stjorthotic Chapter 48... does this mean... I'm going to feed him?
Chapter 48... does this mean... I'm going to feed him?
In the glove compartment in front of the passenger seat, there was a clean, transparent plastic bag containing not only plump purple grapes, but also bright red dates, golden bananas, and Fuji apples, all washed clean.
He Fei did as instructed, took out a small bunch of grapes, carefully picked a plump one, and handed it to Chen Zhiyuan: "Here you go."
Chen Zhiyuan gripped the steering wheel firmly with both hands, looked straight ahead, and smiled: "My hands are too busy, you can peel it for me and put it in my mouth."
He Fei's face flushed red again.
Does this mean... you're going to feed him?
She had never been so intimate with a boy before.
She held the grape, feeling the cool touch of the skin on her fingertips, and her heart inexplicably quickened.
But he hesitated for only a brief moment.
Anyway, there was no third person on the bus.
She lowered her eyes, her slender fingers deftly peeling back the deep purple grape skins to reveal the translucent flesh, then leaned slightly forward and carefully brought it to Chen Zhiyuan's lips.
Chen Zhiyuan readily opened his mouth to catch it, chewed it a couple of times, and grinned from ear to ear: "Mmm! So sweet! Have another one!"
Seeing him eating happily with a bright smile, He Fei couldn't help but smile along, her shyness fading considerably.
She peeled another one and fed it to him again.
"Mmm! I've never eaten such sweet grapes in my life! He Fei, thank you for these two grapes."
Chen Zhiyuan deliberately exaggerated, then added, "You should eat too, don't be shy, there's plenty of fruit, take whatever you want."
He greeted everyone warmly as he drove, clearly in a very good mood.
With someone to chat with to relieve boredom, and someone to bring food to your mouth when you're thirsty or hungry, this life is simply better than that of a god. Chen Zhiyuan secretly rejoiced: Taking He Fei along on the way was definitely the wisest decision.
"He Fei, can I try some of all the delicious food you brought? Just hearing He Lin talk about it makes my mouth water," Chen Zhiyuan said half-jokingly.
He Fei smiled, amused by his words, and said, "I made three dishes: braised pork trotters, tea eggs, and spicy duck wings. Which one would you like to try first?"
"Let's start with a braised pork knuckle! Let's see just how good your cooking really is." Chen Zhiyuan said enthusiastically.
He Fei nodded and opened one of the lunchbox lids.
A rich aroma, a blend of soy sauce, sugar, and meat, immediately filled the carriage, making one's mouth water.
She picked up a piece of braised pork knuckle with her chopsticks—it was red and shiny, trembling, with tender and juicy skin—and this time, without Chen Zhiyuan needing to remind her, she skillfully brought it to his mouth.
Chen Zhiyuan opened his mouth to take it, savored it carefully, and his eyes immediately lit up: "Mmm, delicious! Cooked to perfection, savory and slightly sweet, rich but not greasy!"
"He Fei, your cooking is amazing! I think it's better than many restaurant chefs! I don't think I've ever eaten such delicious braised pork knuckles in my life!"
He gave it high praise without reservation.
Receiving such enthusiastic affirmation, He Fei beamed with joy, her cheeks radiant with a captivating glow: "Really? Then...would you like another piece?"
"Yes! Of course I want it!" Chen Zhiyuan immediately opened his mouth wide, like a fledgling bird waiting to be fed.
He Fei smiled and fed him another piece. Chen Zhiyuan chewed while continuing to praise it.
Chen Zhiyuan had actually noticed that He Fei's personality had become much more cheerful these days, perhaps because she had been spending more time with him.
Especially in his presence, she was no longer as reserved and nervous as she had been at first, and would occasionally even show a playful smile.
This is undoubtedly a good thing. Compared to the girl who was always cautious and taciturn, he is much happier to see the increasingly lively and confident He Fei in front of him.
The car traveled quickly and smoothly along the straight provincial highway, leaving the fields and villages on both sides behind.
Inside the car, Chen Zhiyuan's hearty laughter and the two men's relaxed conversation could be heard from time to time, and time passed by unnoticed.
Soon, more than three hours had passed, and it was almost noon.
Chen Zhiyuan glanced at the sky and suggested, "It's almost lunchtime, how about we find a place to stop and grab a bite?"
There are no service areas along the provincial highway, but you can always see restaurants with eye-catching signs for "accommodation and dining" along the way.
In 1999, the highway network was not yet well-developed, and most vehicles traveled on national and provincial highways. As a result, not only were there many hotels on both sides of the highway, but also various repair shops that offered "tire inflation and repair" and "professional car washes".
He Fei shook her head: "I'm not very hungry. What about you? If you want to eat, I'll eat with you."
Chen Zhiyuan rubbed his stomach and laughed, "You just fed me so much good food, I'm still full. We should be at school in about an hour. How about we eat when we get there?"
"Yes, that's fine, no problem." He Fei readily agreed.
So, without stopping along the way, Chen Zhiyuan drove for nearly five hours and finally arrived at Jiangnan University, located in the provincial capital HX District, from Wuhe City.
"Look! That's the main gate of Jiangnan University up ahead, we're almost there!"
Chen Zhiyuan pointed ahead, his voice filled with relief and joy at having reached his destination.
He Fei immediately looked in the direction he pointed.
In the distance, a magnificent gate with a classical style came into view, and the four gilded characters "Jiangnan University" on the lintel gleamed in the sunlight.
A bright smile instantly bloomed on her face, and her voice became cheerful: "That's Jiangnan University! It really is... just like you said, the school gate is so magnificent!"
On the day of new student registration, vehicles can drive directly into the campus.
Chen Zhiyuan drove slowly through the solemn school gate and officially entered this century-old institution of higher learning.
He deliberately slowed down, making the car glide almost silently along the tree-lined path on campus.
With the car window rolled down, the breeze of late August, carrying the fresh scent of grass and trees, rushed into the car. It was as if even the air was filled with a rich literary atmosphere and cultural heritage, truly befitting a top-tier university.
It was already past 2 p.m., and the campus was bustling with activity.
Everywhere you look, you see freshmen dragging their luggage, full of curiosity, and their accompanying parents. Even more are the enthusiastic upperclassmen holding up signs with the logos of their respective departments.
Red banners reading "Welcome New Students" were hung along the roads and in front of buildings, exuding youthful energy and a warm atmosphere of welcoming new students.
Chen Zhiyuan immediately spotted the welcome point for the "School of Economics and Management" and also noticed the temporary parking lot marked out not far away.
He first parked the car steadily in the parking space, and then said to He Fei, "Come on, I'll accompany you to your college to register."
He Fei is a freshman majoring in Business Administration at the School of Economics and Management.
Chen Zhiyuan also saw the welcome point of the "School of Computer Science and Technology" not far away, but he decided to help He Fei settle in first, and then he would go and complete the procedures himself.
Everything went more smoothly than I had imagined.
As soon as He Fei took out her admission letter, several enthusiastic senior students immediately surrounded her.