Phi-Fic Chapter 98 You have someone you like. Who? Me.
Chapter 98 You have someone you like. Who? Me.
The call was hung up.
The boy's slightly long, tousled hair fluttered gently in the bleak autumn wind, his brows furrowed, and his eyes somewhat unfocused.
Pei Shuoxun rubbed his temples and slid his long fingers across his phone screen.
Even on weekends, there are still quite a few active users on the campus forum.
Doesn't anyone think Shi Sui and Pei Shuo Xun are a match made in heaven?!
Amidst a sea of posts discussing exam rankings and campus beauty pageants, this post unexpectedly attracted considerable attention due to its bold statements and unconventional approach.
Just as Pei Shuoxun was about to delete the post, he noticed that there were quite a few comments below it.
Out of curiosity, I couldn't resist taking a look at the comments.
2L: What's the OP's point of view? Do these two people know each other?
3L: The real tricks often use the simplest methods. Tell me, OP, you're spreading rumors with such ulterior motives, do you like Chi Yan or Xu Chaomu?
4L: This is getting more and more outrageous.
5L: Is Shi Sui a succubus? Why does every guy like her? You're crazy.
6L: I haven't seen such a bizarre couple in a long time. I'd rather believe I'm Qin Shi Huang than believe this.
7L: Does this mean we, the Pei Ying faction, don't exist? OP, if you're so capable, don't stay anonymous!
8L: Upstairs, stop shipping them randomly. Pei Shuoxun doesn't like Shangguan Ying at all; they're just friends.
9L: Upstairs, Shangguan Ying doesn't even look at Pei Shuoxun. She's the only one who's beautiful.
……
What followed was a war of words.
Shangguan Ying and Pei Shuoxun are the school's most beautiful and handsome students at Xinghua University, with countless supporters and high popularity. There are also many die-hard fans and CP fans. Various forces are arguing on forums to release the pressure after the exams.
Pei Shuoxun wanted to delete the post as soon as he saw the second comment.
Ha, what do you mean they don't know each other? When he met Shi Sui, this guy didn't even know how to use the internet!
Pei Shuoxun browsed through all the comments and finally spotted one that showed some insight.
42L: Shi Sui and Chi Yan are both fine, why not Pei Shuoxun?! I love watching Heart-to-Heart Cookies! I love watching the two brothers fight over love and bicker!
Although Pei Shuoxun didn't understand what "heart-to-heart cookies" meant, nor did he understand how Shi Sui and Chi Yan could get together, at least one sentence in 42L resonated with him.
He is the one who is most compatible with Shi Sui.
He and Shi Sui knew each other first, so why should the later one be the one to surpass him?
Pei Shuoxun eventually deleted the post and got up to walk outside.
As soon as I opened the door, I was caught off guard and knocked twice on the chest.
Pei Shuoxun hummed in agreement, a pleased smile curving his lips.
Fate is like that, always bringing the target to your doorstep.
Shi Sui went to find Pei Shuoxun. Just as she was about to knock on the door, the door opened first, and her subconscious knocking motion hit his chest.
The boy had bandages wrapped around his chest and gauze wrapped around his arms.
The fight was very ethical; no one hit the face. The injuries were mainly on the body, but the face remained as elegant and flawless as ever.
He had an excellent physique, with broad shoulders and long legs. The bandages and gauze on his body were like embellishments, making him look more like a male model walking the runway in a battle-worn style than a patient.
But Shi Sui could only see the bandages: "What happened? You got beaten up so badly?"
“You’re about the same.” Pei Shuoxun leaned down, deliberately getting very close, and touched the gauze on Shi Sui’s forehead with his fingertip.
He glanced up at Chi Yan, who was standing behind Shi Sui, his eyes dark and brooding.
The next second, Chi Yan gently pulled Shi Sui back like a protective mother, creating distance between her and Pei Shuoxun.
The atmosphere was subtle.
Shi Sui felt that Chi Yan was acting strangely. She had something to discuss with Pei Shuoxun, so why was he trying to pull her away?
Pei Shuoxun stepped aside and said, "Shi Sui, come in."
Shi Sui had barely taken a step when Chi Yan followed closely behind.
Pei Shuoxun extended his long arm to block her way, his tone remaining polite: "Chi Yan, Shi Sui and I have something to discuss. Could you please wait outside for a moment?"
His expression was as gentle as ever, a stark contrast to Chi Yan's displeasure.
