When their lovely childhood friend returned, they were all in a panic!

I waited under the eaves for about ten minutes before the rain gradually subsided, turning from heavy rain into moderate rain.

Seeing that the rain had subsided, Luo Qingyan turned to look at Bai Yu.

"Now... shall we go to my house?"

"Okay, the rain isn't so heavy anymore."

Bai Yu also looked up at the rain, and found it to be tolerable.

Then, he very consciously opened his umbrella.

After opening it, he gently took Luo Qingyan's hand and made them both stand under the umbrella.

The two walked slowly, as the road was now full of puddles.

If you're not careful, you might splash water everywhere.

At that point, neither of them will escape having their trouser legs damaged.

"By the way, Bai Yu, I want to ask you something."

Luo Qingyan suddenly spoke softly.

She subtly avoided using the term "baby" instead.

The question is about "Bai Yu," not the "Baby" from the contractual relationship.

"Hmm? What is it?"

Bai Yu raised an eyebrow and glanced at Luo Qingyan from the side.

Seeing her worried expression, he looked away.

Then, be careful of puddles under your feet throughout the process.

"that is......"

What are your thoughts on Mu Anqi?

Luo Qingyan remembered the Mu Anqi she had just seen running in the rain.

Although I have my own selfish motives.

But I still feel a little sad.

Her rivals, even those in the public eye, didn't want to see her suffer like this.

That complex emotion was just like knowing that Xiaoyu also had feelings for Baiyu.

"Mu Anqi?"

Bai Yu blinked, her eyes looking a little dazed behind her glasses.

"Why are you asking her this all of a sudden?"

"I just wanted to ask, um..."

"They're pretty good friends."

"I've noticed you haven't been paying much attention to her lately."

"Well..."

Bai Yu stroked his chin and thought for a moment.

Finally, it turned into a long sigh.

"Because she feels that I'm still the same as before, and she still treats me the same way she used to."

"It's just that I don't really like that way of getting along now... something like that."

He paused after speaking.

"Qingyan, there's something I'm not sure if I should say."

"What did you say?"

I'm afraid you'll be angry if I tell you.

Upon hearing this, Luo Qingyan couldn't help but feel anxious and apprehensive.

Could it be...?

"What?"

"Mu Anqi confessed her feelings to me."

Bai Yu spoke timidly, cautiously observing Luo Qingyan's expression.

Seeing that her cool and indifferent face remained calm, I breathed a sigh of relief.

Thankfully, no one got jealous or anything because of this.

"So how did you respond?"

After a short silence, Luo Qingyan asked softly.

"I...I said I don't know what 'like' means."

"So, do you know now?"

Luo Qingyan blinked her beautiful peach blossom eyes and looked directly into Bai Yu's eyes without flinching.

This, in turn, made Bai Yu's eyes start to dart away.

He hesitated for a moment before resolutely turning his head away.

He looked into her eyes and smiled gently.

"I'll know after I'm with you."

"Bai Yu"

Luo Qingyan called his name again, as if to emphasize his status.

That means, it's like saying:

I want to hear Bai Yu's answer.

Not the "baby" in a contractual relationship.

"I....."

Bai Yu was momentarily stunned, realizing that Luo Qingyan was serious.

But honestly...

Does having a flutter of the heart mean you like someone?

There are so many situations that make my heart flutter.

Can all of those be considered as liking?

Sometimes when I'm with my younger sister, my heart races.

It happens when I play the piano with my senior.

Even when I was with Mu Anqi before, this kind of situation happened.

So, does this count as liking someone?

Bai Yu was completely baffled and utterly perplexed.

So, if that's the case, then he likes so many people, doesn't that make him a complete jerk?

Seeing his stammering, Luo Qingyan lowered her eyes.

Although she didn't get a direct answer, she already knew the answer.

He still hasn't figured out whose heart he truly belongs to.

Before that, let's cherish the time we have together.

Luo Qingyan thought about it and chuckled softly twice.

A pleasant laugh broke the heavy atmosphere.

She wrapped her arms around Bai Yu's arm that was holding the umbrella and rested her head on it.

"Baby, okay, let's change the subject..."

.....

After walking for a short while, Luo Qingyan led Bai Yu into an upscale residential area.

She pointed in front of a small villa.

This is my home.

"oh oh!"

Bai Yu looked up and saw that the land prices in this area were not cheap.

Based on a slight assessment, her family should be middle class.

No wonder she's a little rich woman.

The rain was still falling, and because of the wind blowing ahead, their clothes were inevitably a little wet.

The two walked to the eaves and put away their umbrellas.

"I'll get you some shoes, wait a minute."

Luo Qingyan patted off a speck of dust that clung to her skirt and spoke softly.

"it is good."

Bai Yu folded the umbrella and placed it at the door.

A moment later, Luo Qingyan came out with a pair of men's slippers.

However, something seemed off about her every move.

Even their facial expressions reflected this.

These metaphors went unnoticed.

He put on slippers and followed behind Luo Qingyan.

When they reached the door, she suddenly stopped Bai Yu and turned around.

Put a finger in front of your lips and make a shushing gesture.

"Come upstairs with me secretly later."

After she finished speaking, she waved her hand, indicating that she should bend down.

Seeing this, Bai Yu was slightly taken aback, but still listened to her and bent down.

Although I don't know why.

But this is the right way to do it.

"Walk."

Luo Qingyan spoke softly, then tiptoed towards the stairs.

Bai Yu followed closely behind, just like a chick following its mother hen.

At the same time, he looked around like a curious child.

The decoration is quite nice; it looks luxurious.

All kinds of European-style sofas look so comfortable...

Unlike my old home, which was full of wooden furniture that was incredibly hard.

Therefore, after living with my sister, I specially bought a sofa.

wrong......

Bai Yu secretly glanced at him and noticed something was wrong.

Is there a figure on this sofa?

"Qingyan~"

A middle-aged woman's voice rang out, gentle yet warm.

Upon hearing this sound, Luo Qingyan, who was tiptoeing ahead, suddenly stopped.

This is bad!

"Huh? You brought a friend home?"

The middle-aged woman spoke with a smile.

"He's a boy, and this is his first time!"

"Hahaha..."

Luo Qingyan stood up awkwardly, constantly giving Bai Yu meaningful glances.

"Mom, you're home..."

Bai Yu is also very perceptive.

He was just bending over, but after being caught, he immediately stood at attention.

"Hello, Auntie!"

Bai Yu waved and smiled.