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When the new year is approaching, it is the most deserted time in Dragon City.

Many shops were closed and there was much less traffic on the road than usual.

The university campus also fell silent, and no one walked by for a long time, as if it had become a deserted still life.

Xia Yu stood by the balcony with a cold expression, holding up her mobile phone, while listening to the persuasive voice on the phone, while looking at the withered flower branches in the flower bed downstairs.

"Yu'er, Chinese New Year is almost here, what does it look like if the family is not together?"

"Your dad is just a little bit hot-tempered, and he's not bad at heart. Wouldn't it be good for you two to sit down and have a good chat?"

"It's Chinese New Year, why make the atmosphere so tense at home? Let me tell you, the end of the year is very important, you have to be happy, you have to be kind, otherwise it will affect your luck for the whole year, which is very bad of……"

A civet cat that looked four or five months old walked past the flower bed on its feet. It was not afraid to find someone looking at it, but raised its head and meowed twice at the people looking at it.

The ice in his eyes melted slightly, Xia Yu turned and walked into the room, and when he came out again, he had a bag of cuttlefish balls in his hand.

He held the phone sideways with his ears and shoulders, unpacked the bag with both hands, and threw one down.When Xiao Lihua saw it, she immediately leaned forward and smelled it, then hugged the ball with her front paws, and started to eat it.

"Yu'er, are you listening?"

Xia Yun hummed: "Yes."

"Yu'er, listen to your mother, she will not harm you."

"It's no good to go on like this. I really don't want the two of you to make trouble like this. Isn't it good for the family to be harmonious?"

"I didn't contact you before because your father was angry and didn't let me call you, but I've been feeling very uncomfortable and thinking about you all the time. Yu'er, it's Chinese New Year, even if there are conflicts, let's resolve them first. Put it aside, let's talk about it after the year together, okay? Be obedient, okay?"

A meatball was eaten in a few mouthfuls, and Xiaolihua raised her head and meowed at him again.

The behavior of the little raccoon flower and the fresh scent of the cuttlefish balls attracted the attention of other cats. After a while, four cats were already squatting beside the flower bed, two of them were well-known Internet celebrity cats in their school, all of them were round and not afraid of life at all. .

Xia Yu threw all the balls left in the bag, and the cats immediately formed a ball.

There are also cats and dogs rushing here, Xia Yu glanced at the growing battle downstairs, and simply took out a cardboard box from the room, which was full of hot pot ingredients he bought, fish balls, beef balls etc.

"Yu'er."

"Huh?" Xia Yu replied absent-mindedly.

"Listen to my mother's advice, come back for the New Year. Okay?"

Xia Yu didn't say a word, and unpacked the bags one by one.

The cats downstairs looked up at him with bright eyes, while the dogs grinned and shook their heads and tails.

"Aren't you deserted outside alone?"

"You are angry with your father, but your mother is innocent. You don't want to see your father, so you can't let your mother see you, right? You have always been a good boy, and you didn't ask your mother to worry about it. Don't let your mother worry about it this time. ,OK?"

After removing all the bags, Xia Yu put the carton on the ground.

He looked downstairs softly, and said in a cold tone, "Okay."

"Ouch!" The person on the other end of the phone breathed a sigh of relief.

"Really, you child really makes me anxious! Huh, as long as you are willing to come back, as long as you are willing to come back, then when will you come back? We have already returned to Jiangcheng, why don't you just come here now, we will wait You have dinner together, okay?"

"Okay."

Xia Yu's expression remained unchanged, "But I want to bring someone back."

The person on the other side paused after hearing the words: "Bring someone? Who is it?"

"A classmate."

"Male and female?"

"male."

As soon as these two words came out, the other end of the phone fell silent.

Xia Yu heard heavy breathing.

After a long while, the other person said: "Are you angry with your father?"

Xia Yu said, "No."

There was no sound on the other side.

This time, the heavy breathing was mixed with a sigh.

Xia Yu pursed her lips with a calm expression.

The fingers that were only resting on the railing were curled up, and the phalanges stretched a little bit.

