I Like You And I Wouldn't Tell
Good coffee, great coffee
The final bell of the school day rang at precisely 3:00 PM. Ruoyu and Xi'an is walking their way to check out the new coffee shop on their small town.
Under the pretense of a caramel macchiato craving, Ruoyu insisted on inviting Xi'an.
Ruoyu
*walks side-by-side with Xi'an*
Xi'an
How come I've never heard of this? *grins showing his teeth*
Xi an's thin lips created a slight pout and he immediately retracted it. Ruoyu chuckles softly by his side.
Ruoyu
I've just heard it too from the girls. Since I invited you the treat is mine. *turn her gaze into him*
Xi'an
You say so, I wouldn't refuse.
Xi'an will readily accepts good fortune when it comes his way.
Who could refuse a free food? Xi'an comes from a modest background. He isn't picky either; free food was free food, he wasn't one to turn down a free meal.
Both saw the inviting coffee shop and entered.
Ruoyu
Their coffee was perfectly well-blended, and the bread wasn't overly sweet. So soft. Eat, waste no time!
Xi'an
*Him who is already eating happily*
Ruoyu
The food was excellent; this place is going to be a hit! It would even make a great date spot. "How's food, Xi'an?"
Ruoyu
Is there someone would you like to invite? O.O *blink* *blink*
Xi'an
I can't think of anyone to bring. *smiles at Ruoyu*
The coffee shop was truly excellent, and Xi'an found himself wondering who he could invite. His mind, however, remained frustratingly empty.
It didn't need to be someone he had romantic feelings for. A friend or colleague would do. Right, a friend! Lichen came to his mind, though thinking of yesterday's incident. It wasn't a major issue. Lichen is a friend, a family to him. A good coffee together would be a perfect way to strengthen their brotherly bond.
Xi'an came into a decision.
Xi'an
"Ruoyu, would you like to join me here again sometime?"
Ruoyu
*stares with eyes widened* Ah! *silenced a bit* "Xi'an you're really asking for me?"
Xi'an
"Yes, let's come back here after class,"
Walking home beside Xi'an, Ruoyu remained in daze by their recent coffee shop experience. Her mind still processing for a moment. Once home, Ruoyu swear to leave a glowing five-star review on the coffee shop's website and recommend it online.
Xi'an
*turns his head at Ruoyu* Bye now, take care Ruoyu. *gently smiles*
Ruoyu
*nods at him* take care Xi'an-ge.
Xi'an casually pushed open the door of their room. He is greeted by the sight of Lichen sat before his computer, one hand propping his chin and is now staring at Xi'an.
Xi'an
*stood in silence, his gaze on Lichen*
Lichen's gaze made him felt like a partner who returned home late from a secret affair, finally caught in 4k.
Lichen
Where did you go? *shifts gaze into computer*
Xi'an
I've check out the newly open shop with Ruoyu. You came home by yourself?
Lichen remained silent. It's very obvious. Of course, he came home by himself. They're roommates. But shouldn't roommates come home together?
Xi'an was on edge. He planned to invite Lichen to the coffee shop. Now he was unsure how to broach the subject.
Xi'an
I forget to text you. *realizing* Wait a minute! You didn't wake me for school this morning, went off on your own, and now you're giving me the cold shoulder?
Lichen
Drop the nonsense. Get change.
Xi'an tossed his bag and uniform on his bed and goes inside the bathroom and to change in a comfortable shirt. He then take this chance to ask Lichen who's outside.
Xi'an
*speaks in a restrained tone manner* Chen. Want to come along to that coffee shop? *grit his teeth slightly*
The young man in question outside reponds in a low-voice.
Xi'an
Ruoyu will be there as well.
Exiting the bathroom, Xi'an playfully jumped onto his bed, then lay still. Lichen's ears were assaulted once more by the familiar sound of Xi'an's snore from early morning.
His brows furrowed, and he walked toward the young man who's sleeping soundly. Lichen then grabbed the blanket from the side and roughly covered Xi'an. His gaze lingered on the sleeping person for a few seconds before returning to his seat.
Comments
Laqueno Sebaña
I couldn't put this book down, it was that good!
2025-07-14
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