Shu Rao's heartbeat was completely out of rhythm, and her whole body felt inexplicably tense, as if every cell in her body felt his presence. She grabbed the hem of her clothes with both hands, and had the urge to turn around and run away.
"Ahem..." Lou Yi couldn't help coughing slightly to ease the awkward atmosphere, and asked hoarsely, "Where is Xinxin?"
Shu Rao also looked away in panic, twitching the corner of his mouth, and replied hesitantly, "I went... to play downstairs... I'll be back in a while."
She said a simple sentence hesitantly, so she bit her lip subconsciously, then quickly pretended to be nonchalant and said, "You sit down for a while, I'll go pour the tea."
After saying that, she turned around and ran to the kitchen. Because she was going too fast, she tripped on the slippers under her feet and almost fell down. Fortunately, she stabilized herself in time and did not lose face again. However, she was so upset inside that she wanted to hit the wall with annoyance.
!
Lou Yi looked at her staggering back, and his nerves tensed up unconsciously. Yingting's eyebrows furrowed tightly. He was really afraid that something would happen to her again. Should he save her or not?
Shu Rao finally entered the kitchen safely, but she felt top-heavy, her brain was severely deprived of oxygen, her face was red, her heartbeat was beating, and her breathing was rapid. She quickly heated the hot water. As the water heated up, hot steam came out from the spout. She
But I felt that my face was even hotter, and I wanted to get into the refrigerator to cool down for a while.
Three minutes later, the automatically tripped kettle clicked and the power went out. She took out the tea leaves, brewed the tea, took several deep breaths, and then walked back to the living room carrying the tray.
Lou Yi had already sat on the sofa, with an upright posture and straight shoulders. He didn't know whether it was because of military habits or nervousness, but he looked very reserved.
"Please use it." Shu Rao bent down and placed the tray on the coffee table, then handed him the tea cup.
Lou Yi's breathing tightened again, and he swore that he really didn't mean it, but as soon as she bent over, the heart-shaped neckline lowered, and the white ravine on her chest was exposed, although it was not very exposed.
But he still saw it.
"Ahem..." He quickly looked away, took the tea cup and took a sip, but forgot that the tea was boiling hot!
He frowned, and his whole body felt warm.
Shu Rao opened his eyes wide, "Are you okay?"
Completely unaware that she herself was the culprit.
Sweat broke out on Lou Yi's forehead, but he gritted his teeth and endured. He shook his head and said with difficulty, "It's okay."
Shu Rao twitched the corner of his mouth and smiled awkwardly. He lowered his eyes and saw that the military uniform on his chest was wet. It was obviously put on to save her just now. The circles of undried marks on the uniform looked a little embarrassed.
, she bit her lip and suggested kindly, "You...want to take off your clothes and let them dry for a while?"
Lou Yi's black eyes suddenly tightened, and there was a burning fire in his eyes. Shu Rao immediately realized that he had said the wrong thing. Oh my god, what was she talking about? She actually asked him to take off his clothes?
Ahhhh...she wanted to bite off her tongue.
His face was red and his eyes were twinkling.
"No...no...I mean..." She tried to explain, but she hesitated.
Of course Lou Yi understood what she meant. In fact, he really wanted to take it off because he was really hot, but he couldn't really take it off. This situation was already embarrassing enough and he couldn't add fuel to the fire.
Pretending not to care, he turned away, secretly adjusted his breathing, and pretended to be calm and said, "It doesn't matter, just do it naturally."
Shu Rao nodded quickly, like a chicken pecking at rice, "Okay, okay!"
He pursed his lips, not knowing what else to say. It was the first time in his life that he encountered such an embarrassing situation. It was as bad as it could be.
Lou Yi was not much better, but as a man, especially as a soldier, he was more calm after all. He stroked the outer wall of the tea cup with his fingers and asked in a deep voice, "Xin Xin hasn't gotten into any trouble these days, has he?"
Shu Rao shook his head quickly, "No, no, she's been learning English recently and she's quite good."
"Learn English?" Lou Yi couldn't help but raise his eyebrows. The little devil hated learning the most, especially ABC. Why did he suddenly become so motivated?
Shu Rao explained, "She likes to read "Harry Potter", but the book is the original English version. In order to understand it, she had to learn it."
Lou Yi couldn't help but smile, this is a good idea!
Shu Rao couldn't help but smile. In fact, although the little devil was a bit naughty, he was actually quite sensible, but he could be a bit noisy.
The atmosphere improved a little, and it was no longer so awkward. Shu Rao also picked up the tea cup and took a sip. However, she found that Lou Yi stopped drinking. She reminded her naturally, "The tea is not too hot anymore."
, you can drink.”
Lou Yi felt noisy in his heart. If possible, he would drink ice water.
He picked up the teacup and reluctantly took another sip. The water was already warm, but to him, it still felt like it was boiling.
Shu Rao suddenly remembered the matter of paying back the money, immediately put down the teacup, and made an excuse to say, "Sisi is sleeping. I'll go check on her. Sit down!"
Lou Yi nodded slightly and smiled politely.
