Rejected by the Campus Belle, I Find My True Love-Chapter 161 - 160: Xue Yang’s Cooking Skills are Quite Good
The game was already logged in, so Si Wen could start playing right away.
"How do I play?"
"There’s a tutorial. Just follow its instructions step by step."
Xue Yang leaned in closer to demonstrate the steps for her. This was the first time Si Wen had been so close to a boy, and for a moment, she couldn’t quite adapt. However, Xue Yang was a very earnest teacher. No matter what he did, he always had the air of someone who wouldn’t rest until it was done perfectly. They say a serious man is the most handsome, and Xue Yang was already good-looking. When he got serious, he became even more charming. They were standing quite close, and if anyone else had seen them, they would have definitely misunderstood their relationship.
"It looks pretty good."
"You can practice first to get the hang of it. Once you’re comfortable, we can play a match."
"Okay."
Just then, Lin Xi came in holding a stack of test papers. "Xue Yang, there’s a problem here I don’t understand... What are you two doing?" She paused for a moment, seeing how close Xue Yang and Si Wen were standing.
"I’m showing Si Wen a new game. Want to try it later? There are no beta spots left right now, but you can use mine."
"I’ll play after I finish these papers," Lin Xi said. She always trusted Xue Yang unconditionally.
Xue Yang stood up and took the papers. "Which question are you stuck on? Let me see."
"This one."
Their heads were practically touching.
"This problem should be solved like this..."
While Xue Yang and Lin Xi were discussing the problem, Si Wen eagerly started a game. Si Wen’s phone had top-tier processing speed, so the gameplay was perfectly fluid. The more she played, the more addicted she became. She immediately started another trial round. Since the game was still in its testing phase, only trial matches were available. Unlike LoL, which could only be played on a computer, you couldn’t just lug a PC everywhere you went. With a smartphone, however, you could play anytime.
"Do you get it now?"
"I do. I’ll go back and finish the rest of these problems now."
Xue Yang patted her on the head. "Alright, go on."
"Shall we play a match?" Si Wen asked Xue Yang.
"Let’s do it."
They chose a one-on-one test room. Si Wen picked Daji because she thought Daji was pretty. Xue Yang chose Sun Shangxiang. Both heroes were quite attractive.
Xue Yang’s skills were, of course, beyond question. Si Wen was also a decent player, but she was still a notch below him. In the end, she lost 3-4 to Xue Yang’s Sun Shangxiang.
"How was it?" Xue Yang asked. When it came to entertainment like this, asking a seasoned gamer like Si Wen was the right move.
"It’s a blast! I can’t wait for it to be released so I can team up with other players. That’s going to be amazing." And she wasn’t kidding; Si Wen was genuinely excited. "The day it launches, I’m immediately getting a phone with a faster processor. Also, I’m going to load up on in-game purchases."
The thoughts of a rich girl were often just that simple and predictable. Nothing else mattered; she just wanted to spend money.
"But this game is a lot like LoL. There will definitely be controversy when it launches."
"Yes, this game was inspired by LoL."
"Xue Yang, be honest with me. Do you have a stake in this game?"
"I do."
I knew it. Si Wen thought.
"Aren’t you afraid of disputes after it goes public?" Si Wen wasn’t trying to find fault, but the game was just too similar to LoL. If it launched as is, it would definitely be questioned by a large number of players. If the LoL Official Website then decided to fan the flames, given the current strength of Xue Yang’s team, the only possible outcome would be getting acquired. And if they were acquired, it would mean all their hard work had been for nothing but to enrich someone else.
"We’re trying to contact the official team behind LoL to buy the mobile rights from them."
"Do you have that much capital?" Si Wen recalled that even with the one million she had lent him, Xue Yang only had six million in hand. Six million might be fine for other ventures, but using it to buy the rights to LoL was pure fantasy.
"We’ll find a way."
Si Wen looked at Xue Yang’s confident expression and didn’t have the heart to dash his hopes. A company like the one that made LoL would have powerful backers. Negotiating with them would be anything but easy.
However, he has the best-connected person in the country right in front of him. If I make a move, forget the rights—I could probably buy out LoL itself. And he has no idea.
Xue Yang glanced at the time. It was almost noon.
"It’s almost noon. I’ll go make lunch."
"Why go through all that trouble to cook yourself? I can just call a restaurant to deliver something," Si Wen offered.
"It’s no trouble. I’ve already bought the groceries, and food will be ready soon. You can play a little longer."
"Oh."
Si Wen took her phone, followed him into the living room, and sat on the sofa to continue her game. Not needing a computer is so convenient. I could even play a round while on the toilet.
Lin Xi finished her test papers and came out. Seeing Xue Yang in the kitchen, she immediately walked over. "Xue Yang, let me help you."
Sitting on the sofa, Si Wen played her game while watching Lin Xi and Xue Yang busy in the kitchen. They had a wonderful rapport. Xue Yang chopped vegetables while Lin Xi washed them. Occasionally, their eyes would meet, and they would share a smile. 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺
BURP.
Si Wen let out a burp. It wasn’t even lunchtime, but she was already stuffed—from their public display of affection. So, did I come here to slack off, or to be the third wheel? she couldn’t help but wonder.
About half an hour later, Lin Xi emerged from the kitchen.
"Why are you out already?" Si Wen asked.
"I’ve finished washing the vegetables. The rest is up to Xue Yang."
Si Wen took her hand, which was still slightly damp. Even though they had used warm water, for Lin Xi, whose hands had never been roughened by chores, it was still a considerable challenge.
"The great Miss Lin of the Lin Corporation, actually having to wash vegetables herself. What would your father think if he saw this?"
"Even the great Miss Lin of the Lin Corporation has to eat, you know."
Si Wen nodded noncommittally. "You have a point. Is Xue Yang a good cook?"
"Let me tell you, his food is amazing! I always clean my plate."
"Oh?" Si Wen’s interest was piqued.
"Don’t believe me? Come and see for yourself." Lin Xi grabbed Si Wen’s arm, trying to pull her toward the kitchen.
"I’m not setting foot in a place like the kitchen."
"Oh, come on! Miss Si has to eat too. Let’s go!"
Xue Yang was wearing a black long-sleeved T-shirt with a white apron tied around his waist. Seen up close, he had a handsome, restrained appeal.
"I think I get why you enjoy cooking with him," Si Wen said to Lin Xi. If I had a boyfriend like that, I wouldn’t mind cooking, let alone just washing vegetables.
*PS: Another year has gone by so fast! Merry Christmas, everyone, and may all your wishes come true!*
