Chapter 194: Christmas Gift

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

Christmas came. After three days of tireless efforts, Murong Qiao’s scarf was finally completed.

“If not for the gender restriction, I would have wanted to be Qiaoqiao’s boyfriend,” Yang Xin said enviously.

The scarf that Murong Qiao had knitted was placed in the gift bag. Anyone who saw its pure white and soft appearance would like it.

“If you have time to think about this, you should think about what to do for next month’s exam.” Leng Yan poked her head.

After Christmas, the students would have to start working on the upcoming exam.

It would be problematic if one failed the upcoming exam.

“I don’t want to hear it, 1 don’t want to hear it.” Yang Xin pretended to be in pain and covered her ears. She was exuding rejection from the inside out.

Murong Qiao, on the other hand, was putting on her clothes. As it was Christmas today, she had arranged to meet Huo Yichen at the school gate to go out and play.

“I won’t be coming back for dinner tonight.” She packed up and greeted the two of them before preparing to leave.

Murong Qiao held the scarf she had knitted in her arms and pushed open the dormitory door expectantly. Then, as if she had thought of something, she came back and said.

“The cla.s.s notes I’ve prepared are on the table. The blue one can be lent to the two of you to revise.” After saying this, she left briskly.

“Qiaoqiao, I love you!” Yang Xin cheered.

There was hope for the exam!

Murong Qiao didn’t think about anything else and went straight to the school gate where Huo Yichen was already waiting.

His figure was eye-catching. Even if he did not say a word, he could attract the attention of many students by just standing there quietly.

On the way, Murong Qiao could see a few girls taking the initiative to talk to him.

“Qiaoqiao.” When she approached, Huo Yichen discovered her almost instantly.

Huo Yichen walked over quickly. When he reached Murong Qiao, he lowered his head slightly to look at her.

It was still snowing a little. From Murong Qiao’s angle, she could see a few thin snowflakes falling on Huo Yichen’s head and his slightly red nose. His usually cold expression softened, making him look inexplicably obedient.

“This is for you.” Murong Qiao handed him the scarf.

Although she really wanted to help Huo Yichen put it on now, the recipient still had to open the gift himself.

Huo Yichen looked at the gift bag in surprise. He took it and opened the package. Then, he saw a thick and soft beige scarf lying quietly inside.

He had always been observant. The moment he saw this scarf, he realized that it was not the kind he had bought. It looked like it was hand-knitted.

“Did you knit it yourself?” Huo Yichen asked.

Murong Qiao pursed her lips and nodded. She was glad that it was cold and the other party probably wouldn’t notice her blush.

Seeing her nod, Huo Yichen smiled and felt a little happy.

Seeing that his scarf was slanted, Murong Qiao stood on her tiptoe to help arrange it. However, Huo Yichen took the opportunity to lower his head and kiss the corner of her mouth.

“You!” She retracted her hand in panic.

She didn’t expect Huo Yichen to suddenly kiss her. Moreover, the two of them were still waiting at the school gate. Many people must have seen this scene.

Murong Qiao didn’t think it was a big deal to kiss, but in front of so many people, she couldn’t help but feel a little scared.

Seems like I’m the only one who’s scared of attention.

Huo Yichen wanted to go further, but seeing Murong Qiao’s shyness, he held back.

“Let’s go to the car first.” He held Murong Qiao’s hand and left.

Huo Yichen didn’t want to appear intimate in front of everyone, but unlike Murong Qiao’s social awkwardness, he just didn’t want the other boys to see Murong Qiao’s shy look.

Murong Qiao then followed him obediently and got into the pa.s.senger seat.

She looked out of the car window at the dark sky. Ever since the snow became more frequent, winter had completely arrived and the pattern of short days and long nights became obvious.

In the darkening sky, the patch of white on Huo Yichen’s neck was especially eye-catching, making Murong Qiao’s gaze linger on it unconsciously.

“Starting navigation,” the navigation system said.

It wasn’t Huo Yichen who made the decision for this trip, but Murong Qiao who suggested going to a night market near Hui University.

It was recommended by Yang Xin last time and it was said to be very good.

Murong Qiao watched as Huo Yichen sat in the driver’s seat and started the car in one go. Then, she realized that he had no intention of taking off the scarf and couldn’t help but remind him.

“Don’t you feel hot?” She gestured at the scarf.

Huo Yichen nodded and went along with her words. “Yes, a little. Help me take it off.”

Good lord, it was waiting for her here.

Murong Qiao raised her eyebrows. Just now, she was still wondering why he didn’t ask her to help him put on the scarf when he gave it to her.

Finally, it had arrived albeit a little late.

Murong Qiao helped take off the scarf and folded it carefully.

As she tidied up, Huo Yichen’s body temperature unconsciously spread to her fingertips along with the scarf which made her heart tremble.

“We’re here.” Huo Yichen turned the steering wheel and stopped the car.

The night market was not far from Hui University, and it took ten minutes to drive there.

At this moment, the sky had just turned dark, but the night market was already filled with people. Just sitting in the car and looking at the entrance, one could already see many people.

Murong Qiao couldn’t wait to get out of the car and take a look. The lights were bright and bustling, especially the stalls on both sides of the street. Coupled with the bartering of the vendors, it was very lively.

Many young people were shopping here, and many of them were students of Hui University. Murong Qiao widened her eyes and observed the night market. At the same time, her sense of smell was stimulated. As soon as she approached, she smelled the fragrance of many delicacies.

“There are octopus b.a.l.l.s there!” Murong Qiao shouted excitedly.

She seemed to be infected by the lively atmosphere as well. Her footsteps became lighter and her mood became high.

Huo Yichen locked the car and followed Murong Qiao into the crowd to the snack stall.

“Boss, one serving!” Murong Qiao looked at the octopus b.a.l.l.s with sparkling eyes.

The smell of the octopus meatb.a.l.l.s was so alluring that it a.s.sailed her nostrils when she got closer.

Murong Qiao: Tears flowed out of the corners of my mouth.

“Alright!” The boss was very fast. In less than two minutes, the snack was delivered to Murong Qiao.

Huo Yichen paid the bill and stayed by Murong Qiao’s side to protect her from being squeezed by others.

Murong Qiao held the fragrant meat ball in her hand, picked it up with a skewer, and blew on it. Then, she handed it to Huo Yichen naturally.

“Eat the first bite.” She smiled as she brought it to his mouth.

Huo Yichen was stunned for a moment before shifting his gaze from Murong Qiao’s smiling face to the meatball in front of him.

He opened his mouth and slowly took a bite. The moment the fragrance entered his mouth, it exploded, releasing a delicious taste that was enough to capture one’s heart.

“It’s delicious,” he commented pertinently.

Huo Yichen didn’t know if it was because the octopus meatb.a.l.l.s looked good or if it was because of Murong Qiao’s kindness, but he really thought that they were delicious and felt sweet.

All the noise around him could not enter his ears. The only thing he could hear was Murong Qiao’s happy voice. However, Huo Yichen’s gaze followed her closely.

No matter how crowded the street was, the two of them never let go of each other’s hands.

Murong Qiao changed the snacks in her hand one after another, but it didn’t take long for her to have a new target.

It was a jewelry store..