentionally and couldn't take his eyes off it.

This scene seemed to be incredibly close to the feeling of home I had always imagined.

"Could it be true, as those jokes on the internet say, that even prodigal sons eventually want a family when they reach a certain age?"

Lu Chengzhou chuckled self-deprecatingly.

He gently let go of this wishful thinking.

I am not the kind of person who can be content with the status quo, that is, someone who doesn't go home.

Even if there's a fleeting longing for home, it's quickly defeated by the inherent nonchalance within them.

"Alright, come and have a taste."

Xu Qian came out of the kitchen carrying two bowls of fried rice.

After putting down the bowl, she blew on her burned fingers and smiled apologetically.

"It's been a long time since I've made fried rice like this. I wonder if my skills have gotten rusty. Why don't you give it a try?"

Lu Chengzhou nodded.

I scooped up a small spoonful and put it in my mouth.

The sweetness and umami flavors intertwine, creating an irresistible aroma.

Everything is just right.

He took a deep breath and memorized the taste.

"good to eat."

"Really?

"Yes, a junior's cooking skills can't be too bad."

"Well……"

Xu Qian felt a little embarrassed by his straightforward praise.

"Don't say that, senior. I just cooked it casually."

Looking at her adorable and silly appearance, Lu Chengzhou couldn't help but want to reach out and ruffle her hair.

Xu Qian didn't look away, but her gaze towards him became somewhat intense.

The two of them were sitting on the sofa, at just the right distance, and the atmosphere had been set right. It would be a bit unreasonable not to take things a step further.

However, it seems that they are both waiting, waiting for the other to take the initiative.

"Senior, I..."

Xu Qian turned her body slightly to the side and looked at him with affection.

"I think……"

Lu Chengzhou's body hadn't reacted yet, but his mind had, and he subconsciously said, "No, you don't want to!"

Xu Qian: "..."

This incredibly mood-ruining remark instantly pushed the two of them back beyond the friendship line.

Lu Chengzhou scratched his head and sighed helplessly.

Sin ah.