Jingxia Rose

Chapter 131: Contentment

The group played several rounds, and in the end, Wen Qi and Lu Yixu each lost one round, while Chu Feng and Jiang Huaichuan, and Lu Xuming and Yin Qianran each lost two rounds.

The only difference is that Chu Feng and Jiang Huaichuan lost one game as the host.

The two of them were doubled in the draw.

They showed absolutely no mercy when it came to their brothers. If it weren't for the rule that they could only use their hands, Yi Xu and Lu Xuming would have ordered a giant iron sledgehammer for takeout.

Chu Feng and Jiang Huaichuan both complained that the two of them were scoundrels, even more beastly than beasts.

Around 4:30, the sun slowly disappeared behind the clouds and began to sink in the west.

The group put away their card game, and Yi Xu and his friends brought out the barbecue grill and assembled it.

This matter had little to do with the three women. After sitting for a while, they strolled around the neighborhood, chatting as the evening glow began to rise on the horizon.

They didn't go far, stood by the lake for a while, and then turned back. Yin Qianran asked them, "Are you flying kites?"

"A kite?" Shi Wan asked in surprise.

"Yes, I brought several with me. I just thought the weather was nice today, perfect for flying kites. Would you like to try?"

"Okay, speaking of which, the last time I flew a kite was back when I was in elementary school and went on a spring outing with my parents."

Shi Wan sighed, and after expressing her feelings, the three of them went back to get the kite.

The five of them had set up the barbecue grill and were trying to light the charcoal fire. They had almost finished eating the fruit and snacks on the low table, and now all that was left were plates of skewered food.

Both meat and vegetarian options are available.

"Flying kites?" Jiang Huaichuan asked when he saw the kites in their hands.

Lu Xuming's gaze fell on Yin Qianran, "Stop jumping around like that."

Yin Qianran rolled her eyes at him and dragged her two sisters to fly kites.

The wind wasn't strong at the moment, and although it was a little cool, it felt quite comfortable.

Yin Qianran, being pregnant, didn't dare to act recklessly and just watched the two of them go.

Ji Xuan and Shi Wan were worried that the strings of the two kites would get tangled, so they kept a distance from each other. Wen Qi came over with Lu Xuming after he finished his work.

Lu Xuming was mainly worried about Yin Qianran.

"Can't fly?" Wen Qi walked up to her and asked in a low voice.

"Can you?" Ji Xuan asked in return.

"No." Wen Qi was straightforward, without any attempt to hide or embellish, and admitted it directly.

He didn't think there was anything wrong with what he said, and meeting her gaze, he added, "I can give it a try."

Ji Xian handed him the spool and moved two steps to the side.

When Yin Qianran saw Wen Qi coming over, she decided not to be a third wheel and went to Shi Wan's side. Shi Wan couldn't fly either and was having a contest with her.

Yin Qianran herself wasn't very good at it, and she didn't want to ask Lu Xuming for help, when she happened to see Yi Xu carrying something with a shelf on it walking towards her.

"Yi Xu, what are you doing?"

Yi Xu raised his eyelids, shook the rack in his hand, and said in a lazy and indifferent tone, "It's dirty, go rinse it in the lake."

Yin Qianran stepped forward, snatched the kite, and shoved it into Lu Xuming's hand. "Let him go wash it. You come over and help Shishi take a look. This kite just won't fly."

Yi Xu: "..."

Lu Xuming, holding his airs, looked utterly bewildered: "..."

Before Shi Wan could react, Yi Xu had already walked up to her.

He was a head taller than her. The evening breeze was warm and slightly cool. Under his indifferent gaze, Shi Wan shivered for no reason, but without any hesitation or discomfort, she handed him the kite.

Yi Xu gave a light snort, took the kite, and his attitude was unclear.

Shi Wan frowned. What's with the arrogance?

ill!

"I'm not releasing it anymore, you can release it slowly."

She was used to doing things her own way and naturally didn't like to be mindful of others' opinions. Sensing Yi Xu's disdain, displeasure, and reluctance, she shook her hand, not even glancing at him, and walked towards Yin Qianran. Yin Qianran asked, puzzled, "Why aren't you letting go?"

"I've suddenly lost interest. I saw that Wen Qi and A-Xian have put it on. Shall I go check it out?"

"it is good."

Women's emotions come and go quickly.

Lu Xuming and Yi Xu stared at their retreating figures with disbelief. Yi Xu scoffed and pouted, "Hurry up and go wash up. Huaichuan is waiting for this."

"..."

Lu Xuming remained silent.

This isn't his job!
How come he became so willing to work hard and take responsibility after all that Tai Chi?

Ji Xuan and Wen Qi hadn't been at it for long when Chu Feng and Jiang Huaichuan had already lit the charcoal fire and were grilling the skewers on it, while Shi Wan and Yin Qianran took on the role of photographers.

As the sun set, the last eight people took a group photo.

Their previous poker game involved Chu Feng and Jiang Huaichuan as one team, and Yin Qianran and Lu Xuming as the other.

Their two groups had to take a group photo of the other two groups and post it on their WeChat Moments with the caption "You will always be my god".

The photo of Ji Xuan and Wen Qi was the same one that Shi Wan had just taken of them at sunset.

The two stood side by side, their eyes gentle, their lips slightly upturned in smiles, and just by looking at the atmosphere, you could tell they were very sweet together.

Shi Wan and Yi Xu were at the other extreme; they wished they could stay 800 meters away from each other.

One was relaxed and casual, hands in his coat pockets, eyes indifferent; the other had his arms crossed, looking at the scenery beside him expressionlessly.

There is enough space between them for at least two people to stand.

As soon as the photo was taken, Shi Wan couldn't wait to leave.

Ji Xuan walked up to her and asked, "What happened between you and Yi Xu? Did you have a fight?"

Shi Wan chuckled lightly, "This is the first time we've met today, how could there be any conflict?"

"That you……"

"I just can't stand him."

Ji Xuan was somewhat bewildered, "What's wrong? What is he doing...?"

"No, I make friends based on first impressions, and I don't feel any connection with him." Shi Wan didn't want to dwell on it any longer, so she pulled her towards the barbecue grill. "Come on, let's go see how the barbecue is going."

This barbecue party is destined to be lively.

Shi Wan has a good personality; she is generous and easygoing.

I blended in as well as if I'd known them for years.

Wen Qi didn't drink because he had to drive, but Ji Xuan had a few drinks. After drinking, she felt dizzy. Wen Qi held her hand, which wasn't cold, and leaned closer to ask in a low voice, "Are you cold?"

Ji Xian shook his head, his eyes moist, his voice softened from the alcohol, "I want to lie down for a while."

Wen Qi's heart softened upon hearing this, and he immediately put his arm around her shoulder and led her into a two-person tent.

The temperature at night is around seven or eight degrees Celsius, and it may drop even lower after midnight. They didn't plan to spend the night there; they only set up tents for short rests.

As soon as Ji Xian lay down, Wen Qi pulled her into his arms, whispering in her deep voice in her ear.

"Get some sleep?"

"Staying here tonight?"

Wen Qi shook his head, "No, they'll be back by 9 or 10 at the latest. It's cold here at night."

Ji Xuan nestled in his arms. "Yeah, I have something to do tomorrow morning."

After saying that, her consciousness slowly faded, and she nestled in his arms and fell asleep.

Wen Qi's gaze softened, his eyes reflecting her peaceful and beautiful sleeping face. He slowly raised his hand to gently touch her cheek, and couldn't help but lower his head to kiss her.

The kiss was brief, but he was already satisfied and hugged her tightly.