"You just won't come back?"

"It's fine to go back, but I want to bring my classmates with me."

"Can't you come back alone?"

Xia Yu's eyes were slightly closed, and his voice was cold: "I can't."

"..."

Beside the flower bed, several bags of hot pot ingredients had been wiped out by the small animals downstairs.

They raised their heads, meowing and meowing for more.

"I...I won't tell your dad. You..."

There was another silence on the phone, and then a heavy sigh came, "Forget it, you won't come back if you don't come back. Don't tell your father what kind of male classmates are not male classmates."

Chest heaves, patience runs out.

Xia Yu closed her eyes, closed the door of the dormitory and walked downstairs: "Got it, hang up." After speaking, he hung up the phone.

After going downstairs, Xia Yu took out the key and shook it at the group of small animals who were staring at him eagerly.

There was a crisp metal collision sound, and he said, "Come on, I'll treat you to a big meal."

On the other end, Zhou Ding was having breakfast.

He got up late, his grandparents went out for a walk, and his parents also went out for business, so he and the nanny were left at home.

At this time, three days have passed since he left Dragon City, and today is the fourth day.

In the past few days, Xia Yu didn't make a single phone call, nor did he send any new messages. Their chat history still stays in the sentence that makes him flustered once he reads it, "Let's have a good talk when you come back... "superior.

At this time, the mobile phone on the table vibrated.

At this time, no need to look at Zhou Ding to know that it was He Xinyang, because he had sent him a message at this time for three consecutive days.

[He Xinyang: Brother, are you awake? 】

【Zhou Ding: Wake up. 】

[He Xinyang: It's a new day, may I ask you to post on Moments today? 】

【Zhou Ding: Let me think about it again. 】

[He Xinyang:? 】

[He Xinyang: What are you hesitating about? ? 】

Zhou Ding looked at the message and didn't reply for a while.

After watching the meeting, he drank the remaining porridge in two or three gulps, then got up and went back to the room.He closed the door, sat down at the desk, then opened the drawer, and took out a stack of photos from it.

In fact, He Xinyang said that he prepared the photos the day after he returned home.

His parents had a barbecue party to welcome him back.

There were not many people invited, but they were all well-connected. There were neighbors, colleagues and friends at work, and many of them were boys and girls around his age.

A lot of photos were taken, and there was a pile of them after washing.

In this stack, there are two more that meet He Xinyang's requirements.

One was a group photo, and a girl standing obliquely in front of him happened to raise her head and smile at him when the photo was taken.

It seemed a little ambiguous, but in fact, the girl was not looking at him, but at her boyfriend. She was captured just as she looked up, so it looked like the girl was looking at him affectionately.

The other is a photo of his mother while he was grilling.

In the photo, he is standing in the middle, turning the steak with tongs with his head down.There were several boys and girls standing next to him, and because he was talking, they all looked at him.

This photo is not ambiguous, but extremely seductive.

Because these boys and girls are all newly signed models under his mother's banner, all of them have outstanding figures, deep facial features, and they are particularly superior and good-looking when taking pictures.Among them is a boy with a gloomy princely style, thick and thick brown-black hair, eyelashes like crow feathers, which complement the snow-white skin, and red lips that are dripping. At first glance, he is slightly similar to Xia Yu's temperament.

If he posted the two photos to Moments, Zhou Ding felt that if Xia Yu got them, he would definitely notice the girls in them, as well as this brown-black-haired boy.

but……

He never posted.

Even drafts have been edited.

——Nine pictures, assembled into a nine-square grid, one of these two pictures is placed on the fourth picture, and the other is placed at the end. They are all in inconspicuous positions, reserved and cryptic.And he also wrote the copywriting, which is a concise text that fits his style: I'm home.

Everything was ready the day after he got home.

But today is the fourth day he has been home, and this circle of friends is still lying in his draft box.

Because he was really hesitant.

Even though he felt that what He Xinyang said was right every time and he should listen to him, there was still no way to just post the photos to Moments so easily.

