The slight melancholy that didnât want to grow up instantly disappeared.
Then, about what happened back then, they began to chatter on about it again. Seeing her mood had recovered, Duan Xi smiled, handed her the thermos cup, and watched her drink while talking, feeling that there was nothing in this world more blissful than this.
Two hours later, they arrived at a small town based on the address given by Qin Yue.
The small town couldnât compare to downtownâs bustling atmosphere, but despite its size, it had everything they could need.
Their car was in the middle, with Lu Zishu leading at the front.
Lu Zishu stopped the car halfway, got out from the driverâs seat, and ran to Duan Xiâs side. Duan Xi rolled down the window and watched him ask while warming his hands, "Brother Xi, are we going directly to Yueziâs school, or should we find a place to settle first?"
Duan Xi checked the time; they departed around eight this morning, and now it was already past ten. He turned to look at Ruan Jiaojiao, and after thinking briefly, she said, "Letâs go directly to the school and pick up Qin Yue for lunch together."
"Alright, then weâll drive straight over." Hearing Ruan Jiaojiao speak, Lu Zishu knew that her opinion was practically Duan Xiâs decision, so he turned to inform the other four cars.
After notifying each car, they drove towards the school.
Usually, this small town is quite peaceful. Although thereâs a specialized school here, the total number of students doesnât exceed a thousand, so the foot traffic isnât much. Suddenly, six stylish cars arrived, attracting the attention of many stores along the small street, with many people coming out to see whatâs happening, some even mistaking it for a wedding convoy.
Qin Yueâs exam ended this morning, and they were on break in the afternoon. When Ruan Jiaojiao and the others arrived at the school gate, the school hadnât yet closed for the holiday; the last exam was still underway. There wasnât a Door Guard at the entrance, but a few students were coming in and out intermittently.
Lu Zishu, unable to sit still, parked and went with Ruan Lei to see the situation inside the school. Ruan Jiaojiao, fearing the cold and not wanting to get out, chatted in the car with Xin Miao and Yu Rou, who ran over from behind.
Duan Xin leaned against the driverâs side door, chatting casually with Duan Xi.
About ten minutes later, Lu Zishu and Ruan Lei returned. Lu Zishu expressed annoyance, "Yueziâs school is truly small; Lei and I barely walked around before reaching the end."
"Did you see Qin Yue?" Ruan Jiaojiao asked.
"No, we didnât go into the teaching building since they were taking an exam." Although usually laid-back, Lu Zishu knew they were having exams, so he didnât wander into the teaching building, as it might disrupt them.
Ruan Jiaojiao nodded, and they all chatted idly.
About another quarter of an hour later, Yu Rou couldnât sit still anymore and got out of the car, trying to persuade Ruan Jiaojiao to stroll around the small street beside the school. Because of the schoolâs proximity, there were quite a few small accessory shops filled with trinkets. Although cheap, girls love browsing such stores.
Seeing that Ruan Jiaojiao was tempted, Duan Xi didnât stop them but got up to go to the trunk, pulling out a pair of black leather high-top snow boots, a beige cashmere scarf, and a red beret.
Ruan Jiaojiao took the hat and scarf, using a small mirror from the car to put them on. Duan Xi bent down, removed the short cotton boots from her feet, and gently put on the newly brought high-top snow boots, his movements careful and tender.