Chapter 42

Chapter 5: If You Insist, Fine!

　　Emmmmm.

　　Yuan Xiaoling took two seconds to think about it, then decided to close the wardrobe door.

　　”Uh, can the school’s deadstock swimwear be tailored? I’ll study it and see if I can modify it to fit girls with big… assets.”

　　But her two roommates didn’t respond; they just silently stared at her.

　　”What, why are you looking at me like this?”

　　”No reason, it’s just…” Gu Hui sighed, “I remember the other night, someone messaged us saying that a girlfriend is all talk, a paper tiger. Even if she stood naked in front of her, she wouldn’t be afraid. Strange, who was that?”

　　Qiao Lili: “It definitely wasn’t Xiaoling. Has nothing to do with our Xiaoling.”

　　Yuan Xiaoling’s lips twitched: “I… I did say that, no problem with that. The reason I’m not wearing this absolutely isn’t because I’m afraid of her…”

　　”Yeah, yeah, that’s right,” Gu Hui nodded, “Xiaoling could suffocate her with just one Dabeitù. How could she possibly be afraid?”

　　Qiao Lili: “Just pin her down on the bed!”

　　Gu Hui: “Not wearing this swimsuit is an act of mercy on her part. Otherwise, she’d pass out as soon as she starts and won’t be able to get up again.”

　　Qiao Lili: “Let her off easy.”

　　Yuan Xiaoling’s face tightened because everything her roommates said was exactly what she had posted in the QQ group the other night.

　　”It’s fine, we understand. Xiaoling is absolutely not a coward…”

　　”Alright, stop talking! I’ll wear it!” Yuan Xiaoling gritted her teeth and took out that swimsuit from Akizaki Suna’s collection.

　　The light blue fabric felt very soft and comfortable to the touch, definitely not some cheap stuff.

　　Makes sense, considering how little there is, the quality has to be good or else how would it sell?

　　…………

　　Bai Ling woke up.

　　Today’s sunshine was bright, evident even from the sliver of light seeping through the curtains. It was a perfect day for a seaside date.

　　[Lingling: Wake up! Don’t live like a princess, I’ve been up for ages already. We should head out!]

　　This message on her mobile phone was sent twenty minutes ago. Bai Ling twitched her lips, not believing Yuan Xiaoling’s claim for a second.

　　She probably just woke up and sent the message immediately.

　　Just as she was about to leave, her roommate suddenly called out, “Wait, Bai Ling.”

　　Then the two roommates handed her something from either side.

　　Red dates milk, Ejiao candy, and such.

　　”What’s this for?” Bai Ling asked, confused.

　　”To replenish your blood and energy,” her roommate said mysteriously, “Take it with you and eat when you have time.”

　　”After all, you’re bound to have a fierce battle tonight!”

　　”Right, maybe it’ll start during the day.”

　　”…”

　　At this point, there was no use arguing. Bai Ling quietly accepted the “supplies” and left the dormitory.

　　She didn’t look for Yuan Xiaoling first but went to the office to find the academic advisor instead.

　　”What? You’re asking for leave again today?”

　　The advisor thought, “You’ve only been here half a day this week, and now you’re asking for leave again,” but remembering Bai Ling’s formidable fighting power, he still kindly asked, “What’s the reason?”

　　”Valentine’s Day,” Bai Ling said expressionlessly, “Going on a date with my girlfriend.”

　　”…”

　　The advisor managed to hold back his thoughts and forced a smile, “Although I don’t want Bai Ling to neglect her studies because of romance, holidays are rare.”

　　He then signed the leave form.

　　Come to think of it, she didn’t even ask for leave when she skipped classes before. The advisor suddenly wondered if she was really here just for leave.

　　”I have another favor to ask, teacher.” Bai Ling added.

　　”Of course… cough, I mean, what is it?”

　　”My girlfriend and I are going to the seaside, it’s far away, so I’d like to borrow your car.”