He always felt that this was not good.

He accepted the small routines like playing hard to get very quickly, because he felt that those small routines were more for fun, could make their relationship better, and would not cause any pressure or burden on Xia Yu.

But posting ambiguous photos...

Although the purpose is also for their relationship, if this method is successful, it will not bring positive emotions to Xia Yu, but negative suspicion and suspicion, misunderstanding and pressure.

He likes Xia Yu so much, why is he willing to make him unhappy?

So, this matter has been dragged on until now.

Just when Zhou Ding was struggling, the phone vibrated again.

[He Xinyang:? 】

[He Xinyang: Brother? 】

Zhou Ding lowered his eyes and typed back: [I am here. 】

[He Xinyang: How is it?What on earth do you think? 】

【Zhou Ding: Is there any other way? 】

[He Xinyang: ...you are so embarrassed about a circle of friends? 】

【Zhou Ding: Well, I don't want her to misunderstand. 】

【He Xinyang:...】

[He Xinyang: Don't think so seriously, a few photos are really nothing, I'm not asking you to post those kind of photos of pretending to be intimate with girls, but just two more girls in your photos, don't want you to look at each other What do you guys do, just take a normal group photo. At most, it will make her feel "wow, there are so many beauties around you, so you can get in touch with so many beauties", and it will definitely not cause misunderstandings. 】

[He Xinyang: I'm not stupid, your relationship has reached freezing point, wouldn't it be game over if you continue to misunderstanding?And even if there is a misunderstanding, it will only be useful after arousing her concern for you. 】

[He Xinyang: We have just started to take the first step. The key now is to make her realize your charm and make her regret letting go of such a big fish like you.do you understand? 】

Although Xia Yu lost one after another, his brother's encouragement gave Zhou Ding more confidence.

【Zhou Ding: I understand.Thanks bro. 】

[He Xinyang: Don't thank you, I won't feel at ease if I don't help you catch up with her money! 】

Zhou Ding smiled, then, he took a deep breath and looked at the two specially selected photos again.

If you look at these two photos regardless of personal emotions, they are indeed two very normal photos.

In the photo, one of him is looking forward, the other is looking down at the steak, without any eye contact with other people. Although the picture of the girl smiling at him is a bit ambiguous at first glance, the whole photo has a cheerful atmosphere. The girl is laughing, and several other people are also laughing. Putting the girl in the whole environment is actually not awkward at all.

Indeed, as He Xinyang said, it has not yet reached the point of causing misunderstanding.

and so……

Do you want to send it?

Zhou Ding lowered his eyes slightly, clicked into Moments, and opened the saved draft again.

The Jiugong grid and the copywriter are lying quietly inside.

Move your finger up to hover over the Send key.

Just one tap and this circle of friends will be sent.

hair?

The room was so quiet that Zhou Ding could even hear his own breathing clearly.

The Adam's apple rolled, and after taking a deep breath, he tapped his fingers lightly.

[Keep this edit? 】

【Reserved/Not reserved】

Zhou Ding pursed his lips, and clicked on "No Reservation".

Now, the draft that had been saved for three days disappeared completely.

Switching back to the chat interface, Zhou Ding typed——

[Zhou Ding: I'm sorry brother, I still don't want to post on Moments, thank you for thinking so much for me. 】

[He Xinyang:? ? 】

[Zhou Ding: She is very thoughtful and has no sense of security, so let's forget about this method. 】

[Zhou Ding: I know that you are trying to help me find a way, and I accept your intention.But I thought about it. Anyway, our relationship has reached this point. He is basically going to finish playing with me. No matter how bad it is, it won’t be too bad, so I’ll just follow my heart, anyway, the worst is like this up. 】

[Zhou Ding: Brother, thanks, you can go play games. [Hold fist]]

[He Xinyang: ... Then what are you going to do next? 】

【Zhou Ding: I want to chat with him. 】

I want to tell him everything I have been holding back in my heart for several days.

the other side.

Xia Yu searched around the supermarket, and didn't stop shopping until she couldn't hold anything in her hands.