Shu Rao stood up sarcastically, ran quickly back to his room, and closed the door behind his back.
Lou Yi immediately stood up, strode to the window, opened it, and wanted to use the outdoor air to cool down his abnormal body temperature.
Although he is no longer in the prime of life, why is he still so unstable? Is it because today's scene is too exciting, or is it because he has not been in contact with a woman in these years?
Shu Rao opened the drawer, took out the money he had prepared, and walked back to the living room, beating a small drum in his heart.
Seeing Lou Yi standing in front of the window, his steps suddenly stopped, and she clearly saw him wiping his sweat!
Her heart suddenly skipped a beat, no, it couldn't be, he was very hot? Is it... because of her?
Oh, my God, how could she have such thoughts? With his conditions, he has never seen such a beautiful country. What is she thinking?
Lou Yi noticed someone behind him and slowly turned around.
"What's wrong?" He saw her stunned expression.
Shu Rao suddenly came back to his senses, raised her head to meet his clear eyes, and suddenly felt a little guilty, her breathing became messy again, her ears felt hot, and her face turned redder.
God...she secretly exclaimed in her heart.
She didn't know why she was blushing, whether it was because she was embarrassed or because of her random thoughts just now.
People would think a 15-year-old girl is innocent and cute if she blushes, but if she is still blushing at the age of 25, it seems a bit too immature, right?
She quickly shook her head, getting rid of the messy thoughts in her mind, and said softly, "No, it's okay."
Lou Yi narrowed his eyes slightly and saw a blush on her fair cheeks, and an inexplicable throbbing surged in her chest again. He quickly restrained his abnormal breathing rate and asked in a deep voice, "Is something wrong?"
Shu Rao bit her lip gently and walked towards him, clutching the money in her hand tightly.
"That dress last time..." she whispered.
Lou Yi quickly understood what she was going to say, his Adam's apple moved slightly in an imperceptible arc, and his face seemed to be smiling.
Shu Rao was very embarrassed, but had to bite the bullet and said, "I'm so sorry. I didn't know that the clothes were so expensive at the time and cost you a lot of money... You must accept the money!"
She stretched out her hand and handed over the money.
Lou Yi frowned subconsciously. Of course he wouldn't ask for it, but she seemed to be insisting. She was silent and didn't answer. Instead, she said, "Xinxin has been bothering you and Xingchen for so long. This is my little bit."
It’s up to you.”
Shu Rao shook his head repeatedly, "No, no, no..."
Before he finished speaking, the doorbell rang again. This time it was the little devil who came back.
Shu Rao was very angry. If this little devil didn't come back when he was supposed to come back, what trouble would he cause if he came back now?
She turned around and opened the door, and the little devil rushed in like a locomotive, "Girl...ah, Dad? You're back!"
After seeing Lou Yi, the little devil immediately ran over. When Lou Yi saw her running rampant, he couldn't help but sigh, but the corners of his mouth raised a little involuntarily, "Xin Xin..."
The little devil was overjoyed, shook Lou Yi's arm and said, "Dad, I miss you so much! When did you come?"
Lou Yi grabbed her restless little hand and said lovingly, "You just arrived. I came to pick you up as soon as the military exercise ended. Are you satisfied?"
The little devil grinned, extremely happy, "Dad, please take me to the bookstore tonight. I want to buy the complete set of "Harry Potter"!"
Lou Yi's mouth twitched, is that why you miss me?
The little devil chuckled, turned around and pulled Shu Rao, and said, "Girl, you go too! Let's watch a movie by the way! By the way, put on the clothes you bought last time!"
A row of crows suddenly flew over Shu Rao's head. Why didn't this child open any pot? But... about watching movies, what she said last time should be fulfilled now, right? But today is really not the case.
That’s so cool!
Lou Yi was also a little hesitant. He had already agreed last time, but today was obviously not suitable for him. However, if he acted too fussy, it would be disrespectful and would make other girls more embarrassed. After hesitation, he finally agreed.
Said, "Then let's go together, and you can help Xinxin choose a book. I don't know anything about Harry Potter either."
After hearing what he said, Shu Rao had no choice but to agree.
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Soon, Ye Xingchen came back from get off work. She and Shu Rao discussed it and decided to invite Lou Yi to eat outside because the water supply was cut off at home and it was inconvenient to cook.
It was hard to refuse such hospitality, and Lou Yi was too embarrassed to refuse, so a group of five people went downstairs and took a taxi to the restaurant.
The place was chosen by the little devil. It was a buffet restaurant. The two children ate very happily and liked the small cakes very much.
Shu Rao secretly made a decision to open a cake shop by herself after the Chinese New Year.
She has learned a lot about related consultations these days, and also signed up online for a course. She has a basic knowledge of making cakes and pastries, but after all, she hasn’t done it for a long time and needs to learn something new.
, these days, she has almost explored it.
The little devil was very far-sighted and asked, "Girl, what are you going to name your cake shop?"
Shu Rao shook his head, "I haven't thought about it yet. I can just pick one randomly when the time comes. Something fragrant, warm or something like that."