　　”Bai Ling!” The advisor couldn’t help himself anymore, “Don’t push your luck! Approving your leave with such a reason is already quite…”

　　The white-haired maiden sighed silently, a flash of red light passed through her eyes, and the advisor immediately quieted down.

　　”Ah, right, the seaside is far, you need a car.”

　　Then he handed over the keys.

　　Bai Ling humphed lightly, thinking, what’s the point of being polite when mental invasion always works.

　　Driving the counselor’s black Benz and waiting by the school gate, after ten minutes, Yuan Xiaoling arrived.

　　”I told you I woke up early, don’t doubt me. Gu Hui and Qiao Lili can vouch for me. We even discussed it for a while… Hey, whose car is this?”

　　Yuan Xiaoling opened the car door and curiously asked her.

　　”The counselor’s.” Bai Ling replied.

　　”The counselor’s car is so easy to borrow?” Yuan Xiaoling was surprised, “Your counselor is really nice.”

　　”…”

　　Whether the person is nice or not is debatable, but the car is indeed easy to borrow.

　　Driving away from the school, Bai Ling asked, “Do you need to buy a swimsuit first? Where can we get one that fits?”

　　Mainly because her chest is too large, making it hard to find one.

　　”No need, just buy yours.”

　　She turned her head and saw Yuan Xiaoling cutely stick out her tongue, “I already have one.”

　　She bought a very sexy swimsuit before coming over.

　　It’s truly sexy, not like those scams from Natsume where everything leaks out, causing chaos.

　　”Alright, let’s go straight then.” Bai Ling said.

　　She doesn’t need to buy one either. Swimming is a major sport category, physical education students have swimming classes, so naturally, they are equipped with school swimsuits.

　　The journey is quite long, more than an hour on the highway. Yuan Xiaoling quickly got bored and lowered the window to enjoy the wind.

　　”Have you never been to the seaside before?” Bai Ling asked.

　　”Hmm, I mentioned it to you before, I’ve always wanted to go but never had the chance.”

　　”You’ve been in Tianhai City for so long and never had the chance?”

　　”Not that long,” Yuan Xiaoling came to her senses and rolled up the window, “I just came here for school. My hometown is… oh right, Chunhai City, there’s no beach there, so I couldn’t go.”

　　Chunhai City may have ‘sea’ in its name, but it’s far from the ocean.

　　”Since you’ve never been to the sea,” Bai Ling questioned, “Why buy a swimsuit beforehand?”

　　”For photos!” Yuan Xiaoling answered instantly.

　　Bai Ling remained silent for several seconds before spitting out three words, “Welfare Girl?”

　　”That’s not true! I… I just wanted to take a look at myself.”

　　Feeling like her explanation lacked persuasiveness, Yuan Xiaoling huffed, “You’ll see once we get there!”

　　After saying that, she closed her eyes to nap. She woke up too early, and her head was feeling dizzy.

　　Zzzz

　　After a one-hour nap, they arrived, Bai Ling called her to get out of the car.

　　Today is said to be Liyue Valentine’s Day, but it’s not an actual holiday, so most people still need to go to school or work. The beach in Tianhai City hasn’t reached its peak season yet, and the number of tourists on the beach is moderate—not too crowded, not too quiet.

　　After passing through the dedicated changing rooms, they officially entered the beach.

　　The two used adjacent booths. Bai Ling quickly changed into the school swimsuit, her slim and slender figure exuding a streamlined beauty.

　　Back then, she joined the Physical Education Department because she practiced swimming.

　　In the neighboring booth, Yuan Xiaoling was taking her time, and if you listened closely, you could hear phrases like “How do you tie this string again?” “Wow, pervert,” “Will it snap?” etc.

　　”Are you done yet?” Bai Ling couldn’t help but ask.

　　”Almost… I’m coming!”

　　Yuan Xiaoling pushed open the booth door, and Bai Ling’s gaze was instantly drawn and fixed.