Chapter 44 - What Should I Do if My Younger Brother’s Crush Has Taken a Liking to Me?

Chapter 44 Once she liked or determined something, Kong Nianxi would immediately act accordingly. This had always been her way of doing things. She didn't like indecisive people or things, whether it was for herself or others, except for Xi Ning. She had already become an exception to her more than once. This seemingly "ambiguous" kiss might have been somewhat sudden, but it wasn't just a moment of impulse. Xi Ning's proactive approach made her acutely feel the uncontrollable joy in her chest. Those usually aloof lips suddenly seemed incredibly tempting, inciting in her for the first time the desire to kiss. Although it seemed like a purposeful test, it also allowed her to pick up on the signals of mutual interest from the other party. She just didn't expect that after the test, there would be "irresponsible" avoidance, which made Kong Nianxi a little angry. Clearly, it was the other person who approached first, and now they wanted to walk away? It was like a “flirtatious and irresponsible woman.” Whether it was punishment or showing her feelings, she didn't want to let go of this opportunity. So, she looped her arm around her neck, accurately found those soft lips, and took the initiative to kiss her. The kiss was gentle, lingering on the corners of the lips, outlining the lip contours, teasingly sucking gently. It seemed bold and passionate, but it was all inexperienced and cautious as it was her first kiss. But this level was enough to deal with Xi Ning. Her eyes were open, but her pupils were scattered and unfocused, as if she hadn't realized the significance of this close intimate contact. She stood in place like a wooden chicken, allowing the girl in her arms to embrace and kiss her. When she came to her senses, she only felt a slight stinging on her lower lip, followed by discomfort from unconsciously biting too hard. Kong Nianxi did not pry open her teeth. Instead, she lightly bit the soft lip before releasing her hand before Xi Ning could react. Xi Ning's hard-earned composure was disrupted by the other's words once again. Even if she felt slow-witted at the moment, she could still sense the ambiguous meaning in those words. However, she hadn't thought about how to face Kong Nianxi's sudden and direct confession. Her body stiffened, her reserved eyes shifting in confusion. When she heard the distant bell signaling the end of class, it seemed to hit her, and she slowly relaxed her shoulders. "I've already given you my answer. What about you? Don't you have anything to say to me?" Kong Nianxi stood quietly in front of Xi Ning. Although she was the one who proactively expressed her affection, her tone was nonchalant. Her face showed no hint of passivity, and there was a hint of coquettishness in the slight red on her tender lips against her fair skin. "..." Xi Ning moved her lips, still stained with Kong Nianxi's lipstick. Her brain regained its ability to think, and in fact, ever since the incident with Xi Mu, and Kong Nianxi's drunkenness, their relationship had been evolving in an uncontrollable direction, perhaps even before that. The ambiguousness had silently spread like boiling a frog in warm water. Out of instinctive self-protection, Xi Ning didn't like it. Under duress, she attempted to elicit a response from the other person, but upon calming down, it was clear this wasn't an appropriate choice. After all, she hadn't even thought about using the word "love," and Kong Nianxi herself... had been considered a "troublemaker" to avoid a month ago. "I'm sorry, I..." Xi Ning's words were interrupted as a cold hand pressed against her lips. Kong Nianxi reached to cover those lips which had just been kissing her a few seconds ago. She probably anticipated the words Xi Ning was about to say and wasn't interested in hearing them. However, if Xi Ning didn't respond in this manner, it would be surprising. Not only was she more patient, Kong Nianxi felt she understood Xi Ning better than Xi Ning understood herself. "Roughly speaking, this is my first confession to someone." Kong Nianxi lightly wiped the lipstick off the corner of Xi Ning's lips with her thumb. "Perhaps I won't have the courage to confess a second time, so you don't have to respond so quickly to me." Kong Nianxi found her own compromise slightly "humble." After saying it, she bit her lip and gazed at Xi Ning with a profound look in her eyes. Xi Ning was taken aback by the sudden softening of the other's attitude. It showed in her indirect response that she hadn't thought about their relationship. It was as though a proud cat had suddenly folded its ears and leaned in to act cute and submissive to you. "Then during this period of your digestion, what is our relationship?" Kong Nianxi inquired. "Um... Student relationship?" Xi Ning responded after some contemplation. "..." "Alright." Kong Nianxi tucked her long hair behind her ear, looked at her phone with a nonchalant air, and seemed to have nothing more to say. She temporarily compromised, saying, "Class starts in five minutes. You'd better hurry back to the classroom." Xi Ning looked at her. "Aren't you coming back with me?" Kong Nianxi pointed to her own lips. "I came out empty-handed, I had my lipstick eaten by you, and my lip makeup is also ruined. Are you sure you want me to go back with you? It's not like it's impossible if you want me to." Xi Ning blinked and her gaze fell on Kong Nianxi's charming lips. "How about you come back to the dormitory with me, Xi?" The term "classmate" was emphasized distinctly. Kong Nianxi stepped forward, reaching towards Xi Ning's neckline, wanting to straighten out the mess that had been made earlier. "Uh... I'll pass." Xi Ning took a step back. "I'll go first." With that, she hurried off to the classroom without looking back. Kong Nianxi couldn't help but let out a soft laugh and then turned to leave as well.