"Is there anything I can't listen to?"
“If you insist on listening,” Pei Shuoxun lowered his arm and smiled, “then I can’t stop you. As for what you don’t want to hear or see, don’t take action.”
The atmosphere became awkward again.
Chi Yan had a complete idea of what Pei Shuoxun was going to say.
He reached out to take Shi Sui's hand: "Shi Sui, you've already seen Pei Shuoxun. He's perfectly fine. Let's go."
Shi Sui put her hands in her pockets and escaped unharmed.
She looked up at him, equally politely: "Chi Yan, I have something to ask Pei Shuoxun. Could you excuse yourself for a moment?"
Chi Yan paused for a moment, glanced at Shi Sui, and then at Pei Shuoxun.
Suddenly, he became an outsider.
"Is it inconvenient for me to hear?" he asked.
“That’s right.” Shi Sui nodded.
She genuinely had something to consult Pei Shuoxun, fearing that Chi Yan would be furious if he heard it.
Chi Yan stared at her face for two seconds, but finally gave in: "Don't believe anything he says."
After seeing Shi Sui obediently nod and say "oh," he then half-closed the door to the ward.
He believed that Shi Sui had ways to protect herself.
Only Shi Sui and Pei Shuoxun remained in the room.
One had gauze on his head, and the other had bandages wrapped around his chest and arms; their hospital gowns looked like matching outfits.
"We were supposed to have dinner and watch a movie today," Pei Shuoxun said with a helpless smile. "I didn't expect it to turn out like this."
Shi Sui felt a little guilty, after all, those people came for her, and Pei Shuoxun's injuries were entirely her responsibility.
"Are you still in pain?" Shi Sui asked.
Pei Shuoxun pointed to his chest and curled his lips into a smile: "It still hurts a little here, do you want to take a look?"
"It hurts? I don't know how to diagnose it. Should I go and call a doctor for you?"
Pei Shuoxun sighed softly: "No need, it doesn't hurt anymore."
Shi Sui glanced at him suspiciously and stopped dwelling on the topic.
"Pei Shuoxun, I have something to ask you."
"Shi Sui, there's something I need to tell you."
The two spoke almost simultaneously, their eyes meeting in mid-air. Pei Shuoxun chuckled lightly, "You go first."
"Chi Yan confessed his feelings to me last night."
Those few words felt like an eternity to him.
Pei Shuoxun stared at her face, analyzing from her expression: "You didn't agree."
"Of course not," Shi Sui said frankly. "I told him last night that I'd think about it."
"consider?"
Pei Shuoxun froze, his peach blossom eyes hidden by long eyelashes, revealing a deep melancholy.
He had never felt that there was a moment when he and Shi Sui were so far apart.
Even during the three years he couldn't find her, he always held onto hope.
As long as I can find her, we will definitely be together.
Now, a third party has suddenly appeared out of nowhere and forcefully intervened between them.
She even confessed her feelings before him!
Not even the slightest consideration is allowed!
Pei Shuoxun was silent for a moment, then suddenly grabbed her hand and leaned down to get closer.
"Why are you reacting so strongly?" Shi Sui looked at him with a puzzled expression.
Their eyes met, and Pei Shuoxun's voice was slightly hoarse: "Shi Sui, you told me you didn't like him, but now you've fallen for him again?"
Tempted?
Not only did I have it, but I was also very tempted.
Shi Sui was very tempted by Chi Yan's money and his underworld connections.
But she was too embarrassed to say it out loud, so Shi Sui shook her head: "No, I came to you because I wanted to ask how to reject him."
Pei Shuoxun's expression relaxed slightly.
Shi Sui: "I was too tired last night and my mind wasn't clear. I felt... if I didn't agree, he definitely wouldn't let me go, so I could only say I'd think about it."
Pei Shuoxun's expression relaxed by seven-tenths.
Shi Sui: "But considering it is only a temporary measure. We still need to refuse clearly. Giving us the cold shoulder is too torturous. So, is there a better way to refuse?"
Pei Shuoxun's expression completely relaxed.
He tucked the stray hairs from Shi Sui's cheek behind her ear, his movements slow and gentle, his warm breath caressing her ear.
Finally, he spoke in a hoarse voice, "It's simple. Just tell him you have someone you like."
"Hmm? Where?"
"its me."
The boy's voice was gentle and tender, with a hint of amusement.
Shi Sui looked at him in disbelief, her eyes fixed on his magnified face.