Chapter 159

Chapter 159: Make Up Together Today

After listening to Mei Fang’s rendition of “I’m Willing,” Xia Yuan was very pleased and praised him enthusiastically.

Mei Fang felt extremely embarrassed by Xia Yuan’s compliments and, after being modest for a while, urged everyone to go back to rest.

He did not realize that his routine act of pouring water today had helped him avoid a significant crisis.

In fact, Xia Yuan had always thought that Mei Fang favored her more because she and Mei Fang were closer from childhood, while Lin You Xi would only watch silently from the side.

Of course, her confidence gradually faded after middle school as Lin You Xi’s excellence began to surpass her. She also realized that Lin You Xi had long surpassed her in many ways.

During their time living together in high school, she saw Lin You Xi’s advances, but she did not stop her; it was Lin You Xi’s freedom.

She also wanted to see how Mei Fang would react to Lin You Xi and if he had a deep bond with her like she did with him.

She sensed that there must be many stories between her Ah Fang and Lin You Xi that she wasn’t part of.

Mei Fang was not just the hero who was willing to run away with her; he was also someone who silently protected and nurtured Lin You Xi.

Xia Yuan wouldn’t ask Lin You Xi about these things because she feared Lin You Xi might not want to share those secrets or might reluctantly reveal cherished memories due to their relationship.

Her retreat during today’s performance revealed her lack of confidence.

At first, she hoped Mei Fang could provide an answer, but now she wished he would never have to choose.

If Ah Fang had to choose, he certainly wouldn’t choose her.

Lin You Xi was so outstanding, reliable as a business partner, and capable of managing C Station independently. Her cooking skills were on par with Ah Fang’s mother, and she took good care of him.

“I… I can’t do anything except play around. Singing and making music are my strengths.”

But, if she had to write lyrics as good as Ah Fang’s or compose melodies as beautiful as his, she wasn’t sure she could.

“What’s wrong, Yuan Yuan?”

Lin You Xi noticed Xia Yuan’s troubled expression and asked softly, “Still thinking about the song Ah Fang sang?”

“Yeah… Yes.”

Xia Yuan scratched her head. “I admire Ah Fang now. His ability to compose and write lyrics rivals top artists. Compared to him, I’m nothing.”

“You shouldn’t say that… I don’t think you’re any worse than Ah Fang.”

Lin You Xi patted Xia Yuan’s shoulder. “Be more confident. Your charm shines when you believe in yourself.”

“Oh, stop it! You’re such a bad You Xi!”

Xia Yuan pinched Lin You Xi’s arm, and Lin You Xi retaliated by tickling Xia Yuan. They bickered all the way, getting along very well, which made Mei Fang, walking ahead, feel very happy.

He was already satisfied with his performance tonight and was even happier to receive professional praise from Yuan Yuan.

Although Yuan Yuan might have some bias, he couldn’t deny that her feelings were genuine.

In his previous life, although he loved music, he never sang in front of others and only played the role of an atmosphere setter at karaoke bars.

This was his first heartfelt performance since his voice changed, thanks to years of studying music theory and practicing guitar.

He was determined to secure a spot on the stage at the Autumn Festival.

That night, after returning home, Xia Yuan and Lin You Xi played Rainbow Island for a bit, and Mei Fang went to take a bath first. When he came out, Xia Yuan stopped him.

“Didn’t I tell you to dry your hair after washing it? Why can’t you remember?”

“I couldn’t find the hair dryer in the bathroom… You guys always put it somewhere random.”

“The hair dryer is always on the first shelf above the mirror in the bathroom. I put it there… What do you mean by random? You didn’t look properly.”

Xia Yuan stormed off to the bathroom to fetch the hair dryer. Mei Fang reached out to take it, but Xia Yuan waved it around, saying, “Come to the living room. I’ll dry your hair for you.”

Reluctantly, Mei Fang sat on a small stool next to the sofa, letting Xia Yuan dry his hair from behind.

As Xia Yuan patiently dried Mei Fang’s hair, they chatted aimlessly.

“Afang will become a big star someday.”

“Who said I want to be a star? Singing is just self-fulfillment…”

Mei Fang was merely a copycat. He lacked any extraordinary musical talent and was content with using Hao Ge’s talent to achieve his past wishes. He had no intention of venturing into the entertainment industry.

“You finally admit it. Some people never get the chance to enjoy self-fulfillment like you do…”

Xia Yuan continued drying Mei Fang’s hair and suddenly leaned in, sniffing him.

“What are you doing?”

“I suddenly feel… Ah Fang, you smell so good…”

“It’s because I used a new shower gel today.”

“Yeah, that new shower gel smells really nice.”

“Hey, what are you two doing?”

Mei Fang felt very uncomfortable as both Xia Yuan and Lin You Xi played with him, sniffing him.

“Do we still need to dry your hair? If not, I’m leaving!”

Poor little Mei Fang managed to escape from the two female demons, still feeling shaken afterward.

These two girls seemed very different today.

It must be because my song was too good… Oh, I should’ve known better than to sing love songs in front of them.

Let’s go to bed early today.

Mei Fang poured himself a glass of water and saw Xia Yuan and Lin You Xi carrying laundry baskets into the bathroom.

“Hey, you two are old enough to wash separately…”

“Jealous?”

Lin You Xi boldly rubbed Xia Yuan’s sensitive area in front of Mei Fang, causing Xia Yuan to emit a shameful sound, nearly choking Mei Fang with his water.

“Stop it! You’re too much, You Xi!”

Xia Yuan pushed Lin You Xi into the bathroom, and Mei Fang trembled, putting down his glass.

Please, I’m a normal guy…

How can a boy endure this?

Mei Fang tossed and turned, disturbed by the laughter from the bathroom, mostly from Yuan Yuan.

He used to dismiss his mother’s worries, but now he understood how wise adults could be.

When Aunt Liang wasn’t around, Yuan Yuan and You Xi were completely different people.

Especially this Lin You Xi.

She was truly very dangerous.

Mei Fang drifted into sleep amidst unease.

He never locked his door when sleeping because boys who lock doors are often assumed to be doing crafts, and Aunt Liang was usually at home, so they wouldn’t dare do anything to him.

But Mei Fang forgot something very important.

Xia Yuan and Lin You Xi came out of the bathroom, rubbing each other’s hair.

“Really… You Xi, you can’t keep teasing me like this. I can’t take it anymore.”

“Yuan Yuan, you seem to be enjoying it.”

“That’s not enjoyment! That’s… You Xi, you’re too much!”

Xia Yuan blushed and hit Lin You Xi a few times, but Lin You Xi didn’t get angry and just smiled, continuing to dry Xia Yuan’s hair.

They left the bathroom and peeked into Mei Fang’s bedroom through the slightly open door.

“Afang fell asleep so quickly.”

Xia Yuan sighed with regret. “We haven’t topped up our energy today. It’s a shame.”

“We can still do it now.”

Lin You Xi opened the door again and extended her hand toward Xia Yuan. “Today, let’s top up together, okay?”

Work is too busy! There’s one more chapter today. I’ll try my best to update it.

(End of Chapter)