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"You're just as casual as when you usually chat with me... Are you like this with every girl?"

No, only to you.

Anyone else would probably be furious at Xu Qi's flippant remarks, but Durandal felt nothing, as if it were only natural.

"I'm truly flattered." After saying that, she suddenly tapped Xu Qi's cheek lightly.

"Uh!?"

"It's nothing, didn't we already do it at Christmas? It was actually quite fun."

"Oh no..."

Suddenly, Durandal tiptoed and whispered in Xu Qi's ear, "Don't tell Rita, okay?"

650. Durandal, who excels at directness, and Himeko, who excels at manipulation.

If it were possible from the beginning—Durandal was just joking; she's European, where the customs are more open, and they might even have a kiss on the cheek.

So, this line... "Don't tell Rita."

This gave the kiss a special meaning.

Xu Qi's expression was somewhat strange.

"She's your best friend."

"so what?"

The music continued, and Xu Qi naturally had no choice but to keep dancing along with Durandal. His heart started pounding; this straight woman, once she started putting in the effort, seemed to be much more powerful than he had imagined.

Could it be that those conversations on QQ before...

Is she serious?

"Didn't you say that chatting with me behind Rita's back is a very exciting thing, even though I feel very sorry for Rita when I do it..."

But I also think it's pretty exciting.

But that was a joke I made... I was just talking nonsense!

Xu Qi suddenly remembered that Rita had warned him before: "Miss Bianca is the most straightforward woman I have ever met in the world."

At that time, Xu Qi didn't fully understand the meaning of those words, but now...

He seemed to understand something.

She wouldn't take all those jokes she made online seriously, would she?

"You told me before that you felt I wasn't very feminine, I'm sorry... I've been seriously trying to change that. After thinking it over, I think it might be more appropriate for me to wear an evening gown like this?"

I could tell you seemed to really like it; you kept your arms around my back. And ever since we started dancing, you've been intentionally or unintentionally rubbing against...that place."

It seems I haven't gotten home yet...

For Durandal, uttering the word 'breasts' without a hint of shame is still somewhat difficult. But perhaps that's no longer the issue she needs to consider!

But come to think of it, Durandal actually took it seriously!?

Xu Qi's gaze revealed a hint of complexity, and clearly, Durandal couldn't understand the meaning behind it.

She naturally took that look as...disappointment.

She lowered her eyes somewhat sadly.

"So, it still doesn't work? I guess I'm still not as womanly as Rita."

"No...no, Durandal, you've misunderstood. I didn't mean that."

Are you trying to comfort me?

Xu Qi seems to have realized how to deal with this kind of straight woman.

So he exerted force, making the other person even closer to him to dance the tango.

Finally—even the straight woman couldn't help but blush a little.

"Okay, I understand... but you don't need to..."

"No, you don't know." Xu Qi was already sighing inwardly—the situation was slightly beyond his expectations, he really...

At least at the beginning, Xu Qi really didn't have any particular ideas—he swears!

The reason I talked to Durandal was twofold: firstly, I found it amusing, so I joked around and had some fun... and secondly, after Rita discovered me last time, I saw an unusual side of Rita.

It seems that through Durandal, Rita can be stimulated to show a completely different side of herself.

This made Xu Qi almost unable to resist.

And Rita is using this very thing—she also discovered that she seems to be able to drive Xu Qi crazy and make him jealous through Durandal, so she is just as unable to stop herself.

The result of their mutual pursuit is that they are both using Durandal.

This allowed them to experience the twisted pleasure of a love triangle through Durandal.

So……

Who can consider me, a simple and innocent goose who has no complicated thoughts and can't understand any complicated thoughts?

Yes, silly goose.

Xu Qi made a decision: from now on, he would give Yulandel this nickname.

Now that things have come to this, if I were to tell Durandal, "I was just telling you all that to let Rita find out and make her jealous," it would be absurd.

This must really hurt this straight-laced girl's feelings...

"Xu Qi?"

"It's nothing." Xu Qi shook his head. He couldn't offer a bitter smile at this moment. Yulandel might be a bit straightforward, but that didn't mean she was stupid.

"Then... we absolutely mustn't let Rita know."

"Mmm!" She seemed quite excited. "That's why I changed my clothes so quickly, just so I could have some time with you."

In the courtyard, you just chatted with me and didn't do anything else... I know you have other girls to keep you company, but I still felt a little lonely..."