A week later, his right leg has improved a lot. As long as he does not walk too much and walks slowly, he will hardly feel any pain.

He carried his things and returned to the flower bed downstairs in the dormitory.

After laying out a paper towel, he sat down by the flower bed.

All the little animals gathered around him, and the courageous cat even put its front paws on his knees, sniffing the food in his hands non-stop.

"Don't worry, I'll be fine soon."

He lowered his head, took everything apart, and put it on the ground.

The little guys who were on him were instantly drawn away, and they all leaned over to eat.

At this time, it was past five o'clock in the afternoon, and it was the time when day and night were handed over.

The Huoshaoyun in the sky is red and bright, imprinted in the pupils magnificent and gorgeous.

Suddenly, the unique beep sound of electric vehicles sounded in the distance.

Xia Yu looked up, and found that it was the security guard at the door who came to pick up his daughter who worked in the supermarket from get off work. Both of them had smiles on their faces, and the girl was still carrying two large bags of things.

Xia Yu knew that it was a New Year's gift.

He also knew there were two bottles of wine in it.

Because when he went shopping, he heard the girl chatting with other people, and he also heard the girl say that her father was going to guard the door, so he couldn't open his mouth to drink, so he specially bought two bottles of wine for him to enjoy.

"Meow~"

Suddenly, his finger was licked lightly.

Xia Yu looked away, and looked down to see that chubby big orange was putting its head on his palm, as if asking him to pet it.

"Are you full?" Xia Yu said softly, putting her hand on Daju's head.

The cats are registered with their school, each with a first and last name.

Usually, the students are often fed, so they are all fat, chubby, and very friendly.

"Meow~"

Daju purred, jumped onto the flower bed and lay down next to Xia Yu's hand, then turned over, revealing her white and chubby belly.Xia Yu blinked, a little pleasantly surprised: "Do you want me to touch your belly?"

"Meow~"

Xia Yu frowned, and gently placed her hand on Daju's belly.

Fuzzy, warm and soft to the touch.

"You're so cute."

He gently moved the cat's belly, "Come here for the next few days? Come celebrate the New Year with me. Huh? Okay?"

Daju closed his eyes comfortably, with a gurgle in his throat.

Seeing this, the smile in Xia Yu's eyes deepened.

At this moment, the phone in his pocket vibrated.

Xia Yu took it out and saw that it was Zhou Ding who sent him a message.

[Zhou Ding: [picture]]

[Zhou Ding: The morning in Paris is very beautiful today. 】

Xia Yu clicked on the picture and took a look.

In the picture, the sun has all risen, hanging in the clear blue sky.The light is not dazzling, it is a gentle golden yellow, very warm at first glance.

Did it take so long to think of sending a message to myself?

Xia Yu didn't reply, because she saw the words "typing..." above.

He wanted to see what Zhou Ding would say to him after such a day.

Xia Yu rubbed the cat's belly while waiting for news from the cat.

After a while, the notification sound finally sounded——

[Zhou Ding: Xia Yu. 】

Xia Yu suddenly laughed.

After struggling for so long, did he just type his name?This man is really...

【Zhou Ding: I miss you very much. 】

The smile on his face stopped, Xia Yu was slightly startled.

He stared straight at these words, and after a long while, he blinked and lowered his eyes to restrain his emotions.

He typed: 【When will you return to Dragon City? 】

Zhou Ding froze in place after seeing the news.

isn't it?

Is it so cold?

To actually ignore the message he sent in the past so directly...

So, Xia Yu didn't want to give him any chance at all?

Looking at this news, Zhou Ding once again felt the familiar chill in his heart.

He quickly cut to the calendar and glanced at it.

The day after tomorrow is New Year's Eve, and after New Year's Eve is the Spring Festival. They start school on the eighth day, and there are not many days left.

Do you want to put it off until school starts?

Or go back and talk to him after the new year?

It seems useless to delay time, Xia Yu looks like this, it feels like he won't be given any chance to fight for it.

