Shen Chi Yan watched the three people outside chatting happily, especially Song Qi Nian, whose face displayed a long-lost smile. His heart softened in that instant.
As he walked out with the coffee, Shen Ke Qin quickly took two cups, handed one to Shen Yun Xi, and drank the other himself.
The first sip sent a wave of comfort straight to the crown of his head.
Shen Ke Qin sighed, "Ah, I never thought I'd live to drink coffee brewed by Fifth Brother. This is enough for me to brag about for a year."
Shen Yun Xi nodded in agreement, "Indeed. A Yan, I didn't expect your coffee-making skills to be so excellent."
If others heard such praise, they would either say thank you or modestly deflect it. But Shen Chi Yan wasn't one for that. "Once you've accepted a gift, you must reciprocate. After drinking the coffee, you two should leave!"
Song Qi Nian: "..."
Honestly, Shen Chi Yan had lived this long, and the people around him likely hadn't left solely because of his generous nature.
Shen Yun Xi also knew this was a crucial moment for Shen Chi Yan to win Song Qi Nian over, so she didn't want to overstay.
After chatting with Song Qi Nian for a while and giving a few more instructions, she left with Wen Zi Qian and Shen Ke Qin. By then, it was already dark.
Shen Chi Yan was in a bad mood. If Shen Yun Xi and the others hadn't interrupted, he might have used that opportunity to bring himself and Qi Qi closer.
Now, he didn't even know how to start the conversation.
Song Qi Nian could clearly sense Shen Chi Yan's emotions. She knew what Shen Chi Yan wanted and knew it was time for her to make a decision.
Before, when she went to bed each night, Song Qi Nian didn't know how to face Shen Chi Yan. So, before he entered the room, she would lie in bed and pretend to be asleep to avoid awkwardness.
But today, after Shen Chi Yan finished showering in the outside bathroom and came in, he saw Song Qi Nian reading a book, not yet asleep. He was stunned.
Qi Qi, were you waiting for him?
His heart began to pound uncontrollably. Shen Chi Yan feigned calmness, drying his hair and asking, as if casually but actually nervously, "Qi Qi, why aren't you asleep yet?"
Song Qi Nian put down her book, her beautiful deer-like eyes looking at Shen Chi Yan. She gestured with her hands, "After my foot gets better, shall we go visit Jing Hua University?"
Shen Chi Yan's heart throbbed. His dark eyes were filled with unconcealed joy. Just as he was about to say something, he saw Song Qi Nian lie down and pull up the covers.
Shen Chi Yan had been quite happy moments ago, but seeing this, his heart sank.
Because he didn't know if Song Qi Nian's sudden invitation to Jing Hua University meant reconciliation or if she still thought they weren't a good match and wanted to part ways completely.
Because of this, the fifth master Shen had been living on thin ice lately. The slightest frown from Song Qi Nian would make him jumpy and paranoid.
Once Song Qi Nian's foot had improved a bit, she asked Shen Chi Yan to go back to work. To be honest, working from home wasn't convenient for Shen Chi Yan, and Li Nan Xun had even lost several pounds from exhaustion.
Shen Chi Yan dared not disobey Song Qi Nian at all, fearing that on the day they visited Jing Hua University, she would pronounce his sentence. So, he obediently went back to work, but at night, he still shamelessly crept into Song Qi Nian's bed.
On December 12th, as Shen Chi Yan was about to finish work, he received a message from Song Qi Nian.
"I'm waiting for you at Jing Hua University's basketball court."
When Shen Chi Yan saw the message, only one thought immediately came to mind: this day had finally arrived.
The weather had been overcast for over half a month, and today the sun finally came out. To avoid making Song Qi Nian wait too long, he rushed to Jing Hua University. At the school gate, he, uncharacteristically, began to pay attention to his appearance.
"Gao Kun Lun, what do you think of my outfit today? Is my hair okay?"
As he spoke, the usually proud Fifth Master Shen patted his handsome face, trying to make his complexion look better.
Shen Chi Yan was handsome, had a great physique, and an exceptional aura. It wasn't just when he dressed up; even if he wore a potato sack, he would still be the most eye-catching person in a crowd.
Gao Kun Lun gave Shen Chi Yan a thumbs-up, "Boss, the moment you enter campus, you'll outshine everyone. Forget the young madam; all the girls in the school will go crazy for you... Ouch!"
Before Gao Kun Lun could finish, Shen Chi Yan hit him on the head, warning with a cold expression, "I only want Qi Qi to go crazy for me. Other women are irrelevant. If Qi Qi hears these words, I'll deal with you."
Gao Kun Lun chuckled foolishly.
He was actually quite happy. The couple he was rooting for was finally getting their happy ending, and he would get to witness a lot of sweet moments from now on.
It happened to be the time when students were leaving classes. Some rushed towards the cafeteria, while others strolled leisurely around campus. Due to the good weather today, the basketball court was filled with many boys playing basketball.
A wave of youthful energy and hormones filled the air.
Shen Chi Yan spotted Song Qi Nian on a step by the basketball court. Song Qi Nian was wearing a white down jacket and a red scarf today. She sat there, doing nothing, yet she attracted a lot of attention.
Many boys were already harboring intentions towards her, their eyes constantly glancing at her, as if discussing who would ask for her contact information.
Song Qi Nian's eyes were fixed on the first basketball hoop on the left and the court. A game was underway between the Sports Institute and the Business School. In the middle of winter, the athletes, clad only in their jerseys, were sweating profusely on the court, giving their all to showcase their youth.
Her gaze was incredibly focused, and her eyes were as gentle as could be. Shen Chi Yan watched, and his heart sank.
It's over. Is Qi Qi tired of me being old, so she came here looking for young studs?
His gaze swept across everyone on the court like radar. Only when he realized none of them were as handsome, well-built, or as good at basketball as he was did he confidently walk towards Song Qi Nian.
However, he stood beside Song Qi Nian for a long time, but she didn't turn to look at him. She continued to stare at someone on the court.
Shen Chi Yan followed Song Qi Nian's gaze. It was a man, about 1.92 meters tall, built solidly, with a muscular physique. The opposing guard, forward, and center were no match for him.
With just a simple block, he was like a wall of flesh that no one could push aside.
Moreover, he had a rough face, small eyes, and his face was covered in pimples.
Shen Chi Yan's heart immediately sank. It's over. Does Qi Qi like this type of guy now?
The more Shen Chi Yan thought about it, the more alarmed he became. He moved his entire body to block Song Qi Nian's view, cutting off her line of sight.