A straight woman's words will always come with the ultimate weapon of sincerity.

Xu Qi was starting to loathe himself—when did he become someone who needed to lie so readily? Especially in front of Durandal…

The duet dance continued.

But Xu Qi's thoughts have changed slightly.

He held Durandal tightly, feeling her soft body, which seemed completely out of place with her strong and resolute nature, as they danced gently.

Xu Qi suddenly said, "Yurandal, I... I think I quite like you."

"is it?"

"But this liking seems to still only remain at the level of liking. However, if you are willing... I wouldn't mind if we... had a deeper connection."

Durandal blinked, a gentle smile on her face.

"You've finally told me the truth."

Sure enough... she could sense it.

“Mr. Xu Qi, I’ve realized that I might like you too, but I swear I’ll make Rita happy—so, please don’t let her know, okay?”

Just as Xu Qi was about to nod, he noticed that Youlandail had stood on tiptoe again and planted a kiss on Xu Qi's lips.

The girl's first kiss was a bit clumsy; she only knew that her lips touched, yet it had a kind of innocent beauty.

Yulandel blushed and lowered her head.

"This is... proof for you."

Just as Xu Qi was about to say something, the princess in his arms was suddenly snatched away. Looking over, he was shocked to find—it was Fu Hua, wearing glasses!

Fu Hua gave Xu Qi a defiant look and said, "I'll take this woman."

"Ugh?"

Is this how you play games?

Just as she was about to snatch it back, someone pulled her into their arms and naturally began to dance the tango.

The rich scent of roses quickly made Xu Qi realize who this guy was who had forced him to dance the female role...

Her fiery red hair was tied up at the back of her head, and even though she was wearing a men's suit, it couldn't hide her perfect breasts, which were almost comparable to Aponia's.

Himeko looked at Xu Qi with a teasing smile and said, "It seems that Fu Hua and I have caught you out on something quite interesting, Xu Qi?"

"Hime...Himeko!? When did you..."

"You changed into this outfit pretty quickly, didn't you? How was that time I arranged for you and Theresa to be alone together during the Chinese New Year? Did you manage to win her over?"

You really are as good at driving as ever... Himeko-sensei!

651. Your girls are ready.

Although I was forced to play the female role, it still felt quite novel.

After all, the male role was played by a voluptuous and mature woman. Being so actively pursued by her, Xu Qi didn't even have the slightest thought of resisting.

Ah... I feel like burying my head in Himeko's amazing bosom.

"Himeko... Sister... Well, how should I put it... our relationship... I guess we've made some progress..."

Himeko raised an eyebrow.

What does it mean to make a breakthrough?

"It's like—something was done...but...nothing was done."

Himeko looked at Xu Qi with one eye bigger than the other (0_o). Actually, she understood—it must be that she and Theresa had made some progress. Didn't you see that the girl had a sweet smile on her face when she went to work those days?

When asked what made her so happy, Theresa didn't answer.

If you deliberately bring up that trip to Chongming, Theresa will get embarrassed and angry and turn on you.

Hmm... that's the right reaction.

However, judging from Xu Qi's expression, it seems his breakthrough wasn't quite complete...

Sister Himeko is very sorry.

"You're putting me in a difficult position. Do you expect your older sister to teach you how to do this? Why didn't you just make her cry that night?"

The dance was elegant, but the topics of conversation seemed rather less so.

"Oh no..."

"Women should always have some reserve. At times like this, you men should take the initiative, right? Like this..." As she spoke, her small hand, which had been resting on Xu Qi's back, slowly moved downwards.

Take a picture from behind Xu Qi.

Xu Qi: ? ? ?

What should I do? This really feels like I've been harassed by a female hooligan!

Yulandel watched intently from the side—so Xu Qi likes being treated like this?

Don't make me learn everything!

Fortunately, someone finally couldn't stand it anymore. Theresa, who had already changed her clothes, took Himeko away. Her pure white dress made her look like a dazzling princess.

I also recommended a dance partner to Xu Qi.

The fragrant breeze from her arms had just dissipated when another one arrived.

Before he could react, Xu Qi subconsciously changed his dance steps, guiding the other woman's petite body to jump up.

Wow...is this tango? Xu Qi, brother?

The soft, sweet voice finally made Xu Qi realize who the delicate, soft body in his arms was.

With a doting smile on his face, Xu Qi almost couldn't resist picking up little Greta directly.