After several turns in his mind, Zhou Ding decided to be more conservative——

[Zhou Ding: Not yet determined.I have to visit relatives during the Chinese New Year, and the specific time to go back is still uncertain. 】

[Xia Yu: Alright, let me know when you have decided on the time. 】

Zhou Ding: "..."

Are you so eager to break up with him?

Zhou Ding looked at this message and didn't know what to reply for a moment.

After a while, I typed: [Yes. 】

[Xia Yu: Why didn't you send me a message a few days ago?Didn't hear from me? 】

Zhou Ding: "..."

This, how is he going to answer this?

However, before he could organize his words, Xia Yu sent a new message——

【Xia Yu: [Picture]】

[Xia Yu: Is it still morning for you?It's dusk here. 】

Ok?

Zhou Ding blinked, a little dazed.

He glanced at the photo, and found that what Xia Yu took was not the scene of the sun setting, but a big fat cat turned over with its belly exposed.Xia Yu's hand was covering the big fat cat's belly, his fingers were slightly curled up, as if he was stroking the cat, and he looked very comfortable.

what's the situation?

Why did you suddenly shoot him a cat?

Zhou Ding frowned, slid his fingers, looked at the previous messages again, then slid to the back, and his eyes fell on this picture again.

After watching for a while, he tentatively replied——

[Zhou Ding: Are you masturbating cats? 】

[Xia Yu: Yes, she's quite cute, and she will take the initiative to turn her belly for me to touch. 】

Zhou Ding: "..."

Zhou Ding: "??"

He turned up and read the previous message again, thought for a while, and replied: [Chubby is quite cute. 】

[Xia Yu: Well, what about you, what are you doing now? 】

Is this to chat with him?

You are about to break up, and you still chat with him so kindly?

What the hell is going on here?

Zhou Ding was even more at a loss, but he still replied to Xia Yu's message first: [I just finished breakfast and am going out to play golf. 】

After replying, he skillfully took a screenshot and added a vague message, and sent it to He Xinyang in one go.

[Zhou Ding: [Picture] [Picture]]

[Zhou Ding:? ? ? 】

[He Xinyang:? ? ? 】

[Zhou Ding:? ? ? ? ? 】

[He Xinyang:? ? ? ? ? ? 】

The two frantically exchanged question marks, explaining what it means to be dumbfounded through the network cable.

It was Zhou Ding who was the first to react. He grinned and jumped up from his seat with a smile on his face.

[Zhou Ding: He Xinyang, I believe in your evil! !She didn't mean to break up with me at all! ! ! 】

[He Xinyang:? ? ?Blame me?Isn't all the information provided by you? 】

[Zhou Ding: I haven't slept well these days!I didn't eat well either! 】

[He Xinyang: You can eat and sleep well today! ! 】

【Zhou Ding: I'm speechless! 】

[He Xinyang: There is another village where the willows are dark and the flowers are bright!Congratulations brother! 】

Zhou Ding's chest rose and fell, and he kept taking deep breaths.

He walked back and forth in the study, feeling unbelievably excited like winning a lottery.

So after a long time, he thought too much?

So nothing at all?

So Xia Yu didn't intend to break up with him at all, it was all because of him scaring himself? !

It's simply...

Zhou Ding stroked his hair back with both hands, and exhaled vigorously at the same time.

What's the matter?

What kind of idiot am I?

After a while, Zhou Ding finally managed to calm down.

He pursed his lips hard, restrained the excitement in his heart, and sent Xia Yu a message——

[Zhou Ding: So you said you had something to talk to me about, what is it? 】

[Xia Yu:? 】

[Xia Yu: Did you see it? 】

[Xia Yu: Then why didn't you reply to me? 】

Zhou Ding was taken aback, the smile froze on his face.

Swallowing in his throat, he thought for a while and simply called.

Soon, the call was connected.Before saying hello, three words jumped out of Zhou Ding's mouth——

"sorry!!!"

Xia Yu on the other end of the phone was silent, and said, "Are you apologizing?"

Zhou Ding hummed: "Yes!"

"But why are you so happy?"