The little devil waved his hand, "No, no, it's too vulgar! Let me get you one! How about calling it 'Shu Xin Cake Shop'?"
"Comfortable?" Shu Rao raised her eyebrows. It was really good. It made customers feel comfortable and satisfied. It had a good meaning. Moreover, it also contained her last name, which sounded much better than Shu's.
"Doesn't it sound good?" the little devil said proudly.
"good!"
The little devil secretly smiled. Shu Xinxin refers to her, Lou Xinxin, so they are a mother-daughter combination. Yeah, long live!
After finishing the meal, several people left the restaurant together. Turning left, there was a large bookstore not far away. The little devil went to buy "Harry Potter". Sisi also wanted to go with him. Ye Xingchen thought it was okay, so he gave it to him by the way.
The little girl bought a few more books to learn how to read pictures, so the five of them went to the bookstore again.
The little devil successfully bought the complete set of "Harry Potter", a total of seven volumes, and Shu Rao rushed to pay. Although it was only a few hundred yuan, it was still a favor to Lou Yi.
After leaving the bookstore, Shu Rao checked the time. It was just the right time to go to the movies. There was a good movie theater across the street. The five people walked over again, but they were divided into two groups. Movies were shown in Hall A and Hall B at the same time.
But it's different. Hall A is a war movie, Hall B is a cartoon. Obviously, Ye Xingchen wants to take Sisi to watch cartoons, but the little devil also rebelled against the battle and stopped watching war movies and insisted on watching cartoons, so
Shu Rao and Lou Yi looked at each other.
Of course Shu Rao knew that Lou Yi wanted to watch a war movie last time, so if she didn't go with him, it would be like she was breaking her promise and going back on her word, which would be weird.
Although Lou Yi could also choose to watch cartoons, in that case, it would seem that he minded the two of them being alone. It felt too deliberate and would make other girls feel embarrassed, which was very bad.
So the two of them went through some mental struggles and entered Hall A together.
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There were a lot of people in the dark screening hall, and the seats were basically full. Because they bought tickets at short notice and did not make reservations or group purchases in advance, the location was not very good. It was at the back and third from the bottom.
The row is very far away, with two seats next to the aisle.
After the two found their seats, they were about to sit down when Lou Yi reached out and gently pulled Shu Rao and said in a deep voice, "I'll sit inside."
Shu Rao stopped and gave him the seat inside. He didn't think much about it, but the audience in the front and back rows had their opinions. Several couples were lovers, and the men unanimously cast contemptuous glances at Lou Yi.
The women are even more aggrieved. The good position should be given to the girlfriend!
Lou Yi turned his head slightly, looked at Shu Rao, and explained in a low voice, "Actually, these two positions are almost the same, but if there is a fire or some accident, it will be easier for you to escape by sitting on the edge."
Shu Rao was a little dumbfounded. He was touched and admired at the same time. This man was so considerate!
The two of them sat down quietly and waited for the movie to start.
After Lou Yi sat down, he immediately took out his cell phone and set it to vibrate. Apparently he was afraid that the ringing would ring midway and disturb others.
Shu Rao was immediately in awe, and a feeling of admiration suddenly rose in his heart. No, it was worship. Oh my God, this man is so qualified!
He quickly followed suit, took out his phone, and set the ringer to vibrate.
She put the phone back into her bag, straightened her shoulders, and felt an inexplicable sense of pride that "I am great". It was... amazing!
She couldn't help but think, is it rare that this is the person who is close to Zhu?
From the corner of his eye, he secretly glanced beside him. The two bars and four stars on his shoulders were so dazzling.
The movie started soon. Shu Rao, like other ordinary girls, was not very interested in war-themed movies. The ones that left the deepest impression on her were "Tunnel Warfare" and "Mine Warfare", so she was not interested.
However, seeing the man next to her looking so intently, she forced herself to be more serious. Unexpectedly, she really took in this look.
When she saw a revolutionary soldier in the movie who was shot through the heart by an enemy bullet in order to save his comrades and fell slowly, tears immediately came to her eyes.
The girl in the front row also cried, burying her head in her boyfriend's chest and crying profusely. The man hugged his girlfriend tightly and took advantage of the situation, and the two began to make love to each other.
Shu Rao stared, holding back her tears, and secretly glanced at the man next to her. She saw Lou Yi's serious face, still focused on the heroic plot in the movie, and then looked at the pair in front of him.
She immediately shook her head and sighed. She wouldn't know unless she compared, but she could tell by comparing. Look at the man next to her. He is indeed a real soldier, with real revolutionary sentiments!
The movie ended with the victory of the Red Army. The audience stood up one after another, and the popcorn tubes were left on the floor. Lou Yi slowly looked away, and belatedly realized that they didn't even buy a bottle of water. He said to Shu Rao apologetically, "I'm sorry."
, have you ever felt bored?"
"No, no." Shu Rao shook her head repeatedly, how could it be boring? Her whole soul was simply sublimated!
He smiled slightly, but that smile made Lou Yi look a little stunned.