Chapter 29: Jealousy

Chapter 29: Chapter 29: Jealousy

Miao Xuanxuan did not accept the flowers, but frowned and said, "I’ve told you many times, Xiao Qiang, haven’t I? Don’t bring me flowers anymore."

Xiao Qiang didn’t mind Miao Xuanxuan’s attitude and said, "You have said so, but whether you accept them or not is your business, sending them is my business. I believe, sooner or later, I will touch your heart."

Miao Xuanxuan rolled her eyes and said, "You’re not my type at all; I’m afraid you’ll never have that chance in this lifetime."

"I believe that true sincerity can move even metal and stone. I will touch your heart with my sincerity and persistence. You can reject me for a day, a month, or even one or two years—it doesn’t matter."

Miao Xuanxuan touched her forehead and said, "You’re really annoying, do you know that?"

Xiao Qiang smiled slightly and said, "Xuanxuan, if you agree to go watch a movie with me tonight, I won’t bother you like this anymore."

Song Xiaodong found this amusing; he had never seen such a way of chasing a girl—it was like stubborn persistence refined to its utmost.

Miao Xuanxuan tightened her grip on Song Xiaodong’s arm, lifted her chin and said, "I’m sorry, Xiao Qiang, but I already have plans tonight."

"Plans? With whom?" Xiao Qiang asked loudly, as if his tail had been stepped on.

Plump girl Wang Jing could no longer hold back and said, "Coach Xiao, can’t you see, or what? Haven’t you noticed there’s another person standing next to Coach Miao?"

Only then did Xiao Qiang notice that Miao Xuanxuan was arm-in-arm with Song Xiaodong; his face immediately darkened, and he glared at Song Xiaodong venomously and asked, "Who is he?"

The smile on Miao Xuanxuan’s face brightened even more as she said, "Can’t you tell? He’s my boyfriend."

But Xiao Qiang buzzed resentfully, "Boyfriend? You’re lying. I’ve never heard you had a boyfriend before. He must be some decoy you found out of nowhere."

Song Xiaodong inwardly praised, not thinking Xiao Qiang was so foolish.

Miao Xuanxuan pouted and said, "What do you know? My boyfriend has always been abroad, and I wouldn’t expect you to believe me if I mentioned it. Now that he’s back, I can bring him out openly." Turning her head towards Song Xiaodong, she pouted her lips, leaned into him, and in a needy demeanor said, "Xiaodong, don’t think too much. Although he has always pursued me, I’ve never accepted him. When you were not around, I’ve kept myself pure."

Song Xiaodong also admired Miao Xuanxuan’s acting skills, as he wrapped his arm around Miao Xuanxuan’s waist. Although he was smiling, he spoke quite domineeringly, "Of course, I believe you. Now that I’m back, I won’t allow anyone else to pursue you like this."

Miao Xuanxuan’s body stiffened a bit, but she soon leaned her head on Song Xiaodong’s shoulder and revealed a radiant smile, saying, "Xiaodong, you really are wonderful."

"That’s right, you’re my girlfriend after all. I have to be good to you." Song Xiaodong couldn’t help but gently stroke her waist, which had no trace of excess fat and felt perfect.

Miao Xuanxuan pinched Song Xiaodong hard in the ribs and said, "Xiaodong, don’t flaunt our intimacy in front of others. It’s unbearable."

Song Xiaodong inhaled sharply from the pain, quickly agreeing, "Yes, yes, it really is unbearable."

Where could others see the deceit between the two? To the onlookers, they seemed utterly smitten with each other. Xiao Qiang’s face was incredibly ugly as he glared at Song Xiaodong and said, "Kid, are you really Xuanxuan’s boyfriend?"

"Exactly!" Song Xiaodong met Xiao Qiang’s gaze and said, "Xuanxuan has mentioned you to me. Seeing you, I’m relieved. How could Xuanxuan ever like a guy like you?"

These words clearly showed his disdain for Xiao Qiang, prompting him to grit his teeth and say, "Very well, you better be careful, kid. If you think you can compete with me, Xiao Qiang, over a woman, you’re still too green."

Song Xiaodong shook his head and said, "You’re wrong there. Xuanxuan has always been my girlfriend; she’s mine. Why would I need to compete with you?"

"Alright! Kid, let’s have a one-on-one fight!" Xiao Qiang pointed at Song Xiaodong’s nose and shouted.

Song Xiaodong frowned and said, "A one-on-one fight? Sounds boring."

Miao Xuanxuan quickly tugged at Song Xiaodong’s clothes and whispered, "Don’t agree to it, he’s the local Taekwondo coach, and he’s very strong."

Xiao Qiang’s eyes bulged as he said, "What’s the matter? Scared? A big man, relying on a woman to protect him? If you’re a man, then fight me one-on-one. I’ll even give you the advantage of one hand. If you don’t even have the ability to protect a woman, what right do you have to be Xuanxuan’s boyfriend?"

Song Xiaodong narrowed his eyes and said, "Fine, then I’ll fight you one-on-one."

Xiao Qiang puffed out his chest and said, "Good, if I lose to this kid, then I’ll never bother you again. But if he loses, you’ll be my girlfriend."

At this, Miao Xuanxuan’s other good friend, Li Yue, couldn’t stand it any longer and disdainfully said, "Xiao Qiang, have you no shame? You’re a Sanda coach, and you dare to make such a demand? Shall we then also compete to see who studies better, who can get into a university?"

"Yeah, how about we also compete to see who reads more books?"

The four good friends of Miao Xuanxuan took turns rebuking Xiao Qiang. They were not afraid of Xiao Qiang, and they were tired of seeing him cling to Miao Xuanxuan incessantly.

Xiao Qiang’s face turned red; he hadn’t even graduated from high school. Miao Xuanxuan’s words directly implied he was uneducated. Clenching his teeth, he said, "A man should compare who has the harder fist, who can fight better."

"Alright! I accept your challenge," Song Xiaodong readily agreed again.

"Are you crazy?" All four girls widened their eyes in shock.

Song Xiaodong exerted a slight force on his arm, hugged Miao Xuanxuan tighter, puffed out his chest, and said, "As Xuanxuan’s boyfriend, how could I show weakness? Today, I will let everyone see that no matter who it is or by what means they try, no one can snatch you away from me."

Song Xiaodong’s words were so commanding that it made all four girls sparkle with admiration, and they understood why Song Xiaodong could be Miao Xuanxuan’s boyfriend. His commanding presence was truly captivating.

Xiao Qiang hadn’t expected Song Xiaodong would agree so readily. Although he doubted, his confidence in himself was tremendous. He jerked his chin up, then arrogantly gave a thumbs-up before flipping his wrist so the thumb pointed to the ground, his expression arrogant and his eyes fierce as he said, "Kid, see you in the ring. I will show you... what a real man is. I’ll have you... groveling on the ground like a dog begging for mercy." Then he turned and walked away with his nose in the air.

Song Xiaodong frowned; this Xiao Qiang really was asking for a beating.